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Here is a quick list of Beach Hotels in Queenstown, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Queenstown Holiday Park Creeksyde |
8.7 / 10 (547 Reviews) |
From 103$ | |
| St James Apartments |
7.9 / 10 (1381 Reviews) |
From 159$ | |
| Copthorne Hotel & Resort Lakefront Queenstown |
7.7 / 10 (1468 Reviews) |
From 116$ | |
| Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa |
8.6 / 10 (3175 Reviews) |
From 151$ | |
| Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview |
7.9 / 10 (2943 Reviews) |
From 99$ |
When travelling to Queenstown, many people are debating whether or not they should choose a beach hotel or a hotel located in the city center. There are pros and cons to each decision, and the best option for each person differs.
Beach hotels are quieter and more relaxing than hotels located in the city center. They are also typically more affordable. The only disadvantage is that they are often located a distance away from the city center, which can add time to your commute.
Hotels located in the city center are more convenient, as they are close to restaurants, shops, and other attractions. However, they can be more expensive and noise from the city can be a distraction.
Ultimately, the decision of which type of hotel to choose comes down to personal preference. Some people prefer the quiet and relaxation of a beach hotel, while others prefer the convenience of a city center hotel. No matter what you choose, Queenstown is sure to be a beautiful and enjoyable destination.
Queenstown Luxury Hotels on The Beach
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Queenstown Holiday Park Creeksyde
From 103$
Set in the heart of Queenstown, the property offers quick access to the contemporary Cloakroom gallery "Queenstown Arts Centre". The centre of Queenstown is reachable within 10 minutes' walk.
This Queenstown hotel is next door to the miniature Caddyshack City Mini Golf.
The shared bathrooms come with hair dryers.
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St James Apartments
From 159$
An easy 10 minutes' drive from the property will lead you to Basket of Dreams Sculpture. This perfect hotel is also 3.3 km from Queenstown Hill Summit in Queenstown.
Ben Lomond Mountain is 10 minutes' ride away.
Furnished with a sofa, the 16 rooms include conveniences like a flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with coffee and tea making facilities. A spa bathtub and a walk-in shower together with comforts like a dryer are also provided.
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Copthorne Hotel & Resort Lakefront Queenstown
From 116$
This property lies in the centre of Queenstown, only steps from Department for Courts. Skyline Queenstown is at 1.2 km distance from the hotel and Queenstown airport is 0.5 km away.
A 15-minute stroll will take you to Queenstown Cemetery.
Looking onto the garden, some rooms at the hotel offer a marble floor furnished with a sofa. The units have an electric kettle for self-catering along with wireless Internet and television for entertainment. Some rooms have private bathrooms with a spa bathtub.
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Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
From 151$
Situated in Kelvin Heights district, the property is set within 2.4 km to Remarkables Park. The hotel is near a beach.
Comprising a balcony and a sitting area, the rooms at this deluxe accommodation are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. They are decorated with a stone fireplace and sound-proofed windows along with elegant furniture. The stylish bathrooms include a walk-in shower, and comforts such as a dryer.
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Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
From 99$
The property is located in a shopping area of Queenstown, 1.3 km to AJ Hackett Bungy. It is also set 1.8 km away from Skyline Queenstown.
The spacious units include a private balcony and a mini-kitchen, furnished with a marble floor, and some of them face the mountain. Guests can also use a roll-in shower along with amenities like hair dryers and a shower cap.
Hotels in Queenstown
| Airport nearby ✈️ | Te Anau Manapouri, Queenstown |
| Average price 💰 | 495$ |
| Hotels in Queenstown 🏨 | 950 |
| Hotel Reviews ⭐ | 8305 |
| Landmarks nearby 📍 | Queenstown Garden, Kiwi and Birdlife Park, Moke Lake, Queenstown Mall, Queenstown Cemetery |
| Family Hotel 👪 | Queenstown Holiday Park Creeksyde |
| Best mid-range Hotel 🌴 | St James Apartments |
| Hotel with balcony 🌤️ | Copthorne Hotel & Resort Lakefront Queenstown |
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Oaks Queenstown Club Suites
From 192$
The first-class property has a convenient setting 25 minutes' stroll of the skate park "Queenstown Garden". Guests are advised to visit Stunning view of Remarkables and lake, which is just 600 metres away.
The hotel is located close to Lake Wakatipu.
The smoke-free rooms at the luxury accommodation are fitted with complimentary WiFi and television, some of them feature a stone fireplace. For more comfort, a dryer together with a spa bathtub are provided.
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Highview Apartments
From 254$
The centre of Queenstown can be reached within a 15-minute walk. Attractions, in 14 minutes' stroll of this hotel, include Queenstown Mall.
The property lies a 5-minute ride away from the skate park "Queenstown Garden".
Highview invites you to 27 rooms, some of which have stylish interior with a stone fireplace. You will find an electric kettle, fridges and kitchenware as well. The private bathrooms are appointed with hair dryers and towels. These modern units also feature views of the mountain.
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Lakefront Apartments,18 Lake Esplanade Road
From 94$
The deluxe accommodation is located in a shopping area of Queenstown, a stroll away from Moa Statue. Only 12 minutes' walk to G Force Paragliding.
This hotel is also not too far from Queenstown Mall.
Furnished with a sofa, these rooms have a balcony and a mini-kitchen.
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Qtownpad Apartment
From 121$
Shotover Canyon Swing is about 10 minutes on foot from the accommodation, while Fear Factory Queenstown is 11 minutes' stroll away. A 10-minute walk will bring you to the centre of Queenstown. Serving guests with New Zealand dishes, Pedro's House Of Lamb is about 7 minutes' walk away.
Qtownpad is 1.1 km to the landscaped park "Queenstown Garden".
The property offers views over the mountain. A bathtub, a separate toilet and a shower are also featured in the bathroom.
Luxury Beach hotels in Queenstown
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Kamana Lakehouse
From 198$
Kamana Lakehouse Hotel offers a quiet location 20-minute drive from Queenstown airport. The hotel is located in a ski area of Queenstown.
The vibrant accommodation is located close to Lake Wakatipu.
A patio and a balcony are included in each of the air conditioned rooms. Guests can make use of a mini fridge bar, and relax with WiFi and a TV set. Some of the units look out over the mountain.
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Villa Del Lago
From 196$
The accommodation puts you in the centre of Queenstown, 4.8 km from the multi - purpose stadium "Queenstown Event Centre". This comfortable hotel is beside pebble beaches of Queenstown.
The property provides guests with 29 rooms appointed with a stone fireplace and sound-proofed windows along with coffee/tea makers. They come equipped with a dishwasher, refrigerator and a cooktop. The private bathrooms feature a hairdryer and a shower cap.
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The Rees Hotel & Luxury Apartments
From 377$
Queenstown centre can be reached within 25 minutes' walk. The comfortable hotel is within a stroll from the beach.
Comprising an adjoining terrace and a balcony, the rooms at Rees Hotel & Luxury are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Furnished with a sofa set and a work desk, they also have sound-proofed windows. Providing a Jacuzzi bath and a walk-in shower, the bathrooms are equipped with a dryer.
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Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa
From 483$
The accommodation is right in the very heart of Queenstown. A 5-minute walk will take you into the centre of Queenstown.
Some of the air-conditioned rooms are appointed with a stone fireplace, and such self-catering options as coffee and tea making facilities. They are furnished with king size beds or double beds along with a sofa set. Equipped with a rain shower and a separate toilet, the plush bathrooms have hairdryers and bathrobes.
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Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel
From 271$
Queenstown airport is 0.5 km from the luxury property, while Queenstown Hill Walking Track is approximately 17 minutes' walk to the location. Situated in the centre of Queenstown, the hotel is approximately 19 minutes' walk of Flyboard Queenstown.
The perfect accommodation is located close to Remarkables Mountain. A 10-minute ride away from also takes you to Ben Lomond Saddle.
Each of the air conditioned rooms has a balcony and a mini-kitchen, and some feature stylish interior. Along with tea and coffee making facilities, these stylish units offer free Wi-Fi for your comfort.
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Haka House Queenstown
From 44$
While staying at Haka Lodge Queenstown, guests have access to Kiwi and Birdlife Park. The Queenstown hostel is also in a 10-minute drive from Ben Lomond Mountain. Life's a Grind Espresso lies 5 minutes on foot from this backpacker accommodation.
The landscaped park "Queenstown Garden" is located 15 minutes' walk to the hostel.
Haka Lodge Queenstown boasts a full kitchen and shared bathroom.
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Blue Peaks Lodge
From 84$
The property offers a prime location in proximity to the skate park "Queenstown Garden". Just off AJ Hackett Bungy, the hotel is 0.9 km of Skyline Gondola and Luge.
Kiwi and Birdlife Park is just 1.2 km away.
In-room facilities include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as coffee/tea makers. Also, they feature heated flooring. The private bathrooms have a shower.