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Top hotels and accommodation in Drift Bay

Kamana Lakehouse
4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (358)
"The hotel has beautiful views to the Remarkables and it is well located despite the fact that one has to walk up the Fernill Road to get there. There are beautiful hiking trails nearby and the hotel provides hot bath soaks that are relaxing and soothing. The staff at the hotel went further mile to help in whatever was needed. The food is the hotel restaurant is delicious and well prepared, although I found that the breakfast included was A La Carte and the food offering was limited. The hotel is...
The price is NZ$389
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Kamana Lakehouse
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Thanks will definitely stay again "
The price is NZ$365
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1209)
"Great property. The rooms are a little small. "
The price is NZ$286
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Hampshire Holiday Parks - Queenstown Lakeview
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (446)
"Great location! Our room was spacious with great view of the mountains. The bathroom had a wonderful shower. "
The price is NZ$227
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Hampshire Holiday Parks - Queenstown Lakeview
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown, an IHG Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (934)
"Hotel staff are very helpful and friendly. Eat in options are convenient and great quality. Hotel is an easy walk into town where you can explore queenstown and experience the wilderness. There is a local bus stop just around the corner making it easy to access the airport and other towns such as Arrowtown. Hotel is very clean with every modern convenience you can think off."
The price is NZ$314
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown, an IHG Hotel
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (901)
"Nice and roomy c/w in room laundry "
The price is NZ$250
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Heritage Queenstown
4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Great views from all angles."
The price is NZ$316
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Heritage Queenstown
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (979)
"Very comfortable rooms, with everything we needed, close to the city, and very relaxing "
The price is NZ$342
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
Sherwood Queenstown
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (762)
"Comfortable hotel in attractive setting, conveniently situated between airport and town with easy access to bus route and views over the lake. Restaurant has excellent service and a very interesting menu. To be recommended. "
The price is NZ$253
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Sherwood Queenstown
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"All the staff were very friendly and efficient. The room was quiet and the shower was awesome!! Was clean and tidy. Would highly recommend to anyone."
The price is NZ$318
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park, an IHG Hotel
4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (324)
"Great and relaxed vibe"
The price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park, an IHG Hotel
Mi-pad Queenstown
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (622)
"The hotel closes to main bus station for pickup. Convenient to tourist attractions. Staff are helpful and have an area for social gathering. The hotel offers free drinks on each floor which is very good for tourists. The only thing is the entrance of the hotel have road works and is very dusty."
The price is NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Mi-pad Queenstown
Swiss-Belresort and Villas Coronet Peak
3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (398)
"We had a very warm welcome from the reception. The room was clean and tidy but there was only one chair in the room. The doors in the corridor were heavy and made quite some noise when people walked pass. "
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Swiss-Belresort and Villas Coronet Peak
LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (579)
"The employees that's in charged of the reception and counter are really welcoming. The room that we stayed in is really clean. There was also a kitchen that we're free to use and came in really handy. Overall our stay was magnificent. "
The price is NZ$212
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
LyLo Queenstown
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (388)
"The room was stylish and quiet! "
The price is NZ$265
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown, an IHG Hotel
4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Hotel building is tired, rooms are tired and need updating. In need of refurbishing. Location is excellent, right in town and lakefront."
The price is NZ$365
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown, an IHG Hotel
Pinewood Lodge
3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (445)
"Quick service"
The price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Pinewood Lodge
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 NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Staff were friendly and helpful only poor reception for internet need some new furniture Excellent customer care "
The price is NZ$235
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Great view"
The price is NZ$491
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 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.