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Top hotels and accommodation in Drift Bay

Rosewood Matakauri
Lake view

Rosewood Matakauri

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (10)
"Outstanding. Room, ambiance, service and food were all wonderful."
The price is NZ$3,048
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Rosewood Matakauri
Azur Luxury Lodge
Balcony

Azur Luxury Lodge

5.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (82)
"luxurious"
The price is NZ$1,845
includes taxes & fees
31 Jan - 1 Feb
Azur Luxury Lodge
Aspen Getaway
Exterior

Aspen Getaway

3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Well stocked and maintained apartment. It had everything we needed. Helpful host, too. We loved our stay!"
The price is NZ$400
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Aspen Getaway
Kamana Lakehouse
Building design

Kamana Lakehouse

4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (394)
"Convenient location close to city center. Better location if you’re bringing car though, there’s onsite parking. Also has hot tub that you can book."
The price is NZ$589
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
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
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Mercure was wonderful. We loved it. Great staff and views."
The price is NZ$330
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Mercure Queenstown Resort
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Loved it! Have stayed here twice."
The price is NZ$459
includes taxes & fees
14 Feb - 15 Feb
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
Highview Apartments
LCD TV

Highview Apartments

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (483)
"Exceptional place to stay - room spacious and wonderful view of the lake. It has a steep hill to walk up from the town centre - but not bad. Did expect the rooms to be serviced for the price you pay to stay? "
The price is NZ$374
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
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, (50)
"This is a beautiful place on a beautiful street. The house feels like home. Our only problem was that the air conditioning doesn’t cool the upstairs bedrooms. We don’t mind sleeping with the windows opened except the street is very busy and loud, even at night until 11:00pm."
The price is NZ$1,348
includes taxes & fees
21 Feb - 22 Feb
Esplanade Queenstown by Staysouth
LakeRidge Queenstown by Staysouth
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Lake View | Lake view

LakeRidge Queenstown by Staysouth

4.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (112)
"We had a great time amazing views great place to stay"
The price is NZ$1,102
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
LakeRidge Queenstown by Staysouth
Rydges Lakeland Resort Queenstown
Exterior

Rydges Lakeland Resort Queenstown

3.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"Great view over lake"
The price is NZ$295
includes taxes & fees
31 Jan - 1 Feb
Rydges Lakeland Resort Queenstown
Peppers Beacon Queenstown
3 Bedroom Lakeview Apartment | Living area

Peppers Beacon Queenstown

4.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1220)
"Beautiful spot with (small) views of the lake 💖 very friendly staff, good size rooms, comfy bed "
The price is NZ$347
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Peppers Beacon Queenstown
QT Queenstown
Bar (on property)

QT Queenstown

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (900)
"I had been very jet lagged before arriving here but got a great night’s sleep and finally cut the fog. "
The price is NZ$535
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
QT Queenstown
Lakefront Apartments
2 Bedroom Premier Lakeview | Balcony view

Lakefront Apartments

3.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (281)
"Great location, awesome view and full amenities"
The price is NZ$399
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Lakefront Apartments
Lakeside Motel - Queenstown
Laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Lakeside Motel - Queenstown

2.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (390)
"Hotel is older and facilities are a bit dated, but good-sized room (with a nice balcony overlooking the lake) and clean. Very pricy, but that should be expected for Queenstown during the Christmas season. Excellent location across the street from the lake and short walk to central Queenstown. "
The price is NZ$270
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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)
"The entire process from checking in, staying four nights and checking out was a pleasure. We would recommend this hotel to anyone. A delightful stay in an amazing town."
The price is NZ$512
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
The Waterfront
Lake

The Waterfront

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (332)
"Good location, very convenient to walk to town centre. It would be nice if there are additional basic items such as salad bowl, non-stick pan and a bottle of diswashing liquid. Otherwise, it is a very nice apartment with good laundry facility."
The price is NZ$582
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
The Waterfront
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, (1004)
"Great place to stay. In walking distance of all we wanted to see and do👍"
The price is NZ$529
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown, an IHG Hotel
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
Private spa tub

Novotel Queenstown Lakeside

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"The location of this hotel made it very easy to be in town."
The price is NZ$439
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
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, (419)
"Very nice space, clean and good location, easy walk to town centre. "
The price is NZ$429
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
Coronation Lodge
The Lofts Apartments
Front of property - evening/night

The Lofts Apartments

3.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (677)
"perfect location just the age of the property that could be done better to improve. Perfect family stay with small kids "
The price is NZ$405
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
The Lofts 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 Pinewood 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?

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.