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Our top choices for Drift Bay cheap hotels

A modern bar area with seating, a counter with a logo, and a view of the outside.
A couple walking along a lakeside path with mountains in the background.
A restaurant table set with glasses, cutlery, and a bottle, with a mountain view through the window.
A couple embracing on a boat with a cityscape in the background.

1. Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
Frankton
Australia
Jason and Josephine
NZ$220
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a mountain view.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with a wooden deck, and a kitchenette.
A stone fireplace with a mounted animal head, a modern fireplace, and a large landscape painting on the wall.
A restaurant interior with high tables, hanging wicker light fixtures, and a visible kitchen area.

2. Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park
Frankton
Australia
Jennifer
NZ$224
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park
A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.
A modern bar area with a glass enclosure, bar stools, and a seating area with a sofa and a small table.
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and a view of mountains through a large window.
A modern interior with a sofa, a staircase, and a wall-mounted shelf with plants.

3. La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Frankton
Australia
Angela
NZ$228
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, an elevator, a reception desk, and a large forest mural on the wall.
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of mountains, a dining area, and a sliding door leading to another room.
A modern reception area with a wooden floor, a grey sofa, a round mirror, and a plant arrangement.
A modern interior with hanging pendant lights, a rustic wall, and a decorative rope and deer head on the wall.

4. Wyndham Garden Queenstown

Wyndham Garden Queenstown
Frankton
Australia
Mark
NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Wyndham Garden Queenstown
A balcony with a table and chairs, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking area, and a mountainous backdrop.
A modern living room with a stone wall, a fireplace, a television, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a mountain and buildings through large windows.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a balcony with a view of mountains, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

5. Quest Queenstown

Quest Queenstown
Frankton
United States
AGUSTIN
NZ$229
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Quest Queenstown
A modern living room with a stone wall, a sofa, a chair, a glass coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a large bed, and a view of the city.
A modern building with stone facades and large windows, a clear sky, and a mountain in the background.
A modern living room with a stone wall, a grey armchair, a glass coffee table, and a mounted TV.

6. DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown

DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown
Kawarau Falls
Australia
Sophie
NZ$229
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown
A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, a wooden ceiling, and a visible outdoor area.
A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, seating area with a curved bench, and a reception counter.
A modern restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and shelves with dishes.
A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a desk with a chair, and a painting on the wall.

7. Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
Frankton
Australia
Amitkumar
NZ$250
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
A room with a bed, a wooden headboard, a small table with chairs, a view of the outdoors through large windows, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A building with a traditional architectural style, featuring a symmetrical facade with a central entrance and a series of windows.
A restaurant interior with wooden tables and bar stools, hanging light bulbs, and potted plants.
A building with a garage door, a bicycle rack with multiple bicycles, and a stack of firewood.

8. Sherwood Queenstown

Sherwood Queenstown
Queenstown
Australia
Ben
NZ$189
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Sherwood Queenstown
A balcony with a table set for breakfast overlooking a mountain and lake.
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a mountain backdrop.
A dining area with round tables, chairs, and a view of the sea through large windows.
A modern stone house with a stone facade, a sloped roof, and a view of mountains in the background.

9. Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
Queenstown
Australia
Casey
NZ$262
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
A modern kitchen with a view of mountains, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.
A modern building with a glass staircase, a concrete ground floor, and a lush green garden.
A hotel room with a large bed, a smaller bed, a sofa, and a balcony with a mountain view.
A modern kitchen with large windows, a dining area with chairs, and a view of mountains and a lake.

10. Autoline Motel

Autoline Motel
Queenstown City Centre
Australia
Mike
NZ$189
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Autoline Motel
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Top Drift Bay Hotel Reviews

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, a ferry runs to Queenstown every hour which is cheaper than an uber, several food options within the resort area which is convenient. The breakfast buffet was great value, wide range of options - highly recommend. During winter they included complimentary hot chocolate in the lobby. Lots of nice walking nearby and places to sit and relax, nice fireplace area outdoors near the main restaurant. Parking was mildly annoying, don’t use the underground carpark if you have a medium or big car as it is pretty tight to navigate. Just use the above ground / open gravel area to park and that’s also closer walking distance to the hotel entrance. If you arrive late you might struggle to find a parking spot, none are reserved. Pay by QR code for parking is easy, don’t have to pay for a full day either (first 3 hours free). Was fine after working that out. There was some miscommunication with some staff around buffet prices, but it got resolved promptly and they took care of everything. Do not use the service in the lobby for pre booking tours, as being a third party that makes it difficult to make changes or cancellations if you have to change plans due to weather etc. Not worth 5% discount for that hassle, plus they charge huge card fee so the savings aren’t worth it."
Ben 5-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Garden Court Suites And Apartments

Garden Court Suites And Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"Studio was great and well equipped. Location is perfect for walking into Queenstown. All staff are friendly and welcoming"
Georges 3-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Garden Court Suites And Apartments
Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing views for breakfast and even had a wee view from our room that I wasnt expecting"
Matthew 5-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Kamana Lakehouse
Pinewood Queenstown

Pinewood Queenstown

8/10 Good
"Small but neat and fine for one night. Easy to walk into Queenstown & bed comfortable. Pretty small room & tiny shared toilet downstairs and tiny shared shower outside our room upstairs but price was good for Queenstown so all good."
Fiona 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Pinewood Queenstown
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

10/10 Excellent
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Marlee 8-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

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When is the best time for a budget trip to Drift Bay?
Weather is probably a major factor when you plan your trip to Drift Bay, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 13°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 3°C. Average annual precipitation for Drift Bay is 1506 mm.
What is there to see and do in Drift Bay?
You won't need to spend big to get to know Drift Bay. You can budget for the top local attractions on your list, and then make time for activities that cost little or nothing at all. Enjoy the outdoors at Lake Wakatipu and Queenstown Gardens, or check out the area's cultural spots like Toi o Tahuna.
How can I get to Drift Bay and get around on a budget?
Looking at these ways to get around Drift Bay can help keep you on budget. The nearest airport is 5.7 mi (9.2 km) away from the centre in Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.). Drift Bay might not have many public transport choices so a car rental could be an economical alternative to see the area.

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