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Our top choices for Drift Bay hotels

Matakauri Four Bedroom Villa | Living area | LCD TV, DVD player, heated floors

1. Rosewood Matakauri

Rosewood Matakauri
5.0 star property
Closeburn
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"Wow! An amazing experience at a beautiful property, with outstanding service. We stayed for 2 nights at the end of our travels in NZ, and this was truly the highlight of our trip. The setting is stunning, the food is outstanding, and the room is beautiful. But the staff are what make the place really special. Over the years, we have stayed in excellent hotels around the world, and this one ranks among the best. Exclusive, exquisite, and refined. Highly recommended."
Canada
Tanja
The price is AED 3,693
AED 4,247 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Rosewood Matakauri
Luxury Lakeview Villa with Jetted Tub | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, jetted tub, rainfall showerhead, hair dryer

2. Azur Luxury Lodge

Azur Luxury Lodge
5.0 star property
Sunshine Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (91 reviews)
"BEAUTIFUL property, incredible views from every room. Amazing staff. Truly 1000/10 experience and would come back. "
United States
Maya
The price is AED 3,122
AED 3,591 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Azur Luxury Lodge
Private 3 Bedroom Duplex | Living room | Flat-screen TV, Netflix, streaming services

3. Mountain, lake, sun and this beautiful home

Mountain, lake, sun and this beautiful home
4.0 star property
Fernhill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (8 reviews)
"Comfortable stay with great location and easy booking."
Australia
Maricel
The price is AED 991
AED 1,549 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Mountain, lake, sun and this beautiful home
Family Apartment | Balcony

4. Aspen Getaway

Aspen Getaway
3.0 star property
Fernhill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (9 reviews)
"It was a nice place "
Australia
Shaun
The price is AED 651
AED 748 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Aspen Getaway
Building design

5. Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse
4.5 star property
Fernhill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (663 reviews)
"Great Stay, very helpful staff!"
Australia
Rubashnee
The price is AED 826
AED 950 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Kamana Lakehouse
2 restaurants; breakfast and dinner served

6. Mercure Queenstown Resort

Mercure Queenstown Resort
4.0 star property
Fernhill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great rooms and breakfast"
Australia
Kelli
The price is AED 599
AED 689 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Mercure Queenstown Resort
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

7. Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
4.5 star property
Queenstown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,036 reviews)
"Great stay, room was comfortable and breakfast was great"
Australia
SungEun
The price is AED 539
AED 620 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
Apartment | Living area | Smart TV, Netflix, streaming services

8. LOMOND RETREAT - NEAR CBD EXECUTIVE APARTMENT

LOMOND RETREAT - NEAR CBD EXECUTIVE APARTMENT
4.0 star property
Queenstown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Great location. Usual steep walk back from town as almost everywhere in Queenstown, but relatively short. Amazing panoramic views & facilities. Very Spacious, clean and luxurious. Would stay again."
Australia
Greg
LOMOND RETREAT - NEAR CBD EXECUTIVE APARTMENT
LCD TV

9. Highview Apartments

Highview Apartments
3.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (686 reviews)
"The views from the Lake View Apartments were phenomenal. Very clean and cosy."
Australia
Kim
The price is AED 475
AED 551 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sep - 4 Sep
Highview Apartments
Lake view

10. Peppers Beacon Queenstown

Peppers Beacon Queenstown
4.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,306 reviews)
"It was at good location. Beautiful!!"
Australia
Farheen
The price is AED 742
AED 853 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Peppers Beacon Queenstown
Exterior

11. The Beacon - 2 Bedroom Town Center Apartment

The Beacon - 2 Bedroom Town Center Apartment
3.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (13 reviews)
"Good location and nice BBQ area on site"
New Zealand
Kelly
The price is AED 980
AED 1,456 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
The Beacon - 2 Bedroom Town Center Apartment
Exterior

12. QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Wonderful staff. "
Australia
I-Lyn
The price is AED 849
AED 976 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
QT Queenstown
Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

13. Lakeside Motel - Queenstown

Lakeside Motel - Queenstown
2.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
7.4 out of 10, Good, (466 reviews)
"The bed was comfortable and the room had been refurbished."
Australia
Ann-Marie
The price is AED 473
AED 544 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Lakeside Motel - Queenstown
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

14. Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Amazing stay, will definitely stay there again!"
Australia
Austin James
The price is AED 758
AED 872 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
Bar (on property)

15. Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG

Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG
4.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, close to restaurants, nightlife and daily activities."
Australia
Kylie
The price is AED 935
AED 1,075 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG
Exterior

16. Novotel Queenstown Lakeside

Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location."
Australia
Charles
The price is AED 665
AED 764 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
Front of property

17. 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 AED 599
AED 689 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Coronation Lodge
Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

18. Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront

Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Hotel on the older side and probably needs an upgrade although the room size and bathroom were very generous, great location 5 minute walk to the CBD view from balcony was amazing, could see the remarkables and the lake"
Australia
Albert
The price is AED 610
AED 702 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront
Golf

19. Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,023 reviews)
"Great accommodation and facilities. Bus stop outside."
Australia
John Stephen
The price is AED 656
AED 754 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
Exterior detail

20. The Central Hotel Queenstown, A Naumi Chapter

The Central Hotel Queenstown, A Naumi Chapter
4.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (483 reviews)
"Was a perfect stay, staff were 5 stars. Only down fall was the bathroom was a bit small for the amount I paid. But other than that was great."
Australia
Phillipa
The price is AED 1,022
AED 1,175 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
The Central Hotel Queenstown, A Naumi Chapter
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Top Drift Bay Hotel Reviews

Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

8/10 Good
"overall is great especially friendly staff and not pricey in room meal delivery. Free carpark as well with first in first serve basis. Just a big aging look and location wise need drive to mostly all amenities."
Li Yong 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

More cheap stays in Drift Bay

Hampshire Holiday Parks - Arrowtown

Hampshire Holiday Parks - Arrowtown

12B Centennial Avenue Arrowtown
The price is AED 160 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
AED 160
AED 184 total
1 Sep - 2 Sep
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (96 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Drift Bay?
Located 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from the heart of Drift Bay, La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown is a top choice for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good choices for your trip to the area are Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central and Kamana Lakehouse. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Drift Bay.
What are some of the best vacation home rentals that Drift Bay has to offer?
Manata Lodge: Visitors like this Drift Bay vacation home rental. It is located on a river and has a fireplace, a terrace, and a barbecue grill 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 a hot tub so you can immerse yourself in your vacation. See all vacation rentals in Drift Bay.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Drift Bay, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Drift Bay.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Drift Bay?
To access more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Drift Bay, head over to our customer service page.
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.
How is it staying in Drift Bay?
Visitors are sure to enjoy all that Drift Bay has to offer. In Drift Bay, there are 4 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Drift Bay.
What should I do while I'm visiting Drift Bay?
A favorite place to visit is Lake Wakatipu. You'll also find The Remarkables Ski Area and Remarkables Park Town Centre in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Drift Bay guide.
What's the seasonal weather like in Drift Bay?
The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 55°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 37°F. Average annual precipitation for Drift Bay is 59 inches.