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Our top choices for Lake Wakatipu hotels

A row of cabins with a mountain backdrop and a hot air balloon in the sky.

1. Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
5.0 star property
24.3 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (784 reviews)
"Space to walk, restaurants, gym and pool. Lovely environment"
Australia
Peter
The price is €346
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Millbrook Resort
A balcony with a table and chairs, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.

2. Quest Queenstown

Quest Queenstown
4.0 star property
15.7 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (528 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
AGUSTIN
The price is €135
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Quest Queenstown
A modern building with a central atrium, large windows, and a view of a lake and mountains.

3. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Couldn’t fault a thing about The Rees! The accomodation was fantastic as was the staff and food. The shuttle bus that takes you into the heart of Queenstown was really handy as well. Will definitely stay there again on our next visit."
Australia
Kelly
The price is €358
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
A modern dining area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of mountains and a lake.

4. Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse
4.5 star property
6.9 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (701 reviews)
"Nice place to relax and stay"
United States
Mingjun
The price is €221
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Kamana Lakehouse
A room with a grey sofa, a small table, and a window overlooking a mountainous landscape.

5. Hampshire Holiday Parks - Arrowtown

Hampshire Holiday Parks - Arrowtown
2.0 star property
26.1 km from Lake Wakatipu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (105 reviews)
"Ideal spot, clean and lovely room with friendly staff."
United Kingdom
Calum
The price is €39
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hampshire Holiday Parks - Arrowtown
An outdoor seating area with wooden benches and cushions, a glass wall, and string lights.

6. Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
4.5 star property
15.8 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (902 reviews)
"Great place to stay and very friendly staff!"
Australia
Caroline
The price is €162
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
A modern bar area with seating, a counter with a logo, and a view of the outside.

7. 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, (772 reviews)
"Great stay!"
Australia
Isaac
The price is €163
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
A modern building with a circular window and a view of a lake and mountains.

8. QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown
5.0 star property
8.3 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay at the modern, artsy QT Queenstown! The views from the bar are incredible and the staff is very welcoming and kind!"
United States
Emily
The price is €301
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
QT Queenstown
A hallway with a view of mountains through large windows, a chandelier, and floral arrangements on either side.

9. Hulbert House

Hulbert House
5.0 star property
9.4 km from Lake Wakatipu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Charming room, great staff, valet parking, location perfect"
United States
Masakazu
The price is €633
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hulbert House
A balcony with a table set for breakfast overlooking a mountain and lake.

10. Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
4.5 star property
7.5 km from Lake Wakatipu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,014 reviews)
"Great hotel to stay in. Its a little old but none the less a great hotel. The guy at the bar was really great and gave wonderful service. Would stay again."
Australia
Nicole
The price is €180
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
A mountainous landscape with a lake, a small settlement, and dense forest.

11. Sherwood Queenstown

Sherwood Queenstown
4.0 star property
12.1 km from Lake Wakatipu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel with nice staff"
United States
Samira
The price is €170
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Sherwood Queenstown
A town with a lake, mountains, and a mix of modern and traditional buildings.

12. voco Queenstown by IHG

voco Queenstown by IHG
4.5 star property
9.4 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great position and very walkable into and back from town centre."
Australia
Phillip Daniel
The price is €214
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
voco Queenstown by IHG
A room with a large window, a wooden deck, a white bathtub, and a chair.

13. Coronet Ridge Resort

Coronet Ridge Resort
5.0 star property
14 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (49 reviews)
"Great location and beautiful hotel and view. Would definitely stay again."
Australia
Kimberley
The price is €386
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Coronet Ridge Resort
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14. Headwaters Glenorchy Eco Lodge

Headwaters Glenorchy Eco Lodge
5.0 star property
27.6 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
"Outstanding accommodation and exceptional staff"
Australia
Graham
The price is €276
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Headwaters Glenorchy Eco Lodge
A snow-covered ski slope with a town in the valley below, surrounded by mountains.

15. The Spire Hotel Queenstown

The Spire Hotel Queenstown
5.0 star property
9.2 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (130 reviews)
"Spire Hotel was an absolute delight! The location is fantastic, catering to both city dwellers and outdoor enthusiasts. The room was superb, offering a beautiful view, comfort, and cleanliness. The breakfast was simply amazing, and the staff treated us with exceptional personal attention and genuine friendliness."
United States
Maria
The price is €720
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
The Spire Hotel Queenstown
A terrace with white bar stools and tables overlooking a mountainous landscape and a body of water.

16. Mi-pad Queenstown

Mi-pad Queenstown
4.0 star property
9.3 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice one to stay, very close to city center."
Australia
Yujia
The price is €192
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Mi-pad Queenstown
A modern two-story house with a stone facade, large windows, and a well-maintained lawn with a palm tree.

17. Queenstown Motel Apartments

Queenstown Motel Apartments
4.0 star property
9.6 km from Lake Wakatipu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (734 reviews)
"Unit was very clean , very comfortable all round. Would stay again."
Australia
Martin
The price is €143
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Queenstown Motel Apartments
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18. Novotel Queenstown Lakeside

Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
4.0 star property
9.1 km from Lake Wakatipu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"This property is well situated, clean and friendly staff. The rooms are average but comfortable, clean and warm."
Australia
Mark
The price is €203
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
A hotel with multiple floors, balconies, and a parking lot.

19. Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa

Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa
5.0 star property
9 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (754 reviews)
"Club benefits were great!"
Australia
Sonia
The price is €306
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of mountains, and a cityscape.

20. Luxe Suites and Apartments

Luxe Suites and Apartments
4.5 star property
9.3 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 reviews)
"Great location, very clean"
Australia
Jayden
The price is €207
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Luxe Suites and Apartments
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Compare top hotels near Lake Wakatipu

A row of cabins with a mountain backdrop and a hot air balloon in the sky.

Millbrook Resort

5.0 star property
24.3 km from Lake Wakatipu
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A balcony with a table and chairs, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.

Quest Queenstown

4.0 star property
15.7 km from Lake Wakatipu
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A modern building with a central atrium, large windows, and a view of a lake and mountains.

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

5.0 star property
11.2 km from Lake Wakatipu
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A modern dining area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of mountains and a lake.

Kamana Lakehouse

4.5 star property
6.9 km from Lake Wakatipu
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A room with a grey sofa, a small table, and a window overlooking a mountainous landscape.

Hampshire Holiday Parks - Arrowtown

2.0 star property
26.1 km from Lake Wakatipu
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9.8
Exceptional
784 reviews
9.6
Exceptional
528 reviews
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
701 reviews
8.6
Excellent
105 reviews
The price is €346
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
The price is €135
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
The price is €358
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
The price is €221
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
The price is €39
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
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Top Lake Wakatipu Hotel Reviews

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

10/10 Excellent
"Great place, bath is a bit odd. But other than that it’s a phenomenal place, would stay there again. Be prepared for a lot of stairs. lol."
Andrew 7-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Other attractions near Lake Wakatipu

A lake surrounded by mountains, with people relaxing on the shore.

Moke Lake

9.0/10 (101 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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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 234 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 234 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 Skyline Luge which is 5.4 mi away.