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Kamana Lakehouse
Building design
Kamana Lakehouse
4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (362)
"I love the soak. It’s perfect "
The price is AU$350
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Kamana Lakehouse
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Restaurant
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"The Hilton Queenstown was a beautiful property! The staff were all very nice and helpful! They even upgraded us to a 2-bedroom apartment with a lake view! It was an incredible night! "
The price is AU$267
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Lake View Swiss-SuperSuite Two Bedroom
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1213)
"We rented a suite. It was a bit on the small side, but had everything we needed. We even had a washer and dryer (free) that we were able to access right outside our door. We were about a ten minute drive to downtown Queenstown. Be sure to take the gondola up the mountain for a beautiful view of the city. If you are adventurous ride the luge down the mountainside. It was safe and fun! In the evening go into town and walk along the water. Outdoor cafes, bars, and live music. It was...
The price is AU$232
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Hampshire Holiday Parks - Queenstown Lakeview
Property grounds
Hampshire Holiday Parks - Queenstown Lakeview
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (450)
"Great stay in a very nice cabin close to town "
The price is AU$204
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hampshire Holiday Parks - Queenstown Lakeview
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown, an IHG Hotel
Courtyard
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown, an IHG Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (936)
"Up and down a hill to reach town center otherwise great location. Parking unavailable as lot was full. Very difficult to find parking in immediate area they said due to New Zealand marathon weekend. No drawers or area to place luggage so no ability to unpack at this hotel "
The price is AU$283
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown, an IHG Hotel
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Exterior
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (910)
"Sally at reception was fantastic!!! So helpful!!!! We had a wonderful view from our room and the bed and shower were fantastic. The room had a bit of a weird smell but overall this was a surprisingly wonderful stay. "
The price is AU$225
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Heritage Queenstown
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Heritage Queenstown
4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Would recommend "
The price is AU$298
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Heritage Queenstown
Sherwood Queenstown
Bar (on property)
Sherwood Queenstown
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (766)
"This is my go to place every time i come to Queenstown. It is cozy, warma nd welcoming. The people are friendly and accomodating. Also adore their commitment to sustainability and community. Highly recommend!"
The price is AU$228
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Sherwood Queenstown
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
Front of property - evening/night
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (984)
"We got a great room - high ceilings and large footprint. It even had a clothes washer and drier, along with a good sized refrigerator, cooktop and microwave. All in great shape and super helpful to have for our stay of a few days! "
The price is AU$283
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
Private spa tub
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Very nice. Super convenient location."
The price is AU$286
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park, an IHG Hotel
Exterior
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park, an IHG Hotel
4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (326)
"The staff is helpful and pleasant. Thanks!"
The price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park, an IHG Hotel
Swiss-Belresort and Villas Coronet Peak
Interior entrance
Swiss-Belresort and Villas Coronet Peak
3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (402)
"Like the place!"
The price is AU$167
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Swiss-Belresort and Villas Coronet Peak
LyLo Queenstown
Terrace/patio
LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (586)
"Excellent facilities and service, awesome value for a hostel and right next to the town centre! "
The price is AU$190
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
LyLo Queenstown
Mi-pad Queenstown
View from property
Mi-pad Queenstown
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (624)
"The accommodation was clean and safe."
The price is AU$231
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Mi-pad Queenstown
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
Remarkables View King
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (391)
"Lots of shops and restaurants around the hotel area. "
The price is AU$176
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown, an IHG Hotel
Exterior
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown, an IHG Hotel
4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"No"
The price is AU$283
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown, an IHG Hotel
Pinewood Lodge
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Private Bathroom
Pinewood Lodge
3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (446)
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The price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Pinewood Lodge
DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown
In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown
4.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Was a nice easy stay, only point of feedback is the scent they use in reception and the lifts is awful."
The price is AU$224
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
Local cuisine
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"It was overall a great place to stay very kind staff and lovely people"
The price is AU$211
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1017)
"Great view"
The price is AU$445
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Drift Bay?

Located 6.9 mi (11.2 km) from the heart of Drift Bay, Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown, an IHG Hotel is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good choices for your trip to the area are La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown and Heritage Queenstown. 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?

Rare Gem in heart of Central Queenstown next to supermarket and gas station: This holiday home rental outside of Drift Bay is located on a lake, and has a patio, a private garden and laundry facilities to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. 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?

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa: 5-star hotel located near Lake Wakatipu. Offers a children's pool, an indoor pool and a full-service spa. QT Queenstown and Rydges Lakeland Resort Queenstown are a couple of other choices that offer an on-site pool.

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 4 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 The Remarkables Ski Area and Queenstown Event Centre 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.