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1. Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Kawarau Falls
Singapore
Zujian
CA $252
CA $290 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

2. DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown

DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown
Kawarau Falls
Australia
Sophie
CA $178
CA $205 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown

3. Queenstown Village Apartments

Queenstown Village Apartments
Kawarau Falls
Australia
chantel
CA $256
CA $296 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Queenstown Village Apartments

4. Sherwood Queenstown

Sherwood Queenstown
Queenstown
Australia
Ben
CA $151
CA $173 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Sherwood Queenstown

5. Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
Frankton
Australia
Arby Batinga
CA $155
CA $179 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

6. Wyndham Garden Queenstown

Wyndham Garden Queenstown
Frankton
Australia
Mark
CA $133
CA $153 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Wyndham Garden Queenstown

7. Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
Frankton
Australia
Gerhard
CA $203
CA $236 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

8. La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Frankton
Canada
MohammadJavad
CA $161
CA $185 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 19 - Sep 20
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

9. Quest Queenstown

Quest Queenstown
Frankton
Australia
Ranveer
CA $148
CA $170 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Quest Queenstown

10. Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park
Frankton
Australia
Jennifer
CA $169
CA $195 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park

11. The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Queenstown
Australia
Lillian
CA $394
CA $454 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

12. Avani Queenstown Hotel

Avani Queenstown Hotel
Queenstown
Australia
Liam Adam Charles
CA $190
CA $219 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Avani Queenstown Hotel

13. Hurley's of Queenstown

Hurley's of Queenstown
Queenstown City Centre
Australia
Allison
CA $149
CA $173 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Hurley's of Queenstown

14. voco Queenstown by IHG

voco Queenstown by IHG
Queenstown City Centre
Australia
Wendell
CA $228
CA $262 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
voco Queenstown by IHG

15. Holiday Inn Queenstown Frankton Road by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Frankton Road by IHG
Queenstown
Australia
SungEun
CA $162
CA $186 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Holiday Inn Queenstown Frankton Road by IHG

16. Melbourne Lodge

Melbourne Lodge
Queenstown City Centre
United Kingdom
Kelly
CA $127
CA $148 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Melbourne Lodge

17. Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
Queenstown City Centre
Australia
Thurston
CA $217
CA $250 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

18. Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Queenstown
CA $202
CA $233 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

19. Autoline Motel

Autoline Motel
Queenstown City Centre
Australia
Mike
CA $128
CA $149 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Autoline Motel

20. Mi-pad Queenstown

Mi-pad Queenstown
Queenstown City Centre
Australia
Luke
CA $178
CA $210 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Mi-pad Queenstown
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Stay near popular Kawarau Falls attractions

The Remarkables Ski Area

9.0/10 (363 reviews)
Skiers and snowboarders will find plenty of inviting slopes at this ski mountain, known for being one of New Zealand’s best venues for freestyle snow riding.
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Shadow Basin Chair

8.4/10 (23 reviews)
Enjoy a trip to Shadow Basin Chair and popular activities like skiing in Kawarau Falls. Discover the mountain views in this walkable area, or enjoy its local tours.
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Learn more about Kawarau Falls

Nestled along the shores of Lake Wakatipu, this alpine paradise offers spectacular skiing at The Remarkables where fresh powder awaits adventure-seekers. Take a peaceful lakeside stroll through Queenstown Gardens before unwinding on Queenstown Beach with mountain views framing your afternoon.

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A mountainous landscape with snow-capped peaks and a foreground of yellow and red flowering shrubs.
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Top Kawarau Falls Hotel Reviews

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

10/10 Excellent
"good"
Kishan 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

10/10 Excellent
"Accomodation was good, bathroom was a little dirty, plenty of dust built up above the dryer. Little things aside, happy with our stay. Pizza was great 👌."
Rey 5-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Staff and property top shelf ... helped us late at night ..nothing but top quality service.. from reception staff .."
Antoni 1-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown

8/10 Good
"Great place to stay and location and proximity to Queenstown 😌 Have stayed at QT Queenstown many times my only feedback is there was no communication on construction works would recommend to advise guests in advance and reflect in the pricing until construction completed."
Jennifer 4-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
QT Queenstown
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

8/10 Good
"Everything is good we are enjoyed"
Ahmad 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
Mi-pad Queenstown

Mi-pad Queenstown

10/10 Excellent
"Clean and tidy hotel with proximity to the town and restaurants. Modern and new facilities. I should correct my previous comments, the hotel does provide connection from mobile phone to TV by GoogleCast providing necessary access to your own YouTube and streaming (the hotel provides only regular local TV channels)."
Kwok Ting 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Mi-pad Queenstown
Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse

10/10 Excellent
"Great all round accomodation with stunning views when having dinner lunch or breakfast to staff that are knowledgeable and a clean room with also stunning views in any room you stay in"
Aidan 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Kamana Lakehouse
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful room, great staff and good location. We had a car but did use the free shuttle service which was very good (once an hour). Dinner at the restaurant was superb. Genuinely wonderful place."
Emily 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown

DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown

10/10 Excellent
"The room was large with a nice view of the lake. The beds were comfortable. The buffet breakfast was very good with lots of options. The hotel is in a quiet location close to the airport with walking distance to a small shopping centre. There were nice walking paths around the lake. All staff are very friendly and helpful."
Marica 4-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown

More cheap stays in Kawarau Falls

Hampshire Holiday Parks - Arrowtown

Hampshire Holiday Parks - Arrowtown

12B Centennial Avenue Arrowtown
CA $46
CA $53 total
Sep 19 - Sep 20
includes taxes & fees
Hampshire Holiday Parks - Arrowtown
Lakeside Backpackers

Lakeside Backpackers

18a Lake Esplanade Queenstown
CA $79
CA $92 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
includes taxes & fees
6/10 (24 reviews)
Lakeside Backpackers
The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers

The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers

39 Robins Rd Queenstown
CA $114
CA $132 total
Sep 11 - Sep 12
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very good! (127 reviews)
The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

5-11 Church Street Queenstown
CA $124
CA $143 total
Sep 15 - Sep 16
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very good! (772 reviews)
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
Luxe Suites and Apartments

Luxe Suites and Apartments

1 Gorge Road Queenstown
CA $219
CA $251 total
Oct 8 - Oct 9
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
Luxe Suites and Apartments
Absoloot Hostel Queenstown

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown

50 Beach Street Queenstown Otago
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9/10 Wonderful! (172 reviews)
Absoloot Hostel Queenstown

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Kawarau Falls?
The best area to stay in Kawarau Falls is right at the base of the falls, particularly around the Kawarau Falls Station development.This area is relatively new and purpose-built for visitors, offering modern accommodation options. It's situated directly on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, providing stunning views of the lake and the surrounding mountains. The main road through the area, Frankton Road, connects it directly to Queenstown's town centre, making travel straightforward. You'll find a selection of dining options, from casual eateries to more refined restaurants, all within easy walking distance.For couples looking for a relaxing escape with beautiful scenery, this area is ideal. Many hotels here offer rooms with balconies overlooking the lake, superb for enjoying a sunrise or sunset. The walking and cycling trails along the lakefront are easily accessible, providing a pleasant way to explore the natural surroundings. It offers a slightly quieter alternative to the bustling centre of Queenstown, while still being very convenient.Families will also find Kawarau Falls a great choice. The modern apartments and hotels often provide more space than typical city centre rooms, and many feature amenities like indoor swimming pools and high-end fitness equipment. The proximity to the lake means easy access to activities like paddleboarding or simply enjoying the lakeside parks.
What are the best hotels in Kawarau Falls that travellers recommend?
Two highly recommended hotels in Kawarau Falls are the Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa and the DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown.The 5-star Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa, with an 8.6 rating, offers spacious and beautiful rooms, often with lake views. Guests frequently praise the friendly and amazing staff, excellent food, and the overall beautiful location. Each room includes designer toiletries, premium bedding, and climate control, with some featuring a private outdoor hot tub or a fireplace.Another excellent choice is the 4.5-star DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown, also rated 8.6. Travellers appreciate its beautiful and clean rooms, incredible service, and wonderful breakfast. Many rooms offer lake views, and the hotel provides 24-hour room service and air conditioning for comfort. Both hotels are conveniently located near attractions like Alpine Aqualand and Frankton Beach.
What are the best family hotels in Kawarau Falls?
For families travelling to Kawarau Falls, the Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa and the DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown are excellent choices.The 5-star Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa, with an 8.6 rating, offers spacious and beautiful rooms, with options for connecting rooms, sofa beds, and rollaway extra beds, ensuring comfort for the whole family. They also provide travel cribs and free standard cribs upon request. Guests frequently praise the friendly and amazing staff, and the hotel's excellent location. It is conveniently close to Alpine Aqualand and Frankton Beach, both within 1.6 km.Another great option is the 4.5-star DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown, also rated 8.6. This hotel provides amenities such as sofa beds and connecting rooms, ideal for families. They also offer on-site babysitting and childcare services. For those interested in winter sports, the hotel is conveniently located near a ski area and offers ski rental on-site. Guests consistently praise the beautiful and clean rooms, the incredible service, and the convenient location.
What are the best 5-star hotels in Kawarau Falls?
For an exceptional stay in Kawarau Falls, two highly-rated 5-star hotels are the Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa and the Lanah Residence.The 5-star Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa, with an excellent 8.6 rating, offers spacious and beautiful rooms along with amenities such as designer toiletries, premium bedding, and bathrobes. Guests can enjoy a private outdoor hot tub, and some rooms feature lake or resort views. Valet parking is available for convenience. The hotel is located close to Alpine Aqualand and Frankton Beach, both within 1.6 km.Another outstanding option is the 5-star Lanah Residence, which boasts a superb 10.0 rating. This residence provides luxurious features including a private pool, a private plunge pool, and a private chef. Guests can enjoy stunning lake and mountain views, air conditioning, and premium bedding. Private winery tours can also be arranged.
What are the best spa hotels in Kawarau Falls?
For exceptional spa hotels in Kawarau Falls, consider the Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa and the Lanah Residence.The 5-star Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa, with an 8.6 rating, offers an extensive spa experience. Guests can enjoy a wide array of treatments, including facial treatments, body wraps, body scrubs, manicures, pedicures, and various massage therapies in the dedicated treatment rooms. It also features a steam room and aromatherapy treatments. The hotel is praised for its spacious and beautiful rooms, friendly staff, and excellent location near Lake Wakatipu.Another excellent choice is the 5-star Lanah Residence, which boasts an outstanding 10.0 rating. This residence provides a luxurious spa experience with private outdoor rooftop hot tubs and massage services. Guests also benefit from a complimentary full breakfast. It is located near Lake Wakatipu, offering a serene setting for relaxation.
What hotels in Kawarau Falls offer free breakfast?
For hotels in Kawarau Falls that offer complimentary breakfast, the Lanah Residence is an excellent choice.The 5-star Lanah Residence, holding a great 10.0 rating, provides free breakfast, including a full breakfast option, ensuring a great start to your day. This residence also boasts a private hot tub, with an outdoor rooftop option, and a well-equipped kitchen. It is conveniently located just 1.4 km from Frankton Beach and 1.0 km from Remarkables Park Town Centre.
What are the most romantic hotels in Kawarau Falls for couples?
For a romantic stay in Kawarau Falls, consider the Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa or the Lanah Residence.The 5-star Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa, with an 8.6 rating, offers spacious and beautiful rooms that are superb for couples. Guests frequently praise the friendly and amazing staff, the excellent location, and delicious food. The hotel features a hot tub, some rooms have balconies, and there are even couples' treatment rooms and a sauna, providing a truly relaxing experience. It is also conveniently located just 14.1 km from Lake Wakatipu.Another excellent choice for couples is the 5-star Lanah Residence, which boasts a superb 10.0 rating. This property is ideal for a private and romantic getaway, offering private hot tubs, some of which are outdoor and on the rooftop. Many rooms also feature balconies, and guests can enjoy stunning lake and mountain views. Free full breakfast is included, and it is located 14.3 km from Lake Wakatipu.
What are the best hotels in Kawarau Falls near Frankton Beach?
For excellent hotels in Kawarau Falls near Frankton Beach, consider the DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown, the Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa, or Queenstown Village Apartments.The 4.5-star DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown, with an 8.6 rating, is just 1.3 km from Frankton Beach. Guests consistently praise its beautiful and clean rooms, incredible service, and convenient location. It has features friendly for families like sofa beds, connecting rooms, and babysitting services.Another superb choice is the 5-star Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa, also rated 8.6, which is similarly located just 1.3 km from Frankton Beach. This resort features spacious and beautiful rooms, and the staff are frequently described as friendly and amazing. It provides amenities such as travel cribs, sofa beds, and a pool.For those preferring apartment-style accommodation, the 4.5-star Queenstown Village Apartments, with an 8.8 rating, are also 1.3 km from Frankton Beach. These apartments are highly rated for their excellent location and comfortable rooms, offering kitchens, balconies, and patios for a more independent stay.
When is the best time to go to Kawarau Falls?
The best time to visit Kawarau Falls depends on whether you're seeking a summer adventure or a winter sports break.For those looking for warm weather activities, December to February offers the peak summer experience. During these months, the weather is generally warm and sunny, superb for enjoying water sports on the Kawarau River, hiking the numerous trails, or exploring the surrounding vineyards. It's a great time for couples and families who want to make the most of the outdoor pursuits.If winter sports are your priority, then June to August is the ideal time to visit. This period brings crisp, cold weather and, most importantly, snow to the nearby mountains, making it superb for skiing and snowboarding. While Kawarau Falls itself isn't a ski resort, its proximity to major ski fields like Coronet Peak and The Remarkables makes it a convenient and comfortable base for a winter holiday.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Kawarau Falls.
How much is the nightly rate at a Kawarau Falls hotel?
Prices for hotels in Kawarau Falls often vary, but you can find a great deal from CA $53 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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