Title: Visit Kawarau Gorge: 2026 Travel Guide for Kawarau Gorge, Otago | Expedia.com [Hotels in Kawarau Gorge](https://expedia.com/Kawarau-Gorge-Hotels.d692482242914250752.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Kawarau Gorge](https://expedia.com/Kawarau-Gorge-Vacation-Rentals.d692482242914250752.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Things to do in Kawarau Gorge](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Kawarau-Gorge.d692482242914250752.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Kawarau Gorge](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Kawarau-Gorge.d692482242914250752.Car-Rental-Guide)[Kawarau Gorge Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Kawarau-Gorge.d692482242914250752.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Kawarau Gorge ## Travel Guide ## Visit Kawarau Gorge Things to do - Kawarau Gorge Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Kawarau Gorge ![Kamana Lakehouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/983600/983589/7ba2222c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kamana Lakehouse 139 Fernhill Road Queenstown $202 nightly $233 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and hot springs on site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (592 reviews) Our favourite stay in NZ!! Gorgeous property and lakeside view! Well trained and pleasant staff - fantastic, overall. Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F29%2F2026&endDate=3%2F30%2F2026&selected=983589&PinnedHotelID=983589&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=692482242914250752) ![Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37410000/37408100/37408030/0c31484a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central 24 Frankton Road Queenstown $200 nightly $230 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) A modern and comfortable hotel. Rooms on the small side. A bit of a walk into town with a big hill involved. For the price, it should have some part of breakfast included. Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F29%2F2026&endDate=3%2F30%2F2026&selected=37408030&PinnedHotelID=37408030&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=692482242914250752) ![Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7200/7169/38830b55_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview 88 Frankton Road Queenstown $169 nightly $195 total Mar 27 - Mar 28 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) Extremely comfortable beds. Excellent view. But the property is a bit tired and needs a little TLC. Was a bit odd that the ensuite didn’t have a toilet in it, and you had to go out in the hallway to a shared one. And in the downstairs, the toilet was separate to the bathroom, which only had a basin ... Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F28%2F2026&selected=7169&PinnedHotelID=7169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=692482242914250752) [See all 1,837 properties in Kawarau Gorge](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F22%2F2026&endDate=3%2F23%2F2026®ionId=692482242914250752) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59200000/59194900/59194834/069a4291_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown 16 - 18 Mountain Ash Drive Queenstown Stay at this aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,494 reviews) Clean room, staff were awesome! Check in was a breeze and the property is nicely tucked away from the hustle of the main centre but a quick drive in if you feel the need. A whole heap of amenities near the hotel so you'd never need to go far for anything really Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Queenstown-Hotels-LQ-Queenstown.h59194834.Hotel-Information) ![Quest Queenstown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68060000/68050700/68050627/be11f6b6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Quest Queenstown 34 Red Oaks Drive Queenstown Otago Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (480 reviews) Clean and comfortable. Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Queenstown-Hotels-Quest-Queenstown.h68050627.Hotel-Information) ![Garden Court Suites And Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2100/2044/f846c330_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Garden Court Suites And Apartments 41 Frankton Road Queenstown Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,073 reviews) Excellent all around. Great in every way. Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Queenstown-Hotels-Garden-Court-Suites-And-Apartments.h2044.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Kawarau Gorge](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=692482242914250752&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Kawarau Gorge hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=692482242914250752&startDate=2026-03-21&endDate=2026-03-22)[Mar 21 - Mar 22](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=692482242914250752&startDate=2026-03-21&endDate=2026-03-22) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=692482242914250752&startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23)[Mar 22 - Mar 23](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=692482242914250752&startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=692482242914250752&startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F29%2F2026)[Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=692482242914250752&startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F29%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Goldfields Mining Centre You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Goldfields Mining Centre during your trip to Kawarau Gorge. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside, or seek out the golf courses. [](https://expedia.com/Goldfields-Mining-Centre-Kawarau-Gorge.d6110736.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Enjoy your wine in the stunning sites of Central Otago](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1393469/c8b8dd83-a148-4b20-839e-563243cd1db1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Boutique Wine Tour - visit Central Otago, 4 Wineries & Lunch $166 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/boutique-wine-tour-visit-central-otago.a1393469.activity-details) ![Ultimate Off-Roading In Gibbston Valley](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4790251/251622a2-cccd-4df6-99bf-04e68239d52c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ultimate Off-Roading In Gibbston Valley $89 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/ultimate-off-roading-in-gibbston-valley.a4790251.activity-details) ![Bike The Wineries](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3545553/cae8f7f1-e8d8-404b-9c85-22cd5a945de2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bike The Wineries (1/2 Day) - Quick Pedal to Pinot $57 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/bike-the-wineries-12-day-quick-pedal-to-pinot.a3545553.activity-details) ![Queenstown: Clay Target Shooting Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47803966/9a198a9a-798c-4070-9896-317b974b2f75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Queenstown: Clay Target Shooting Experience $89 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/queenstown-clay-target-shooting-experience.a47803966.activity-details) ![Experience wine tasting in New Zealand's largest wine cave.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3176039/91593f98-70a5-4cf4-b402-426fdbc79054.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gibbston Valley Wines - Cave Tour $17 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/gibbston-valley-wines-cave-tour.a3176039.activity-details) ![Supercar Fast Dash - Highlands Motorsport and Tourism Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1247424/d9933b8c-d473-47fb-a656-c061d4a4971e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Supercar Fast Dash - Highlands Motorsport and Tourism Park $119 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/supercar-fast-dash-highlands-motorsport-and-tourism-park.a1247424.activity-details) [See all activities in Kawarau Gorge](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Kawarau-Gorge.d692482242914250752.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Kawarau Gorge ![Gibbston Highway Bridge over Kawarau River near Arrowtown, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6214769/c70c475e-551e-42ad-b983-f60407559d06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Gibbston ![I would not be surprised if we end up living there. A paradise!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6279924/76d36518-6fd8-4d20-9e2c-6df4b6599a17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Nevis ![Kawarau Bridge, where the roots of bungy jumping lie. I was not brave enough to even consider a jump, but it was cool just watching other people do it.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6214769/ebc383bc-030f-4f97-8d8d-1bfc5c0e482a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Roaring Meg - Cities near Kawarau Gorge - Places of interest [Gibbston](https://expedia.com/Gibbston.dx6214769)[Nevis](https://expedia.com/Nevis.dx692482344040726528)[Roaring Meg](https://expedia.com/Roaring-Meg.dx692486454132277248) - [The Remarkables Ski Area ](https://expedia.com/The-Remarkables-Ski-Area-Kawarau-Falls.d502452.Vacation-Attraction) - [Skyline Queenstown ](https://expedia.com/Skyline-Queenstown-Queenstown-City-Centre.d502443.Vacation-Attraction) - [Cardrona Alpine Resort ](https://expedia.com/Cardrona-Alpine-Resort-Cardrona.d6110724.Vacation-Attraction) - [Queenstown Gardens ](https://expedia.com/Queenstown-Gardens-Queenstown.d508184.Vacation-Attraction) - [Coronet Peak Ski Area ](https://expedia.com/Coronet-Peak-Ski-Area-Otago.d502451.Vacation-Attraction) - [Millbrook Resort Golf Course ](https://expedia.com/Millbrook-Resort-Golf-Course-Arrowtown.d6157609.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kiwi Park ](https://expedia.com/Kiwi-And-Birdlife-Park-Queenstown-City-Centre.d6110690.Vacation-Attraction) - [TSS Earnslaw Steamship ](https://expedia.com/TSS-Earnslaw-Steamship-Queenstown-City-Centre.d502449.Vacation-Attraction) - [Queenstown Mall ](https://expedia.com/Queenstown-Mall-Queenstown-City-Centre.d553248621532608300.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lake Wakatipu ](https://expedia.com/Lake-Wakatipu-Otago.d6048045.Vacation-Attraction) - [Onsen Hot Pools ](https://expedia.com/Onsen-Hot-Pools-Arthurs-Point.d553248621567297173.Vacation-Attraction) - [Gibbston Valley Winery ](https://expedia.com/Gibbston-Valley-Winery-Gibbston.d6229872.Vacation-Attraction) - [Skycity Queenstown Casino ](https://expedia.com/Skycity-Queenstown-Casino-Queenstown-City-Centre.d6249182.Vacation-Attraction) - [Bob's Peak ](https://expedia.com/Bobs-Peak-Queenstown.d6110692.Vacation-Attraction) - [Remarkables Park Town Centre ](https://expedia.com/Remarkables-Park-Town-Centre-Frankton.d553248621565948083.Vacation-Attraction) - [Queenstown Beach ](https://expedia.com/Queenstown-Beach-Queenstown-City-Centre.d6226404.Vacation-Attraction) - [Snow Farm New Zealand ](https://expedia.com/Snow-Farm-New-Zealand-Cardrona.d6214795.Vacation-Attraction) - [Steamer Wharf ](https://expedia.com/Steamer-Wharf-Queenstown-City-Centre.d6125834.Vacation-Attraction) - [Old Cromwell Town ](https://expedia.com/Old-Cromwell-Town-Cromwell.d6291504.Vacation-Attraction) - [Queenstown Event Centre ](https://expedia.com/Queenstown-Event-Centre-Frankton.d6214786.Vacation-Attraction) - [Skyline Luge ](https://expedia.com/Skyline-Luge-Queenstown.d553248635976369889.Vacation-Attraction) - [Amisfield Winery ](https://expedia.com/Amisfield-Winery-Lake-Hayes.d6229861.Vacation-Attraction) - [Jacks Point Golf Course ](https://expedia.com/Jacks-Point-Golf-Course-Jacks-Point.d553248621532608311.Vacation-Attraction) - [SKYCITY Wharf Casino ](https://expedia.com/SKYCITY-Wharf-Casino-Queenstown-City-Centre.d6249189.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kawarau Suspension Bridge ](https://expedia.com/Kawarau-Suspension-Bridge-Gibbston.d6214789.Vacation-Attraction) - [Cromwell Shopping Centre ](https://expedia.com/Cromwell-Shopping-Centre-Cromwell.d6291496.Vacation-Attraction) - [Skippers Canyon ](https://expedia.com/Skippers-Canyon-Arthurs-Point.d6110700.Vacation-Attraction) - [Arrowtown Chinese Settlement ](https://expedia.com/Arrowtown-Chinese-Settlement-Arrowtown.d553248621526966877.Vacation-Attraction) - [Mt Difficulty Wines ](https://expedia.com/Mt-Difficulty-Wines-Cromwell.d553248621526965625.Vacation-Attraction) - [Crown Range ](https://expedia.com/Crown-Range-Otago.d553248635922700764.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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