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Our top choices for Drift Bay hotels

Remarkables View King | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

1. Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
4.5 star property
Frankton
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (817 reviews)
"Good location, well kept property and breakfast was good."
Australia
Bhavik
The price is ฿4,748
฿5,460 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
Exterior

2. La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,602 reviews)
"Very helpful staff, room was very clean"
Australia
Amanda
The price is ฿4,621
฿5,314 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Breakfast and dinner served

3. Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
4.5 star property
Frankton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (725 reviews)
"We stayed for 2 nights, excellent staff, helpful people."
Australia
Soni
The price is ฿4,490
฿5,163 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
Terrace/patio

4. Quest Queenstown

Quest Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (502 reviews)
"Nice and clean room with wonderful amenities. Very friendly staff."
Australia
Ranveer
The price is ฿4,080
฿4,692 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Quest Queenstown
Lobby

5. Wyndham Garden Remarkables Park Queenstown

Wyndham Garden Remarkables Park Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (935 reviews)
"Compact room and bathroom, but comfortable. Okay for short stay and convenient for airport. Parking a bit awkward - went out for dinner and then there was absolutely no parking anywhere near (despite a very large pay car park close by)."
Australia
Robin
The price is ฿4,097
฿4,712 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Wyndham Garden Remarkables Park Queenstown
Luxury Double Room, Jetted Tub, Lake View | Bathroom | Separate bathtub and shower, jetted bath, rainfall showerhead

6. Azur Luxury Lodge

Azur Luxury Lodge
5.0 star property
Sunshine Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (91 reviews)
"BEAUTIFUL property, incredible views from every room. Amazing staff. Truly 1000/10 experience and would come back. "
United States
Maya
The price is ฿29,367
฿33,772 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Azur Luxury Lodge
Exterior

7. Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Kawarau Falls
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Hayat Ali the Night Manager was very Courteous and helpful. He share good information about Queenstown. And was very polite and helpful."
United States
MohamedAmin
The price is ฿5,790
฿6,659 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Retreat, Lake view | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk

8. Stoneridge Estate

Stoneridge Estate
5.0 star property
Lake Hayes
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (90 reviews)
"Helpful staff. Amazing food. Quiet and peaceful place."
United States
Ever John
The price is ฿13,410
฿15,422 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Stoneridge Estate
Property grounds

9. Driftaway Queenstown

Driftaway Queenstown
2.0 star property
Frankton
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Fantastic views"
Australia
Paul
Driftaway Queenstown
View from room

10. Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park
4.0 star property
Frankton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,181 reviews)
"It was a splurge but worth the price to stay in a relaxing, well appointed room!"
United States
Cindy
The price is ฿4,604
฿5,294 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park
Building design

11. Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse
4.5 star property
Fernhill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (663 reviews)
"Great Stay, very helpful staff!"
Australia
Rubashnee
The price is ฿7,617
฿8,759 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Kamana Lakehouse
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

12. Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
4.5 star property
Queenstown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,033 reviews)
"Great stay, room was comfortable and breakfast was great"
Australia
SungEun
The price is ฿4,863
฿5,592 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV

13. DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown

DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown
4.5 star property
Kawarau Falls
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Shane
The price is ฿4,428
฿5,093 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown
Large Studio Apartment | View from room

14. Manata Lodge

Manata Lodge
4.0 star property
Lower Shotover
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (197 reviews)
"Amazing stay at this little slice of paradise! "
Australia
Joren
The price is ฿5,027
฿5,781 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Manata Lodge
Golf

15. Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,017 reviews)
"Great accommodation and facilities. Bus stop outside."
Australia
John Stephen
The price is ฿6,584
฿7,572 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

16. Sherwood Queenstown

Sherwood Queenstown
4.0 star property
Queenstown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great ambiance & fantastic restaurant."
Canada
Cory
The price is ฿4,532
฿5,212 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Sherwood Queenstown
Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

17. 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 ฿5,738
฿6,599 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront
King Studio Apartment | Lake view

18. Melbourne Lodge

Melbourne Lodge
3.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (832 reviews)
"Great location clean and warm"
Australia
Joseph
The price is ฿3,336
฿3,837 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Melbourne Lodge
Exterior

19. voco Queenstown by IHG

voco Queenstown by IHG
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent location and friendly staff."
Australia
Wendell
The price is ฿6,129
฿7,048 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
voco Queenstown by IHG
Exterior

20. Swiss-Belresort Coronet Peak

Swiss-Belresort Coronet Peak
3.0 star property
Arthur's Point
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (555 reviews)
"average stay with spacious room and okay breakfast"
Australia
Wulan
The price is ฿3,870
฿4,451 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Swiss-Belresort Coronet Peak
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A calm lake surrounded by lush green hills and mountains.
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Top Drift Bay Hotel Reviews

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent staff Super hospitality Great buffet breakfast Gym is limited to number so we didn’t manage to get a key for it Love the tabac n cedar wood hand n body wash with matching shampoo; conditioner and hand n body lotion. Thoroughly enjoyed the alpine view from our King room"
Dollice Gek Siang 3-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

More cheap stays in Drift Bay

Hampshire Holiday Parks - Arrowtown

Hampshire Holiday Parks - Arrowtown

12B Centennial Avenue Arrowtown
The price is ฿1,701 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
฿1,701
฿1,956 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (96 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Drift Bay?
Located 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from the heart of Drift Bay, La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good choices for your trip to the area are Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central 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: Features 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 4 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 The Remarkables Ski Area and Remarkables Park Town Centre 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.