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Top 10 Drift Bay hotels and places to stay

Rosewood Matakauri
Lake view

Rosewood Matakauri

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (10)
"The restaurant servers were EXCELLENT! Jamie was great. Gabriela is the person that made our stay memorable. What an asset to the brand! Personable and warm, made a connection with every guest, yet very professional. A hard combination to find in a manager. She is ehat Rosewood wants to project to its guests sll rolled up in one. The overall service was superb and what is expected at Rosewood. It is very isolated and not close to anywhere except by a 15 min taxi ride, so do take that into...
The price is CA $1,946
CA $2,238 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Rosewood Matakauri
Azur Luxury Lodge
Balcony

Azur Luxury Lodge

5.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (82)
"luxurious"
The price is CA $1,308
CA $1,505 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 31 - Feb 1
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 CA $284
CA $326 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Aspen Getaway
Kamana Lakehouse
Building design

Kamana Lakehouse

4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (394)
"Convenient location close to city center. Better location if you’re bringing car though, there’s onsite parking. Also has hot tub that you can book."
The price is CA $418
CA $480 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Kamana Lakehouse
Mercure Queenstown Resort
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Mercure Queenstown Resort

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Mercure was wonderful. We loved it. Great staff and views."
The price is CA $234
CA $269 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
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, (1002)
"Good location, friendly staff "
The price is CA $326
CA $374 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 14 - Feb 15
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
Highview Apartments
LCD TV

Highview Apartments

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (483)
"Exceptional place to stay - room spacious and wonderful view of the lake. It has a steep hill to walk up from the town centre - but not bad. Did expect the rooms to be serviced for the price you pay to stay? "
The price is CA $282
CA $324 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 25 - Feb 26
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 CA $1,008
CA $1,161 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 21 - Feb 22
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)
"We had a great time amazing views great place to stay"
The price is CA $814
CA $942 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 11 - Feb 12
LakeRidge Queenstown by Staysouth
Rydges Lakeland Resort Queenstown
Exterior

Rydges Lakeland Resort Queenstown

3.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"It was a lovely room and location! We would absolutely stay here again. "
The price is CA $220
CA $253 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Rydges Lakeland Resort Queenstown
Peppers Beacon Queenstown
3 Bedroom Lakeview Apartment | Living area

Peppers Beacon Queenstown

4.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1220)
"Beautiful spot with (small) views of the lake 💖 very friendly staff, good size rooms, comfy bed "
The price is CA $246
CA $283 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Peppers Beacon Queenstown
QT Queenstown
Bar (on property)

QT Queenstown

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (900)
"I had been very jet lagged before arriving here but got a great night’s sleep and finally cut the fog. "
The price is CA $379
CA $436 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 2 - Feb 3
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 CA $283
CA $326 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 17 - Feb 18
Lakefront Apartments
Lakeside Motel - Queenstown
Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Lakeside Motel - Queenstown

2.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (390)
"The motel is a short walk from the centre of town and an even shorter walk from the lake. On the ground floor the view is blocked by a hedge so book an upper floor if you can. It is on a main road, an issue for a light sleeper like me but my husband was fine with it. All the other motels we used had a coffee press and we missed that "
The price is CA $192
CA $220 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Lakeside Motel - Queenstown
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
Exterior

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"The entire process from checking in, staying four nights and checking out was a pleasure. We would recommend this hotel to anyone. A delightful stay in an amazing town."
The price is CA $363
CA $418 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 6 - Feb 7
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 CA $413
CA $475 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 3 - Feb 4
The Waterfront
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, (1004)
"Great place to stay. In walking distance of all we wanted to see and do👍"
The price is CA $375
CA $432 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown, an IHG Hotel
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 CA $311
CA $358 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
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, (419)
"Loved our stay at this location and in Queenstown! Location had easy access to downtown. Loved the separate living area from bedroom. It was large and great for us to organize our group. Separate laundry room was a plus!"
The price is CA $304
CA $350 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 6 - Feb 7
Coronation Lodge
The Lofts Apartments
Front of property - evening/night

The Lofts Apartments

3.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (677)
"perfect location just the age of the property that could be done better to improve. Perfect family stay with small kids "
The price is CA $287
CA $330 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 26 - Feb 27
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 traveler 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 vacation home rentals that Drift Bay has to offer?

Manata Lodge: Visitors like this Drift Bay vacation home rental. It is located on a river and has a fireplace, a terrace, and a barbecue grill 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 a spa tub so you can immerse yourself in your vacation. 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.