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Strike Bowl

📍 Arthurs Point, Otago

★3.9(292 Google reviews)💰$10-$15👶All ages

Ten-pin bowling alley in Queenstown with electronic scoring, arcade games, air hockey, table soccer and two pool tables. Full licensed bar and kitchen-made food with a kids' menu. Retro atmosphere consistently praised by reviewers.

✓ ten-pin bowling✓ arcade games✓ pool tables✓ licensed bar✓ kids menu✓ retro atmosphere Queenstown

🏆 Family Action Verdict

A solid Queenstown wet-weather option for school-age children and up — the combination of bowling, arcade games and pool tables fills time well beyond a single game. The kids' menu and licensed bar mean parents and children are both catered for. Ask for bowling shoes at check-in as staff don't always issue them automatically.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

💡Bowling shoes are provided at check-in
⏰Flag any pin reset issues to staff immediately - they resolve them quickly
🎟️The kids' menu food is made to order from the hotel kitchen - a step above standard bowling alley fare
🚗Arcade games, air hockey and pool tables extend the visit well beyond the bowling itself for mixed-age groups

💬 What Families Are Saying

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3.9
★★★★★

292 Google reviews

G Reviews from Google

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david nicholl

4 months ago

★★★★★

“Had a wonderful time here playing a few games solo; I won every game! Staff were warm, welcoming and very kind. 10/10 recommend this alley with its retro feel and super great staff!”

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marcio souza

7 months ago

★★★★★

“What an awesome time! Evelyn behind the desk was very friendly and happy helping with my questions always smiling... I really recommend 😃”

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Austin Butler

3 months ago

★★★★★

“Great date night out. Good drinks and lovely staff!”

💬 What parents mention

Staff and atmosphereBowling and arcade varietyLane and equipment consistency

Overview

Strike Bowl runs ten-pin bowling lanes with electronic scoring alongside arcade games, air hockey, table soccer and two pool tables. A full licensed bar is on site. Food is made to order from the hotel kitchen with a kids' menu available. The venue has a retro atmosphere reviewers consistently describe as a genuine plus. Staff are rated warmly across the majority of reviews.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday16:00 – 20:00
Tuesday16:00 – 20:00
Wednesday16:00 – 20:00
Thursday16:00 – 20:00
Friday12:00 – 20:00
Saturday12:00 – 20:00
Sunday12:00 – 20:00

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