Aparthotel

Lakefront Apartments

3.5 star property

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A balcony with a view of mountains and a lake.
Front of property
A dining area with a table set for two, a bottle of wine, and a plate of grapes and cheese.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the sea through large sliding doors.
Three Bedroom Executive Suite Lakeview | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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26 Lake Esplanade, Queenstown, 9300
  • Place, Steamer Wharf
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, TSS Earnslaw Steamship
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Queenstown Mall
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

2 Bedroom Suite

  • Partial lake view
  • 1292 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

2 Bedroom Premier Lakeview

  • Lake view
  • 1292 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Three Bedroom Executive Suite Lakeview

  • Lake view
  • 1184 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Queenstown

Located in Queenstown City Centre, Lakefront Apartments is adjacent to Lake Wakatipu and within a 5-minute walk of SKYCITY Wharf Casino. This 21-room, 3.5-star aparthotel has in-room conveniences like kitchens, sitting areas, and refrigerators.

What's nearby

  • Steamer Wharf - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • TSS Earnslaw Steamship - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Queenstown Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Queenstown Mall - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Skyline Queenstown - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Finz - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Smiths Craft Beer House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪My Thai Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pub On Wharf - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Vudu Cafe & Larder - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Lakefront Apartments

At Lakefront Apartments, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and laundry facilities. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available on request) for NZD 25 per person one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include local meal delivery service, a picnic area, and a vending machine.
Each apartment is individually decorated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a sitting area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a 32-inch TV with cable channels. The bathroom offers hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, an electric kettle, and a portable fan. Housekeeping is not available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Sandy beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Ski area nearby
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Snow tubing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM on request
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: NZD 45 per day

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Walkway to water

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Elevator
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Change of towels on request
  • Electrical adapters
  • Guidebooks
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Meal delivery service
  • Multilingual staff
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Vending machine

Location highlights

  • In a national park
  • In an entertainment district
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the boardwalk/promenade
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Private wine tours
  • Wine tours
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Segway rentals/tours nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Snowshoeing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • 21 units
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Traditional architecture

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 3.15 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [The Lakeside Motel 18 Lake Esplanade, Queenstown, New Zealand]
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 45.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 25 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 25 (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 45.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.15 percent

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No alcohol is served at Lakefront Apartments.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Lakefront Apartments Apartment Queenstown
Lakefront Apartments Apartment
Lakefront Apartments Queenstown
Lakefront Apartments
Lakefront Apartments Hotel Queenstown
Lakefront Apartments Aparthotel
Lakefront Apartments Queenstown
Lakefront Apartments Aparthotel Queenstown

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Lakefront Apartments?

Lakefront Apartments provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see around Lakefront Apartments?

This aparthotel is situated in Queenstown City Centre, just steps from Lake Wakatipu, and within a 10-minute walk of Steamer Wharf and TSS Earnslaw Steamship. You'll also find Queenstown Beach and Queenstown Mall less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Lakefront Apartments?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the aparthotel. Though parking is limited parking, wheelchair-accessible van parking and bicycle parking are also available.

Does Lakefront Apartments feature a casino on the premises?

No, Lakefront Apartments doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Lakefront Apartments?

No, there is no indoor pool at this aparthotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Lakefront Apartments?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this aparthotel, including a kitchen and meal delivery service in each apartment, and some feature lake view.

Are there hot tubs at Lakefront Apartments?

No, this aparthotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Lakefront Apartments have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Lakefront Apartments doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Lakefront Apartments allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Lakefront Apartments.

Are there connecting rooms at Lakefront Apartments?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this aparthotel.

What is the closest airport to Lakefront Apartments?

The closest major airport to Lakefront Apartments is Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN), which is 5.2 mi away (10 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Lakefront Apartments?

Yes, some apartments at Lakefront Apartments offer a furnished balcony and may feature lake views.

Lakefront Apartments Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 322 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 118 out of 322 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 322 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 322 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 322 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location beautiful View...everything needed for a comfy stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location by the water and close to all the action in Queenstown
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
10 stars for the location and view. Close to town and right on the lake. The property was very comfortable and perfectly fine although a little run down. Overall a fantastic stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect location for our very quick visit to Queenstown. Free parking and walking distance to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Karalea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Meg

Better than expected. Read the reviews and we were pleasantly surprised. It was quiet. Yes it needs some basic maintenance but had a great view. Close to town. We spent very little time in the appartment
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregor

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great location

Great location overlooking the lake.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dante

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good area and nice view
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Moana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
We have stayed before and would definitely return close walk to town on the flat, no hills
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great spot
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Perry

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great position , walking distance to town.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great views and convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kylie

Liked: Amenities, communication
Great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful outlook. Loved the separate areas from living to sleeping. Nicely presented. Very close to town. Easy walking distance.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication
Nice view of lake, and nice but dated apartment. Not as nice as the pictures. The location is excellent. Management of property tried to put us in dirty and awful smelling property until we threatened to file a complaint.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great hotel, great view and wonderful host
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great view, lots of space, would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location with lovely view of the lake
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Good accommodation

Very friendly staff and clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Henrike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved our stay. Great facilities and great location. We would definitely book it again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Clinton

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, awesome view and full amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great views
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location and spacious apartment
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
very convenience location close to everything. breathtaking lake view from living room. easy parking. enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Giyora

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent location. The apartment was big, clean and with fantastic lake views
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024