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Our top choices for Lake Wakatipu hotels

Matakauri Four Bedroom Villa | Living area
Rosewood Matakauri

Rosewood Matakauri

Rosewood Matakauri
5.0 star property
2.6 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (17)
"breath taking beauty"
Hong Kong SAR China
LIU
The price is €2,379
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Rosewood Matakauri
Snow and ski sports
The Spire Hotel Queenstown

The Spire Hotel Queenstown

The Spire Hotel Queenstown
5.0 star property
9.2 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (123)
"Full marks for the Spire Hotel! Great room, complimentary non-alcoholic drinks and snacks, complimentary breakfast, great staff. Really wonderful hotel! Thank you!"
United States
SHUNCHIEH
The price is €633
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2026
The Spire Hotel Queenstown
Front of property
The Dairy Hotel Queenstown, A Naumi Chapter

The Dairy Hotel Queenstown, A Naumi Chapter

The Dairy Hotel Queenstown, A Naumi Chapter
4.5 star property
9 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (357)
"Great location - just a street away from all the main hub by the lake side I have stayed at the Central hotel by the same group in my same trip, I think this one the location is even more central Clean room, love the amenities and the complimentary snacks Great service, the staff have been very helpful However, beware if you are staying at rooms close by the street - the noise from pedestrians passing by talking and the rubbish truck coming by at three in the morning was not nice"
Hong Kong SAR China
Ka Yu
The price is €234
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
The Dairy Hotel Queenstown, A Naumi Chapter
Bayview Suite
The Carlin Boutique Hotel

The Carlin Boutique Hotel

The Carlin Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
9.5 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (31)
"The Princess Suite was beautiful! The view of the lake and mountains from the balcony was breathtaking. The private hot tub and outdoor fireplace were amazing. The complimentary breakfast was delicious as well as the complimentary happy hour drinks. My husband and I loved staying here to end our honeymoon!"
United States
Stephanie
The price is €1,043
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2026
The Carlin Boutique Hotel
Luxury Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Lake View
Luxe Suites and Apartments

Luxe Suites and Apartments

Luxe Suites and Apartments
2.5 star property
9.3 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (11)
"Great stay, very well presented with all ammenities. Easy walk into the main shopping area. Highly recommended."
Australia
Roger
The price is €198
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Luxe Suites and Apartments
Exterior
QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown
5.0 star property
8.3 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (984)
"Location and the view are excellent. Love to stay there again "
Australia
Angela
The price is €392
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
QT Queenstown
Building design
Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse
4.5 star property
6.9 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (539)
"Beautiful views and very confortable rooms in a quiet neighborhood. Wish we could have stayed longer!"
United States
Wei-li
The price is €226
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2026
Kamana Lakehouse
Exterior
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
5.0 star property
11.2 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Beautiful hotel in a great location. "
United States
Sean
The price is €340
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Terrace/patio
Quest Queenstown

Quest Queenstown

Quest Queenstown
4.0 star property
15.7 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (433)
"Clean, quiet and secure. Great food nearby."
United States
BONNIE
The price is €199
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Quest Queenstown
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG
4.0 star property
9.4 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Very clean, very comfortable, plenty of amenities, excellent food and service."
United States
Brandy
The price is €175
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG
Interior
Blanket Bay

Blanket Bay

Blanket Bay
5.0 star property
26.1 km from Lake Wakatipu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (47)
"Best place we have stayed and the staff and management were second to none. "
Australia
Pasquale
The price is €1,868
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Blanket Bay
Remarkables View King
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
4.5 star property
15.8 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (650)
"Great staff and excellently clean room. Very happy with our stay and would stay again"
Australia
Jennifer
The price is €181
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
Exterior detail
The Central Hotel Queenstown, A Naumi Chapter

The Central Hotel Queenstown, A Naumi Chapter

The Central Hotel Queenstown, A Naumi Chapter
4.5 star property
9.3 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (457)
"It was lovely. The British fella at reception was ever so friendly and helpful. Very comfortable stay indeed. "
United Kingdom
Hristo
The price is €282
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
The Central Hotel Queenstown, A Naumi Chapter
Property grounds
Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
5.0 star property
24.3 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (741)
"Stunning relaxing vistas of surrounding mountains. Streams, wildlife and quaint village feel but still so peaceful."
Australia
Kevin
The price is €329
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Millbrook Resort
Terrace/patio
Mi-pad Queenstown

Mi-pad Queenstown

Mi-pad Queenstown
4.0 star property
9.3 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (859)
"The staff were friendly and room a decent size for a solo traveler that enjoys their space. Great location too. "
Australia
Ra-ees
The price is €169
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Mi-pad Queenstown
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Absoloot Hostel Queenstown

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
2.0 star property
9 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (152)
"I stay here often. The staff make the process easy, room is clean, location is great. "
Australia
Toni
The price is €218
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
Lake
Garden Court Suites And Apartments

Garden Court Suites And Apartments

Garden Court Suites And Apartments
4.5 star property
9.5 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1052)
"Friendly staff. Beautiful lake view. Well equipped. Comfortable stay. "
United States
Kit Yee Karen
The price is €254
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Garden Court Suites And Apartments
Exterior
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
4.5 star property
15.6 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (597)
"Courteous Staff and beautiful rooms "
United States
Benjamin
The price is €147
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
4.5 star property
7.6 km from Lake Wakatipu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"The property has lots of charm and friendly staff"
United States
Michael
The price is €265
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
Exterior
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside

Novotel Queenstown Lakeside

Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
4.0 star property
9.1 km from Lake Wakatipu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"We had a quick stay but it was exactly what we needed."
United States
Nicole
The price is €206
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
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Top Lake Wakatipu Hotel Reviews

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

10/10 Excellent
"Up on a hill north end of town. Beautiful lake views and quiet. Can walk into town, with bit of hill climb on the way back."
Thomas 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Hotels near other Lake Wakatipu attractions

Queenstown featuring mountains, landscape views and a lake or waterhole

Moke Lake

4.5/5 (99 reviews)
This beautiful lake is often overlooked by visitors to the area, making it an oasis for those looking for a more serene experience.
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Glen of Orchy, wandering around 🍁
Photo by Janie Ong
Open Photo by Janie Ong

Glenorchy Waterfront Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Glenorchy Waterfront Reserve, a lovely green space in Glenorchy. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's glaciers.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake Wakatipu?
If you're planning to come to the area to visit Lake Wakatipu, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. You'll find 204 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best place to stay near Lake Wakatipu?
Kamana Lakehouse is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Lake Wakatipu. Other good options within 5 miles include Rosewood Matakauri and Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Lake Wakatipu?
Expedia has 204 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Lake Wakatipu.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Wakatipu, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Lake Wakatipu.
What can I see and do near Lake Wakatipu?
Explore nature at Moke Lake and Mt Crichton Loop Track. If you're looking for something to do, plan a visit to Walter Peak High Country Farm, Mt Crichton Loop Track and Bob's Cove Track while you're in the area. You might also stop by Bob's Peak, located 5.4 mi from Lake Wakatipu, or Steamer Wharf which is 5.5 mi away.