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Top hotels and accommodation in Drift Bay

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Restaurant
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 1,007 reviews
"The beautiful view, comfortable rooms and handy proximity to the water taxi are all bonuses for this hotel. We were upgraded to a room with a sitting area and fire which was very relaxing. "
The price is NZ$169
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
2 Bedroom Mountain View Family Suite with Balcony | Mountain view
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 741 reviews
"Great place to stay. Loved the view of the Remarkable ranges. I’ll be back"
The price is NZ$195
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Ramada Queenstown Central
Restaurant
Ramada Queenstown Central
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 842 reviews
"Very nice hotel. Spacious rooms. We got the Lakeview rooms so it was spectacular "
The price is NZ$230
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Ramada Queenstown Central
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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, 1,000 reviews
"Great views"
The price is NZ$345
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Mi-pad Queenstown
View from property
Mi-pad Queenstown
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 568 reviews
"Very modern, tidy, and quiet despite construction out front; very walkable to restaurants and shopping."
The price is NZ$192
per night
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Mi-pad Queenstown
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
Local cuisine
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, 1,003 reviews
"We had a great night's sleep at Copthorne hotel comfortable beds and responsibly quite "
The price is NZ$199
per night
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront
View from property
Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront
4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, 1,005 reviews
"Beautiful view especially with the snow. Nice and quiet & warm "
The price is NZ$190
per night
19 Jun - 20 Jun
Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront
Sherwood Queenstown
Bar (on property)
Sherwood Queenstown
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, 708 reviews
"It was a lovely property, close to public transport and the teas and coffees provided were divine. I also loved the environmental focus of the property. I would definitely stay there again and recommend highly to family and friends. "
The price is NZ$172
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Sherwood Queenstown
Peppers Beacon Queenstown
3 Bedroom Lakeview Apartment | Living area
Peppers Beacon Queenstown
4.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, 1,165 reviews
"The breakfast was only average maybe have to get there very early "
The price is NZ$241
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Peppers Beacon Queenstown
Millennium Hotel Queenstown
Front of property - evening/night
Millennium Hotel Queenstown
4.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 1,003 reviews
"Very comfortable and well located "
The price is NZ$175
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Millennium Hotel Queenstown
Mercure Queenstown Resort
Aerial view
Mercure Queenstown Resort
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, 1,001 reviews
"Beautiful mountain and lake view. "
The price is NZ$186
per night
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Mercure Queenstown Resort
Nugget Point Hotel
Restaurant
Nugget Point Hotel
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, 432 reviews
"Out of the hustle and bustle of town, able to enjoy the location yet a short drive when needed."
The price is NZ$194
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Nugget Point Hotel
Heartland Hotel Queenstown
View from property
Heartland Hotel Queenstown
3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, 1,000 reviews
"Very convenient location, good value for money, the parking was a bit annoying though."
The price is NZ$155
per night
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Heartland Hotel Queenstown
Melbourne Lodge
Terrace/patio
Melbourne Lodge
3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, 596 reviews
"Cleanliness. Comfortable room and bed. Shower is good but the drain was a little slow. "
The price is NZ$159
per night
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Melbourne Lodge
DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown
In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, 1,003 reviews
"Great to be able to arrange an early check-in as we needed to be at the Earnslaw wharf for a Walter Peak cruise. Water taxi transport option was cheap and quick. Room was basic but functional. A bit more care with cleaning could be taken. Overall very enjoyable"
The price is NZ$169
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown
Earnslaw Lodge
Mountain view
Earnslaw Lodge
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, 607 reviews
"Plenty of room in the unit"
The price is NZ$171
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Earnslaw Lodge
Quest Queenstown
View from room
Quest Queenstown
4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 230 reviews
"As the property was quite new all the amenities were great. One drawback was that if you were out for the evening it was hard to find a parking spot when you came back. New restaurants and a grocery store were nearby which was nice. Downtown Queenstown is about a 15 minute drive."
The price is NZ$219
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Quest Queenstown
Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa
Front of property
Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 661 reviews
"It is in the heart of the city. The room is big. Facilities are great. "
The price is NZ$369
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa
Millbrook Resort
Property grounds
Millbrook Resort
5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 690 reviews
"beautiful as always. the reduced cleaning green eco-discount (aka Milbrook employing fewer staff) wasn't too much of a big deal but it was a bit of a surprise because we weren't told about it..."
The price is NZ$444
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Millbrook Resort
Villa del Lago
View from room
Villa del Lago
5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, 326 reviews
"This property is fantastic, lovely property and superb view. We will only be staying here when we are in Queenstown."
The price is NZ$408
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Villa del Lago
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The Black Sheep Backpackers

The Black Sheep Backpackers

13 Frankton Road, Queenstown
The price is NZ$97 per night from Jun 4 to Jun 5
NZ$97
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
8.2/10 Very Good! (46 reviews)

Drift Bay hotels information

Number of reviews
1,445
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1,406 hotels
Lowest Price
NZ$97
Highest Price
NZ$408

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, an IHG Hotel is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good choices for your trip to the area are La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown and Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview. 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?

Residence du Parc by Staysouth: This holiday home rental outside of Drift Bay is located in the mountains, and offers a fireplace, a TV and free WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a full-sized fridge, a dishwasher and a stovetop. 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?

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa: 5-star hotel located near Lake Wakatipu. Offers a children's pool, an indoor pool and a full-service spa. QT Queenstown and Rydges Lakeland Resort Queenstown are a couple of other choices that offer an on-site pool.

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 4 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 The Remarkables Ski Area and Queenstown Event Centre 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.

Recent Reviews in Drift Bay
Expedia verified reviews

Heritage Queenstown

Heritage Queenstown

5/5 Excellent
"Thank you for a great experience overall. To the wonderful Filipino customer service gentleman when I checked in. All in one facility loved the experience. This was my second time staying here"
A verified traveller stayed at Heritage Queenstown
Posted 2 days ago
Heritage Queenstown