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Top 10 trending Drift Bay hotels

Pinewood Queenstown
Exterior

Pinewood Queenstown

3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (580)
"Basic accommodation BUT walking distance to town, great value, and very clean. Coffee and tea provided, super staff, and close enough to the gondola to walk. "
The price is P4,207
P4,838 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 26 - Jun 27
Pinewood Queenstown
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
View from property

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1357)
"Nice unit, spacious and well appointed. "
The price is P6,956
P8,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 26 - Jun 27
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown by IHG
Courtyard

Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown by IHG

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Very convenient and smooth stay."
The price is P8,927
P10,266 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 26 - Jun 27
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown by IHG
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Restaurant

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1009)
"Found the property excellent, friendly helpful staff, exquiste surroundings with beautiful scenery."
The price is P8,031
P9,236 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 27 - Jun 28
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Kamana Lakehouse
Building design

Kamana Lakehouse

4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (455)
"Friendly and helpful staff, great service and excellent experience staying at the hotel."
The price is P9,524
P10,952 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Kamana Lakehouse
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Lobby lounge

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1246)
"It’s so perfectly located close to Airport and felt quite central. Close to Remarkables Shopping Centre, Five Mile and set in a truly picturesque location! Waking up to amazing views was soul recharge! "
The price is P4,872
P5,603 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
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, (474)
"Very new hotel, fantastic view, nice staff, outstanding breakfast!"
The price is P5,822
P6,695 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 27 - Jun 28
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
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)
"This property was a wonderful place to relax after our days of exploration in and around Queenstown!"
The price is P14,536
P16,716 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Highview Apartments
LCD TV

Highview Apartments

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (538)
"Great spot, amazing room with a great view and close to town!"
Highview Apartments
Four Seasons Motel
Private kitchen

Four Seasons Motel

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (250)
"Clean and comfortable. Thanks for a great stay team! "
Four Seasons Motel
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, (1005)
"Everything was great"
The price is P6,419
P7,382 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 26 - Jun 27
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
Hampshire Holiday Parks - Queenstown Lakeview
Dining room

Hampshire Holiday Parks - Queenstown Lakeview

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (503)
"Friendly staff , easy check in ."
Hampshire Holiday Parks - Queenstown Lakeview
Cardrona Hotel
Interior entrance

Cardrona Hotel

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (631)
"This is such a cool place to stay. The rooms are basic with everything you need, comfy beds, warm and the decor has a nice country feel. You can eat at the iconic Cardrona hotel or toast marshmallows around the outdoor fire then wander back to your room. Great staff as well."
Cardrona Hotel
Amity Serviced Apartments
Front of property

Amity Serviced Apartments

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (528)
"The apartment was spacious and the kitchenette was convenient. "
Amity Serviced Apartments
Earnslaw Lodge
Mountain view

Earnslaw Lodge

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (653)
"Nice views over the lake and walkable distance to town"
The price is P4,792
P5,510 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 26 - Jun 27
Earnslaw Lodge
Sherwood Queenstown
Bar (on property)

Sherwood Queenstown

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (871)
"Great staff. Great food. Basic rooms. "
The price is P4,626
P5,319 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 26 - Jun 27
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, (1005)
"Great location, lovely staff and restaurant was wonderful."
The price is P8,518
P9,796 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
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, (1000)
"Great location and experience."
The price is P10,649
P12,246 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG
Melbourne Lodge
Terrace/patio

Melbourne Lodge

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (722)
"Good place to stay "
Melbourne Lodge
Peppers Beacon Queenstown
Lake view

Peppers Beacon Queenstown

4.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1245)
"The Veiw and closeness to town centre "
The price is P11,554
P13,287 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 26 - Jun 27
Peppers Beacon Queenstown
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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 by IHG is a top choice for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good choices for your trip to the area are Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central 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: Features a seasonal outdoor pool, an indoor pool, and a sauna. Also, another option that offers an onsite pool is Mercure Queenstown Resort. 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 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.