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Our top choices for Lake Wakatipu hotels

Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

1. Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
4.5 star property
7.5 km from Lake Wakatipu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,040 reviews)
"Great stay, room was comfortable and breakfast was great"
Australia
SungEun
The price is RM591
RM679 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
Building design

2. Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse
4.5 star property
6.9 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (663 reviews)
"Great Stay, very helpful staff!"
Australia
Rubashnee
The price is RM929
RM1,068 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Kamana Lakehouse
Terrace/patio

3. Quest Queenstown

Quest Queenstown
4.0 star property
15.7 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (502 reviews)
"Nice and clean room with wonderful amenities. Very friendly staff."
Australia
Ranveer
The price is RM493
RM567 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Quest Queenstown
Interior entrance

4. Hulbert House

Hulbert House
5.0 star property
9.4 km from Lake Wakatipu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Charming room, great staff, valet parking, location perfect"
United States
Masakazu
The price is RM1,388
RM1,596 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Hulbert House
Breakfast and dinner served

5. 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, (725 reviews)
"We stayed for 2 nights, excellent staff, helpful people."
Australia
Soni
The price is RM510
RM586 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
Front of property

6. Coronation Lodge

Coronation Lodge
4.0 star property
9.3 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (477 reviews)
"Great value for money with a very short walk to Queenstown gardens, CBD and waterfront."
Australia
Michele
The price is RM678
RM779 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Coronation Lodge
Exterior

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)
"It was absolutely amazing place to stay in Queenstown. Not only The room was super comfortable but also the restaurant was super nice. We had a great time there."
Japan
Aiko
The price is RM1,153
RM1,326 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

8. Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
4.5 star property
15.8 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (817 reviews)
"Good location, well kept property and breakfast was good."
Australia
Bhavik
The price is RM617
RM710 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
Outdoor spa tub

9. Cottages at Kinross

Cottages at Kinross
4.0 star property
32.7 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (232 reviews)
"Came back after 9 years, the place is still magical as it is. We stayed in Pisa 1, and this place now has free wine tasting and a hot tub where we enjoyed.. Best hidden secret, ill stay here longer next time :)"
Singapore
Vincent
The price is RM649
RM746 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Cottages at Kinross
Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, blackout curtains, soundproofing

10. Luxe Suites and Apartments

Luxe Suites and Apartments
2.5 star property
9.3 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)
"Great location, very clean"
Australia
Jayden
The price is RM532
RM612 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Luxe Suites and Apartments
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free WiFi, individually decorated

11. Haka House Queenstown Lakefront

Haka House Queenstown Lakefront
3.0 star property
8.1 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (127 reviews)
"Good location"
Australia
Kate
The price is RM383
RM440 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Haka House Queenstown Lakefront
Exterior

12. Bella Vista Queenstown

Bella Vista Queenstown
4.0 star property
9.3 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (962 reviews)
"Very clean and cosy room. Close walk to city centre. Checked in after hours and the process was easy. Had everything we needed for our stay in Queenstown!"
Australia
Kaitlyn
The price is RM543
RM624 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Bella Vista Queenstown
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

13. Sherwood Queenstown

Sherwood Queenstown
4.0 star property
12.1 km from Lake Wakatipu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great ambiance & fantastic restaurant."
Canada
Cory
The price is RM551
RM633 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Sherwood Queenstown
Terrace/patio

14. Chalet Queenstown

Chalet Queenstown
4.0 star property
9.6 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (190 reviews)
"Well maintained with great views Staff very helpful and friendly Close to the shops - few min walk Warm room and clean amenities"
Australia
tanaya
The price is RM594
RM684 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Chalet Queenstown
Exterior

15. QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown
5.0 star property
8.3 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Wonderful staff. "
Australia
I-Lyn
The price is RM933
RM1,073 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
QT Queenstown
2 restaurants; breakfast and dinner served

16. Mercure Queenstown Resort

Mercure Queenstown Resort
4.0 star property
7.2 km from Lake Wakatipu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great rooms and breakfast"
Australia
Kelli
The price is RM593
RM682 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Mercure Queenstown Resort
Golf

17. Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
4.0 star property
9.4 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,017 reviews)
"Great accommodation and facilities. Bus stop outside."
Australia
John Stephen
The price is RM807
RM928 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
Terrace/patio

18. Mi-pad Queenstown

Mi-pad Queenstown
4.0 star property
9.3 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel location is readily good. Balcony view go to all view as I want, all most thing are better for me. I would like to stay this hotel for my next holiday."
Australia
Jing
The price is RM691
RM815 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Mi-pad Queenstown
Terrace/patio

19. Alexis Motels & Apartments

Alexis Motels & Apartments
4.0 star property
9.6 km from Lake Wakatipu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (687 reviews)
"Excellent room, very accommodating."
Australia
Felix
The price is RM537
RM617 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Alexis Motels & Apartments
Bar (on property)

20. Arrowtown House Boutique Accommodation

Arrowtown House Boutique Accommodation
4.0 star property
25.8 km from Lake Wakatipu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (176 reviews)
"One of the best places to stay in South Island loved everything about this place! 💖 thank youui"
Australia
Natia
The price is RM799
RM918 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Arrowtown House Boutique Accommodation
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Compare popular hotels close to Lake Wakatipu

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
4.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,040 reviews
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Building design
Kamana Lakehouse
4.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
663 reviews
View
Terrace/patio
Quest Queenstown
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
502 reviews
View
Interior entrance
Hulbert House
5.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
25 reviews
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Breakfast and dinner served
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
4.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
725 reviews
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Top Lake Wakatipu Hotel Reviews

Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG

Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, close to restaurants, nightlife and daily activities."
Kylie 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG

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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 224 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 224 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.