Novotel Queenstown Lakeside

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

Photo gallery for Novotel Queenstown Lakeside

Exterior
Concierge desk
View from room
Bar (on property)
Private spa tub

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Room service
The current price is AU$303
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec

Explore the area

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Corner of Earl and Marine Parade, Queenstown, 9348
  • Place, Queenstown Mall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Queenstown Gardens
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Queenstown Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Lakeside

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 27 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 27 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(60 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Lakeside

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • 26 sq m
  • Partial lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Queenstown

A family-friendly stay in the heart of Queenstown awaits you at Novotel Queenstown Lakeside. Within steps you'll find Williams Cottage and Lake Wakatipu. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and balconies. .The restaurant, Elements, is open for breakfast and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the gym and Hot tub as well as access to bike hire. 646 square feet (60 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry facilities and ski storage. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .In proximity to this 4-property class Queenstown City Centre hotel you'll find Coronet Peak Ski Area.

What's nearby

  • Queenstown Mall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Queenstown Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Queenstown Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • TSS Earnslaw Steamship - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Skyline Queenstown - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cookie Time - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Novotel Queenstown Lakeside - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Eichardt's Private Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Botswana Butchery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Elements Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Novotel Queenstown Lakeside

Family-friendly hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside offers its guests Access to hot tub and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. Event space at this hotel measures 646 square feet (60 square metres) and includes conference space. Multilingual staff, ski storage, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly Novotel Queenstown Lakeside. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Queenstown hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 273 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 646 sq ft of conference space
  • 60 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1987
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside offers 273 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and free newspapers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. A pillow menu is available. 21-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Queenstown hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access, with a Wi-Fi speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Valet parking on site (NZD 50 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; NZD 37 for adults and NZD 19 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Elements

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 646 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1987
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 21-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 100 per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately NZD 37 for adults and from NZD 19.00 for children
  • Valet parking fee: NZD 50 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the heated pool
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the heated pool. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Up to 2 children aged 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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Lakeside Novotel Queenstown
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Novotel Queenstown Lakeside?

Novotel Queenstown Lakeside offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Novotel Queenstown Lakeside?

As of 26 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Novotel Queenstown Lakeside on 9 Dec 2025 start from AU$303.38, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Novotel Queenstown Lakeside?

Yep, Novotel Queenstown Lakeside has valet parking with in/out privileges for NZD 50 per night. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Novotel Queenstown Lakeside?

Yep, Novotel Queenstown Lakeside is a short 2-minute walk from Queenstown Beach. Fun beach activities include parasailing and kayaking. You can also find boat tours.

What makes Novotel Queenstown Lakeside a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Novotel Queenstown Lakeside.

Is Novotel Queenstown Lakeside family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and babysitting services, as well as childcare services and free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Novotel Queenstown Lakeside is a hit with families.

Does Novotel Queenstown Lakeside serve breakfast?

You bet, our travelers can't get enough of the buffet breakfast here! Offered on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 10:30 AM and weekends between 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Novotel Queenstown Lakeside?

No, Novotel Queenstown Lakeside does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Novotel Queenstown Lakeside?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Novotel Queenstown Lakeside?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Novotel Queenstown Lakeside?

No, pets are not allowed.