Hotels on the beach in Otago, 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 in Otago. I hope you will like it!
This page was last updated in September 2026.
The List 10 Amazing Beach Hotels in Otago
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1 ROKI Collection
Queenstown
ROKI Collection has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Queenstown. This 5-star hotel offers a bar. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. Guests at the hotel can enjoy an à la carte breakfast. Guests at ROKI Collection will be able to enjoy activities in and around Queenstown, like skiing. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Skyline Gondola and Luge, Queenstown Lakes District Council and Fear Factory Queenstown. Queenstown Airport is 8 km from the property.
Address 2 Brunswick Street Show on map- Swimming pool
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2 Hereweka Garden Retreat Dunedin
Hereweka Garden Retreat is located in Dunedin, just 13 miles from Toitu Otago Settlers Museum and 13 miles from Taieri Gorge Railway. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The property offers bike rental and features a garden and picnic area. With free Wifi, this bed and breakfast offers a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and microwave. Guests can take in the views of the sea from the balcony, which also has outdoor furniture. The bed and breakfast offers bed linen, towels, and laundry service. Forsyth Barr Stadium is 14 miles from the bed and breakfast, while Otago Museum is 14 miles away. Dunedin Airport is 28 miles from the property.
Address 10 Hoopers Inlet Road, RD2 Show on map -
3 Crowne Plaza Queenstown by IHG
Queenstown
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. The rooms are contemporary designed to provide comfort, with seating areas, dedicated desk and work space, flat-screen satellite TV, and complimentary WiFi. With an on-site restaurant and bar, you can dine in the lobby restaurant, threesixty, in the comfort of the hotel. Enjoy international cuisine while soaking up the views of Lake Wakatipu or sit back and enjoy a locally renowned Central Otago Pinot Noir in the lounge and bar area. The Sleep Advantage program helps to ensure guests get a good night’s sleep with aromatherapy kits, premium bedding, and a guaranteed wake-up call on request. Guests can enjoy the fully equipped hotel fitness center. There is complimentary, secure heated storage for skis, boards, and snow gear. During the summer months, guests can relax and enjoy a drink and live performances in the outdoor courtyard every Friday and Saturday. Valet car parking services are available for guests at an additional charge.
Address 93 Beach Street Show on map- Gym / fitness center
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4 Eichardt's Private Hotel
Queenstown
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. All accommodations features a sofa, dining area and tea/coffee making facilities. Each offers a bathroom with a bath and shower. Eichardt's Hotel Queenstown is 5 mi from Queenstown Airport. It is a 20-minute drive from the hotel to The Hills Golf Course and the Coronet Peak Ski Fields. Guests can dine by the fireplace at Eichardt’s Restaurant and Bar. The menu offers premium cocktails and meals using fresh local produce. The tour desk can book bungee jumping, kayaking and wine tours. In-house spa treatments are available.
Address 2 Marine Parade Show on map- Gym / fitness center
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5 Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
Queenstown
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. Novotel offers ski storage facilities, a spa pool, guest laundry and valet car parking. Guests can enjoy 30-minutes free WiFi in the lobby. In-room WiFi is available at an additional charge. 24-hour room service is available. There is a concierge service which can organize transfers to the local ski fields, including Coronet Peak, The Remarkables, and Cardrona. Elements Restaurant features local cuisine and ingredients, including the hotel’s very own rooftop honey. It also serves daily buffet breakfast with hot and continental options. Enjoy tapas and beverages in front of the fireplace at Elements Café & Bar.
Address Cnr Earl St And Marine Parade Show on map- Gym / fitness center
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6 Kaimata lodge Dunedin
Situated in Dunedin, 27 km from Toitu Otago Settlers Museum and 27 km from Taieri Gorge Railway, Kaimata lodge features accommodation with free WiFi and a garden with a terrace and sea views. There is a private bathroom with shower in all units, along with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Forsyth Barr Stadium is 28 km from the lodge, while Otago Museum is 29 km from the property. The nearest airport is Dunedin Airport, 52 km from Kaimata lodge.
Address 297 Cape Saunders Road Show on map -
7 Nomads Queenstown Hostel
Queenstown
Nomad's Backpackers features one of the best locations in Queenstown, located in the heart of the town center, a 328 feet from the stunning Lake Whakatipu. Nomads Queenstown offers a variety of room types, from small and large dormitories to Private King rooms with en-suite. Many of the rooms have balconies with picturesque views of Lake Whakatipu and the Remarkables mountain range. There is an onsite cinema room, sauna and common area complete with smart TV, pool table, foosball table and vending machine. Guests can sample some of Otago’s finest wines or dabble in adrenaline, our onsite information desk will be able to book and organize a range of activities. As we are located in the heart of Queenstown one side of our property backs onto a popular social street (Searle Lane). Due to this we do experience noise from local bars especially over the weekend so please contact us directly if you are a lighter sleeper and we will do our best to allocate you to a room on the Church Street side of our property which is quieter. We also have free ear plugs available at our 24-hour reception if required. Please note that although the majority of our rooms have balconies, there is a small amount which face onto the laneway and only have a window. If you would like to ensure you have a balcony please email us directly on [email protected] or call us on +64 3 4413922.
Address 5 - 11 Church Street Show on map- Pool tables
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8 Lakeside Motel
Queenstown
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. Guests can enjoy splendid views of mountain and lake from their room. The attached kitchen is equipped with a stove, a fridge, kitchenware and an oven. Amenities include electric blankets and free WIFI. The staff at the tour desk can assist with booking local activities like jet boating, bungee jumping, kayaking, lake cruises and wine tours. Motel Lakeside is a 10-minute walk from Queenstown Gardens and a 15-minute walk from Queenstown Gondola. It is within a 20-minute drive of Queenstown International Airport and Arrowtown. Coronet Peak Ski Area is a 30-minute drive away.
Address 18 Lake Esplanade Show on map -
9 Rydges Lakeland Resort Queenstown
Queenstown
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. The rooms all come with en suite bathrooms, a refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. Many rooms also come with a flat-screen TV and panoramic views of the lake. Rydges Queenstown has 72 guest rooms featuring 11 Junior Suites, 11 Family Rooms, 36 Lake View rooms and 12 Standard Double. The chefs at Bazaar Interactive Marketplace offer guests an interactive dining experience that showcases the double impact of visual and taste and boasts stunning views of Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu and the surrounding mountain ranges, including the iconic The Remarkables. Showcasing an international mosaic of foods, Queenstown locals and guests can find various seafood, cheese and charcuterie bars, Asian and grill stations, authentic Italian wood fired pizzas and to finish a dessert bar bursting with house-made creative desserts and pastries. Guests can start their night at Reds Bar, which offers a variety of spirits, liqueurs and classic cocktails. The bar is brightly decorated and features oil paintings.
Address 38-54 Lake Esplanade Show on map- Rooftop pool
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10 Lakeside Backpackers Queenstown
Located in Queenstown, within a 11-minute walk of Skyline Gondola and Luge and 4.9 miles of Queenstown Event Centre, Lakeside Backpackers provides accommodations with free WiFi. The property is around 6. 9 miles from Lake Wakatipu, 14 miles from Shotover River and 15 miles from The Remarkables. The property has a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests. Rooms have a shared bathroom with a shower, while certain rooms come with a kitchen with a fridge. Popular points of interest near the hostel include Queenstown Lakes District Council, Fear Factory Queenstown and Queenstown Resort College. Queenstown Airport is 5 miles from the property.
Address 18 Lake Esplanade Show on map
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