Minus 5° ICE BAR
88 Beach Street, Queenstown 9300
Rating: 4.6 ★ (1842 ratings)
Details
Minus 5° ICE BAR is Queenstown's original and arguably "coolest" experience, offering an extraordinary frozen wonderland crafted from over 18 tonnes of crystal clear ice. Situated at the iconic Steamer Wharf lakefront, this unique establishment provides an immersive, sub-zero environment where everything from the walls and furniture to the bar itself is intricately hand-carved from ice. Guests are transported into an Antarctic-inspired setting, creating a truly distinct atmosphere that stands out in the vibrant Queenstown landscape.
Upon arrival, visitors are fitted with cosy custom-made jackets, gloves, and boots, ensuring comfort while exploring the chilly temperatures, typically ranging from -5°C to -10°C. The main highlight is enjoying delicious cocktails or mocktails, expertly served in glasses made entirely of ice. Guests can marvel at the ever-evolving array of hand-crafted ice sculptures and are encouraged to capture numerous photographs to commemorate their frosty adventure.
This captivating ice bar is perfectly suited for all ages, offering a memorable experience for families, couples, and groups of friends alike. Children can delight in special juice cocktails served in ice glasses and interact with ice-carved animals, making it a fun outing for younger visitors. Whether as a unique "bucket list" item or a lively pre-dinner activity, Minus 5° ICE BAR provides an unforgettable escape from the ordinary, available year-round in Queenstown.
Location
Opening Hours
Monday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM | Tuesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM | Wednesday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM | Thursday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM | Friday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM | Saturday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM | Sunday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM
Contact
+64 21 193 7966 | https://www.minus5icebar.com/
Comments
Our bar tender, Emma was absolutely awesome. At times we were the only 2 in the bar as others came and went within 10 minutes. Emma took the time to come talk with us for most of the hour we spent in the bar which made if feel like a more personal experience especially since is was my partners 50th birthday.
I can highly recommend Minus 5 Ice Bar.
Thank you again Emma for a great experience. Your cocktails were delicious too.
The cocktails were really nice and made amazingly well. The staff were friendly and the atmosphere inside was unique and fun.
We stayed for around 40 minutes, which felt like the perfect amount of time in the cold. Definitely worth doing at least once if you’re in Auckland and looking for cool 🥶
The cocktails were delicious, and there were plenty of great photo opportunities throughout the bar. It was definitely worth the visit and made for a memorable experience in Queenstown. Highly recommend it to anyone looking to try something different!