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Matakauri Four Bedroom Villa | Living area | LCD TV, DVD player, iPod dock, MP3 dock

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 SARĀ 4,063
SARĀ 4,673 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Rosewood Matakauri
Private 3 Bedroom Duplex | Outdoor dining

Mountain, lake, sun and this sensational home

Mountain, lake, sun and this sensational home
4.0 star property
Fernhill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (9 reviews)
"Great view and good size rooms."
Australia
Todd
The price is SARĀ 1,246
SARĀ 1,839 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Mountain, lake, sun and this sensational home
Building design

Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse
4.5 star property
Fernhill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (653 reviews)
"Great stay!!!! Will definitely be back :)"
Australia
Roxanne
The price is SARĀ 908
SARĀ 1,044 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Kamana Lakehouse
2 restaurants; breakfast and dinner served

Mercure Queenstown Resort

Mercure Queenstown Resort
4.0 star property
Fernhill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and free hot breakfast. Great location."
United States
Lanchun
The price is SARĀ 564
SARĀ 648 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Mercure Queenstown Resort
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
4.5 star property
Queenstown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,030 reviews)
"Nice stay"
Australia
Khevana
The price is SARĀ 534
SARĀ 614 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
LCD TV

Highview Apartments

Highview Apartments
3.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (677 reviews)
"Great accomodation and the spa pool was amazing."
Australia
Heather
The price is SARĀ 447
SARĀ 522 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Highview Apartments
Lake view

Peppers Beacon Queenstown

Peppers Beacon Queenstown
4.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,302 reviews)
"Beautiful apartment. Great nodes of the Lake. Convenient to restaurants and shopping. Checkin and parking was vo fun as to where to go."
United States
Melissa
The price is SARĀ 787
SARĀ 905 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Peppers Beacon Queenstown
Exterior

The Beacon - 2 Bedroom Town Center Apartment

The Beacon - 2 Bedroom Town Center Apartment
3.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11 reviews)
"Good location and nice BBQ area on site"
New Zealand
Kelly
The Beacon - 2 Bedroom Town Center Apartment
Exterior

THE BEACON - TOWN CENTER APARTMENT 622

THE BEACON - TOWN CENTER APARTMENT 622
3.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
7.6 out of 10, Good, (8 reviews)
"Great stay "
Australia
Santokh Singh
The price is SARĀ 1,162
SARĀ 1,909 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
THE BEACON - TOWN CENTER APARTMENT 622
Exterior

QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"great hotel and location "
Canada
BENJAMIN
The price is SARĀ 1,002
SARĀ 1,153 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
QT Queenstown
Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Lakeside Motel - Queenstown

Lakeside Motel - Queenstown
2.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
7.4 out of 10, Good, (459 reviews)
"The bed was comfortable and the room had been refurbished."
Australia
Ann-Marie
The price is SARĀ 410
SARĀ 472 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Lakeside Motel - Queenstown
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

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)
"Great stay. "
Australia
Tristan
The price is SARĀ 820
SARĀ 943 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
Penthouse 2 bedroom, Lake view | Living area | 40-inch TV with satellite channels, fireplace

The Waterfront

The Waterfront
3.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (368 reviews)
"Great sized room Great location"
Australia
HAYDN
The price is SARĀ 1,080
SARĀ 1,242 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
The Waterfront
Bar (on property)

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, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent staff and fantastic location."
Australia
Billy
The price is SARĀ 839
SARĀ 965 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG
Exterior

Novotel Queenstown Lakeside

Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great friendly staff, valet service is great. Comfy beds and great location A+++"
Australia
Cem
The price is SARĀ 612
SARĀ 704 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
Front of property

Coronation Lodge

Coronation Lodge
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (477 reviews)
"Great value for money with a very short walk to Queenstown gardens, CBD and waterfront."
Australia
Michele
The price is SARĀ 597
SARĀ 687 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Coronation Lodge
Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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, (1,000 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 SARĀ 638
SARĀ 734 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront
Golf

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Sophie
The price is SARĀ 695
SARĀ 799 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
Exterior detail

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, (478 reviews)
"Everything was perfect ! "
United Kingdom
Alyssia
The price is SARĀ 834
SARĀ 959 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
The Central Hotel Queenstown, A Naumi Chapter
Snow and ski sports

The Spire Hotel Queenstown

The Spire Hotel Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (129 reviews)
"Staff were gracious and professional. View and amenities were superb. "
United States
Laura
The price is SARĀ 3,762
SARĀ 4,326 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
The Spire Hotel Queenstown
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A calm lake surrounded by lush green hills and mountains.
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Top Drift Bay Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG

8/10 Good
"Standard but tasty breakfast buffet. Great location but note that thereā€™s a pretty steep hill to get back from the centre of town. Friendly staff and incredible view when you walk out the door."
Danielle 3-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG

More cheap stays in Drift Bay

Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

5-11 Church Street Queenstown
The price is SARĀ 392 per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
SARĀ 392
SARĀ 455 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (767 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Drift Bay?
Located 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from the heart of Drift Bay, Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central is a top choice for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good choices for your trip to the area are Kamana Lakehouse 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 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 Jacks Point Golf Course and The Remarkables Ski Area 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 55Ā°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 37Ā°F. Average annual precipitation for Drift Bay is 59 inches.