Title: 10 Best Lakefront Hotels in Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific for 2026 | Expedia.ca

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# Lakefront Hotels & Resorts in Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific

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#### Gold Coast

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![Sunshine Coast which includes a river or creek, a house and boating](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/250000/250883-Sunshine-Coast.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

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## Our top choices for Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific hotels on the lake

![Outdoor pool, open 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6040000/6033500/6033432/54a97743.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Lake View | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6040000/6033500/6033432/63bdcf04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Luxury Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6040000/6033500/6033432/03a45d2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Lake View | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6040000/6033500/6033432/165565ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Reef Resort

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Taupo-Hotels-The-Reef-Resort-Heritage-Collection.h6033432.Hotel-Information)

Waipahihi

9.6/10

Exceptional

(951)

"Everything was great, recomend this place"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

william

CA $172

CA $197 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 14 - Dec 15

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Taupo-Hotels-The-Reef-Resort-Heritage-Collection.h6033432.Hotel-Information)

![Breakfast and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4268300/4268206/a9c7c485.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4268300/4268206/8b1e52a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4268300/4268206/66449400.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 Bedroom (Residence) | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4268300/4268206/2f4cc98b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Hilton-Queenstown-Resort-Spa.h4268206.Hotel-Information)

Kawarau Falls

8.6/10

Excellent

(1002)

"Great place to stay, fantastic rooms and awesome views. "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Ash

CA $285

CA $328 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 12 - Dec 13

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Hilton-Queenstown-Resort-Spa.h4268206.Hotel-Information)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/523300/523241/365cba5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/523300/523241/36be34af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine, beach views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/523300/523241/df847a8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/523300/523241/9d766678.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Millennium Resort Manuels

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Taupo-Hotels-Millennium-Resort-Manuels.h523241.Hotel-Information)

Waipahihi

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1001)

"Clean and excellent staff"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Kenneth

CA $171

CA $196 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 14 - Dec 15

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Taupo-Hotels-Millennium-Resort-Manuels.h523241.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2220000/2219900/2219853/6923044a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2220000/2219900/2219853/59c31433.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium Apartment | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2220000/2219900/2219853/w2046h1363x0y3-0bfea591.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2220000/2219900/2219853/51a66bb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Edgewater

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wanaka-Hotels-Edgewater.h2219853.Hotel-Information)

Wanaka

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1001)

"great location, upgraded room was excellent. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Thomas

CA $290

CA $335 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 12 - Dec 13

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wanaka-Hotels-Edgewater.h2219853.Hotel-Information)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/898900/898832/f17094f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/898900/898832/fea0c837.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/898900/898832/ecd1011c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/898900/898832/7789c9b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### VR Rotorua Lake Resort

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Rotorua-Hotels-VR-Rotorua-Lake-Resort.h898832.Hotel-Information)

Mourea

8.2/10

Very good

(1001)

"Good value for money"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

James

CA $94

CA $108 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 15 - Dec 16

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Rotorua-Hotels-VR-Rotorua-Lake-Resort.h898832.Hotel-Information)

![Food and drink](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5210000/5208800/5208769/82662f2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5210000/5208800/5208769/4bfedca5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 bars/lounges](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5210000/5208800/5208769/4db54654.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Room, Jetted Tub, Lake View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5210000/5208800/5208769/f496f74c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Lakes Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Adelaide-Hotels-Lakes-Hotel.h5208769.Hotel-Information)

West Lakes

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1001)

"Great to stay there again "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Steve

CA $199

CA $220 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Adelaide-Hotels-Lakes-Hotel.h5208769.Hotel-Information)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10900/10842/41b57eb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10900/10842/a7d64e3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10900/10842/bd403da3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10900/10842/fa785a27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Hotel-Queenstown.h10842.Hotel-Information)

Queenstown City Centre

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1002)

"Staff was very great, and worked hard to accommodate us whenever we asked for anything."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Scott

CA $313

CA $360 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 17 - Dec 18

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Hotel-Queenstown.h10842.Hotel-Information)

![Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5090000/5082800/5082749/a60ce8f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5090000/5082800/5082749/89973546.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Banquet hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5090000/5082800/5082749/fbb166fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Lakeside](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5090000/5082800/5082749/917de8a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Oasis Beach Motel 

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Taupo-Hotels-Oasis-Beach-Resort.h5082749.Hotel-Information)

Waipahihi

8.2/10

Very good

(1001)

"Perfect location, clean rooms, super easy stay!"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Lovejit

CA $80

CA $93 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 16 - Dec 17

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Taupo-Hotels-Oasis-Beach-Resort.h5082749.Hotel-Information)

![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4520000/4517100/4517013/d9a0bfb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Three-Bedroom Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4520000/4517100/4517013/a7460a9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4520000/4517100/4517013/e6c10d58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4520000/4517100/4517013/0afeab1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Taupo-Hotels-Twin-Peaks-Lakeside-Inn.h4517013.Hotel-Information)

Taupō Central

8.0/10

Very good

(1000)

"The bed was comfortable and the room was clean."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Larry

CA $105

CA $120 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 14 - Dec 15

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Taupo-Hotels-Twin-Peaks-Lakeside-Inn.h4517013.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/523300/523244/66ea1f68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast and dinner served, local cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/523300/523244/abcb4f8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/523300/523244/ed02054b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/523300/523244/4b156479.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Copthorne-Hotel-And-Resort-Queenstown-Lakefront.h523244.Hotel-Information)

Queenstown City Centre

8.2/10

Very good

(1001)

"Needs a Reno. Staff great"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Julianita N

CA $246

CA $282 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 20 - Dec 21

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Copthorne-Hotel-And-Resort-Queenstown-Lakefront.h523244.Hotel-Information)

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## Top Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific Hotel Reviews

![The Grace Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/470000/460400/460380/9236abcc_y.jpg)

### The Grace Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, friendly staff, easy arrival and departure procedures, lovely old building."

[](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-The-Grace-Hotel.h460380.Hotel-Information)

![Sofitel Sydney Wentworth](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/426600/426577/0a953d1d_y.jpg)

### Sofitel Sydney Wentworth

10/10 Excellent

"."

[](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Sofitel-Sydney-Wentworth.h426577.Hotel-Information)

![Oaks Melbourne on Collins Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1360000/1357500/1357421/863919b4_y.jpg)

### Oaks Melbourne on Collins Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Staff very courteous. I like its walking distance from Southern Cross. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Melbourne-Hotels-Oaks-Melbourne-On-Collins-Hotel.h1357421.Hotel-Information)

![Hilton Sydney](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16900/16892/7a9d3f18_y.jpg)

### Hilton Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were very friendly and professional, the lobby was grand and comfortable. And the room was spacious, modern and clean. We got lucky and had a top floor room, so the views were amazing. Some feedback which would improve the hotel further; the TV needs streaming services not just standard channels. And the cafe in the lobby didn't open until 7:30am, a bit late for most travellers. Thanks"

[](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Hilton-Sydney.h16892.Hotel-Information)

![Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/4900/4807/29e0978d_y.jpg)

### Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was wonderful. The only issues was that my partner organised champagne on arrival and it wasn’t in the room as planned, and he had to follow up with the staff (and it took another 30mins before it arrived)."

[](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Sheraton-Grand-Sydney-Hyde-Park.h4807.Hotel-Information)

![The Fullerton Hotel Sydney](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/290000/284400/284308/ee995c38_y.jpg)

### The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel"

[](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-The-Fullerton-Hotel-Sydney.h284308.Hotel-Information)

![Citadines on Bourke Melbourne](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3520000/3514700/3514642/78814baf_y.jpg)

### Citadines on Bourke Melbourne

10/10 Excellent

"Great Hotel to stay.. Enjoyed it "

[](https://expedia.ca/Melbourne-Hotels-Citadines-On-Bourke-Melbourne.h3514642.Hotel-Information)

![Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/451200/451160/f6ba25d7_y.jpg)

### Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne

10/10 Excellent

"Didn't have breakfast in hotel"

[](https://expedia.ca/Melbourne-Hotels-Rendezvous-Hotel-Melbourne.h451160.Hotel-Information)

![Four Seasons Hotel Sydney](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2300/2220/a7811611_y.jpg)

### Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"Pool, towels, robes & poolside drinks. Staff went the extra mile"

[](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Sydney.h2220.Hotel-Information)

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