Title: 10 Best Lakefront Hotels in New Zealand for 2026 | Expedia.ca

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## Our top choices for New Zealand 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

(954)

"Great room overlooking the lake, Clean room and friendly staff. Excellent amenities and lovely heated outdoor pools. "

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

Michael

CA $220

CA $256 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026

[](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)

![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)

![Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4268300/4268206/fc2526cd.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

(1004)

"Front office staff was attentive and available 24/7 for any needs. Grounds were clean, quiet, slightly removed from the main downtown of Queenstown but only a short drive away and it was nice to be on the other side away from the action a bit. Good if you’re looking for a little more privacy and relaxed pace. "

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

Courtney

CA $300

CA $345 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026

[](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)

"Everything was great and we weren’t disappointed by the amazing view of the lake"

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

Brenda

CA $187

CA $215 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 27 - Jan 28, 2026

[](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 $402

CA $468 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2026

[](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)

![Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/898900/898832/fe81f79a.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)

![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)

### VR Rotorua Lake Resort

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

Mourea

8.2/10

Very good

(1001)

"Lovely"

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

Kushal

CA $149

CA $172 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026

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

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

![Suite, 1 Bedroom, Lake View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10900/10842/65956813.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

(1003)

"Great location, comfortable "

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

Sophia

CA $334

CA $385 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 24 - Jan 25, 2026

[](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)

![Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5090000/5082800/5082749/36774762.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

(1000)

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

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

Lovejit

CA $109

CA $127 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026

[](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)

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

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4520000/4517100/4517013/74f6e856.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)

### Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn

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

Taupō Central

8.0/10

Very good

(1001)

"Good location, Nothing flash. Comfortable bed"

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

Kayley

CA $151

CA $173 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026

[](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)

![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)

![Junior Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/523300/523244/6c2d361c.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)

### 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 $275

CA $317 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026

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

![Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/120000/110500/110468/5595d987.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/120000/110500/110468/bd7838da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/120000/110500/110468/6376c0fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/120000/110500/110468/25bc99e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-The-Rees-Hotel-And-Luxury-Apartments.h110468.Hotel-Information)

Queenstown

9.4/10

Exceptional

(1002)

"Clean room, great property to stay and excellent location."

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

Nandini & Mohit

CA $480

CA $552 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-The-Rees-Hotel-And-Luxury-Apartments.h110468.Hotel-Information)

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## Top New Zealand Hotel Reviews

![James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24900/24850/72179529_y.jpg)

### James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

10/10 Excellent

"Service was excellent and the room was clean. Consider a toaster that can manage sourdough or change the loaf size breakfast hot dish covers were on upside down making it difficult to access the food beneath. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Hotels-James-Cook-Hotel-Grand-Chancellor.h24850.Hotel-Information)

![Rydges Auckland](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/550000/548800/548771/f349763b_y.jpg)

### Rydges Auckland

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, good location near great restaurants just down the street, great breakfast buffet, nice lavender water at the lobby."

[](https://expedia.ca/Auckland-Hotels-Rydges-Auckland.h548771.Hotel-Information)

![La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59200000/59194900/59194834/069a4291_y.jpg)

### La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

10/10 Excellent

"Quiet location, modern, clean and within a short drive to the local shopping center and Queenstown. Great view of The Remarkables too "

[](https://expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-LQ-Queenstown.h59194834.Hotel-Information)

![Novotel Auckland Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4230000/4223700/4223624/15c535b9_y.jpg)

### Novotel Auckland Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely stay!! Room was superb. Service was great. The food at the restaurant was lovely. Coffee and breakfast were nice. All round great stay. will highly recommend. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Auckland-Hotels-Novotel-Auckland-Airport.h4223624.Hotel-Information)

![Sudima Queenstown Five Mile](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67280000/67277800/67277771/e03dbca6_y.jpg)

### Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room and modern "

[](https://expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Sudima-Queenstown.h67277771.Hotel-Information)

![Bealey Quarter](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32950000/32947200/32947186/2730b43c_y.jpg)

### Bealey Quarter

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely clean room. Good dining. Would stay again"

[](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Bealey-Quarter.h32947186.Hotel-Information)

![Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8100/8072/0b184964_y.jpg)

### Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay!"

[](https://expedia.ca/Auckland-Hotels-Cordis.h8072.Hotel-Information)

![The Grand by SkyCity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1390000/1386200/1386172/af1bd6d9_y.jpg)

### The Grand by SkyCity

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic hotel, great location even better staff! "

[](https://expedia.ca/Auckland-Hotels-The-Grand-By-SkyCity.h1386172.Hotel-Information)

![SkyCity Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41000/40995/ad21af79_y.jpg)

### SkyCity Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"10"

[](https://expedia.ca/Auckland-Hotels-SkyCity-Hotel.h40995.Hotel-Information)

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