1. WHERE ARE THE ICE BARS IN QUEENSTOWN?

Minus 5 Ice Bar: 88 Beach Street, Queenstown 9300

Below Zero Ice Bar: Searle Lane, Queenstown 9300

Queenstown Ice Bar: 35 Brecon Street, Queenstown 9300

2. WHEN ARE THEY OPEN?

This will likely change often, double-check before you go and ideally call ahead.

Minus 5 Ice Bar:

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Midday to 11 pm
Wednesday: Midday to 11 pm
Thursday: Midday to 11 pm
Friday: Midday to 11 pm
Saturday: Midday to 11 pm
Sunday: Midday to 11 pm

Below Zero Ice Bar:

Monday: 4 to 10 pm
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 4 to 10 pm
Thursday: 4 to 10 pm
Friday: 4 to 10 pm
Saturday: 4 to 10 pm
Sunday: 4 to 10 pm

Queenstown Ice Bar:

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 2 pm to 9 pm
Wednesday: 2 pm to 9 pm
Thursday: 2 pm to 9 pm
Friday: 2 pm to 10 pm
Saturday: 2 pm to 10 pm
Sunday: 2 pm to 10 pm

3. WHAT DO THEY COST?

*last updated December 19th, 2023.
Minus 5 Ice Bar:

Adults

• entry + mocktail $35
• entry + cocktail $40
• entry + 2 cocktails $45

Child

• entry + mocktail $25

Family packages

• 2 A + 2 C + 2 mocktails + 2 cocktails $99

Below Zero Ice Bar:

Adults

• entry only $15
• entry + mocktail $22
• entry + cocktail $29
• entry + 2 cocktails $36
• entry + cocktail + shot $36

Child

• 8 and under entry FREE
• 9 to 17 years entry $8
• 9 to 17 years entry + mocktail $15
• mocktail only $8

Family Pass

• 2 x adult w/ cocktail & 2 x child w/ mocktail $75

Queenstown Ice Bar:

Adults

• entry + mocktail $35
• entry + cocktail $40
• entry + 2 cocktails $45

Child

• entry + mocktail $20

Family Packages

• 2 A + 2 C + drinks $99

Espresso Martini Packages

• Entry + Espresso Martini cocktails $50
• Entry + 2 Espresso Martini cocktails $60

Premium Packages

• Elyx Entry + Cocktail $45
• Elyx Entry + Cocktail $55
• Elyx Entry Family Pass (2A, 2C + Drinks) $110

4. WHO HAS THE BEST REVIEWS?

Minus 5 Ice Bar:
Google | 4.5 stars | 1,211 reviews
TripAdvisor | 4 stars | 764 reviews

Below Zero Ice Bar:

Google | 4.3 stars | 727 reviews
TripAdvisor | 4 stars | 563 reviews

Queenstown Ice Bar:
Google | 4.8 stars | 216 reviews
TripAdvisor | 5 stars | 53 reviews

5. ANY DISCOUNTS FOR ICE BARS IN QUEENSTOWN?

Minus 5 Ice Bar: Yes, BookMe has some good deals regularly. Klook has some available from time to time.

BookMe: Entry & Cocktail | Entry + Cocktail

Below Zero Ice Bar: Yes, you can find discounts on both BookMe and Klook from time to time.

BookMe: Entry | Entry & Cocktail
Klook: Various packages

Queenstown Ice Bar:

BookMe: Premium Ice Lounge Entry & Premium Cocktail

6. OTHER GENERAL FAQS ABOUT ICE BARS

How much ice do they have in the bars?
I was trying to find consistent numbers, but the best I could find was:

• Minus 5 Ice Bar: 18 tonnes
• Below Zero Ice Bar: 20 tonnes
• Queenstown Ice Bar: 25 tonnes

How cold is it inside the Queenstown ice bars?

Cold! There’s no set temperature, but it’s usually in the -5°C to -10°C area. They can tell you just how cold it is when you’re there.

Do you need to dress for these temperatures?

Nope! All three ice bars provide jackets etc. to keep you warm during your visit.

Are children allowed?
If you took note of the price list I’m sure you’ll know that children and babies of all ages are all welcome 😉

Can we bring cameras?
You can, but they don’t always behave at such cold temperatures. Bring them at your own risk.

Does the ice melt at all?
Nope! But most ice bars will bring the ice sculptures in every few months to create new pieces of art, and touch up existing ones.

What do I need to bring to an ice bar?
All of the ice bars in Queenstown provide warm jackets, so as long as you’ve got ID (HANZ 18+, NZ Drivers Licence, and Passports) and proof of your booking you’re good to go. Some extra cash for extra drinks wouldn’t go astray either.

Do I need to bring ID?
It’s better to bring it rather than not. Remember in NZ, the only acceptable forms of ID are a valid passport, New Zealand Drivers Licence or HANZ 18+ card.

I hope this helps you figure out which of the ice bars in Queenstown.

If you have any questions about visiting Queenstown ice bars, email jub@churnewzealand.com or drop a comment below and I’ll get back to you ASAP.

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Hey, it’s Jub here. I’m the guy behind Chur New Zealand, helping you have the best time hiking, trekking, walking…whatever you want to call it…in NZ. I’m based in Queenstown and am always out and about exploring trails, old & new. If you have any questions, reach out.