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Top 10 Drift Bay hotels and places to stay

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 CA $278
CA $320 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Kamana Lakehouse
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"The location is excellent, on the shores of beautiful Lake Wakatipu. However, parking is not included with the room and free parking is extremely limited"
The price is CA $249
CA $286 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
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 CA $213
CA $244 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
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 CA $160
CA $187 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
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 CA $226
CA $259 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
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 CA $161
CA $185 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
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 CA $259
CA $297 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Heritage Queenstown
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (979)
"Very comfortable, clean and convenient location. Handy having the cafe / restaurant downstairs but was not impressed with the service for dinner or the attitude of one of the breakfast staff. All the others were delightful. A shame when one rude staff member can make a guest uncomfortable and impact a stay. A shame for all the other pleasant and hardworking staff."
The price is CA $220
CA $253 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
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 CA $190
CA $218 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
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 CA $228
CA $262 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
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 CA $140
CA $161 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
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 CA $176
CA $207 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
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 CA $147
CA $170 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
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 CA $152
CA $174 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
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 CA $190
CA $218 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
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 CA $254
CA $292 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
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 CA $110
CA $126 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
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 CA $178
CA $205 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
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 CA $169
CA $194 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
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 CA $351
CA $405 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
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 traveler 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 vacation home rentals that Drift Bay has to offer?

Rare Gem in heart of Central Queenstown next to supermarket and gas station: Visitors like this Drift Bay vacation home rental. It is located on a lake and has a patio, a private yard, 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 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! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Drift Bay.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Drift Bay?

To access more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Drift Bay, head over to our customer service page.

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 onsite pool.

How is it staying in Drift Bay?

Visitors are sure to enjoy all that Drift Bay has to offer. In Drift Bay, there are 4 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Drift Bay.

What should I do while I'm visiting Drift Bay?

A favorite place to visit is Lake Wakatipu. You'll also find The Remarkables Ski Area and Queenstown Event Centre in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Drift Bay guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in Drift Bay?

The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 55°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 37°F. Average annual precipitation for Drift Bay is 59 inches.