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Our top choices for Drift Bay motels

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1. Autoline Motel

Autoline Motel
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (568 reviews)
"Very warm and comfortable. Would stay again."
Australia
Mike
The price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Autoline Motel
Front of property

2. Coronation Lodge

Coronation Lodge
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (478 reviews)
"Great value for money with a very short walk to Queenstown gardens, CBD and waterfront."
Australia
Michele
The price is NZ$332
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Coronation Lodge
Front of property

3. Blue Peaks Lodge

Blue Peaks Lodge
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (990 reviews)
"Everything was very good, from the room to the location."
Australia
Gabriel
The price is NZ$302
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Blue Peaks Lodge
Front of property

4. Amity Serviced Apartments

Amity Serviced Apartments
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (643 reviews)
"Great price, not too far from Queenstown CBD about 10-15min walk. The walk is uphill when returning from Queenstown CBD. I really liked the soft towels."
Australia
Efraim
The price is NZ$248
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Amity Serviced Apartments
Front of property

5. Queenstown Motel Apartments

Queenstown Motel Apartments
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (715 reviews)
"Gorgeous views, short walk to town, very comfortable rooms"
Australia
Lauren
The price is NZ$246
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Queenstown Motel Apartments
Executive Suite | Private kitchen

6. Four Seasons Motel

Four Seasons Motel
3.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (291 reviews)
"Great location, close to the town."
Australia
Bill
Four Seasons Motel
Standard Room

7. Lomond Lodge Motel & Apartments

Lomond Lodge Motel & Apartments
4.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (588 reviews)
"Could self serve with towels/toilet paper and tea vags etc avoiding need for someone to service room Excellent large comfortable bed"
Australia
Robyn
The price is NZ$329
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Lomond Lodge Motel & Apartments
Exterior

8. Bella Vista Queenstown

Bella Vista Queenstown
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (964 reviews)
"Great place to stay, super clean and comfortable and within walking distance of town. Great parking on site. Will stay again."
New Zealand
Karen
The price is NZ$201
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Bella Vista Queenstown
Mountain view

9. Earnslaw Lodge

Earnslaw Lodge
3.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (712 reviews)
"very good stay with amazing views"
Australia
Matthew
The price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Earnslaw Lodge
Room

10. Lakeside Motel - Queenstown

Lakeside Motel - Queenstown
2.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
7.4 out of 10, Good, (467 reviews)
"The bed was comfortable and the room had been refurbished."
Australia
Ann-Marie
The price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Lakeside Motel - Queenstown
Mountain View Manor | Garden view

11. Arrowtown Motel Apartments

Arrowtown Motel Apartments
4.5 star property
Arrowtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (542 reviews)
"Really nice place to spend a night in Arrowtown. Highly recommended."
Australia
Peter
The price is NZ$245
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Arrowtown Motel Apartments
Terrace/patio

12. Alexis Motels & Apartments

Alexis Motels & Apartments
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (692 reviews)
"Excellent room, very accommodating."
Australia
Felix
The price is NZ$255
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Alexis Motels & Apartments
Luxury Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Lake View

13. Luxe Suites and Apartments

Luxe Suites and Apartments
2.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (35 reviews)
"Great location, very clean"
Australia
Jayden
The price is NZ$322
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Luxe Suites and Apartments
Terrace/patio

14. Lakeview Colonial Motel

Lakeview Colonial Motel
3.5 star property
Queenstown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (87 reviews)
"Fab view, lovely room and our dog Shelby loved it"
Australia
David
The price is NZ$320
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Lakeview Colonial Motel
Shared kitchen facilities

15. Harvest Park Studios

Harvest Park Studios
3.5 star property
Cromwell
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (346 reviews)
"Perfect stay!!!"
Australia
Mathew
The price is NZ$125
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Harvest Park Studios
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Top Drift Bay Hotel Reviews

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

10/10 Excellent
"Had a great stay for skiing in Queenstown. The room is clean, and it was convenient to have a supermarket within walking distance"
Lachlan 4-night trip
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Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

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Drift Bay Motels information

Number of reviews
6,717
Accommodation
17 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$125
Highest Price
NZ$332

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Drift Bay?
If you're having a hard time finding motels in Drift Bay, allow Expedia help you find a motel or something similar from over 1943 accommodation choices in the larger area. Simply use our search tools to filter by price per night or money-saving amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transport.
What is a motel?
At many motels, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel property, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. The first motels popped up in the 1920s as a place to stay for the weary traveller taking a road trip along America's major roadways.
What are the best motels in Drift Bay?
Here you'll find some of our customers' top motels in the larger area. Blue Peaks Lodge is located 11.2 km from the heart of Drift Bay. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Queenstown Motel Apartments: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a kitchenette. Central Drift Bay is 6.8 mi (10.9 km) away. Amity Serviced Apartments: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from the heart of Drift Bay. Earnslaw Lodge: Central Drift Bay is 6.7 mi (10.8 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. Luxe Suites and Apartments: 7.2 mi (11.7 km) from the heart of Drift Bay. Enjoy access to the ski-in/ski-out access, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What things can I to do in Drift Bay?
Some outdoorsy places nearby include Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown Gardens and Queenstown Beach. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Kiwi Park, Queenstown Paintball and Alpine Aqualand. While you're exploring the area, consider visiting The Remarkables Ski Area, Remarkables Park Town Centre and Queenstown Mall.
What's the seasonal weather like in Drift Bay?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Drift Bay to help you plan yours. 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 are my options for getting around Drift Bay while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Drift Bay to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.), which is located 5.7 mi (9.2 km) away from the city centre. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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