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Kamana Lakehouse
Building design

Kamana Lakehouse

4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (480)
"Great hotel and easy location"
The price is €168
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Kamana Lakehouse
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1013)
"Exceptional property with wonderfully warm and welcoming staff, loved it! "
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
View from property

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1392)
"Stayed for 3 days and very good as always."
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Pinewood Queenstown
Exterior

Pinewood Queenstown

3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (600)
"Clean and tidy accommodation and very friendly and happy to help staff "
The price is €61
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Pinewood Queenstown
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Restaurant

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1301)
"Great place, will be back!"
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
Exterior

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (522)
"Great spot to stay "
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
Amity Serviced Apartments
Front of property

Amity Serviced Apartments

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (537)
"Good location "
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Amity Serviced Apartments
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Restaurant

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Beautiful location and views"
The price is €154
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Highview Apartments
LCD TV

Highview Apartments

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (554)
"Great place to stay, short walk to town. Amazing views! Quiet and private. My second stay here. "
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Highview Apartments
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Best place I have stayed in within New Zealand, it’s beautiful. And the staff were excellent."
The price is €245
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Hampshire Holiday Parks - Queenstown Lakeview
Dining

Hampshire Holiday Parks - Queenstown Lakeview

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (509)
"Wonderful location and staff kind and welcoming"
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hampshire Holiday Parks - Queenstown Lakeview
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
Local cuisine

Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"Loved it! Free parking (dependent on availability), and a great view from the room. Staff was amazing too! Very accommodating and friendly. Will be back here again!"
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
Cardrona Hotel
Interior entrance

Cardrona Hotel

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (651)
"What an amazing hotel Absolutely loved every thing about it amazing lamb burger paired brilliantly with the Swifty comfortable warm and cosy definitely recommend "
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Cardrona Hotel
Earnslaw Lodge
Mountain view

Earnslaw Lodge

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (659)
"Great views of the lake. Room reasonable size. Bed comfortable. Facilities a bit outdated. Noise could be heard from all other rooms within the lodge. "
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Earnslaw Lodge
Four Seasons Motel
Executive Suite | Private kitchen

Four Seasons Motel

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (255)
"Clean and comfortable. Thanks for a great stay team! "
The price is €124
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Four Seasons Motel
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
Front of property – evening/night

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1013)
"Great hotel and lovely cafe"
The price is €126
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG
Restaurant

Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Friendly helpful staff many whoese english was their first language..room service v good."
The price is €137
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG
QT Queenstown
Bar (on property)

QT Queenstown

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (959)
"Awesome property with modern well furnished rooms. Welcoming staff and good location. "
The price is €221
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
QT Queenstown
Sherwood Queenstown
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; garden views

Sherwood Queenstown

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (901)
"Our second time staying here - and have loved it both times."
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Sherwood Queenstown
Melbourne Lodge
Terrace/patio

Melbourne Lodge

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (731)
"Walkable and very convenient "
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Melbourne Lodge
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Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

5-11 Church Street, Queenstown
The price is €90 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
€90
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Drift Bay?

Located 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from the heart of Drift Bay, Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview 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 La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park 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: Provides a full-service spa, 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 Jacks Point Golf Course and The Remarkables Ski Area 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.