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Cottages at Kinross
Tasting room

Cottages at Kinross

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (217)
"We appreciated the location, the accomodation, the service and the wine. All was exceptional and added value to our memorable trip to the South Island. "
The price is €140
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Cottages at Kinross
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
Remarkables View King

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (571)
"Great place and location "
The price is €117
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
Kamana Lakehouse
Building design

Kamana Lakehouse

4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (477)
"Great hotel and easy location"
The price is €161
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Kamana Lakehouse
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
Exterior

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (513)
"Great spot to stay "
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
Quest Queenstown
View from room

Quest Queenstown

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (391)
"Fantastic accommodation"
The price is €129
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Quest Queenstown
Villa del Lago
View from room

Villa del Lago

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (357)
"stunning lake view, property amenities like heated floors in bathrooms are really a nice touch in winter"
The price is €250
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Villa del Lago
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Restaurant

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1294)
"Great place, will be back!"
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Cardrona Hotel
Interior entrance

Cardrona Hotel

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (648)
"Great atmosphere."
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Cardrona Hotel
Harvest Park Studios
Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster

Harvest Park Studios

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (262)
"Always enjoy staying at Harvest Park. Will be back for sure. "
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Harvest Park Studios
Wyndham Garden Remarkables Park Queenstown
Lobby

Wyndham Garden Remarkables Park Queenstown

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (826)
"Good place and is really convenient for shopping, dining, and skiing. "
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Wyndham Garden Remarkables Park Queenstown
Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel
Tower Suite | Living area

Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (458)
"Good place to stay friendly staff and close to town "
The price is €202
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel
Sherwood Queenstown
Food and drink

Sherwood Queenstown

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (898)
"Loved the restaurant. Food was excellent."
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Sherwood Queenstown
Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa
Fireplace

Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (90)
"Great place to get away Bit of drive from town centre but "
The price is €312
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa
Holiday Inn Queenstown Frankton Road by IHG
View from room

Holiday Inn Queenstown Frankton Road by IHG

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Excellent Stay..Friendly Staff"
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Holiday Inn Queenstown Frankton Road by IHG
Rosewood Matakauri
Lake view

Rosewood Matakauri

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (16)
"Gorgeous property. Views that are memorable and unmatched. Exceptional staff. Amazing food. An all around fantastic experience! Highly recommend!"
The price is €1,014
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Rosewood Matakauri
Mi-pad Queenstown
Terrace/patio

Mi-pad Queenstown

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (800)
"Excellent, close to main drag and facilities were awesome "
The price is €127
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Mi-pad Queenstown
Highview Apartments
LCD TV

Highview Apartments

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (549)
"Great place to stay. Beautiful views and short walk to Queenstown. "
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Highview Apartments
Stoneridge Estate
Retreat, Lake view

Stoneridge Estate

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (67)
"Fantastic staff and stunning property and views."
The price is €375
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Stoneridge Estate
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park
View from room

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1074)
"We enjoyed our stay. The hotel was clean and tidy. The parking was a bit hard as there wasn’t allocated parking for each room. "
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park
DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown
Asian cuisine

DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown

4.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Great place to stay"
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown
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Top Drift Bay Hotel Reviews

Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG

Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Friendly helpful staff many whoese english was their first language..room service v good."
CHRISTOPHER 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Drift Bay?

Located 6.7 mi (10.8 km) from the heart of Drift Bay, Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good choices for your trip to the area are Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG and Kamana Lakehouse. 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?

Manata Lodge: This holiday home rental outside of Drift Bay is located on a river, and has a fireplace, a terrace and a BBQ 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 1 hot tub so that you can immerse yourself in your holiday. 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?

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown: Offers a seasonal outdoor pool, an indoor pool and a sauna. View all hotels with pools in Drift Bay.

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 5 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 Jacks Point Golf Course and The Remarkables Ski Area 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.