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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$1,874
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Rosewood Matakauri
Azur Luxury Lodge
Luxury Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Lake View | Living room

Azur Luxury Lodge

5.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (82)
"luxurious"
The price is AU$1,193
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Azur Luxury Lodge
Aspen Getaway
Exterior

Aspen Getaway

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3)
"Well stocked and maintained apartment. It had everything we needed. Helpful host, too. We loved our stay!"
The price is AU$366
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Aspen Getaway
ASPEN RETREAT
Executive lounge

ASPEN RETREAT

3.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (1)
"Good location, easy parking but it doesn’t have obvious signs so hard to find. "
The price is AU$453
includes taxes & fees
8 July - 9 July
ASPEN RETREAT
Kamana Lakehouse
Building design

Kamana Lakehouse

4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (458)
"Friendly and helpful staff, great service and excellent experience staying at the hotel."
The price is AU$378
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Kamana Lakehouse
Mercure Queenstown Resort
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Mercure Queenstown Resort

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Nice location,good size rooms "
The price is AU$254
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Mercure Queenstown Resort
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
Exterior

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

4.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Great place to stay in Queenstown. Easy walk to the city centre."
The price is AU$276
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
Highview Apartments
LCD TV

Highview Apartments

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (538)
"Great spot, amazing room with a great view and close to town!"
The price is AU$268
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Highview Apartments
Esplanade Queenstown by Staysouth
Luxury Townhome, 3 Bedrooms, Lakeside | Private kitchen

Esplanade Queenstown by Staysouth

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (53)
"Great location views and beautiful pry"
The price is AU$1,442
includes taxes & fees
17 July - 18 July
Esplanade Queenstown by Staysouth
Peppers Beacon Queenstown
Lake view

Peppers Beacon Queenstown

4.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1246)
"The Veiw and closeness to town centre "
The price is AU$394
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Peppers Beacon Queenstown
QT Queenstown
Bar (on property)

QT Queenstown

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (949)
" amazing hotel, excellent service, good breakfast and a great view of the lake!"
The price is AU$434
includes taxes & fees
11 July - 12 July
QT Queenstown
Lakefront Apartments
2 Bedroom Premier Lakeview | Balcony view

Lakefront Apartments

3.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (294)
"Everything was good apart from the parking we had to do near the reception and walk to the house"
The price is AU$432
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
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, (405)
"Great location "
The price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
10 July - 11 July
Lakeside Motel - Queenstown
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
Exterior

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$407
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG
Exterior

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$399
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
Indoor spa tub

Novotel Queenstown Lakeside

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Really nice hotel, but the age of the hotel shows in the rooms and bathrooms. "
The price is AU$282
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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, (446)
"Wonderful stay, great location and friendly staff"
The price is AU$304
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
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$1,914
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
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, (697)
"Close to where I want to be "
The price is AU$249
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
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)
"Beautiful area! Walking distance to downtown and all the amenities "
The price is AU$284
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront
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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 by IHG is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good choices for your trip to the area are Kamana Lakehouse and Rendezvous Heritage Hotel 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?

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: Provides 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 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.