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Top hotels and accommodation in Drift Bay

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1198)
"Had a comfortable stay. Everything was clean and presented nealty. Check in and out was super easy "
The price is NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (451)
"Great hotel. The daily breakfast was worth it. The AC in our room was a bit clunky though and wouldn't work after opening the balcony door."
The price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
16 May - 17 May
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown

4.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Exellent location, best spot in Queentown! Hidden gem!"
The price is NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1008)
"Nice place Clean and tidy Romantic Friendly staff Amazing food Love it "
The price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
16 May - 17 May
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Queenstown Village Apartments

4.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (115)
"Great stay of 8 nights. Very comfortable and great communication with hotel staff via email. Great location "
The price is NZ$347
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Queenstown Village Apartments

Quest Queenstown

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (357)
"This is a great hotel. Don’t be scared off that it’s near the airport and 5-10 minutes from town. It’s so quiet. Just what we needed for our stay. "
The price is NZ$215
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Quest Queenstown

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (514)
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The price is NZ$215
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Villa del Lago

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (345)
"Really comfortable… there is every thing you need. Great"
The price is NZ$392
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Villa del Lago

BreakFree The Point

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (339)
" Beautiful views and out of town enough to be quieter. "
The price is NZ$202
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
BreakFree The Point

Stunning Lakeview QT Holiday House

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"The property was excellent and we had an amazing stay. The only feedback is both car spaces were occupied and we have to park the car quite far away on the second night of the stay. The kitchen stove area was dusty and hadn’t been cleaned properly when we checked in. Other than that we have a wonderful stay."
The price is NZ$737
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Stunning Lakeview QT Holiday House

Sherwood Queenstown

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (858)
"The vibe and atmosphere was remarkable."
The price is NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Sherwood Queenstown

Holiday Inn Queenstown Frankton Road by IHG

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"A very nice property with very effective and efficient staff. Parking is somewhat quirky. Howevrr, overall a very nice property."
The price is NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
Holiday Inn Queenstown Frankton Road by IHG

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Great experience generally Restaurant menu obscure and breakfast a disaster .area too small and crowded and food fair "
The price is NZ$436
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

Oaks Queenstown Shores Resort

4.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1417)
"Lake view good, a bit further from town, but complamentary shuttle available for pick up and drop off to town."
The price is NZ$259
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
Oaks Queenstown Shores Resort

Lakeview Colonial Motel

3.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (74)
"Thanks! We had a great stay, easy access to town!"
The price is NZ$224
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Lakeview Colonial Motel

Hello QT Pounamu

4.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (71)
"Beautiful views. 20 min walk to town"
The price is NZ$352
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Hello QT Pounamu

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1336)
"Unfortunately we could only spend one night here because we left for Franz Joseph the next morning. But, we were delighted when we arrived and saw this beautiful room…amazing view of the lake with floor to ceiling windows, it had a full kitchen, fireplace, living room and dining area. I could stay there for weeks and be happy. Only one downside is the distance from downtown. We took cabs. But, if you like to walk, it’s a lovely one."
The price is NZ$205
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Comfortable and quiet with lovely views and the bus stop right outside the door. "
The price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

Earnslaw Lodge

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (652)
"Our host Vicki and her team were delightful and very helpful. After checking in, Vicki grabbed an umbrella as it was raining and walked with me back to the car to help us get our luggage. It's the first accommodation ever that the host told us not to do the dishes.. "you're on holiday, you shouldn't have to do dishes, we'll give you clean crockery & cutlery each morning." Exceptional. Earnslaw Lodge is an older style hotel, but very clean and comfortable and well lit with big windows. The...
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Earnslaw Lodge

Alexis Motels & Apartments

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (631)
"Absolutely beautiful place. Shower pressure is amazing!!!! "
The price is NZ$201
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Alexis Motels & 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 by IHG is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good choices for your trip to the area are Novotel Queenstown Lakeside 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.