Restaurants

Tatler Restaurant and Bar, 5 The Mall, Queenstown

An historic venue seating 70 guests downstairs and 40 upstairs, Tatler is located in the heart of Queenstown. Balcony and outdoor tables enjoy lake and mountain views and the cosy interior includes many original decor features such as wood panelling and open fire.

Tatler's Spectator Room is an ideal venue for pre-dinner drinks when a group takes exclusive use of the whole restaurant and is also a great option for intimate dinner parties as it's self-contained with its own bar and bathroom and provides exclusive access to the balcony. 28 guests can be seated inside and a further 12 on the heated, covered balcony.

Tatler's menu features regional cuisine prepared with seasonal, locally-sourced produce. The restaurant welcomes groups for lunch or dinner whether they wish to dine in the main restaurant or take private use of all or part of Tatler.

The Spectator Room is ideal for day conferencing, seating 20 guests boardroom style or 30 theatre style.

Tatler is also well located for after-dinner fun as the back door opens on to Searle Lane and many venues for partying on into the early hours.

Prime Waterfront Restaurant and Bar, 2 Rees St, Queenstown

Right on the lakefront on Queenstown Bay, Prime is the perfect venue for events with wow factor including weddings, gala dinners and conferences.

Prime's floor-to-ceiling windows provide panoramic views of Lake Wakatipu and surrounding mountains and inside the stylish decor includes a central open fireplace and modern art by local artisans.

Prime's floor space can be divided into private areas for groups of up to 50 and, opened up, can seat 180 banquet style, 120 for conferencing or 300 for stand-up functions.

Facilities include a data projector and screen, sound system, raised stage, 3-phase power and black out curtains.

 

The Ballarat Trading Co, 7 The Mall, Queenstown

Located in The Mall, the Ballarat Trading Company is one of the most popular meeting places for Queenstowners and visitors alike. The gastropub menu specialises in traditional New Zealand dishes with a southern influence.

With antique style decor featuring historic artifacts, photographs and news print, the Ballarat is a cosy and welcoming venue ideal for groups of 25 to 140.

Outdoor tables at the Ballarat offer lake and mountain views and inside are several areas for group dining and private functions.

 

 

Winnies, Upstairs, 7 The Mall, Queenstown

Winnies is located upstairs from the Ballarat Trading Company and is an iconic part of Queenstown dining history. Winnie's unique opening roof is famous for cooling down the dance floor and there are pool tables, booth seating and a balcony with views over Queenstown's Mall.

Casual and comfortable decor complements Winnies' gourmet pizza and pasta menu, with additional salad, vegetarian and a la carte options available too.

Winnies is a great spot for conferences, drinks parties or live music and caters for large and small groups with private areas and whole-venue options available on request.

 

 

Lake Transport

Specialising in sight-seeing trips on Lake Wakatipu, the Million Dollar One and Million Dollar Two provide spacious and comfortable boat transfers and scenic cruises.

With an on-board barbecue, the Million Dollar Two is a great option for floating parties and with the assistance of a local fishing guide, groups can catch their own dinner.

The 90 minute sightseeing cruise departs at 11am and 2pm year-round and in summer there's also a 4pm cruise. Passengers are taken on an informative and scenic tour of Lake Wakatipu's coastline around Queenstown Golf Course, Kelvin Heights and the Frankton Arm with close up views of some of the region's notable wildlife and architecture. This tour retails at $25 pp and is commissionable to agents at 15%.

Each vessel has been refurbished to a high standard with indoor and outdoor seating available. There are restrooms and bar facilities on board.

A lake transfer is a novel alternative to arriving in Queenstown by road and the vessels can transfer passengers between the Hilton at Kawarau Falls and, the Frankton Marina and the downtown pier outside Prime Waterfront Restaurant and Bar, where guests can bring their freshly-caught fish if desired.

Charter pricing starts at $300 per hour (nett, GST-exclusive) for 30 to 60 passengers. A surcharge applicable if t'he trip encroaches upon scheduled sighseeing tours. A variety of on-board catering options is available, including canapes, antipasto platters and barbecue meals.

 

 

Golf Services

Queenstown has become New Zealand’s premier destination for golfers, offering some of the most spectacular courses in the world. With a mix of easy and challenging courses and varying styles to suit every level of player, golfers should not miss the opportunity to play in Queenstown.

Remarkable Golf Tours is your one-stop golf shop in downtown Queenstown for rentals, advice, lessons, catering, bookings and transfers. Let Tim Kershaw take the hard-work out of your group's golfing requirements with his local knowledge, golf prowess and course experience.

Tim can look after the golfing needs of individuals or groups of eighty, whether they want to play one course or five. He can advise on green conditions and get everyone to their tee on time.

Remarkable Golf Tours save agents time and money and offer a 15% commission.

Tim Kershaw also offers a transport solution for non-golfers, perfect for partner programmes, airport welcomes and hotel transfers.

 

Cheesery

Gibbston Valley Cheese is a perfect place to stop when travelling by road between Cromwell and Queenstown. Platter lunches can be enjoyed amongst the vines of Gibbston Valley Wines and free tastings are available, along with a range of cheeses, deli items and gifts for sale at the cafe shop.

Tour operaters are invited to book their groups in for a presentation about the cheese making process, a question-and-answer session and tastings of a range of cheeses at the conclusion.

Picnic hampers and wine maps are available to take on a tour of the local wineries and hampers can be arranged for walkers on the nearby Gibbston Trail.

Gift boxes provide a special welcome to conference delegates on arrival in Queenstown and can also be couriered anywhere in New Zealand, perfect corporate gifts.

 

 

Photography

Photographic art, event and group photography and product shots are all services offered by Mike Uganecz Photography.

Mike's print range includes mounted colour and monochrome photographs of iconic New Zealand landscapes. These can be sent anywhere in New Zealand or overseas and are ideal for public display or private gifts.

Mike also specialises in event and group photography so contact him for a quote to cover your next activity, conference or awards ceremony. He's happy to travel so whether your event is in Auckland, Queenstown or further afield, contact Mike for a quote.

Bars

Bar Up, Cnr Searle Lane and Eureka Arcade, Queenstown

Queenstown's best-kept secret, Bar Up is a sophisticated hideaway upstairs in the midst of Queenstown's nightlife hub, Searle Lane. Bar Up's mixologists specialise in bespoke cocktails and there is also a wide selection of beers, spriits and wines.

Canapes or more substantial finger food can be supplied by Winnies or the Ballarat Trading Company, whose venues back on to Searle Lane.

Bar Up's stylish decor includes an open fire and leather banquettes and there is a balcony overlooking the street life of Queenstown after dark.

Cocktail classes are popular for team-building and at Bar Up we invite day-time groups to come upstairs and learn mixology from the experts.

Bar Up is licenced until 4am and is the perfect venue for intimate, after-dinner functions.

Zephyr, Searle Lane, Queenstown

Queenstown's newest bar has just opened on Searle Lane, directly outside the Ballarat Trading Company.

Zephyr is kitted out with demolition materials sourced from its sister bars in Christchurch, includes a brand-new pool table and features rustic, retro decor featuring works from local emerging artists.

Exclusive functions are welcomed and Zephyr can accommmodate up to 60 guests for pre-dinner drinks and canapes or after-parties with a range of catering options available from neighbouring Ballarat and Winnies.

Zephyr is also a perfect venue for cocktail tuition, a popular team-building activity for conference groups.

Licenced until 4am, Zephyr is a great space for partying-on after official functions finish.