EVT Hotels & Resorts has announced the existing 152-room Rydges Lakeside Queenstown hotel will be transformed to the 221-room QT Queenstown in the popular South Island city.
When complete in 2027, the majority of QT Queenstown’s rooms will feature guest balconies overlooking Lake Wakatipu, as well as elevated conferencing and events facilities, dining, gym and pool facilities.
“Queenstown continues to be one of the best performing hotel markets in Australasia, and our hotel property is in a prime location on the shores of Lake Wakatipu,” says Mathew Duff, director of commercial at EVT Hotels & Resorts.
“The refurbishment will significantly enhance the asset’s value and grow earnings for our shareholders.
“Guests will step into something truly special – QT’s signature design, breathtaking views and thoughtfully curated spaces.”
The current 69-room QT Queenstown will remain open throughout the upgrade.
The new QT rooms will become available in stages throughout 2026, with the project due to be completed in mid-2027.
