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The 10 Best Design Hotels in Queenstown, New Zealand

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The stylish rooms and apartments at The Rees are equipped with LCD TVs. Some feature floor-to-ceiling windows with views of Lake Wakatipu and the surrounding mountains.

Guests can enjoy a range of in-room massages services, including invigorating body and facial treatments. Guests can hire mountain bikes to enjoy the scenic beauty of Queenstown. The town centre is a 10-minute drive from The Rees Hotel & Luxury Apartments.

the location and the hotel balcony

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9
Superb
1,182 reviews
Price from
£164
per night

Turner Heights Townhouses are 5 minutes’ walk from the shores of Lake Wakatipu and Queenstown Bay. It is a 10-minute walk from the Skyline Gondola. The Coronet Peak Ski Fields are 20 minutes' drive away.

Cleanliness Welcoming staff Close to downtown Views

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9.1
Superb
774 reviews
Price from
£140
per night

Centrally located, Queenstown House Bed & Breakfast and Apartments offers free Wi-Fi and free off-street parking.

Each room and suite has a modern en suite bathroom with shower and luxury bathrobes. All suites include a living room with open fireplace and a private terrace.

The room, the breakfasts, the comfy bed, the view, access to the deck for morning coffee, etc… we must not forget the lovely employees! Thank you! We loved our stay!!!

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9.4
Superb
467 reviews
Price from
£145
per night

Guests under the age of 25 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. The legal guardian must provide a current photo ID or proof of guardianship if requested upon check-in. Please note that there is a 3% charge when you pay with a Visa, Mastercard credit card or American Express credit card. All villas are fully self-contained and self-catering and rates do not include daily housekeeping service. This service is available for an additional charge of $35 per service and can be arranged at the time of arrival. Any stays of 5 nights or more will receive a complimentary mid-stay housekeeping service included within the nightly rate. BBQs are available for hire at the rate of $20 per night and available for a maximum of 3 nights per stay. Subject to availability. As a valued guest we want to let you know about our continued commitment to offering our outstanding service throughout this Covid-19 Global Pandemic. We have placed additional Covid-19 information in your villa to read at your leisure. At Platinum the safety and wellbeing of our guests and team members is paramount. We take pride in maintaining the highest standards to help protect all guests to the best of our ability.

Location and apartment - both totally amazing! Beautiful view of the lake from the apartment. Three bedrooms, master bedroom with a view wonderful, as well as the living room with a fireplace and again with a great view. All clean and nice, very well equipped. We will come again.

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9.5
Exceptional
721 reviews
Price from
£259
per night

The Central Private Hotel by Naumi Hotels is positioned right in the heart of Queenstown, and is nearby a large number of restaurants, cafes, shopping and recreational activities All accommodation includes free WiFi.

Extremely friendly and helpful staff. Very unusual and stylish hotel room...quirky design, spacious, very very comfortable bed and pillows. Great location less than 5 minutes walk from the centre . I left some photos in the room and they emailed me within a very short time arranging to return them to me.

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9
Superb
470 reviews
Price from
£157
per night

Immerse Yourself in Alpine Chic and Laidback Glamour at The Dairy Private Hotel by Naumi Hotels.

This unique property is built around Queenstown's original dairy/corner store, dating back to the 1920's. The Dairy Private Hotel by Naumi Hotels is the ideal base to explore Queenstown, located just a 2-minute walk from the vibrant town centre and the Skyline Gondola.

beautiful interior. very homely.

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9.1
Superb
418 reviews
Price from
£153
per night

Queenstown Park Hotel is a luxury boutique hotel with panoramic alpine views, surrounded by parkland. It is a 5-minute walk to the centre of Queenstown. Free Wi-Fi and parking is available.

The stylish rooms are well-furnished and have kitchenettes. Some rooms have a balcony with views of the Remarkables mountain range. The hotel is eco-friendly.

Good location, nice staff, free parking.5mins walk to town, 10mins to supermarket.

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9.3
Superb
467 reviews
Price from
£213
per night

Lomond Lodge Motel & Apartments is located in the centre of Queenstown. It offers a variety of accommodation, just 50 metres from the lake front and gondola. Complimentary WiFi is available.

The studio rooms offer a kitchenette, while the self contained apartments include a fully equipped kitchen. The rooms include views of either Lake Wakatipu, the Remarkables Mountain range or the garden and gondola.

Loved everything about this place. The location is great - it's minutes away from the central area of Queenstown, the tram and the lake. We stayed here 3 times over the course of a week, using it as a base camp for various outdoors trips near Queenstown. The staff was INCREDIBLY friendly and accommodating, storing our extra luggage that we didn't need while hiking 3 different times until we returned. Comfy beds, heated bathrooms. Wonderful.

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9
Superb
842 reviews
Price from
£157
per night

Each spacious room features a comfortable king-sized bed and an LCD TV. Guest rooms offer a stylish bathroom with a separate shower and bathtub and a range of luxurious amenities. Lakeside residences do not have a separate bathtub.

We loved everything about our stay in the Hilton, the views of the lake are magnificent, the food and staff are amazing too, we mainly dealt with Conrad who looked after us tremendously. We only stayed for 2 nights but immediately tried to book for another 2 we enjoyed it so much, will definitely be returning asap.

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8.1
Very good
4,578 reviews
Price from
£76
per night

Sherwood is an eco-friendly hotel with an on-site restaurant and bar. The property is set on a hillside overlooking the picturesque Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables Mountain Range. This unique property offers a tranquil retreat with a bicycle track and a vegetable garden.

The staff is friendly and the room is clean and tidy. The restaurant is a hidden gem! The food was very tasty and delicate. Love it so much!

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8.2
Very good
1,889 reviews
Price from
£107
per night

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  • The Rees Hotel & Luxury Apartments
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,188 reviews

    The Rees Hotel & Apartments offers lakefront accommodation with private balconies and spectacular views. It features free WiFi and a free shuttle to the centre of Queenstown.

    Amazing water pressure great shower very hot water

  • The Central Private Hotel by Naumi Hotels
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 470 reviews

    The Central Private Hotel by Naumi Hotels is positioned right in the heart of Queenstown, and is nearby a large number of restaurants, cafes, shopping and recreational activities All accommodation...

    Lovely rooms with funky decor. Snacks in the room.

  • The Dairy Private Hotel by Naumi Hotels
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 418 reviews

    Immerse Yourself in Alpine Chic and Laidback Glamour at The Dairy Private Hotel by Naumi Hotels.

    Welcoming staff. Little extras like free happy hour, lollies

  • Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 468 reviews

    Queenstown Park Hotel is a luxury boutique hotel with panoramic alpine views, surrounded by parkland. It is a 5-minute walk to the centre of Queenstown. Free Wi-Fi and parking is available.

    The staff were exceptional. Very friendly and polite

  • Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,578 reviews

    Situated on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa boasts 5-star amenities including an indoor pool, a fitness centre and a day spa.

    The facility’s were really good and great breakfast

  • Scenic Suites Queenstown
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,338 reviews

    Scenic Suites Queenstown is located in the resort of Queenstown. The hotel is a 5-minute walk from the centre, yet its quiet, hillside location offers great views over the lake and mountains.

    It’s in a great spot, property itself was gorgeous

  • Heritage Queenstown
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,179 reviews

    You can enjoy soaking in the view of the Remarkables mountain range, rising from the waters of Lake Wakatipu, from the comfort of Heritage Queenstown.

    Beautiful location, spacious rooms, everything I needed

  • Chalet Queenstown
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 315 reviews

    The boutique Chalet Queenstown Bed & Breakfast offers modern and stylish rooms with wonderful views and comfortable beds.

    The staff were lovely and the room was very clean :)

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  • DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 852 reviews

    With majestic mountains and Lake Wakatipu as a backdrop, DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown offers luxurious self-catering rooms with flat-screen cable TV and a DVD player.

    Parking available, lovely staff and good amenities.

  • Balmoral Lodge
    Budget options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 200 reviews

    Featuring spectacular views over the town, lake and mountains from every room, Balmoral Lodge offers free Wi-Fi and a spacious guest lounge. Queenstown city centre is just 800 metres away.

    Everything was perfect, including the special touches

  • Highview Apartments
    Budget options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 576 reviews

    Featuring a fitness centre, a hot tub and free WiFi, Highview Apartments offers stylish modern rooms just 15 minutes’ walk from the town centre. Free private parking is available.

    Loved the location and the staff. Had everything you need

  • Cranbury Court Apartments
    Budget options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 356 reviews

    Cranbury Court Apartments is located a 5-minute walk from the centre of Queenstown. Every apartment offers alpine views, free WiFi, and free parking. The gondola is a short walk away.

    Washer / dryer, apartment size, comfortable beds.

  • The Glebe Apartments
    Budget options available
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 564 reviews

    The Glebe is an accommodation complex in the heart of picturesque Queenstown, with some apartments offering open views of the idyllic Lake Wakatipu and the surrounding mountains.

    Everything about the apartment it was spotless spacious

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  • Villa Del Lago
    Central location
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 356 reviews

    Villa del Lago offers quality self-catering apartments on Lake Wakatipu, just 2 minutes' drive from Queenstown.The property has its own pebbled beach with a jetty and features stunning views over the...

    Loved this apartment , such a stunning location .

  • Coronation Lodge
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 871 reviews

    Located in the heart of Queenstown, the refurbished Coronation Lodge offers 4-star accommodation with complimentary, unlimited WiFi.

    Great location, nice mountain view, clean and comfortable

  • Hotel St Moritz Queenstown - MGallery by Sofitel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 892 reviews

    Situated in the heart of Queenstown, with views overlooking Lake Wakatipu and The Remarkables mountain range, Hotel St Moritz Queenstown features a restaurant, bar, fitness centre, and garden with hot...

    Felt very luxurious, great views and great service

  • Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 560 reviews

    Located in the heart of Queenstown, Sofitel Queenstown Hotel and Spa offers accommodation with a blend of French luxury and art de vivre.

    Excellent location, helpful staff, room was luxurious.

  • Oaks Queenstown Shores Resort
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,294 reviews

    This apartment-style hotel is nestled on the shores of Queenstown's Lake Wakatipu, offering stunning views over the lake and surrounding mountain ranges.

    Everything about this place, and the location is spot on.

  • Queenstown Village Apartments
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 307 reviews

    Located on the shores of beautiful Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown Village Apartments is situated in Kawarau Village, featuring restaurants, bars and ski shops. Guests can enjoy unlimited free WiFi.

    great apartment loved the fire place great location

  • Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,522 reviews

    Swiss-BelSuites Pounamu Queenstown offers luxury accommodation with stunning lake and mountain views.

    Split level, fantastic view. Balcony Amazing bath

  • Queenstown Gateway Apartments
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 712 reviews

    Gateway Apartments offers self-contained accommodation with a private patio, right by Lake Wakatipu and just 2 minutes' drive from Queenstown Airport.

    Easy check in and check out. Beds very comfortable

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  • Avg. price/night: £141.35
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,206 reviews
    Very spacious and comfortable 2 bed/2 bath apartment with large, open plan, kitchen, lounge and dining. Plenty of space to stretch out with two teenagers. Quality and stylish interior design. Large balcony with stunning view over the lake. We have just come back from skiing and booked another apartment accommodation for similar price, which is a big disappointment. Wish we had booked Peppers again.
    Roslyn
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £545.47
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 47 reviews
    The location was wonderful, very convenient to the lake and children’s playground as we were travelling with young children. The villa was very well designed, the decor lovely and restful, it was tidy and all required amenities were present. The view of the Remarkables was stunning. The beds were very comfortable. It was well heated and the electric fire was a lovely focal point. Parking was good. Access was seamless.
    Merrin
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £100.39
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,578 reviews
    Location was impeccable and staff really did try their hardest, it was just the worn out scruffy room and hallways with chipped paint and very worn surfaces and carpets that was so disappointing. It's the little things that have a big impact. A small surface restoration right through, and use of a quality interior designer and they'd have it sorted. This location is truly unsurpassed, so honour that and get a full refurbishment sorted !!
    Ella
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £100.39
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4,578 reviews
    Lovely peaceful and scenic location across the bay from Queenstown (small ferry gets you there and back). Spacious and well designed rooms and a larger two sink bathroom. A bit of luxury for us after a few days on the road.
    jeff
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £101.98
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,130 reviews
    absolute perfection! great location. stunningly designed rooms. latest features including Netflix and Amazon Alexa! beautiful bathroom. great coffee and tea. lovely little cafe in the hotel too! perfect can’t fault it!
    Wijeratne
    Young couple
  • 9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 9 reviews
    Superb experience. The lake view is spectacular. Stylish and modern interior design, sparkling clean and well maintained facilities.
    Daisy
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £198.74
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,167 reviews
    Such a gorgeous hotel, loved the quirky, funky interior design and cute extra’s in the rooms. The staff were so helpful and accommodating.
    Kristine
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £72.35
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 852 reviews
    Location, lovely view from room, very nice room - comfortable bed, great design, well-equipped kitchenette. Excellent breakfast. Yummy cookie upon check in. Friendly staff.
    Portia
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £171.35
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 418 reviews
    A truly stunning place. Superb interior design, lovely welcome, comfy bed, central location. Honestly, this was such a jewel of a small and private little hotel.
    Brigitte
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £183.44
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 470 reviews
    The staff were lovely. The hotel itself was expensive for that was on offered, and the room wasn’t very clean. Cobwebs hanging around and the sheets needed stain removal (dried blood stain). It’s clear the company have used a great designer to come in and revamp the hotel but they’ve only gone part of the way there to get it up to 4*
    Sarah
    Young couple

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