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Cardrona Hotel

Cardrona Hotel
3.0 star property
Cardrona
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (741 reviews)
"Great place to stay!! Staff are very friendly, building and rooms were very clean. Great atmosphere. "
United States
David
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Cardrona Hotel
Remarkables View King

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
4.5 star property
Frankton
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (725 reviews)
"Room was very clean but more importantly the staff were very kind and helpful!"
United States
Paige
The price is NZ$386
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
Terrace/patio

Coronet Ridge Resort

Coronet Ridge Resort
5.0 star property
Arthur's Point
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"We loved the hospitality. We very much liked the overall idea of creating a hotel that exceeds your expectations."
United States
Oliver
The price is NZ$645
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Coronet Ridge Resort
Exterior

Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa

Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa
5.0 star property
Gibbston
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (115 reviews)
"Amazing accommodations and staff"
United States
Jessica
The price is NZ$832
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa
Outdoor spa tub

Cottages at Kinross

Cottages at Kinross
4.0 star property
Gibbston
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (224 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Thank you! "
Australia
Sophie
The price is NZ$454
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Cottages at Kinross
Front of property

Pinewood Queenstown

Pinewood Queenstown
3.0 star property
Boydtown
7.6 out of 10, Good, (682 reviews)
"A very convenient stay, within walking distance to the town centre. The staff were friendly and very accommodating with our requests."
Australia
Zehra Aziz
The price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Pinewood Queenstown
Exterior

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
4.5 star property
Frankton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (643 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, great location"
Canada
Ian
The price is NZ$349
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
Building design

Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse
4.5 star property
Fernhill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (580 reviews)
"View to kill for, great and delicious food and friendly staff. We can definitely recommend Kamana Lakehouse "
United Kingdom
Jesper
The price is NZ$536
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Kamana Lakehouse
Front of property

Falcons Nest

Falcons Nest
2.0 star property
Cromwell
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (62 reviews)
"This is a hostel with large facilities. But very clean"
United States
Boqin
The price is NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Falcons Nest
4 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Japanese cuisine

Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
5.0 star property
Arrowtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (752 reviews)
"Rooms good, bed comfy & showers hot. "
United Kingdom
karen
The price is NZ$650
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Millbrook Resort
Bar (on property)

Arrowtown House Boutique Accommodation

Arrowtown House Boutique Accommodation
4.0 star property
Arrowtown
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (156 reviews)
"Great space. Warm welcome and lovely wine and appetizers in the room. Breakfast was also very good. "
Canada
Carl
The price is NZ$489
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Arrowtown House Boutique Accommodation
Large Studio Apartment | View from room

Manata Lodge

Manata Lodge
4.0 star property
Lower Shotover
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (194 reviews)
"An exceptional place."
United States
Israel
The price is NZ$409
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Manata Lodge
Exterior

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Kawarau Falls
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,010 reviews)
"Outstanding hotel, would return!"
Australia
Megan
The price is NZ$424
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
4.5 star property
Queenstown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location amazing staff very clean"
Canada
luisa
The price is NZ$449
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
Terrace/patio

Quest Queenstown

Quest Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (465 reviews)
"Clean room and helpful staff"
Australia
Nuri
The price is NZ$377
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Quest Queenstown
Apartment | Living area

LAKESIDE LIVING - MODERN 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT

LAKESIDE LIVING - MODERN 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT
4.0 star property
Queenstown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (8 reviews)
"Great location with lake view."
Australia
Krystil
The price is NZ$531
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
LAKESIDE LIVING - MODERN 2-BEDROOM APARTMENT
Exterior

Central Park Apartments

Central Park Apartments
4.5 star property
Cromwell
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (192 reviews)
"Great staff and amenities. We self catered so did not need breakfast "
Australia
Karen
The price is NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Central Park Apartments
Terrace/patio

Queenstown TOP 10 Holiday Park

Queenstown TOP 10 Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Arthur's Point
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (413 reviews)
"Nice place"
Australia
Jamilla
The price is NZ$277
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Queenstown TOP 10 Holiday Park
Interior entrance

Hulbert House

Hulbert House
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Our 4th trip to Hubert House and as always we had a great stay. "
United States
bret
The price is NZ$1,139
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Hulbert House
Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

Balmoral Lodge

Balmoral Lodge
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (137 reviews)
"Great place!"
Australia
Sheldon
The price is NZ$493
includes taxes & fees
14 Mar - 15 Mar
Balmoral Lodge
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Top Drift Bay Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"All round excellent hotel, staff, location, amenities & cleanliness "
Jeanne 5-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG

More cheap accommodation in Drift Bay

Hampshire Holiday Parks - Arrowtown

Hampshire Holiday Parks - Arrowtown

12B Centennial Avenue Arrowtown
The price is NZ$122 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
NZ$122
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (71 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Drift Bay?
Located 8 mi (12.8 km) from the heart of Drift Bay, Kamana Lakehouse is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good choices for your trip to the area are Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central and La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Drift Bay.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Drift Bay has to offer?
Manata Lodge: This holiday home rental outside of Drift Bay is located on a river, and has a fireplace, a terrace and a BBQ 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 1 hot tub so that you can immerse yourself in your holiday. See all vacation rentals in Drift Bay.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Drift Bay, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Drift Bay.
What are some hotels with pools in Drift Bay?
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown: Features a seasonal outdoor pool, an indoor pool and a sauna. View all hotels with pools in Drift Bay.
What's it like to stay in Drift Bay?
Visitors will definitely enjoy all that Drift Bay has to offer. In Drift Bay, there are 5 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Drift Bay.
What should I do while I'm visiting Drift Bay?
A favourite place to visit is Lake Wakatipu. You'll also find Jacks Point Golf Course and The Remarkables Ski Area in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Drift Bay guide.
What's the seasonal weather in Drift Bay?
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.

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