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30 Sept - 1 Oct
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1 Oct - 2 Oct
This weekend
2 Oct - 4 Oct
Next weekend
9 Oct - 11 Oct

Our top choices for Drift Bay luxury hotels

A modern bar area with seating, a counter with a logo, and a view of the outside.
A modern hotel with a glass facade, parking lot, and a mountainous backdrop.
A restaurant table set with glasses, cutlery, and a bottle, with a mountain view through the window.
A couple walking along a lakeside path with mountains in the background.

1. Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
Frankton
  • Unwind in alpine elegance at this Queenstown hotel with stunning mountain views, luxury amenities, and exceptional dining experiences.
NZ$220
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
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 living room with a stone wall, a grey armchair, a glass coffee table, and a mounted TV.
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a large bed, and a view of the city.
A modern lounge area with sofas, a fireplace, a bar, and a stone wall.

2. DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown

DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown
Kawarau Falls
  • Lakefront luxury with mountain views and personalised service awaits at this Queenstown retreat.
NZ$229
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown
A riverside hotel with modern architecture, a walking path, and a view of mountains.
A modern outdoor seating area with a stone fire pit, overlooking a lake and mountains.
A modern hotel room with a stone fireplace, a sofa with red cushions, a desk with a chair, and a large window offering a scenic view.
A modern living room with large windows, a fireplace, and a view of a lake.

3. Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Kawarau Falls
  • Lakeside luxury awaits with stunning views, ten spa treatment rooms, and balcony accommodation at this waterfront resort in Queenstown.
NZ$365
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, a wooden ceiling, and a visible outdoor area.
A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a desk with a chair, and a painting on the wall.
A cozy room with a white sofa, a grey chair, wooden wall panels, and a glass cabinet with items on top.
A modern restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and shelves with dishes.

4. Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
Frankton
  • Indulge in rejuvenating spa treatments and modern luxury at this Queenstown retreat.
NZ$250
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
A balcony with a table and chairs, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and chairs, a kitchen area with appliances, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a mountain view.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a parking area, and a mountainous backdrop.
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
NZ$229
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Quest Queenstown
A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.
A modern kitchen with built-in appliances, a central island, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern bar area with a glass enclosure, bar stools, and a seating area with a sofa and a small table.
A modern interior with a sofa, a staircase, and a wall-mounted shelf with plants.

6. La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Frankton
NZ$225
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
A modern building with a central atrium, large windows, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A modern living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a view of mountains and a lake.
A room with a large window offering a view of a lake and mountains. There are wooden chairs and tables arranged for seating.
A modern room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony overlooking a lake and mountains. Inside, there is a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a coffee table with a vase of flowers.

7. The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Queenstown
  • Lakeside luxury on balconied terraces elevates stays with spa treatments, fine dining, and shuttle service.
NZ$574
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, an elevator, a reception desk, and a large forest mural on the wall.
A modern interior with hanging pendant lights, a rustic wall, and a decorative rope and deer head on the wall.
A hotel with a garden sign, multiple windows, and a view of snow-covered mountains.
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of mountains, a dining area, and a sliding door leading to another room.

8. Wyndham Garden Queenstown

Wyndham Garden Queenstown
Frankton
NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Wyndham Garden Queenstown
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 modern building with a 'Bramada' sign, surrounded by mountains and parked cars.
A restaurant interior with high tables, hanging wicker light fixtures, and a visible kitchen area.

9. Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park
Frankton
NZ$224
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park
A balcony with a table set for breakfast overlooking a mountain and lake.
A conference room with a long table, chairs, and a view of mountains and water.
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.

10. Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
Queenstown
  • Queenstown luxury retreat elevates relaxation with alpine views, dual pools, and indulgent spa services in the heart of adventure country.
NZ$262
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
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Top Drift Bay Hotel Reviews

Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was most helpful. We never did get a reservation to eat dinner in the hotel. Grab bars in showers would be welcomed."
Jeffrey 3-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Kamana Lakehouse
Blue Peaks Lodge

Blue Peaks Lodge

8/10 Good
"Room is clean and spacious."
Polly Shuk Man 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Blue Peaks Lodge
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 6 hours 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 23 hours ago
Garden Court Suites And Apartments
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

Frequently asked questions

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Use Expedia to arrange your flight to Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.) airport, and then choose from a variety of places to stay that will deliver the luxury you seek. Amenities are important when you plan a holiday, so we make it easy to find what you'd like to make your stay special. If you want an upscale hotel that has a spa, an indoor pool or luxury bedding, Expedia can help you find the best luxury hotel experience that Drift Bay has to offer. Drift Bay has some interesting things to see and do including Lake Wakatipu, so you might want to take in the local sights during your visit.
When can I expect good weather in Drift Bay?
Planning for the weather is an important factor for making your trip to Drift Bay a success, especially when you're splurging. 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's there to see and do in Drift Bay?
Experience all that Drift Bay has to offer when you visit Lake Wakatipu, Jacks Point Golf Course and The Remarkables Ski Area. If you have spare time during your trip, you might want to make a stop at Remarkables Park Town Centre and Queenstown Gardens.

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