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Our top choices for Lake Wakatipu hotels

An outdoor seating area with wooden benches and cushions, a glass wall, and string lights.

1. Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
4.5 star property
15.8 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (897 reviews)
"Great place to stay and very friendly staff!"
Australia
Caroline
The price is ￥17,784
￥20,622 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
A modern building with a circular window and a view of a lake and mountains.

2. QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown
5.0 star property
8.3 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 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 ￥40,833
￥46,958 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
QT Queenstown
A balcony with a table and chairs, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.

3. Quest Queenstown

Quest Queenstown
4.0 star property
15.7 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (526 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
AGUSTIN
The price is ￥17,870
￥20,551 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Quest Queenstown
A modern bar area with seating, a counter with a logo, and a view of the outside.

4. 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, (768 reviews)
"Great stay!"
Australia
Isaac
The price is ￥19,985
￥22,983 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
A room with a large window, a wooden deck, a white bathtub, and a chair.

5. 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 ￥51,014
￥58,666 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Coronet Ridge Resort
A balcony with a table set for breakfast overlooking a mountain and lake.

6. Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
4.5 star property
7.5 km from Lake Wakatipu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,021 reviews)
"Staff were great"
Canada
Ron
The price is ￥29,316
￥33,713 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
A modern building with a central atrium, large windows, and a view of a lake and mountains.

7. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Perfect trip!"
Australia
Yuxuan
The price is ￥49,431
￥56,846 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
A modern hotel with a central courtyard, surrounded by residential buildings, with a mountain range in the background.

8. voco Queenstown by IHG

voco Queenstown by IHG
4.5 star property
9.4 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great position and very walkable into and back from town centre."
Australia
Phillip Daniel
The price is ￥28,137
￥32,357 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
voco Queenstown by IHG
A room with a grey sofa, a small table, and a window overlooking a mountainous landscape.

9. 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 ￥4,995
￥6,045 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Hampshire Holiday Parks - Arrowtown
A modern living room with a stone wall, a sofa, a chair, a glass coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

10. DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown

DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown
4.5 star property
14.2 km from Lake Wakatipu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Shane
The price is ￥25,513
￥29,340 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown
A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

11. La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
4.0 star property
16 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,686 reviews)
"Best stay"
Australia
Rachhdeep
The price is ￥19,197
￥22,077 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
A riverside hotel with modern architecture, a walking path, and a view of mountains.

12. Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
14.1 km from Lake Wakatipu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Absolutely loved the breakfast daily, fresh food, great variety and the staff were all so lovely and helpful. Rooms were cleaned well and beds made daily with fresh towels. Great location by the lake."
Australia
Kacie
The price is ￥30,104
￥34,620 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
A sign for the Coronation Hotel Reception with a clear sky and cherry blossoms in the background.

13. Coronation Lodge

Coronation Lodge
4.0 star property
9.3 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (479 reviews)
"Great value for money with a very short walk to Queenstown gardens, CBD and waterfront."
Australia
Michele
The price is ￥32,291
￥37,135 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Coronation Lodge
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of a lake through a large window.

14. Holiday Inn Queenstown Frankton Road by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Frankton Road by IHG
4.0 star property
12.3 km from Lake Wakatipu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"great location, lake view accommodation....good buffet breakfast with great service"
Australia
jignesh
The price is ￥22,474
￥25,845 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Holiday Inn Queenstown Frankton Road by IHG
A row of cabins with a mountain backdrop and a hot air balloon in the sky.

15. Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
5.0 star property
24.3 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (782 reviews)
"Space to walk, restaurants, gym and pool. Lovely environment"
Australia
Peter
The price is ￥50,047
￥58,033 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Millbrook Resort
A mountainous landscape with a lake, a small settlement, and dense forest.

16. Sherwood Queenstown

Sherwood Queenstown
4.0 star property
12.1 km from Lake Wakatipu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent comfortable rooms. Great location and a true NZ vibe"
Australia
Ben
The price is ￥17,136
￥19,706 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Sherwood Queenstown
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in dishwasher, and a central island with a sink. There is a dining area with a sofa and a TV in the background.

17. Swiss-Belvillas Coronet Peak

Swiss-Belvillas Coronet Peak
4.0 star property
14.1 km from Lake Wakatipu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (18 reviews)
"Nice stay"
Australia
Roneel Saten
The price is ￥19,683
￥22,665 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Swiss-Belvillas Coronet Peak
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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, (1,004 reviews)
"awesome helpful staff, beautiful location, great coffee and so close to the lake and town"
Australia
TASH
The price is ￥30,787
￥35,405 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
A dining table with breakfast items and a view of a lake and mountains.

19. Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
5.0 star property
8.5 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Perfect place. Great location. Staff and bar were fantastic."
United States
Melissa
The price is ￥37,145
￥42,717 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, an elevator, a reception desk, and a large forest mural on the wall.

20. Wyndham Garden Queenstown

Wyndham Garden Queenstown
4.0 star property
15.7 km from Lake Wakatipu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (965 reviews)
"Great location, views and room as described. Easy check-in and check-out and handy facilities."
Australia
Mark
The price is ￥18,981
￥21,828 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Wyndham Garden Queenstown
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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Wakatipu

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
An outdoor seating area with wooden benches and cushions, a glass wall, and string lights.
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
897 reviews
View
A modern building with a circular window and a view of a lake and mountains.
QT Queenstown
5.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
View
A balcony with a table and chairs, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.
Quest Queenstown
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
526 reviews
View
A modern bar area with seating, a counter with a logo, and a view of the outside.
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
4.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
768 reviews
View
A room with a large window, a wooden deck, a white bathtub, and a chair.
Coronet Ridge Resort
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
49 reviews
View

Top Lake Wakatipu Hotel Reviews

QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown

10/10 Excellent
"This hotel brought a unique touch compared to my experience across many hotels. Location was great, views were fantastic. Felt a personal touch through the free surprise offerings each day. Hotel was also clean with great vibes. Would revisit and skip on trying a new accomm around Queenstown"
Raymond 4-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
QT 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 hotel to stay near Lake Wakatipu?
Kamana Lakehouse is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler 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 should I expect to find near Lake Wakatipu?
Expedia has 234 hotels and other accommodations 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, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Lake Wakatipu.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Lake Wakatipu?
For additional details about updating your stay near Lake Wakatipu or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.
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 (8.6 km) from Lake Wakatipu, or Skyline Luge which is 5.4 mi (8.6 km) away.

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