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Our top choices for Drift Bay vacation rentals

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, an elevator, a reception desk, and a large forest mural on the wall.

1. Wyndham Garden Queenstown

Wyndham Garden Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (945 reviews)
"Great location, views and room as described. Easy check-in and check-out and handy facilities."
Australia
Mark
$95 nightly
The price is $109
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees
Wyndham Garden Queenstown
A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

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, (1,639 reviews)
"Great staff, great location, great times."
Canada
MohammadJavad
$113 nightly
The price is $131
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park 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
Frankton
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (511 reviews)
"Nice and clean room with wonderful amenities. Very friendly staff."
Australia
Ranveer
$107 nightly
The price is $123
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Total with taxes and fees
Quest Queenstown
A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a mountain view.

4. 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, (1,194 reviews)
"Great location, lots of options for eating, shopping etc. free parking is a bonus"
Australia
Jennifer
$123 nightly
The price is $141
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Total with taxes and fees
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park
A modern living room with a sofa and a glass coffee table, a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a mountain and sea view.

5. Highview Apartments

Highview Apartments
3.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (693 reviews)
"The views from the Lake View Apartments were phenomenal. Very clean and cosy."
Australia
Kim
$88 nightly
The price is $102
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Highview Apartments
A living room with a large TV, a glass coffee table, a grey sofa, and a view of a mountain landscape through open doors.

6. Manata Lodge

Manata Lodge
4.0 star property
Lower Shotover
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (200 reviews)
"Lovely setting...clean as and very comfortable"
New Zealand
Grant
$132 nightly
The price is $152
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
Manata Lodge
A modern outdoor terrace with a glass balustrade overlooking a lake and mountains.

7. Avani Queenstown Hotel

Avani Queenstown Hotel
4.5 star property
Queenstown
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,489 reviews)
"restaurant was fantastic"
Australia
Liam Adam Charles
$142 nightly
The price is $163
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
Avani Queenstown Hotel
A spacious living area with a black leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a vase with branches. A large window offers a mountain view.

8. Hurley's of Queenstown

Hurley's of Queenstown
3.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (591 reviews)
"Big bed, spacious room and amazing soaking tub. Things were well maintained and clean and having a kitchenette was terrific. Would stay here again!"
Australia
Allison
$108 nightly
The price is $126
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Total with taxes and fees
Hurley's of Queenstown
A modern building with large glass windows and a mountain backdrop.

9. Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,584 reviews)
"Awesome, will stay here again!"
Australia
Kathryn
$113 nightly
The price is $132
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Total with taxes and fees
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
A balcony with a wooden table and two chairs, overlooking a lake and mountains.

10. Mantra The Point Queenstown

Mantra The Point Queenstown
4.0 star property
Queenstown
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (360 reviews)
"Great Lake view, clean room With free parking."
Australia
JIA LING
$150 nightly
The price is $172
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees
Mantra The Point Queenstown
A multi-story hotel with balconies, set against a mountainous backdrop.

11. Mountain View Exchange

Mountain View Exchange
2.0 star property
Frankton
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (5 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Super close to the airport and everything was perfect "
Australia
Amanda
$120 nightly
The price is $140
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Mountain View Exchange
A clear view of a lake with a rocky shoreline, surrounded by mountains and trees.

12. Garden Court Suites And Apartments

Garden Court Suites And Apartments
4.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,106 reviews)
"Lovely stay"
Australia
Tanu
$119 nightly
The price is $137
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Garden Court Suites And Apartments
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.

13. Penrich Court

Penrich Court
3.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
$300 nightly
The price is $345
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Penrich Court
A couple toasting with drinks at a table with a mountain view.

14. Caples Court

Caples Court
3.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (382 reviews)
"Good location"
Australia
Davydd
$127 nightly
The price is $146
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Total with taxes and fees
Caples Court
A balcony with a view of a mountain and a body of water.

15. The Lofts Apartments

The Lofts Apartments
3.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
7.4 out of 10, Good, (744 reviews)
"Best location and good size rooms. Bit noisy from rooms above but not all the time. Would stay again for sure"
Australia
chantel
$94 nightly
The price is $109
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Total with taxes and fees
The Lofts Apartments
A modern single-story house with a garage, a small front yard with a white chair, and a wooden fence.

16. NV Homes

NV Homes
2.5 star property
Lake Hayes
7.8 out of 10, Good, (29 reviews)
"Location was good but the address little bit confusing, For privacy concern all the bathrooms and bedrooms there's no lock but the rest absolutly perfect."
United States
Rochie
$225 nightly
The price is $259
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Total with taxes and fees
NV Homes
A terrace with a table and chairs overlooking a lake and mountains.

17. Peppers Beacon Queenstown

Peppers Beacon Queenstown
4.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,311 reviews)
"Great location. Secret sky garden with BBQ. Big balcony with great view"
Australia
TIELIANG
$173 nightly
The price is $200
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees
Peppers Beacon Queenstown
A modern multi-story building with balconies, a paved driveway, and a mountain backdrop.

18. Whistler Holiday Apartments

Whistler Holiday Apartments
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (381 reviews)
"Very comfortable and warm apartment, with everything you need for a holiday stay and within easy walking distance of the centre of town."
Australia
Max
$151 nightly
The price is $176
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Total with taxes and fees
Whistler Holiday Apartments
A modern building with a deck overlooking a lake and mountains.

19. Lake View Greenstone Luxe Apartment

Lake View Greenstone Luxe Apartment
3.5 star property
Queenstown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"Apartment had everything we needed and beautiful views, good value for money."
Australia
Megan
$284 nightly
The price is $317
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
Lake View Greenstone Luxe Apartment
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a black backsplash.

20. Elia's House

Elia's House
2.0 star property
Frankton
$264 nightly
The price is $303
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Total with taxes and fees
Elia's House
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Top Drift Bay Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Everything thing was perfect The location The check in and the check out The staff Only thing was the heat but I told the staff was cold in my room so they fixed instantly."
Sharin 2-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find vacation rentals in Drift Bay?

Yes, you can find vacation rentals close to the most popular local attractions in Drift Bay, or you can choose a secluded option if you'd like a relaxing place to stay.

What's the top vacation rental in Drift Bay?

Manata Lodge: This vacation home rental outside of Drift Bay is located on a river and has a fireplace, a terrace, and a barbecue grill 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 a hot tub so you can immerse yourself in your vacation.

How many vacation rentals are there in Drift Bay?

Expedia has 3 vacation rentals for your stay in Drift Bay.

What’s there to see and do in Drift Bay?

While exploring the area, visit family-friendly sights like Kiwi Park, or get outside and enjoy nature at Lake Wakatipu. The Remarkables Ski Area and Remarkables Park Town Centre are a couple of places you'll find in the larger area.

What’s a vacation rental in Drift Bay like?

Vacation rentals are private properties where you can stay for a couple of days or more in Drift Bay. Vacation rentals offer amenities such as WiFi and washers and dryers so you'll feel just like you're staying in your own home. If you're concerned about cleanliness, vacation rentals can offer a sense of safety away from shared hotel elevators and busy lobbies while still allowing you the enjoyment of travel. You'll also have more space in a vacation rental than in a hotel, which makes a vacation rental a popular option for family gatherings.