Hotels on the beach in New Zealand

Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beach hotels and resorts New Zealand. I hope you will like it!

This page was last updated in June 2026.

The List 66 Amazing Beach Hotels in New Zealand

  • 1 Hopewell Lodge Kenepuru Sounds
    Guest Rating 9.8

    • This hotel has a private beach area

    Offering garden views, Hopewell Lodge in Kenepuru Sounds has accommodations, free bikes, a garden, a private beach area, a shared lounge and a terrace. The lodge features both WiFi and private parking free of charge. Some units have a dining area and/or a balcony. Show full description

    Address 7204 Kenepuru Road, Double Bay, Kenepuru Sound Show on map
    • Water sports facility
  • 2 The Bay House Beachfront Accommodation ***** Cape Foulwind
    Guest Rating 9.7

    Located in Cape Foulwind, The Bay House Beachfront Accommodation has accommodations with free WiFi, air conditioning and access to a garden with a grill. The lodge provides guests with a terrace, sea views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a dishwasher, and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. Some units have a balcony and/or patio. Show full description

    Address 433 Tauranga Bay Road Show on map
  • 3 Motel de la Mer **** Napier
    Guest Rating 9.5

    Surrounded by restaurants and cafes in Napier city center, Motel de la Mer offers ocean-facing suites with a fully equipped kitchen. Some rooms have a balcony with ocean and city views. Guests enjoy free WiFi access. Show full description

    Address 321 Marine Parade Show on map
  • 4 Evolve Bach Whitianga
    Guest Rating 9.5

    Situated in Whitianga, 48 km from Driving Creek Railway and Potteries and 37 km from Cathedral Cove, Evolve Bach provides accommodation with amenities such as free WiFi and a flat-screen TV. Located 700 metres from Whitianga Beach, the property provides a garden and free private parking. The chalet comes with 1 bedroom, a fully equipped kitchenette with a fridge and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Show full description

    Address 4 Campbell Street Show on map
  • 5 Sunlit Bay Villas Coopers Beach
    Guest Rating 9.5

    • This hotel has a private beach area

    Sunlit Bay Villas has sea views, free WiFi and free private parking, set in Coopers Beach, a few steps from Coopers Beach. All units include a fully equipped kitchen, allowing guests to prepare their own meals. Windsurfing, diving and snorkelling are possible within the area, and the lodge offers a private beach area. Show full description

    Address 121 State Highway 10 Show on map
  • 6 Bay Vista Waterfront Motel **** Picton
    Guest Rating 9.4

    • This hotel has a private beach area

    Offering a stunning waterfront location, Bay Vista Waterfront Motel features accommodations alongside Picton's beautiful Waikawa Bay. It is 5 minutes drive from Picton township but only a 5 minute walk to the the local restaurant located at Waikawa Marina. All accommodations boast a patio with panoramic waterfront views. Show full description

    Address 303-307 Waikawa Road Show on map
  • 7 The Ghost Lodge Granity
    Guest Rating 9.4

    • This hotel has a private beach area

    Offering garden views, The Ghost Lodge in Granity has accommodations, a garden, a private beach area, a shared lounge, a terrace and water sports facilities. The lodge features both WiFi and private parking free of charge. Some of the units feature satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Show full description

    Address 89 Torea Street Show on map
    • Pool tables
    • Water sports facility
    • Pets are welcome
  • 8 Endless Summer Lodge - Guesthouse Ahipara
    Guest Rating 9.3

    Located in Ahipara, Endless Summer Lodge - Guesthouse provides free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a garden, a shared lounge and a terrace. Shipwreck Bay Beach is a 14-minute walk from the lodge.

    Address 245 Foreshore Road Show on map
  • 9 Te Mahia Bay Resort Kenepuru Sounds
    Guest Rating 9.3

    • This hotel has a private beach area

    Te Mahia Bay Resort offers accommodations in Kenepuru Sounds. The resort has a barbecue and a private beach area. A TV with satellite channels. Show full description

    Address 63 Te Mahia road Show on map
    • Water sports facility
  • 10 BKs Premier Motel Esplanade ***** Petone
    Guest Rating 9.2

    Free Wi-Fi and free parking are on offer at this motel, located on Petone Esplanade. All rooms include satellite TV and cooking facilities. Facilities include a gym and guest laundry. Show full description

    Address 7 Tory Street, Petone Show on map
  • 11 Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel **** Gisborne
    Guest Rating 9.2

    Whispering Sands Beachfront Motel is located on Waikanae Beach, just a 10-minute walk from Gisborne city center. It offers stunning panoramic views across Poverty Bay, with Young Nick's Head and Kaiti Hill standing in the distance. All apartments feature views of the ocean, free WiFi, a fully equipped kitchen, flat-screen TV with Netflix, bathroom and a dining area. Show full description

    Address 22 Salisbury Road Show on map
  • 12 Harbour View Motel and Waterfront Apartments **** Tauranga
    Guest Rating 9.2

    Just 131 feet from the stunning Tauranga Harbor, Harbor View Motel and Waterfront Apartments offers free Wi-Fi, free kayak rental and features a beautifully cobbled courtyard with a communal BBQ area. Each apartment includes a 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a kitchen or kitchenette with a stove, microwave and tea/coffee making facilities. Some offer a lovely garden view. Show full description

    Address 7 Fifth Avenue East Show on map
  • 13 Breakwater Motel **** Paihia
    Guest Rating 9.1

    Set on the Paihia waterfront in the heart of the Bay of Islands, this motel offers refurbished suites with free Wi-Fi directly opposite Paihia Beach. All suites offer a patio or balcony with sea or garden views. All Breakwater Motel suites feature cooking facilities and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Show full description

    Address 1 Bayview Road Show on map
    • Tennis court
  • 14 Historic Shipping Office - Akaroa *** Akaroa
    Guest Rating 9.1

    Historic Shipping Office - Akaroa features stunning water views over Akaroa Harbor. Indulge in a waterfront dinner at the on-site restaurant and bar. All rooms feature free WiFi and a balcony with sea views. Show full description

    Address 75 Beach Road Akaroa Show on map
    • Tennis court
  • 15 Furneaux Lodge Endeavour Inlet
    Guest Rating 9.1

    Furneaux Lodge is located in Endeavor Inlet and has a garden and shared lounge. This resort offers a concierge service and luggage storage space. The property features a restaurant. Show full description

    Address Private Bag 381 Show on map
    • Pool tables
    • Water sports facility
  • 16 Ala Moana Motel *** Paihia
    Guest Rating 9.0

    Ala Moana Motel is located on the waterfront in central Paihia. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a TV with 50 satellite channels and a patio. Show full description

    Address 52 Marsden Road Show on map
    • Tennis court
  • 17 Anchorage Motel **** Paihia
    Guest Rating 8.9

    Anchorage Motel is ideally located on Paihia’s waterfront, opposite a white sandy beach. Guest facilities include free Wi-Fi, tropical gardens, a Hot Tub, heated swimming pool and a barbecue area. The Anchorage Motel offers fully self-contained units, including ones with sea views across the bay. Show full description

    Address 2 Marsden Road Show on map
    • Heated pool
  • 18 Driftwood Lodge Beachfront, Cable Bay Stays, Cable Bay, Northland **** Coopers Beach
    Guest Rating 8.9

    Offering sea views, Driftwood Lodge Beachfront, Cable Bay Stays, Cable Bay, Northland in Coopers Beach has accommodations, a garden, a terrace, water sports facilities and barbecue facilities. The lodge features both WiFi and private parking free of charge. Some of the units have satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Show full description

    Address 333 State Highway 10 Show on map
    • Water sports facility
    • Pets are welcome
  • 19 Ōhope Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park **** Ohope Beach
    Guest Rating 8.9

    Featuring a seasonal outdoor pool, Ōhope Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park offers beachfront accommodations in Ohope Beach. Whakatane is 6.2 mi from the property. Show full description

    Address 367 Harbour Rd Show on map
    • Swimming pool
    • Tennis court
    • Pool tables
    • Ping pong tables
  • 20 Beachfront Resort **** Whitianga
    Guest Rating 8.9

    • This hotel has a private beach area

    Featuring direct beach access, this resort has a barbecue area overlooking the ocean. Each self-contained apartment includes a private balcony or patio. Many apartments also have stunning ocean views and outdoor furniture. Show full description

    Address 113 Buffalo Beach Road Show on map
    • Water sports facility
  • 21 Anglers Lodge Coromandel Town
    Guest Rating 8.9

    Anglers Lodge is a recently renovated resort village in Coromandel Town where guests can make the most of its pool with a view, garden, and barbecue facilities. This beachfront property offers access to a patio and free private parking. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and luggage storage for guests. Show full description

    Address 1446 Colville Road Show on map
    • Saltwater pool
    • Pets are welcome
  • 22 San Marino Motor Lodge Coopers Beach
    Guest Rating 8.9

    • This hotel has a private beach area

    Situated in Coopers Beach, a few steps from Coopers Beach, San Marino Motor Lodge features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a terrace. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The accommodation provides room service and free WiFi. Show full description

    Address San Marino Motor Lodge, 3 San Marino Drive, Coopers Beach, Far North, 0420 Show on map
    • Pets are welcome
  • 23 The Crown Hotel **** Napier
    Guest Rating 8.8

    Overlooking the waterfront, The Crown Hotel offers stylish boutique accommodations in Ahuriri, just 5 minutes’ drive from Napier city center. Guests receive access to a restaurant, fitness center and complimentary, unlimited WiFi. The Crown Hotel Napier features the original heritage-listed hotel building, restored to reflect the style of the Art Deco era. Show full description

    Address corner of Hardinge Road & Bridge St Show on map
    • Gym / fitness center
  • 24 The Oceanside Motel **** Whitianga
    Guest Rating 8.8

    Located opposite Buffalo Beach, The Oceanside Motel features rooms with a private terrace or balcony offering views of Mercury Bay. It offers a portable barbecue, free beach towels, free kayak rental and free parking. Accommodations options include 1 bedroom, deluxe and executive studios and suites. Show full description

    Address 32 Buffalo Beach Road Show on map
    • Tennis court
    • Water sports facility
  • 25 Tasman Holiday Parks - Ohiwa **** Opotiki
    Guest Rating 8.8

    • This hotel has a private beach area

    Just 328 feet from Ohiwa Beach, this holiday park offers a children’s playground with a jumping pillow and a spacious BBQ area. All Tasman Holiday Parks - Ohiwa accommodations has a refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. Recreation facilities include a games room which offers table tennis, an air-hockey table and a TV. Show full description

    Address 380 Ohiwa Harbour Road Show on map
    • Swimming pool
    • Ping pong tables
  • 26 Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park **** Gisborne
    Guest Rating 8.8

    Waikanae Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park is located in the heart of Gisborne and features a refurbished outdoor pool. It offers a range of accommodations options with free on-site parking. Guests enjoy 500MB of free WiFi every 24-hours. Show full description

    Address 280 Grey Street Show on map
    • Heated pool
    • Tennis court
    • Ping pong tables
    • Water sports facility
  • 27 Waitangi Holiday Park *** Paihia
    Guest Rating 8.8

    Waitangi Holiday Park provides an ideal base to explore Northland and the Bay of Islands. Located on the banks of the Waitange River, it is close to Te Tii Bay and local beaches. This holiday park is within walking distance to the Paihia village and a short ferry trip to Russell. Show full description

    Address 1 Tahuna Road, Waitangi Show on map
    • Pets are welcome
  • 28 East Pier Hotel Napier
    Guest Rating 8.8

    Just 2 minutes’ walk from the waterfront, East Pier Hotel features free WiFi, a restaurant and a bar. You can enjoy a cup of tea while admiring the sea views from your private balcony. East Pier Hotel Napier is a 5-minute drive from Bluff Hill Lookout and an 8-minute drive from McLean Park. Show full description

    Address 50 Nelson Quay, Ahuriri Show on map
  • 29 Oceans Resort Whitianga **** Whitianga
    Guest Rating 8.7

    Located next to the Lost Spring Thermal Pools, this resort offers direct access to Buffalo Beach and has a heated outdoor pool, tennis court and a children's playground. Free WiFi is available in most rooms and all public areas. Each apartment at Oceans Resort has a modern fully equipped kitchen with refrigerator, oven and dishwasher. Show full description

    Address 18 Eyre Street Show on map
    • Heated pool
    • Tennis court
  • 30 Opunake Beach Holiday Park **** Opunake
    Guest Rating 8.7

    Opunake Beach Holiday Park in Opunake provides accommodations with a garden, barbecue facilities, and a shared lounge. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The resort village also offers facilities for disabled guests. Show full description

    Address Beach Road Opunake Show on map
    • Tennis court
    • Water park
  • 31 Waikanae Beach Motel *** Gisborne
    Guest Rating 8.7

    • This hotel has a private beach area

    Waikanae Beach Motel is located in Gisborne city center. The motel is located directly across the road from beautiful Waikanae Beach and the Boardwalk. It is also just a few minutes' walk to local cafes and restaurants. Show full description

    Address 19 Salisbury Road Show on map
  • 32 Bayview Motel *** Paihia
    Guest Rating 8.7

    Located on Paihia’s waterfront, this motel offers self-contained apartments featuring a private balcony or patio with views over the beach and the Bay of Islands. Each has a full kitchen and satellite TV. Each spacious apartment at The Bay View Motel Paihia features an private bathroom and heat pumps/air conditioning. Show full description

    Address 2 Bayview Road Show on map
    • Water sports facility
  • 33 Fitzroy Beach Holiday Park *** New Plymouth
    Guest Rating 8.7

    This beachfront property features beautifully kept gardens and barbecue facilities. Guests have access to an outdoor children’s pool and playground next to the property, open during summer. Fitzroy Beach Holiday Park is located adjacent to Fitzroy Golf Course. Show full description

    Address 1D Beach Street Show on map
  • 34 Kaiteriteri Recreation Reserve Cabins Kaiteriteri
    Guest Rating 8.7

    Kaiteriteri Recreation Reserve Cabins provides beachfront accommodations in Kaiteriteri. A few steps from Kaiteriteri Beach, the resort village provides a terrace and a bar. The accommodation features an elevator, a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests. Show full description

    Address 5 Kaiteriteri-Sandy Bay Road Show on map
  • 35 Anchorage Motel Whitianga
    Guest Rating 8.7

    Located in Whitianga, a 3-minute walk from Whitianga Beach, Anchorage Motel provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking. The rooms have a patio. At the motel, each room is equipped with a terrace. Show full description

    Address 22-23 Esplanade Whitianga Show on map
    • Pets are welcome
  • 36 Waimeha Camping Village Ngawi
    Guest Rating 8.7

    Waimeha Camping Village in Ngawi provides accommodations with a bar, barbecue facilities, and a shared lounge. This beachfront property offers access to a pool table, darts, and free private parking. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and full-day security for guests. Show full description

    Address 2805 Cape Palliser Road Show on map
    • Pool tables
    • Pets are welcome
  • 37 Comfort Inn Sunset ***** Thames
    Guest Rating 8.6

    Set in Thames, Comfort Inn Sunset features barbecue facilities and a garden. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom. Both free WiFi and private parking are available at this property. Show full description

    Address 1017 Tararu Road Tararu Show on map
    • Pets are welcome
  • 38 Punga Cove Resort **** Endeavour Inlet
    Guest Rating 8.6

    • This hotel has a private beach area

    Facing the beachfront, Punga Cove Resort offers 4-star accommodations in Endeavour Inlet and has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden and terrace. Offering a restaurant, the property also features a bar, as well as a hot tub. Each room is equipped with a balcony with sea views and free WiFi. Show full description

    Address Queen Charlotte Sound Show on map
    • Swimming pool
    • Ping pong tables
    • Water sports facility
    • Pets are welcome
  • 39 Akaroa Waterfront Motels *** Akaroa
    Guest Rating 8.6

    Located in the historic French village of Akaroa, this property offers self-contained accommodations with a patio, a balcony and free on-site parking. Guests can enjoy swimming, fishing, biking and kayaking just yards from Akaroa Waterfront Motels. Located in the Canterbury region of the South Island, Akaroa Waterfront Motels is surrounded by lovely gardens and offers spectacular harbor views. Show full description

    Address 64 Rue Jolie Show on map
    • Pool tables
    • Ping pong tables
    • Water sports facility
  • 40 Opononi Lighthouse Motel *** Opononi
    Guest Rating 8.6

    Just 66 feet from Opononi Beach, Opononi Lighthouse Motel offers a hot tub, BBQ and free WiFi. All accommodations features a living area with a TV. All fully self-contained apartments at Opononi Motel includes tea/coffee making facilities and a living area with a TV with USB connectivity. Show full description

    Address 45 State Highway 12 Show on map
  • 41 Shining Star Beachfront Accommodation **** Hokitika
    Guest Rating 8.5

    Nestled in a garden landscape, Shining Star offers self-contained beachfront chalets with free WiFi and a private balcony just steps from clear blue waters. Providing free parking and featuring beach access. A 5-minute drive from Hokitika Airport, Shining Star Beachfront Accommodations is 6. Show full description

    Address 16 Richards Drive Show on map
    • Pets are welcome
  • 42 ASURE Fairley Lodge **** Napier
    Guest Rating 8.5

    Just 164 feet from Westshore Beach, ASURE Fairley Lodge offers self-contained accommodations with air-conditioning, heating, free WiFi, an iPod dock and flat-screen satellite TV. ASURE Fairley Lodge Napier is only 328 feet from Ahuriri Estuary, and 5 minutes’ drive from Hawke's Bay Airport. The National Aquarium of New Zealand is a 10-minute drive away. Show full description

    Address 1 Tareha Street, Westshore Show on map
    • Pets are welcome
  • 43 Napier Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels **** Napier
    Guest Rating 8.5

    • This hotel has a private beach area

    Napier Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels offers a range of accommodations options set on 9 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds by the beach. All rooms at Napier Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park & Motels feature a range of comfortable amenities including TV, shower, toilet and cooking facilities. Some are located on the beachfront and have sea views. Show full description

    Address 10 Gill Road Show on map
  • 44 Bay Sands Seafront Studios Paihia
    Guest Rating 8.5

    • This hotel has a private beach area

    Located opposite Ti Beach, Bay Sands Seafront Studios is just 1969 feet from the center of Paihia. Each studio and apartment includes a full kitchen, free Wi-Fi and a 32-inch flat-screen TV with over 50 satellite channels. Guests at Bay Sands Paihia have access to laundry facilities and a gas barbecue. Show full description

    Address 136 Marsden Road Show on map
  • 45 The Sands Hotel Hokianga **** Opononi
    Guest Rating 8.4

    Overlooking Hokianga Harbor at Omapere, The Sands Hotel Hokianga is a pretty 4-star hotel offering spacious accommodations in a lovely location. The rooms range from 32 sqm - 60sqm, and all have private bathrooms and walk-in showers; 10 Villas have separate bathtubs. 20 of the rooms have a balcony or deck (Superior and Beachfront 2-bedroom only) overlooking the water. Show full description

    Address 334 State Highway 12 Show on map
    • Swimming pool
    • Pool tables
    • Gym / fitness center
    • Pets are welcome
  • 46 Greymouth Seaside TOP 10 Holiday Park **** Greymouth
    Guest Rating 8.4

    Boasting stunning beachfront views and only 1.6 mi from Greymouth town center, Greymouth Seaside TOP 10 Holiday Park offers a variety of modern accommodations options. You can watch the sun set across the Tasman Sea while relaxing on the beach. Show full description

    Address 2 Chesterfield Street Show on map
  • 47 South Sea Hotel - Stewart Island Half-moon Bay
    Guest Rating 8.4

    Stewart Island's iconic South Sea Hotel is located on the foreshore, in the center of town. It is 2 minutes’ walk from the ferry and airline terminals. The self-contained studio units are adjacent to the main hotel building. Show full description

    Address Elgin Terrace Show on map
    • Pool tables
  • 48 Lakes Lodge Okataina Rotorua
    Guest Rating 8.4

    Located in Rotorua, Lakes Lodge Okataina offers accommodations with a terrace or a balcony, free WiFi and flat-screen TV, as well as a garden and a bar. There's a private bathroom with shower in all units, along with free toiletries and a hairdryer. The lodge has a grill. Show full description

    Address 692 Lake Okataina Road Show on map
    • Ping pong tables
  • 49 The Nautilus ***** Napier
    Guest Rating 8.3

    Overlooking Hawke’s Bay, Nautilus offers stylish rooms with a spa bath and a private balcony or patio. This Art Deco inspired hotel has an on-site restaurant that is open for breakfast and dinner. Guests receive free Wi-Fi during their stay. Show full description

    Address 387 Marine Parade Show on map
  • 50 Crowne Plaza Queenstown by IHG **** Queenstown
    Guest Rating 8.3

    The Crowne Plaza Queenstown is centrally located, being only a short walk to Queenstown’s main streets and a 4-minute walk to the beach. With views overlooking Lake Wakatipu and Queenstown’s Remarkable mountain range, you can enjoy the Queenstown’s beautiful scenery right from the doorstep of the hotel. All rooms at the Crowne Plaza Queenstown have a balcony offering either a courtyard, mountain or lakeside view. Show full description

    Address 93 Beach Street Show on map
    • Gym / fitness center
  • 51 Paihia Beach Resort & Spa Hotel **** Paihia
    Guest Rating 8.3

    Paihia Beach Resort & Spa offers luxury boutique accommodations just 66 feet from picturesque Te Tii beach. All guest studios and suites feature a private balcony or patio offering stunning views towards the Bay of Islands. Leisure options at the Paihia Beach Resort & Spa include a saltwater swimming pool and warm plunge pools, alfresco pool deck and relaxing day beds. Show full description

    Address 130 Marsden Road Show on map
    • Swimming pool
  • 52 Tasman Holiday Parks - Hahei Beach **** Hahei
    Guest Rating 8.3

    You can walk to Cathedral Cove from Hahei Beach Resort, follow the beach and connect to the Cathedral Cove walkway (the walk takes about 1 hour each way). Not all accommodations has a lounge area, sofa, TV. There is no shared communal lounge area.

    Address 41 Harsant Ave Show on map
    • Water sports facility
  • 53 Sails Motel Kaikoura
    Guest Rating 8.3

    Located on the beachfront in Kaikoura, Sails Motel has a garden and free WiFi. The rooms are fitted with a microwave, fridge, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a wardrobe. At the motel rooms include a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, and a patio with a garden view. Sails Motel offers a barbecue.

    Address 134 Esplanade Show on map
    • Pets are welcome
  • 54 Anchorage Motor Lodge **** Napier
    Guest Rating 8.2

    Overlooking Ahuriri Marina, Anchorage Motor Lodge offers self-contained accommodations with free Wi-Fi, free on-site parking and flat-screen satellite TV. The popular Ahuriri Village is a 5-minute walk away. Anchorage Motor Lodge is just 5 minutes’ drive from central Napier and the Hawke's Bay Museum and Art Gallery. Show full description

    Address 26 West Quay Show on map
  • 55 Beachfront Hotel Hokitika **** Hokitika
    Guest Rating 8.1

    Located right on the beach, Hokitika Beachfront Hotel offers rooms with cable TV and private bathrooms. It features an on-site restaurant and a bar. Guests enjoy free WiFi Beachfront Hotel Hokitika is a 1-hour drive from the famous Pancake Rocks at Punakaiki. Show full description

    Address 111 Revell Street Show on map
  • 56 Eichardt's Private Hotel ***** Queenstown
    Guest Rating 8.0

    Just 5 minutes' walk from the waters of Lake Wakatipu, Eichardt's Private Hotel offers accommodations with a fireplace, free Wi-Fi and satellite TV. Guests enjoy a restaurant and a bar. Some accommodations offer a balcony with mountain or lake views. Show full description

    Address 2 Marine Parade Show on map
    • Gym / fitness center
  • 57 Coastal Motor Lodge **** Thames
    Guest Rating 8.0

    Offering free WiFi, Coastal Motor Lodge is set on lovely landscaped gardens directly opposite the waters of Kuranui Bay. All accommodations features a kitchenette and flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Thames Coastal Motor Inn is 2 minutes’ walk from Tararu Bay and 3 minutes’ drive from Goldfields Mall. Show full description

    Address 608 Tararu Road Show on map
  • 58 Jack & Di's Waiteti Lakefront Motel *** Rotorua
    Guest Rating 8.0

    Located in Rotorua, within 7.4 miles of Rotorua International Stadium and 8.1 miles of Paradise Valley Springs, Jack & Di's Waiteti Lakefront Motel has accommodations with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. Show full description

    Address 7 Arnold Street Show on map
    • Water sports facility
  • 59 Novotel Queenstown Lakeside **** Queenstown
    Guest Rating 7.9

    Nestled on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, Novotel Queenstown Lakeside is just a 1-minute walk from many shops, restaurants, nightlife and activities. Novotel Queenstowns’ contemporary rooms offer a selection of spectacular alpine, garden and lake views. Each air-conditioned room features a private balcony and a flat-screen TV. Show full description

    Address Cnr Earl St And Marine Parade Show on map
    • Gym / fitness center
  • 60 Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn *** Taupo
    Guest Rating 7.6

    Located opposite the shores of Lake Taupo, this motel features an on-site restaurant and bar. Every unit includes 50 plus satellite channels and free WiFi. With views across the lake to the mountains from some units, Twin Peaks Lakeside Inn is a 5-minute walk from Taupo's shops, cafes and restaurants. Show full description

    Address 76-80 Lake Terrace Show on map
  • 61 Quality Inn Napier **** Napier
    Guest Rating 7.5

    Quality Inn Napier offers free WiFi, and free parking. Guests also enjoy an onsite restaurant and a bar. Located directly opposite the Pacific Ocean, Quality Inn Hotel Napier is a 5-minute walk from Napier city center. Show full description

    Address 311 Marine Parade Show on map
    • Swimming pool
  • 62 Wai Ora Lakeside Spa Resort **** Rotorua
    Guest Rating 7.3

    Located on the shores of Lake Rotorua, this luxury hotel is just a 3-minute drive from Rotorua Airport. A free chauffeur is available and there is an outdoor swimming pool. All accommodations includes a private balcony or courtyard. Show full description

    Address 77 Robinson Avenue, Holden's Bay Show on map
    • Swimming pool
  • 63 Greymouth Kiwi Holiday Park & Motels *** Greymouth
    Guest Rating 7.3

    Located at South Beach, Greymouth, Greymouth Kiwi Holiday Park & Motels offers a hot tub, children’s playground and BBQ facilities. It features pet-friendly apartments, free parking and a tour desk. All accommodations is heated and features satellite TV. Show full description

    Address 318 Main South Road Show on map
    • Pets are welcome
  • 64 Absolute Lake View Motel **** Taupo
    Guest Rating 7.2

    Located across the road from Lake Taupo, a 1 minute walk to cafes, restaurants and shops, Absolute Lake View Motel features a heated indoor pool (30 degrees) a deep hot tub & sauna. Free random car-parking and wifi provided. Facilities at Absolute Lake View Motel Taupo include a guest laundry and barbecue area. Show full description

    Address 58 Lake Terrace Show on map
    • Heated pool
    • Karaoke
    • Gym / fitness center
  • 65 Lakeside Motel *** Queenstown
    Guest Rating 6.8

    Lakeside Motel is located right across the road from the lake shores and St Omers Park, a 3-minute walk from Central Queenstown. It offers self-contained lakefront accommodations with a full kitchen. Limited free on site parking is provided. Show full description

    Address 18 Lake Esplanade Show on map
  • 66 Rydges Lakeland Resort Queenstown *** Queenstown
    Guest Rating 6.8

    Located on the shores of New Zealand's beautiful Lake Wakatipu, Rydges Queenstown features free WiFi, 2 on-site restaurants, 5 meeting rooms, an outdoor heated swimming pool and a sauna. The property is just 7 minutes’ walk from the heart of Queenstown. Queenstown Airport is a 15-minute drive away. Show full description

    Address 38-54 Lake Esplanade Show on map
    • Rooftop pool

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Tomas Mazowski

Hello! I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in June 2026. Did I miss a hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!