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

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## Top Cities in Australia - New Zealand and the South Pacific

![Bora Bora which includes tropical scenes, mountains and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602861/19b5a7a4-1471-4d05-a703-f167c1a58b86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Bora Bora

[](https://expedia.ca/Bora-Bora-Hotels-Lake-Hotels.0-0-d602861-tLakeHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

![Gold Coast](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180064/ab4152bf-df6e-4a8b-9f74-c6e6d467b197.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Gold Coast

[](https://expedia.ca/Gold-Coast-Hotels-Lake-Hotels.0-0-d180064-tLakeHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

![Sunshine Coast which includes a river or creek, a house and boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047727/8d010f8d-8f01-465a-92d4-314f12af46f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Sunshine Coast

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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)

![Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed, Lake View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6040000/6033500/6033432/8320dd58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed, Lake View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6040000/6033500/6033432/ef03f702.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View, Lakeside | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6040000/6033500/6033432/7df455b9.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

(961 reviews)

"Incredible hospitality and location "

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

Ella

CA $158

CA $183 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 29 - Jan 30

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

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4268300/4268206/d4a3bdf7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4268300/4268206/0b240807.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe  2 Bedrooms, Lake View (Residence) | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4268300/4268206/8f3e9d09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lake view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4268300/4268206/216c4d32.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

(1,012 reviews)

"Outstanding hotel, would return!"

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

Megan

CA $362

CA $417 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 30 - Jan 31

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

![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)

![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)

![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)

![Junior Suite Queen with Lake View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/523300/523241/e3251be3.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

(1,005 reviews)

"The room and view were lovely. Staff very nice. Location was good."

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

Margaret

CA $205

CA $236 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

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

![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2220000/2219900/2219853/36dee441.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Hotel Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2220000/2219900/2219853/cecb3e15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2220000/2219900/2219853/9402a512.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)

### Edgewater

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

Wanaka

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1,001 reviews)

"great location, upgraded room was excellent. "

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

Thomas

CA $406

CA $468 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

[](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)

![Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/898900/898832/ca21fd5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Twin Room, Lake View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/898900/898832/3862132f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/898900/898832/920f9deb.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

(1,002 reviews)

"Friendly staff and great views"

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

Vijayaragavan

CA $80

CA $92 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 29 - Jan 30

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

![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)

![Superior Triple Room | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5210000/5208800/5208769/fbdee52d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 bars/lounges](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5210000/5208800/5208769/9993e621.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 bars/lounges](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5210000/5208800/5208769/18d524cd.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

(1,008 reviews)

"Staff great, restaurant great, breakfast great, great location, great view"

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

Matthew

CA $187

CA $207 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 8 - Feb 9

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

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10900/10842/364a945c.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)

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

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10900/10842/52aba18f.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

(1,001 reviews)

"A wonderful hotel"

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

Paul

CA $382

CA $439 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

[](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)

![Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5090000/5082800/5082749/76ede36e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![House, 3 Bedrooms, Lakeside | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5090000/5082800/5082749/cf2ba2fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![House, 3 Bedrooms, Lakeside | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5090000/5082800/5082749/103ec869.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

8.0/10

Very good

(1,017 reviews)

"pool was nice and warm very relaxing"

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

Bryan

CA $83

CA $96 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 10 - Feb 11

[](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/debd922f.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

(1,016 reviews)

"Perfect place to stay, rooms were tidg "

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

Steph

CA $122

CA $140 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 28 - Jan 29

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

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/523300/523244/7a27ba8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/523300/523244/36e5a29c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/523300/523244/e9cd619e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/523300/523244/66ea1f68.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

(1,004 reviews)

"Great location. Clean room and nice staff. They also have a laundry room which was helpful for us. "

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

Yaser

CA $281

CA $324 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 29 - Jan 30

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

### The Fullerton Hotel Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"A superb hotel, great service, friendly staff, fantastic location! The only place to stay in Sydney!"

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

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

### Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne

10/10 Excellent

"I love art deco, and this hotel provided not only the architecture but also the mood of an 1930s hotel. The room was nice and the amenities were all fine. And the location was also excellent. The Tram stop was literally outside an the main streets less than 100m away. Perfect."

[](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

"Loved my stay. The room was nice with a decent view. The room was clean "

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

![Swissotel Sydney](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/450000/447800/447792/9c0b00e0_y.jpg)

### Swissotel Sydney

10/10 Excellent

"Checking in process were fast-and easy. staff were very helpful, friendly and accommodating."

[](https://expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Swissotel-Sydney.h447792.Hotel-Information)

![Stamford Plaza Melbourne](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/450000/447900/447801/d7a81727_y.jpg)

### Stamford Plaza Melbourne

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent hotel to stay in Melbourne close to everything, great quality, service and amenities "

[](https://expedia.ca/Melbourne-Hotels-Stamford-Plaza-Melbourne.h447801.Hotel-Information)

![Rydges Melbourne](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/426600/426574/ab7acde9_y.jpg)

### Rydges Melbourne

10/10 Excellent

"Easy quick self check in. Nice clean room might try & upgrade to a more spacious room next time. Great foyer space & bar/ restaurant which is handy. Lovely outdoor pool space just a bit crowded.. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Melbourne-Hotels-Rydges-Melbourne.h426574.Hotel-Information)

![The Victoria Hotel Melbourne](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/18300/18225/8d8562e1_y.jpg)

### The Victoria Hotel Melbourne

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and a good size. You had everything you needed without any extras."

[](https://expedia.ca/Melbourne-Hotels-The-Victoria-Hotel-Melbourne.h18225.Hotel-Information)

![Space Hotel - Hostel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2110000/2100100/2100092/7a354096_y.jpg)

### Space Hotel - Hostel

10/10 Excellent

"Best amenities of any hostel I’ve stayed at"

[](https://expedia.ca/Melbourne-Hotels-Space-Hotel-Hostel.h2100092.Hotel-Information)

![Grand Hyatt Melbourne](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23800/23775/1c99555d_y.jpg)

### Grand Hyatt Melbourne

10/10 Excellent

"Room was perfect and the staff were helpful and friendly."

[](https://expedia.ca/Melbourne-Hotels-Grand-Hyatt-Melbourne.h23775.Hotel-Information)

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