Top 10 Hotels in Drift Bay from SAR 251 - Competitive Prices

Our top choices for Drift Bay hotels

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

Rosewood Matakauri

Closeburn

"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."

Tanja

SAR 4,174 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jul - 15 Jul

Private 3 Bedroom Duplex | Outdoor dining

Mountain, lake, sun and this sensational home

Fernhill

Todd

SAR 1,844 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Jul - 19 Jul

Kamana Lakehouse

Fernhill

Roxanne

SAR 1,037 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Jul - 28 Jul

2 restaurants; breakfast and dinner served

Mercure Queenstown Resort

Fernhill

Lanchun

SAR 630 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Queenstown

Khevana

SAR 613 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Jul - 16 Jul

Highview Apartments

Queenstown City Centre

Heather

SAR 555 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

Peppers Beacon Queenstown

Queenstown City Centre

Melissa

SAR 902 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

The Beacon - 2 Bedroom Town Center Apartment

Queenstown City Centre

Kelly

SAR 1,943 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Jul - 16 Jul

THE BEACON - TOWN CENTER APARTMENT 622

Queenstown City Centre

Santokh Singh

SAR 1,898 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Jul - 25 Jul

QT Queenstown

Queenstown City Centre

BENJAMIN

SAR 1,207 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Jul - 24 Jul

Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Lakeside Motel - Queenstown

Queenstown City Centre

Ann-Marie

SAR 422 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jul - 21 Jul

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

Queenstown City Centre

Tristan

SAR 940 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jul - 22 Jul

Penthouse 2 bedroom, Lake view | Living area | 40-inch TV with satellite channels, fireplace

The Waterfront

Queenstown City Centre

HAYDN

SAR 1,238 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jul - 22 Jul

Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG

Queenstown City Centre

Billy

SAR 1,106 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

Novotel Queenstown Lakeside

Queenstown City Centre

Cem

SAR 819 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

Coronation Lodge

Queenstown City Centre

Michele

SAR 681 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Jul - 19 Jul

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront

Queenstown City Centre

Albert

SAR 742 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Jul - 28 Jul

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Queenstown City Centre

Sophie

SAR 831 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

The Central Hotel Queenstown, A Naumi Chapter

Queenstown City Centre

Alyssia

SAR 864 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Jul - 3 Jul

The Spire Hotel Queenstown

Queenstown City Centre

Laura

SAR 4,314 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

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Check out the local area in Drift Bay as you venture to sights like Lake Wakatipu.

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A calm lake surrounded by lush green hills and mountains.

Top Drift Bay Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. Great breakfast. Friendly staff"

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

10/10 Excellent

"Great location. We enjoyed terrific views from the 2 bed apartment on the top floor. Friendly staff, comfortable beds etc. Would pay the extra and book an underground parking spot as tricky to find free street parking (also meant you were saved de-icing the car every morning!) Our room got quite cold (perhaps too floor not well insulated?) which mean we had heaters running most of the time. Living area for 2 bed apartment very small, and only a tiny couch that barely fit 2 people, so if you had 4 adults it would quite impractical. Electric blankets on beds made it cozy for sleeping."

Kamana Lakehouse

10/10 Excellent

"This property is stunning and luxurious. Staff are awesome and friendly. The food was devine, we had the breakfast and tried the set menu for dinner. Get in early for your spa bookings. Stayed for 3 nights to celebrate my partners birthday, not somewhere that I’d normally stay due to cost but was so worth every penny."

Mercure Queenstown Resort

8/10 Good

"The view from our room was to die for. The hotel is elevated and so even though it’s only about a kilometre or two into town, it’s a bit of a trek down a steep icy road to get to the lake. The room said it had 2 double beds but they were actually 2 queen beds which was a nice surprise. The big let down about this restaurant were the breakfasts. As there are no cafes nearby, we thought we would eat at the hotel buffet for brekkie. Again, the views were to die for. Everything else was pretty poor. Every time we went to the buffet something was empty. There were no cups to get coffee and no glasses to get cold drinks. We mentioned something to the front desk and were told it was hard to get good staff. Actually, the staff were working non-stop, almost running to do everything that needed to be done. However, there was only one person on the floor and one person at check-in. We said we would give it a go the next day, but unfortunately it was even worse. The issue seems to be understaffing, not the staff themselves. Spending about $175 on breakfast over 2 days, we were sorely disappointed. I also mentioned on checkout that we had had a lovely stay but were sorely disappointed in the breakfasts. The lady just said, ok!"

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

8/10 Good

"Parking is a real issue. There is a parking garage for the same cost as the outside parking, but it can be hard to see. The free on street parking is very limited. In addition, there was a wood burning fireplace that spread smoke smell throughout our entire building from basement to 2nd floor. It actually made our room hazy and irritated our throats. The smoke was an issue for all three nights. The hotel is also a solid 15 minute drive to downtown Queenstown."

More cheap stays in Drift Bay

The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers

39 Robins Rd Queenstown

SAR 333

SAR 383 total

3 Jul - 4 Jul

includes taxes & fees

8.4/10 Very Good! (127 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 traveler data. Other good choices for your trip to the area are Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central and Blue Peaks Lodge. 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 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.

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Our top choices for Drift Bay hotels

Rosewood Matakauri

Mountain, lake, sun and this sensational home

Kamana Lakehouse

Mercure Queenstown Resort

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Highview Apartments

Peppers Beacon Queenstown

The Beacon - 2 Bedroom Town Center Apartment

THE BEACON - TOWN CENTER APARTMENT 622

QT Queenstown

Lakeside Motel - Queenstown

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

The Waterfront

Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG

Novotel Queenstown Lakeside

Coronation Lodge

Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

The Central Hotel Queenstown, A Naumi Chapter

The Spire Hotel Queenstown

Learn more about Drift Bay

Top Drift Bay Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG

More cheap stays in Drift Bay

The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers

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