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Lakeside Motel - Queenstown

2.5 star property
Travelers enjoy scenic views from the terrace or venture to nearby Skyline Queenstown, all while staying connected with reliable in-room WiFi at this central motel.

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2 Bedroom Lakeview Family Room | Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board - Lakeside Motel - Queenstown (Queenstown)
Located in Queenstown City Centre, Lakeside Motel offers a practical base with scenic terrace views. Guests appreciate the convenient WiFi, dry cleaning/laundry services, and free self parking. The location receives consistently positive feedback from past guests.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio Queen and Single Lakeview

7.8 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

2 Bedroom Lakeview Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio Queen and Single Ground Floor

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • Partial lake view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Studio Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2

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Dining

Studio lakeview

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2

Two-Bedroom Family Room With Lake View

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Located in Queenstown City Centre, a neighborhood in Queenstown, Lakeside Motel - Queenstown is in the entertainment district and on the waterfront. Underwater Observatory and Queenstown Mini Golf are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Creative Queenstown Arts & Crafts Market and Steamer Wharf. Kiwi Park and Queenstown Ice Arena are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with downhill skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding and snowshoeing. Visit our Queenstown travel guide
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Map
18 Lake Esplanade, Queenstown, 9197

What's nearby

  • Steamer Wharf
    Steamer Wharf
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • TSS Earnslaw Steamship
    TSS Earnslaw Steamship
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kiwi Park
    Kiwi Park
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Landscape of Queenstown, New Zealand
    Queenstown Mall
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Skyline Queenstown
    Skyline Queenstown
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN)
    10 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fergburger
    7 min walk
  • Patagonia Chocolates
    7 min walk
  • Finz
    4 min walk
  • Smiths Craft Beer House
    6 min walk
  • My Thai Lounge
    5 min walk

About this property

Lakeside Motel - Queenstown

Motel located in Queenstown City Centre
Lakeside Motel - Queenstown provides amenities like a terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), concierge services, and a front-desk safe
  • Snow sports gear, multilingual staff, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the location
Room features
All guestrooms at Lakeside Motel - Queenstown boast thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and dining tables.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, kitchens, and mini fridges

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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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM on request
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Ski storage
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1975
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Oven
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 25 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 25 (one-way), (from 7 to 16 years old)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.15 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Alcohol is not served at this property

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Lakeside Motel Queenstown
Lakeside Queenstown
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Lakeside Queenstown Queenstown
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Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside Motel - Queenstown pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Motel - Queenstown?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Motel - Queenstown?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Lakeside Motel - Queenstown provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 8:00 AM–6:00 PM on request. A fee of NZD 25 per person applies.

Where is Lakeside Motel - Queenstown located?

Located in Queenstown City Centre, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Lake Wakatipu, SKYCITY Wharf Casino, and Steamer Wharf. Creative Queenstown Arts & Crafts Market and TSS Earnslaw Steamship are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Lakeside Motel - Queenstown Reviews

7.4

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

7.6

Staff & service

6.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 454 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 201 out of 454 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 454 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 454 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 454 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Ann-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The bed was comfortable and the room had been refurbished.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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4/10 Poor

Simon

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
On the lower end of budget accommodation and very overpriced. The beds were clean - so ok for one night but the kitchen/bathroom lneexed complete replacement. Noisy main road out front. Same site as lakeside backpackers, lakefront motel and lakeside apartments. Close to the lake and town for shopping and restaurants.
Dated kitchen area
Cracked sink
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Rebecca

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pictures online are not what it looks like. It is not updated inside and very dated.The location is great to be able to walk into town and overlooking the lake. And there was limited free parking. The wifi does make you have to sign up for advertisements. This was our honeymoon, in hindsight for $100nz more we could have stayed in a nice hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was clean, the staff very helpful and it was a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful view of the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was clean , although a bit old? Staff were helpful, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
beautiful view and close to shops.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, tidy room, some minor maintenance required but overall no complaints. Good shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Julie

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff were friendly rooms were filthy location was fantastic basic shabby rooms but excellent location Needs a renovation
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views, perfect location - very close to the town centre, it's convenient to walk everywhere. However, room was not attempted to be cleaned during the stay. I was offered clean towels though.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sadhana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Proximity to city centre was a BIG plus. Views from the neat room, balcony, helpful staff. Everything was good. Thanks. We had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room,beautiful view lake Wakapitu at own balcony .Staff very helpful, stock up towels,tea,coffee daily.Shower has good pressure.Bed is comfy,got electric blanket keeping warm.Bus number 1 stop about 100m down can take you to airport.Location very easy to walk to Queenstown mall,restaurants at the Wharf or skyline gondolas. You should pack lightly because there is no lift then had to carry luggage 2 floors.It is for improvement if hotel can have toilet roll holder rather left toilet roll at window edge .I will happy to come back to hotel next trip
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Astrid

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Balcony had the best view!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Close to town awesome views of lake whakatipu
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation looking over the lake. Easy walk into town for cafes, restaurants, and activities such as the gondola and boat cruises on the lake
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Great to be beside the lake so close to town.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dina-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, easy access to activities & shops
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Viktoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was very quiet and perfect locstion on the lake with walking dostance to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Keep your expectations realistic and you won’t be disappointed. It’s an older property and in a state of disrepair. It could definitely benefit from a major renovation. Kitchen is a bit primitive, bathroom ceiling could use some work. However, you can’t beat the location and the view. Comfortable bed and great staff. I’d stay here again despite the rustic qualities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Dale

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If it was real estate it would be called a fixer-upper. Built in the 60s and little done since. Mismatching garage sale furniture, unpredictable hot/cold shower, ancient kitchen, gardens and driveway a mess. Fixtures broken, areas unpainted. Very expensive for what it delivers which is zero luxury for the price. Only wins are the location is and the bed pretty comfy. Staff were fine
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No frills motel accommodation. Excellent view of the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Great view from room, short walk to restaurants

Lovely view of the lake from our balcony, large room with kitchen plus good-sized bath area, friendly staff, very easy walk to center of downtown activity, good value.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tadiwanashe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A bit of an old motel but it was clean and staff were helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean tidy room Great location. Older unit
Stayed 1 night in May 2025