SKYCITY QUEENSTOWN NZ — LAND-BASED CASINO REVIEW 2024

In Queenstown, SkyCity gives you not one but TWO casinos. That’s right, double the fun, double the thrill. And we’ve reviewed them both to save you time and energy. Read on to discover the bigger of the two, SkyCity Queenstown, and what it can offer you.

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12 tables and 86 machines

Open daily until 4am

Free live entertainment options

Located in the heart of Queenstown

Why is SkyCity Queenstown Casino a Kiwi hotspot?

GAMES

Roulette, blackjack, midi-baccarat, Caribbean Stud Poker, Ultimate Texas Hold’Em

OWNER

SkyCity Entertainment Group

LICENSING

The Gambling Commission

PROMOTIONS

Triple Points Tue, Trivia Bingo, Premier Rewards program, locals’ lunchtime discount card

OPENING HOURS

12 noon-4am daily, excluding Christmas Day, Good Friday, and 3am-1pm on Anzac Day

AGE RESTRICTION

20 years old with valid ID

DRINKING AND DINING

Wild Thyme restaurant

PARKING

Close to site

PAYMENT

Major credit cards accepted and currency exchange commission-free

GAME SELECTION

A range of classic table games is offered at SkyCity Queenstown, including blackjack, roulette, baccarat and poker. These are manned by a professional croupier so participants are expected to play and look the part, meaning they must have a good understanding of the rules and dress in accordance with the smart dress code. There is also an 86-strong selection of pokies machines for you to take your pick from when you fancy spinning the reels. Who knows, you might be the lucky winner of one of the progressive jackpots!

Choose the suitable game
GAME SELECTION

Loyalty Rewards

The Premier Rewards Program works across all SkyCity casinos and is free to sign up with. With a membership card, you can collect points as you play and get reductions on food and drink as well as other member-exclusive promotions. Any points you collect will be automatically added to the Premier Rewards account.

You’ll also get invited to exclusive bonus events and SkyCity may issue you Premier Bonus Dollars, either as rewards for playing or birthday gifts. These dollars can buy you gaming credits and are valid for three months. When you’re considered a high-value customer, you’ll be invited to VIP Gaming in the Horizon Room where you’ll play in a more intimate, lavish setting with first-class customer service.

Customer Support

The staff at SkyCity are always on hand to offer you tips and advice. They’re friendly and well-informed, taking pride in the service they’re offering you.
They also have a dedicated network for anyone struggling with a gambling problem and encourage players to gamble responsibly.

Customer Support

How We Rate & Review Land-Based Casinos

Here are the main criteria our team of gambling experts go by when rating and reviewing a casino:

  • GAME VARIETY: There should be a vast selection of table and machine games offering generous payouts. Classic and modern titles should be available, and all gambling abilities should be catered to.
  • EXTRAS: Food and drink outlets, as well as transport and accommodation options, should all be easily accessible.
  • REWARDS: Loyalty programs help retain customers so they must offer generous bonuses, discounts and exclusive invites.
  • ON-SITE: Extra on-site entertainment is essential for much-needed downtime. This could include sports screenings, workshops and talks with gambling experts.
  • CUSTOMER SERVICE: Staff must be friendly, knowledgeable and eager to quickly and effectively deal with customer queries.

Our Verdict

(3/5)

This casino packs a punch for a small venue. Located in the heart of the city, it’s easy to access and there are plenty of surrounding hotels. There are nearly 100 pokies machines, 12 tables with all the classics and VIP rooms for highly-valued customers.

Weekly promotions are listed on their website and members will receive even more exclusive deals. The casino is open until 4am every day so we’d recommend refueling at the delicious on-site restaurant, Wild Thyme, before continuing your mission to score that big win!

Hits

  • Generous loyalty rewards scheme
  • 86 pokies machines + 12 tables
  • Exceptional on-site restaurant
  • Generous loyalty scheme
  • Open daily until 4am

Misses

  • No on-site parking