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Top hotels and accommodation in Drift Bay

Rosewood Matakauri
Lake view

Rosewood Matakauri

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (15)
"Outstanding. Room, ambiance, service and food were all wonderful."
The price is AU$1,749
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Rosewood Matakauri
Ora Retreat
Romantic Cabin, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Ora Retreat

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (4)
"It was excellent in many ways and a real gem. However, the shared bathrooms were very far from the cabins if you're someone who needs to go in the middle of the night."
Ora Retreat
Azur Luxury Lodge
Luxury Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Lake View | Bathroom

Azur Luxury Lodge

5.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (82)
"The staff were excellent and went out of their way to assist us in anything we wanted."
The price is AU$1,296
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Azur Luxury Lodge
Kamana Lakehouse
Building design

Kamana Lakehouse

4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (476)
"Great hotel and easy location"
The price is AU$311
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Kamana Lakehouse
Mercure Queenstown Resort
2 restaurants, breakfast served

Mercure Queenstown Resort

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Fabulous service Beautiful breakfast with stunning view Hotel restaurant was excellent."
The price is AU$200
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Mercure Queenstown Resort
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
Premier 2 Bedroom Apartment with Lake View | View from room

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

4.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Great stay, awesome views and loved the onsite restaurant "
The price is AU$261
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
Highview Apartments
LCD TV

Highview Apartments

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (549)
"Great place to stay. Beautiful views and short walk to Queenstown. "
The price is AU$255
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Highview Apartments
Peppers Beacon Queenstown
Lake view

Peppers Beacon Queenstown

4.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1251)
"An excellent location for both proximity to the dining/ shopping district as well as views of the lake."
The price is AU$322
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Peppers Beacon Queenstown
QT Queenstown
Bar (on property)

QT Queenstown

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (956)
"Gorgeous hotel with free coffees in the morning and walking distance to the town"
The price is AU$365
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
QT Queenstown
Lakefront Apartments
Mountain view

Lakefront Apartments

3.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (300)
"We have stayed before and would definitely return close walk to town on the flat, no hills "
The price is AU$275
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Lakefront Apartments
Lakeside Motel - Queenstown
1 bedroom, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Lakeside Motel - Queenstown

2.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (408)
"Great location "
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Lakeside Motel - Queenstown
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
Daily buffet breakfast (NZD 40 per person)

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"We stayed here for 4 nights and absolutely loved our stay. We were in an Alpine suite with Balcony and lake views and it was superb. "
The price is AU$367
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
ROKI Collection Queenstown
1-Bedroom Suite

ROKI Collection Queenstown

5.0 star property
The price is AU$1,640
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
ROKI Collection Queenstown
The Waterfront
Penthouse 2 bedroom, Lake view | Living area

The Waterfront

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (347)
"Unbeatable views and location in Queenstown"
The price is AU$411
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
The Waterfront
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG
Restaurant

Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Great location and experience."
The price is AU$276
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
Golf

Novotel Queenstown Lakeside

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"The property is in a great spot. Easy to walk to restaurants, cafes and shopping. Staff always accommodating if you needed anything."
The price is AU$278
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
Coronation Lodge
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Coronation Lodge

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (450)
"Wonderful stay, great location and friendly staff"
The price is AU$254
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Coronation Lodge
Eichardt's Private Hotel
The Penthouse | Private spa tub

Eichardt's Private Hotel

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (70)
"Excellent location!"
The price is AU$1,510
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Eichardt's Private Hotel
The Lofts Apartments
Front of property - evening/night

The Lofts Apartments

3.5 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (704)
"Great location , helpful reception. "
The price is AU$205
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
The Lofts Apartments
Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront
Lobby

Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront

4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Close to centre "
The price is AU$263
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront
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Top Drift Bay Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Modern clean hotel. Conveniently 300m to supermarket. Ample parking nearby at affordable rate. 10 minute drive to Queenstown or regular bus just outside. Bus stop outside for snow transport to both the Remarkables and Coronet Peak. 5 minutes from the airport but quiet ( never heard a plane whilst inside). Given a free upgrade to a balcony room with an amazing view. Highly recommend. "
Michael 4-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Drift Bay?

Located 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from the heart of Drift Bay, Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good choices for your trip to the area are Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown by IHG and Kamana Lakehouse. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Drift Bay.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Drift Bay has to offer?

Manata Lodge: This holiday home rental outside of Drift Bay is located on a river, and has a fireplace, a terrace and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware. It offers a garden, a library and 1 hot tub so that you can immerse yourself in your holiday. See all vacation rentals in Drift Bay.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Drift Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Drift Bay.

What are some hotels with pools in Drift Bay?

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown: Offers a seasonal outdoor pool, an indoor pool and a sauna. View all hotels with pools in Drift Bay.

What's it like to stay in Drift Bay?

Visitors will definitely enjoy all that Drift Bay has to offer. In Drift Bay, there are 5 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Drift Bay.

What should I do while I'm visiting Drift Bay?

A favourite place to visit is Lake Wakatipu. You'll also find Jacks Point Golf Course and The Remarkables Ski Area in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Drift Bay guide.

What's the seasonal weather in Drift Bay?

The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 13°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 3°C. Average annual precipitation for Drift Bay is 1506 mm.