At Crowne Plaza Queenstown by IHG in Queenstown, New Zealand, you get a central, upscale base within easy walking distance of the lakefront, Skyline Gondola and the town’s shops and restaurants. Ask for a lake-view room when you book and use the concierge to arrange skiing, jet boating or wine tours so you don’t waste time planning on arrival. The hotel has an on-site restaurant, bar, gym and meeting facilities, but parking is limited and rooms sell out during ski season and summer, so reserve early.