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Top 10 trending Drift Bay hotels

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
View from property

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1382)
"Stayed for 3 days and very good as always."
The price is P8,700
P10,005 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
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, (1003)
"Great location "
The price is P8,201
P9,431 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG
Kamana Lakehouse
Building design

Kamana Lakehouse

4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (477)
"Great hotel and easy location"
The price is P9,582
P11,019 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Kamana Lakehouse
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, (1291)
"Great place, will be back!"
The price is P5,385
P6,192 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Restaurant

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Staff were very friendly; service was excellent. Rooms and facilities were very clean and comfortable."
The price is P8,220
P9,453 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
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, (511)
"Great spot to stay "
The price is P5,261
P6,050 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
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, (534)
"Everything was great. Easy walk to town centre. Comfortable rooms. Only thing the kids complained about wifi signal was weak, but I think it was different depending what room you stay in."
The price is P6,452
P7,605 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Amity Serviced Apartments
Pinewood Queenstown
Exterior

Pinewood Queenstown

3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (598)
"Clean and tidy accommodation and very friendly and happy to help staff "
The price is P3,579
P4,116 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Pinewood Queenstown
Highview Apartments
LCD TV

Highview Apartments

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (549)
"Great place to stay. Beautiful views and short walk to Queenstown. "
The price is P7,407
P8,518 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
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, (1002)
"Fantastic hotel with excellent service and friendly staff"
The price is P14,310
P16,457 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
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, (507)
"Wonderful location and staff kind and welcoming"
The price is P6,604
P7,727 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hampshire Holiday Parks - Queenstown Lakeview
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)
"Affordable, just outside the towncentre"
The price is P8,641
P9,938 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
Sherwood Queenstown
Bar (on property)

Sherwood Queenstown

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (895)
"Loved the restaurant. Food was excellent."
The price is P5,633
P6,478 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
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, (1004)
"Good location short walk from the centre of town nice views . Beds were great and hotel and staff had a friendly atmosphere."
The price is P7,524
P8,653 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
Cardrona Hotel
Interior entrance

Cardrona Hotel

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (647)
"Just a brilliant place. A must if you are skiing the cardrona mountain, or if you’re expiring the area between Queenstown and Wānaka or if you just want awesome break with great service and great food and a haven for kids. "
Cardrona Hotel
Four Seasons Motel
Private kitchen

Four Seasons Motel

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (254)
"Clean and comfortable. Thanks for a great stay team! "
The price is P6,321
P7,269 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Four Seasons Motel
QT Queenstown
Bar (on property)

QT Queenstown

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (957)
"Gorgeous hotel with free coffees in the morning and walking distance to the town"
The price is P11,780
P13,548 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
QT Queenstown
Melbourne Lodge
Terrace/patio

Melbourne Lodge

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (728)
"Good place to stay "
Melbourne Lodge
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG
Restaurant

Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Great location and experience."
The price is P8,906
P10,242 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG
Earnslaw Lodge
Mountain view

Earnslaw Lodge

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (658)
"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 P6,133
P7,053 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Earnslaw Lodge
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Top Drift Bay Hotel Reviews

Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG

Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Enjoyed our visit "
Cassandra 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG

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 traveler data. Other good choices for your trip to the area are Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG and Kamana Lakehouse. 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 hot 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?

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown: Offers a seasonal outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and a sauna. View all hotels with pools in Drift Bay.

How is it staying in Drift Bay?

Visitors are sure to enjoy all that Drift Bay has to offer. In Drift Bay, there are 5 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 Jacks Point Golf Course and The Remarkables Ski Area 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.