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1. The Reef Resort

The Reef Resort
4.0 star property
Waipahihi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (985 reviews)
"The lady staff was lovely, beautiful spot. Beautiful spa and pool even in cold windy weather i was in there. Room had cooking facilities and very clean. Enjoyed my stay. The offsite gym you have access too Empower fitness is good too."
Australia
Shontelle
The price is CA $152
CA $177 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
The Reef Resort
A riverside hotel with modern architecture, a walking path, and a view of mountains.

2. Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Kawarau Falls
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Absolutely loved the breakfast daily, fresh food, great variety and the staff were all so lovely and helpful. Rooms were cleaned well and beds made daily with fresh towels. Great location by the lake."
Australia
Kacie
The price is CA $272
CA $312 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
A table set for dining with a view of a lake and a boat in the distance.

3. Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō

Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō
4.5 star property
Waipahihi
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great lakefront property."
Australia
Sandra
The price is CA $167
CA $192 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Millennium Hotel and Resort Manuels Taupō
A group of people seated on wicker furniture facing a lake with mountains in the background.

4. Edgewater

Edgewater
4.5 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice staff, beautiful grounds, good breakfast, great location, overall fantastic."
United States
Drew
The price is CA $218
CA $252 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Edgewater
A lakeside seating area with a view of the sunset over the water.

5. VR Rotorua Lake Resort

VR Rotorua Lake Resort
4.5 star property
Mourea
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful resort and views"
Australia
Carike
The price is CA $60
CA $68 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
VR Rotorua Lake Resort
A balcony with a fire feature, seating, and a view of snow-capped mountains.

6. Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG

Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG
4.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"The location is superb second to none"
Australia
Wayne
The price is CA $302
CA $347 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG
A swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by plants and a building with a balcony.

7. Oasis Beach Motel

Oasis Beach Motel
4.5 star property
Waipahihi
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay! Loved being right on the lake front. Awesome shower and comfy bed. Bed was made and towels changed most days which was a nice touch. We loved our stay!"
Australia
Megan
The price is CA $75
CA $88 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Oasis Beach Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

8. Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn

Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn
3.5 star property
Taupō Central
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff"
Australia
Nicole
The price is CA $88
CA $102 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn
A room with a view of mountains and a lake. There is a round table and two chairs.

9. Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront

Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"really good last minute booking good price. happy. Great to have a balcony. Room clean."
Australia
Adrian
The price is CA $207
CA $239 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront
A modern building with a central atrium, large windows, and a view of a lake and mountains.

10. The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
5.0 star property
Queenstown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"We spent 7nights at the Rees, perfect location, central to all transportation and amenities.. comfortable and clean accommodation with great staff"
Australia
Lillian
The price is CA $386
CA $447 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
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