Coronet Peak

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Pros
  • Easy to get to from Queenstown
  • Particularly great for intermediate skiers and riders
  • Efficient lift system
Cons
  • Inconsistent natural snowfall

Overall

4.2
Coronet Peak is one of the top resorts in Queenstown. With 27 runs spanning 691 acres, it is well worth a visit if you find yourself in the area. To give you a snapshot of the resort, we've put together a comprehensive list of key statistics, including mountain profile, lift system, historical opening and closing dates, and ticket pricing. Make sure you read the reviews left by skiers and riders who've experienced it first hand, and check out how they rate the resort!

2018 Historical Snowfall

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Coronet Peak Reviews

Very Good 4 / 5
based on 8 reviews

How well the resort caters for beginner skiers / boarders

Beginners

How well the resort caters for intermediate skiers / boarders?

Intermediates

How well the resort caters for advanced skiers / boarders

Advanced

How accessible and convenient it is to get to this resort from a major destination

Accessibility

Quality of the off-piste terrain

Side/Backcountry

Overall value for money of the resort

Value for money

Quality of lifts, lift speed and lift layout in the resort

Lifts

Quantity and quality of the snow

Snow

How uncrowded is the resort

Uncrowded

Après ski and dining options

Town

Services and facilities e.g. child care, tubing, health care, equipment hire

Facilities

How family friendly is this resort?

Family Friendliness
Average!3.5 / 5Oct 15, 2021
Coronet Peak ReviewsMatthew L.
intermediate snowboarder
Stunning snowboarding accompanied by an amazing view. Easily accessible from Queenstown, an amazing destination in the South Island of NZ. Some advanced jumps and slopestyle areas for more experienced riders, as well as some more gentle areas for beginners... More
Very Good!4 / 5Dec 27, 2019
Coronet Peak ReviewsCalum M.
advanced snowboarder
The night skiing is so much fun and definitely worth doing, unfortunately every time we went the snow cover wasn’t very good and there were a lot of icey patches and rocks all over even on the mail trails... More
Superb!4.8 / 5May 07, 2018
Coronet Peak ReviewsSean E.
advanced snowboarder
Nice big easy to navigate around. Renyal pricing is super affordable and their night skiing/board offers the best seasons. All round an amzing place. And to top it all off i have had the privelidge to lay the floor coverings there.... More
Fabulous!4.2 / 5Nov 21, 2017
AAlexandro
intermediate snowboarder
Last year after I spent one and an half month around New Zealand with my own van I ended up in Queenstown, where I spend a beautiful time. There, I went snowboarding for the frist time as Sicilian. It was incredible experience, the location, the atmosphere, the people... definitely recommended. And, now I moved to Vancouver for the winter season.... More
Fabulous!4.2 / 5Nov 11, 2017
CBCesar B.
advanced snowboarder
Coro as it's called by those familiar with the resort is a very family orientated resort, being a lot lower than all the other resorts it tends to get icy very quickly as snow washes out a lot of the time when it's snowing up remarks, cardys or TC. However on a powder day it's one amazing place to play at, specially taking the green gates lift... More
Fabulous!4.2 / 5Nov 08, 2017
MTMatt T.
intermediate skier
Coronet is a delight to ski, stunning views, easily the most accessible in Queenstown, some great wide runs for those starting out. Love it, and Queenstown is awesome fun afterwards! Can't wait to go back.... More
Very Good!3.9 / 5Nov 08, 2017
CCalum
advanced snowboarder
I loved riding here and got to ride most days as I worked there. It's especially fun when you get a powder day and there's so many nice side hits to ride. Will definitely be back!... More
Average!3 / 5Oct 14, 2017
GGGary G.
Coronet Peak is a fun resort but you only need a day or two there. It has some nice steep terrain and the views from up top are amazing. The two main problems with the resort are firstly the crowds. It tends to be one of the most popular resorts because it is close to Queenstown. Secondly, the snow can be icy because of the aspect. Having said that... More