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About the Hotel

38-54 Lake Esplanade, Queenstown, New Zealand, 0000

Rydges Lakeland Resort Queenstown is situated on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, providing stunning views of the surrounding landscape including The Remarkables mountain range. This luxury hotel balances modern design with alpine nostalgia, catering to both leisure travelers and business guests. Notable for its interactive dining experiences and premium amenities, the hotel serves as an ideal base for exploring Queenstown's natural beauty. With dedicated event spaces and professional planners, it is well-equipped for corporate functions as well.

Location

Located 10 km from central Queenstown, Rydges Lakeland Resort is conveniently close to local attractions such as Queenstown Gardens and various adventure sports. The surrounding area offers numerous outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and fishing, making it a prime destination for adventure seekers. Transportation options are available, although on-site parking is subject to availability for guests traveling by car.

Rooms

The hotel features open-plan rooms designed for comfort, accommodating families and small groups with options for super king beds and rollaway single beds. Each suite offers stunning views of Lake Wakatipu, complete with a sitting area for relaxation. Guests can enjoy modern amenities including free WiFi, cable TV, and minibar, with some rooms featuring shared balconies. The decor highlights custom furniture and vibrant colors, enhancing the contemporary alpine experience.

Eat & Drink

Bazaar Interactive Marketplace provides a dynamic dining experience with visually appealing stations featuring diverse cuisines, from seafood and charcuterie to authentic Italian pizza. The menu includes enticing dishes such as miso chicken thighs and melt-in-the-mouth Wagyu ragout, complemented by a dessert bar filled with house-made pastries. Reds Bar offers a cozy atmosphere for guests to unwind with a signature cocktail, showcasing a wide selection of spirits and liqueurs.

Leisure & Business

Rydges Lakeland Resort includes five function rooms, all equipped with floor-to-ceiling windows highlighting the majestic scenery outside. Professional event planners are available to assist with catering, decor, and other details to ensure successful meetings and conferences. Leisure amenities include social spaces like Reds Bar, where guests can enjoy drinks and engage in lively conversation, while the interactive dining allows for an engaging culinary journey.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Family Kids & Eat Lake View Family Room

Max:

2 persons

36 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Lake view

Shower

Bathtub

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Standard Room

Max:

2 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Pool view

Shower

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Lake View Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Lake view

Shower

Bathtub

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Getting around

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City Centre

Queenstown 1.0 km

Airports

Queenstown (ZQN) 8.6 km

Te Anau Manapouri (TEU) 177.9 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Stunning Lake Views

“Our lake view room was absolutely amazing, with picturesque scenery from dawn to dusk that enhanced our entire stay.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast!

“The breakfast offered was good and set us up for the day. The variety was great, and it was a perfect start to our mornings.” view full review

Refreshing Plunge Pool

“Having a plunge pool right outside our room was a fantastic touch. It provided a cozy and refreshing way to unwind after a day of exploring.” view full review

Affordable Parking

“The onsite parking for just $15 per night was a great value, especially since finding free street parking can be quite challenging around town.” view full review

General

Non-smoking property
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Ski storage
Lift
Currency exchange
Gift/Newsstand
Multilingual staff

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

24-hour room service
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Wedding services
Newspaper service
Bell staff/Porter
Computer connection

Dining

Paid breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Coffee/Tea in lobby

Business

Business centre

Children

Cots
Children's pool
Children's play area

Facilities for people with disabilities

Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Casino
Night club
Garden area
Television in lobby
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
In-room safe
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Rooftop terrace
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Hair dryer
Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
Cable/ Satellite television
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

38-54 Lake Esplanade, Queenstown, New Zealand, 0000

Map view

street view

38-54 Lake Esplanade, Queenstown, New Zealand, 0000

City landmarks

Cable Car

Skyline Queenstown

1.2 km

Garden

Queenstown Garden

840 m

Zoo

Kiwi and Birdlife Park

1.2 km

Square

Queenstown Mall

850 m

Rees Street

William Gilbert Rees Statue

690 m

Lake Wakatipu

760 m

65 Beach St

Moa Statue

610 m

Theme Park

Fear Factory Queenstown

660 m

Church

St Peter's Anglican Church

860 m

Theme Park

Shotover Canyon Swing

810 m

Torpedo 7

Southern Lakes Heliski

1.0 km

Gforce Paragliding Skyline

G Force Paragliding

1.1 km

19 Marine Parade Williams Cottage

Vesta Design

780 m

Gallery

Ivan Clarke Gallery

830 m

Gallery

Artbay Gallery

750 m

35 Camp St

Hetties Rock & Crystal Shop

840 m

Gallery

Silver Fern Gallery

820 m

Gallery

Queenstown Arts Centre

970 m

Cemetery

Queenstown Cemetery

1.1 km

Casino

SKYCITY Queenstown Casino

780 m

Shotover &

AJ Hackett Bungy

860 m

Rees St Marine Parade

Queenstown Underwater Observatory

760 m

Lake Hayes

1.0 km

Beach St

Go Orange Jet Boat Queenstown

700 m

Nearby

Gallery

Central Art Gallery Queenstown-Julia Milley

550 m

Casino

Lasseters Wharf Casino

480 m

Shopping Area

Aotea Gifts Queenstown

510 m

Queenstown Ferries

520 m

96/130 Lake Esplanade

Lookout for Cecil Peak & Double Cone

210 m

96/130 Lake Esplanade

Flyboard Queenstown

330 m

Restaurants

Fergbaker

770 m

40 Shotover Street

Big Fig

640 m

62 Shotover Street

Loco Cantina

620 m

Shotover Street

Eat Humble Pie

620 m

Cnr Camp and Shotover streets

Mrs Ferg Beach Street

610 m

69 Beach Street

Noodle Canteen

630 m

Paraparaumu Shop 5

The Empanada Kitchen

620 m

60 Beach Street

Mrs Ferg Gelateria

770 m

40 Shotover Street

Tsujiri

660 m

45 Beach Street

Taco Medic

880 m

3 Searle Lane

Harry's

870 m

8 Brecon Street

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

64%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Convenient Location

Friendly Staff

Noisy Surroundings

Subpar Dining

6.4/10

Nice

Rooms

5.5

Location

7.8

Service

6.5

Dining

6.0

3/5 based on 2392 reviews

#57 of 59 hotels in Queenstown based on Tripadvisor

David

United Kingdom, May 2024

6.4/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were clean and comfortable, albeit facing the main hallway traffic and offering a disappointing view of the carpark. On the bright side, they heated up quickly once I entered. The service was a bit hit or miss, with quick room change assistance and helpful trip recommendations, but sometimes staff seemed idle. The location was fantastic, with a short walk into town and a beautiful lake view, despite poor insulation. Dining was convenient without needing to go to the restaurant, offering amazing views but at a steep price. Overall, a decent stay with some standout features and a few drawbacks.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, heating up quickly upon arrival.

Service

6.0

The staff dealt with our room change request promptly and offered helpful recommendations, though at times seemed idle.

Location

8.0

The location was fantastic, with a short walk into town and a beautiful view over the lake, despite poor insulation.

Dining

5.0

Dining was convenient without having to go to the restaurant, offering amazing views but at a steep price.

Facilities

6.0

Richard

United Kingdom, March 2024

6.2/10

The hotel is conveniently located by the lake and the downtown Queenstown hub with wonderful views, but falls short on cleanliness standards and proximity to an industrial laundry. The rooms are a bit tired with marks and dents on the walls and a small shower.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were a little tired with marks and dents on the walls. The shower was small and not as clean as expected for a hotel stay.

Service

9.0

The service was incredibly friendly and helpful, making the stay enjoyable despite the room conditions.

Location

7.0

The location was excellent, right by the lake and the downtown Queenstown hub, offering wonderful views from the room. However, the proximity to an industrial laundry brings some noise and cleanliness concerns.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was average, with ok options, but nothing particularly special during the stay.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities need improvement, especially in terms of room cleanliness and maintenance.

Chad

United States, February 2024

5.8/10

The hotel rooms were tired and run down, smaller than usual, and turned into a sauna when showering, but it was conveniently located at the Glenorchy end of the building with spectacular Lake views. The staff, while friendly, were unhelpful regarding directions to the room. The dining experience offered lots of choices but was considered quite pricey.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms definitely need a lot of repair and were not very comfortable.

Service

5.0

The staff was friendly enough, but the front desk manager was not helpful.

Location

8.0

The hotel was located right on the lake with fantastic views across the Lake from the bedroom, offering a great setting within walking distance to town.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was excellent with lots of choice but considered quite pricey.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were satisfactory with various options available.

Timothy

United States, December 2023

6.0/10

The hotel is located just in front of the main road, waking me up early at 3:30 am due to vehicle noises, but it's within walking distance to the village. The room was smaller than expected from the photos, and I had a wet floor after a 10-minute shower, which the manager on duty thought was blood, offering a temporary fix. The location is great for access to the village but suffers from noisy surroundings.

Rooms

6.0

The room was much smaller than anticipated and had a wet floor after a short shower, causing some inconvenience. The view from the room was lackluster as it faced the noisy main road.

Service

7.0

The staff were friendly and attentive, especially given they were busy with a wedding event. However, the front desk manager's attitude was disappointing, lacking good customer service.

Location

6.0

Despite being noisy due to its proximity to a main road, the hotel's location is convenient for accessing the nearby village and amenities.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was subpar, with low-standard food quality. However, the bar staff stood out for their exceptional service.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were standard with no standout offerings, but they served the basic necessities adequately.

Convenient Location

Noisy Surroundings

Robin

United Kingdom, September 2023

6.6/10

The hotel had a mixed experience. While my room didn't look deluxe as expected and had a maintenance issue, I was pleasantly surprised by an amazing upgrade. However, the room was poorly ventilated, felt hot and stuffy, and in need of an update.

Rooms

7.0

My room didn't look deluxe as expected and had a maintenance issue, but I received an amazing upgrade. However, the room was poorly ventilated, felt hot and stuffy, and in need of an update.

Service

6.0

The service was a bit hit or miss. While some staff members were friendly and extremely accommodating, there were issues with water pressure affecting my shower. The noise from outside and the heater's noise were a downside.

Location

8.0

The location was very good, with a short walk to the town center. It offered spectacular views of Lake Wakatipu, although the bathroom lacked power points in necessary locations.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was a bit of a mixed bag. I found the breakfast very nice, but priced at $34 per person, it was not worth it.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were satisfactory overall, with services like room service and shuttle available. However, some areas like the bathroom lacked power points in key spots.

Great location

Maintenance issues

Ethel

United Kingdom, August 2023

6.2/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were a bit shabby and in need of a refresh, but the price was reasonable. Unfortunately, they were not very well maintained, with a dirty tea and coffee station. The smaller rooms were superior compared to the level 5 rooms, but I paid more for the latter on my second visit.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were a bit shabby, needing a freshen up. They were smaller but superior to the level 5 rooms, yet I paid more for the second visit.

Service

5.0

The service was a real mixed bag. The staff came to reception on arrival, but the quality was very poor overall. I had to request room cleaning multiple times, and the staff seemed unhelpful and were even arguing in front of customers. On the upside, some staff members were extremely friendly and accommodating.

Location

9.0

The location was a highlight of my stay. It is extremely close to the city, within a short stroll to town, and offers a good view of the lake and mountains. The proximity to the main center of Queenstown was convenient and the ambience of Queenstown with the steamboat added a nice touch.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were a bit of a letdown. While some meals were very mediocre or average, the breakfast was just average. However, the restaurant had great views and a nice atmosphere, almost as nice as other cafes in town.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities offered were adequate.

great location

poor service

Liam

United Kingdom, May 2023

7.2/10

The hotel needs upgrading and lacks a warning or discount for construction noise, but room service is efficient and staff are pleasant. The location is convenient, close to town, and with good facilities nearby.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were not ready for check-in at 2 pm and needed upgrading, but were eventually serviced around 4:45 pm each day.

Service

7.0

The staff were pleasant and efficient, although a bit unhelpful initially with directions.

Location

9.0

The location is perfect, within easy walking distance of central Queenstown.

Dining

8.0

The dining was above-and-beyond, particularly with fresh fruit juice, but the 'included breakfast' could be improved.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers various services like room service, car hire, and tours, enhancing the stay.

Ian

United Kingdom, May 2023

7.0/10

The hotel offers stunning views of the lake and mountains from the spacious rooms, although some are in need of renovation with maintenance issues. The friendly service stands out, yet the front desk could be more helpful. The location is perfect for easy access to the town center but requires attention to details. Dining provides a pleasant experience overall, with some minor improvements needed. The facilities are generally satisfactory.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms have an amazing view of the lake and mountains, but some are run-down with maintenance issues like broken doors and noisy heaters.

Service

8.0

The service was a highlight of the stay, with very friendly and accommodating staff, although front desk service could be more helpful.

Location

7.0

The location is perfect for a quick walk to the town center, offering great views, though needing some attention to detail.

Dining

7.0

Dining was a pleasant experience overall, with room for some minor improvements in freshness and service.