Queenstown Hotels

Since Queenstown is a resort town at heart, rates at the many hotels here are going to be higher in winter than in summer, so if you can travel in the off season, you will find some serious deals. Also, make sure you ask about specials and tourist packages that bundle skiing and accommodations in one.

1. Atrium Hotel & Suites - 27 Stanley St., Queenstown - website

With all of the amazing scenery in Queenstown, every hotel tries to take advantage of its surroundings by offering amazing views, and The Atrium does this better than anyone.

2. Blanket Bay - Blanket Bay, 3 km (2 mi) south of Glenorchy, Queenstown - website

Some of the best hotels in this area aren’t hotels at all, but lodges that get you away from the tourist traffic and out into nature. Blanket Bay is one of the best.

3. The Chalet - 14 Pioneer Dr., Lake Tekapo - website

If you need a bit more room on your vacation, check out The Chalet. They offer full apartments that are beautifully appointed with all of the comforts of home.

4. Eichardt's Private Hotel - Marine Parade, Queenstown - website

While this resort was once the domain of working class miners, it stands today as one of the most respected and loved destinations in all of Queenstown. The décor alone is enough to take your breath away.

5. Fiordland Lodge - State Hwy. 94, 472 Te Anau-Milford Hwy., Te Anau - website

Another beautiful lodge that looks like something out of Lord of the Rings, you won’t have a single request or desire go unfulfilled here.

6. The Hermitage - Aoraki/Mount Cook Village - website

If you can’t stand staying more than a few feet away from the slopes, The Hermitage should be your destination of choice.

7. Lake Tekapo Luxury Lodge - 24 Aorangi Crescent, Lake Tekapo - website

A beautifully appointed choice, the Lake Tekapo Luxury Lodge actually offers some great deals in the off season and some great packages during busy times, too.

8. Lakeside Apartments - 9 Lakeside Rd., Wanaka - website

One of the priciest options in the area, the Lakeside Apartments offer amazing views and plenty of room to stretch your legs. An excellent choice if traveling with groups.

9. Matuka Lodge - Old Station Rd., Twizel - website

One of the finest of the wilderness lodges in the area, the Matuka is a great choice if you are coming during off season as it is just as beautiful in the middle of summer as it is in winter.

10. Millbrook Resort - Malaghans Rd., Arrowtown - website

Perfect for golf, natural adventures or just hanging around and enjoying the four star service and the spacious rooms. The spa here is excellent, too.