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Top 10 trending Drift Bay hotels

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 €1,501
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 €674
includes taxes & fees
14 Feb - 15 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 €246
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Aspen Getaway
Kamana Lakehouse
Building design

Kamana Lakehouse

4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (396)
"A magnificent hotel overlooking the mountains and lake. The lake room was gorgeous, loved it! "
The price is €289
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
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, (1002)
"We had a very comfortable stay at Mercure Resort Queenstown. It has jacuzzi, pool, sauna gym and what not. Located at a convenient location. Highly recommended!"
The price is €180
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 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, (1001)
"Staff was nice, the room had a bar fridge and itwas extremely chill."
The price is €251
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, (487)
"Great view, easy stay, great appliances and comfortable. "
The price is €217
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 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 €803
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
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)
"Beautiful apartment, easy walk into Queenstown centre "
The price is €598
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 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 €149
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
Rydges Lakeland Resort Queenstown
Peppers Beacon Queenstown
3 Bedroom Lakeview Apartment | Living area

Peppers Beacon Queenstown

4.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1224)
"Great location. Staff were very friendly and helpful."
The price is €201
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Peppers Beacon Queenstown
QT Queenstown
Bar (on property)

QT Queenstown

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (904)
"I had been very jet lagged before arriving here but got a great night’s sleep and finally cut the fog. "
The price is €295
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 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 €221
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 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)
"Big older style 2 bedroom apartment. Comfy beds and a lovely view but could be a bit cleaner. Very nice staff."
The price is €138
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 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, (1001)
"Loved our stay here before our routeburn track hike. Friendly staff and lovely rooms. "
The price is €243
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
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 €306
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb
The Waterfront
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG
Exterior

Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Very friendly staff and walkable anywhere even Queenstown hiking "
The price is €280
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG
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 €235
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 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, (422)
"Very nice space, clean and good location, easy walk to town centre. "
The price is €234
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Coronation Lodge
The Lofts Apartments
Front of property – evening/night

The Lofts Apartments

3.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (678)
"Fantastic Location in central Queenstown. Very well equipped apartment."
The price is €273
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 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.