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Balmoral Lodge

4.0 star property
Suburban lodge in Queenstown with free parking

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Deluxe Studio | Lake view
Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | LCD TV, books, video library
Deluxe House, Lake View | Lobby lounge
Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Deluxe House, Lake View | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Balmoral Lodge provides a quiet escape with its garden and comfortable terrace. Guests can use in-room WiFi, browse the video library, and get expert help from staff to plan day trips around the area.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | LCD TV, books, video library

Luxury Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Yard
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
  • 35 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds and 4 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed, Lake View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels

Deluxe Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2022
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
24 York Street, Queenstown, Otago, 9348

What's nearby

  • Queenstown Gardens - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Queenstown Mall - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • TSS Earnslaw Steamship - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kiwi and Birdlife Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Skyline Queenstown - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cookie Time - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪“Life’s a Grind” Coffee - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Novotel Queenstown Lakeside - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Balmoral Lodge

Upscale lodge remodeled in 2022 and located near Queenstown Gardens
Located close to TSS Earnslaw Steamship and Skyline Queenstown, Balmoral Lodge provides a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • A video library, smoke-free premises, and barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage, outdoor furniture, and books
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Balmoral Lodge offer thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and bathrobes, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free extended parking on site

Things to do

  • Books
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Piano
  • Ski storage
  • Video library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Renovated entire property - July 2022
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should note that the Gorge Road Apartment is located approximately a 5-minute drive from the property. Check-in and key collection is based at the property located at 24 York Street.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Balmoral Lodge
Balmoral Lodge Queenstown
Balmoral Queenstown
Balmoral Lodge Lodge
Balmoral Lodge Queenstown
Balmoral Lodge Lodge Queenstown

Frequently asked questions

Is Balmoral Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Balmoral Lodge?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Balmoral Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Balmoral Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Balmoral Lodge located?

Located in Queenstown City Centre, this lodge is within a 15-minute walk of Queenstown Gardens and TSS Earnslaw Steamship. Lake Wakatipu and Skyline Queenstown are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Balmoral Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 131 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 131 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 131 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 131 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 131 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at the Balmoral Lodge! The lodge was nice and clean and provided for a wonderful holiday!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ting Yuen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly hosts, clean and tidy
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheilah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Balmoral Lodge was a great spot for our Queenstown stay. Although it was up the hill, it was quite convenient and provided a beautiful view of the lake. Our stay was wonderful and would highly recommend it to visitors. We also really appreciated on-site parking!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outstanding!

Facilities and location were spot on...would definitely recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Annabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place with exceptional lake and mountain views. Views and rooms are as lovely as the promo photos . Cosy, comfortable, welcoming owner and very helpful staff. Friendly atmosphere.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Vid is an AWESOME host!! The lodge is clean, walkable, has great parking and very comfortable beds!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pictures of the views for Thai place didn’t do this place justice. Our views from our windows were gorgeous! The Hostess was very nice and receptive to our needs. Although the house was on a busy street, we didn’t feel like the place was too noisy. Easy walking distance to downtown, bit of a climb coming back from CBD. Highly recommended for extended stays, just make sure you plan for breakfasts.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Balmoral Lodge is a house up the hill from the centre of Queenstown. It is a nice clean house and our room had its own good clean bathroom and shower. The lady who comes in each day to clean the rooms is so kind and helpful and did our washing for us. It is a steep hill to walk from town but if you don't want the 10 minute walk it's easy enough to grab a cab.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for 4 nights (family - two adults and two teenagers), and it was just perfect for our stay. Two bedrooms (one queen, and one with two singles). The lodge was large enough to give everybody space, with two bathrooms. The lodge was self-contained with a full kitchen and laundry facilities. It was serviced daily, and the complementary chocolates and muffins each day was a very nice touch! It is a walkable distance into town, but it is on a steep hill so you'd only walk if you're very fit! The views were amazing! A very comfortable stay! We would stay here again if we're every lucky enough to come back.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Views. Subpar Everywhere Else.

We spent 12 nights in New Zealand and the two at the Balmoral were the lowlight. While the view was magnificent and exactly as pictured, the room itself was stuffy, with mold in the heavy curtains, carpets, or both. The Balmoral uses candles and incense and open windows to mask the room's condition; when Queenstown's colder evening temps led to closing our room's windows, the inside air not only became unpleasant, but for anyone with allergies or any respiratory issues, nearly unbreathable (note that without screens on the windows, bugs and flies also freely entered...which is not a fault of the owner/operator, just something to be aware of as a future guest). We spent the first night weighing whether to check-out early and eat the cost of our second night (as the Hotels.com booking, done weeks earlier, was non-refundable, a red flag to us for future bookings) and only limited options (during high season, for under $400/night) prevented that outcome. With that all said, for older couples this place may be exactly what they're after! But for us it was not. Details like a bathtub with a rounded half shower curtain were odd and the uphill location (that provided the great view) requires a fitness level for returning at night's end.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ebony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Balmoral Lodge was the perfect place to stay in Queenstown. The location is unbeatable—close to town but peaceful with stunning lake and mountain views. The facilities were spotless and well-equipped, and the space felt warm and comfortable. What really stood out was the incredible hospitality—so welcoming and helpful throughout our stay. We felt right at home. Would 100% stay here again. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheldon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

yeram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

매우 추천!!

너무 만족합니다 뷰도 멋있고 호스트 분들도 매우 친절하십니다 침실도 깨끗하게 정리되었으며 제공되는 머핀과 우유도 맛있었습니다~~ 시내에서 거리가 조금 있지만 그래서 밤에 보이는 별들도 너무 멋있었습니다 !! 그리고 강아지 벤지도 귀엽습니다 ^^ 덕분에 즐거운 허니문 보냈습니다!! 퀸스타운에 다시 간다면 또 방문할거에요!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Deborah

Disliked: Staff & service
I was NOT able to stay here due to health problems and the vertical climb to lodge. The property assured me I would get a refund, because they were able to rent unit that very same day. At this time i have NOT received the credit. Expedia was NOT available to assist with this issue
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jung Hyun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

예쁜숙소

뷰가 너무예쁜 로지 입니다 경사가심해 주차가 조금어려워요 걸어서 몰에서 올때는 힘드네요 청소후 창문을 열어놓아서 밤에 돌아오면 벌레들이 들어와있어요
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was wonderful. Loved the daily muffins. It is a steep climb to the property from downtown. Good hike or take a cab back. Very comfy bed. Limited kitchen access but was able to use microwave w owner’s permission.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayashree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Balmoral Lodge

We had a great stay at Balmoral Lodge. The lodge is in a beautiful location overlooking the lake. The property is a little dated but the rooms are comfortable and well-appointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desiree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, close to the city centre however far enough away you’re not in the chaos. Amazing views from the room. The staff and owner were so lovely and their little dog Benji was very welcoming. Would definitely be staying here again when we come back!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect spot

Every detail is attended too. Muffins and tea in my room in the morning and snacks and cocktails in living room in the evening. Views were amazing and landlady went above and beyond to be helpful to me. Loved this place. A little piece of serenity.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was perfect for my partner and I for 5 nights. The view was perfect and the place was clean and comfortable. We will be back if we ever return to Queenstown again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, great hospitality and great views
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just up the road from tons of restaurants and shopping
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

omar anselmo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful place! The staff is very kind! We recommend ir so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly Host, so helpful & welcoming I will be back !!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Huong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, spacious and classy decorations accommodation with beautiful view of lake Wakatipu and the mountains behind.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

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