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Top 10 Drift Bay hotels and places to stay

Kamana Lakehouse
Building design
Kamana Lakehouse
4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (362)
"Beautiful, clean, luxury, friendly staff"
The price is CA $277
CA $319 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Kamana Lakehouse
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Restaurant
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"The Hilton Queenstown was a beautiful property! The staff were all very nice and helpful! They even upgraded us to a 2-bedroom apartment with a lake view! It was an incredible night! "
The price is CA $211
CA $243 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Lake View Swiss-SuperSuite Two Bedroom
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1213)
"We rented a suite. It was a bit on the small side, but had everything we needed. We even had a washer and dryer (free) that we were able to access right outside our door. We were about a ten minute drive to downtown Queenstown. Be sure to take the gondola up the mountain for a beautiful view of the city. If you are adventurous ride the luge down the mountainside. It was safe and fun! In the evening go into town and walk along the water. Outdoor cafes, bars, and live music. It was...
The price is CA $175
CA $203 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Hampshire Holiday Parks - Queenstown Lakeview
Property grounds
Hampshire Holiday Parks - Queenstown Lakeview
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (450)
"Great stay in a very nice cabin close to town "
The price is CA $159
CA $186 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Hampshire Holiday Parks - Queenstown Lakeview
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown, an IHG Hotel
Courtyard
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown, an IHG Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (936)
"Up and down a hill to reach town center otherwise great location. Parking unavailable as lot was full. Very difficult to find parking in immediate area they said due to New Zealand marathon weekend. No drawers or area to place luggage so no ability to unpack at this hotel "
The price is CA $224
CA $258 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 18 - Dec 19
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown, an IHG Hotel
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Exterior
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (910)
"Nice and close to the airport and Frankton amenities"
The price is CA $160
CA $184 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Heritage Queenstown
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Heritage Queenstown
4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Would recommend "
The price is CA $279
CA $321 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
Heritage Queenstown
Sherwood Queenstown
Bar (on property)
Sherwood Queenstown
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (766)
"This is my go to place every time i come to Queenstown. It is cozy, warma nd welcoming. The people are friendly and accomodating. Also adore their commitment to sustainability and community. Highly recommend!"
The price is CA $189
CA $217 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Sherwood Queenstown
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, (984)
"We got a great room - high ceilings and large footprint. It even had a clothes washer and drier, along with a good sized refrigerator, cooktop and microwave. All in great shape and super helpful to have for our stay of a few days! "
The price is CA $202
CA $233 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
Private spa tub
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Very friendly and great location"
The price is CA $226
CA $260 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park, an IHG Hotel
Exterior
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park, an IHG Hotel
4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (326)
"The staff is helpful and pleasant. Thanks!"
The price is CA $135
CA $156 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park, an IHG Hotel
Swiss-Belresort and Villas Coronet Peak
Interior entrance
Swiss-Belresort and Villas Coronet Peak
3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (402)
"Quit"
The price is CA $139
CA $160 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Swiss-Belresort and Villas Coronet Peak
LyLo Queenstown
Terrace/patio
LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (586)
"Excellent facilities and service, awesome value for a hostel and right next to the town centre! "
The price is CA $151
CA $173 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
LyLo Queenstown
Mi-pad Queenstown
View from property
Mi-pad Queenstown
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (624)
"The accommodation was clean and safe."
The price is CA $173
CA $204 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Mi-pad Queenstown
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
Remarkables View King
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (391)
"Lots of shops and restaurants around the hotel area. "
The price is CA $139
CA $160 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
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, (1008)
"No"
The price is CA $224
CA $258 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown, an IHG Hotel
Pinewood Lodge
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Private Bathroom
Pinewood Lodge
3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (446)
"."
The price is CA $109
CA $125 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Pinewood Lodge
DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown
In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
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 $177
CA $204 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
Breakfast served, local cuisine
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"It was overall a great place to stay very kind staff and lovely people"
The price is CA $168
CA $193 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
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, (1017)
"Great view"
The price is CA $353
CA $405 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
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.