DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown

Hotels
Doubletree by Hilton
8.3 (1678 reviews)
Kawarau Village, 79 Peninsula Road , Queenstown , nz

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Extra charges for parking
Issues with room cleanliness

Categories

Cleanliness
7.8
Some reviews mention issues like a strong moldy smell in the room.
Service
8.8
Staff were very attentive and friendly, providing good service overall.
Location
8.8
Many reviews highlight the great location with beautiful views.
Room Quality
8.3
Well-designed rooms with good amenities, though some mattresses lacked firmness.
Amenities
8.3
Facilities like the pool and sauna were appreciated, but parking is extra.
Value for Money
7.3
Some felt it was overpriced, especially with additional parking fees.
Food and Beverage
8.3
Breakfast had a good selection, though food temperature varied.
Overall Experience
8.8
Generally positive feedback despite some minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 01:44

Property Description

Luxurious Self-Catering Rooms with Stunning Views
DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown offers luxurious self-catering rooms with flat-screen cable TV and a DVD player, all overlooking the majestic mountains and Lake Wakatipu.

Convenient Location with Exciting Leisure Options
Located in Kawarau Village, just 20 minutes’ drive from Queenstown, guests can enjoy biking around the region, jogging along the lake path, and accessing concierge and travel services for a hassle-free stay.

Delicious Dining Options and Entertainment
Indulge in New Zealand cuisine at the stylish Wakatipu Grill restaurant, or unwind at Stacks Pub offering local favorites with a deck overlooking Lake Wakatipu. Don't miss the free hotel cinema with a selection of DVDs for a cozy night in.

Book your stay now at DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown for a memorable experience!

Important information:

Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a credit card.

Please note the following policies for children's dining offers:
For breakfast, children under 6 years dine free.
For breakfast, children between the ages of 6 and 12 dine for half price at the buffet.

Paid parking is available, subject to availability.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: ZQN

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 1678 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.8
Service: 8.8
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 8.3
Amenities: 8.3
Value for Money: 7.3
Food and Beverage: 8.3
Overall Experience: 8.8
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Vaughan solo_traveller nz
8
Pros:

location, staff

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Debra couple nz
9
Pros:

Room was modern looked like it had been recently renovated.

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Rin couple nz
7
2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Baljinder couple au
9
2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Craig solo_traveller nz
8
Pros:

Staff were absolutely.amazing and so friendly. Breakfast was fresh and delicious and well replenished.

Cons:

Furnishings need refurbishing or replaced, bottom of the bed were ripped in plain sight and the couch uncomfortable after being on it for a short amount of time.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Dean extended_group au
8
2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Marton couple nz
10
2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Olivia couple nz
10
Best place and best staff
Pros:

Everything, the location is perfect and the views are amazing. The staff is so friendly and welcoming

Cons:

NA

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Zoia couple nz
8
It was nice but feels overpriced for the quality, size of the room.
Pros:

Location, quiet and peaceful

Cons:

Overpriced

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Jaena extended_group nz
8
2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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mirap902 Business
10
Affordable and accommodating housekeeping staff
Pros:

Double Tree by Hilton is a superb accommodation to stay if you are visiting Queenstown. Affordable and view is awesome. Special shoutout to Jane and Shanin for being so accommodating and did an amazing job with cleaning out room.

2026-07-25 via Tripadvisor
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Benjamin solo_traveller au
9
Pros:

Great accommodation

Cons:

Location needs a car or taking the water taxi each hour into Queenstown

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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shrestha couple au
1
Really really Disappointed.
Pros:

Location and view

Cons:

I was disappointed with my stay at DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown as it didn’t meet the standard I expected from the Hilton brand.

When we first entered our room, there was a noticeable unpleasant smell. We assumed it might have been because the previous guest had checked out late, and since we were only using the room to sleep, we decided not to make an issue of it.

Unfortunately, later that night we were repeatedly disturbed by loud door banging from the room next door, making it very difficult to sleep. We requested a room change, and I do appreciate that the hotel accommodated our request smoothly. However, I felt the receptionist wasn’t particularly willing to help at first. I was initially offered a twin room, which I agreed to, but then I was told a king room was actually available. That interaction left me feeling a little frustrated.

The second room was much better—it was clean and had no unpleasant smell. However, the pillows had a strong damp, musty smell, almost as if they hadn’t dried properly. I really think the hotel should inspect and replace the pillows, as it affected the comfort of the stay.

Overall, I expected a much better experience from a Hilton property. While I appreciate that the staff resolved the room change promptly, the room odour, noise issues, and the condition of the pillows left me disappointed.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Louise couple nz
10
Absolutely loved it. Staff were lovely and room was perfect.
Pros:

Absolutely loved the location. Close to the airport as well as the city centre. My favourite thing was the view as I could see the mountains. Room was nice and spacious.

Cons:

I do wish the tvs had access to Netflix but was happy there was a chromecast option.

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Lauren couple au
8
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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U5012HRandyp Family
10
Lakeside Bliss
Pros:

Very clean room, reasonably priced, nice variety of breakfast buffet daily , great location with water taxi to queenstown central , highly recommend for lake side accommodation close to airport

2026-07-19 via Tripadvisor
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Aaron couple nz
10
2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Louise couple nz
9
2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Dave couple nz
10
2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Renata couple ee
8
Nice stay, but secluded
Pros:

The views are very nice, we were in room 329, so the windows have a direct view to the mountains. Modern room, we had a couch and kitchenette too. The wifi works fine, you can share the screen of your device to the TV for Netflix.

Cons:

Overall things are good, just some things to keep in mind before booking:
The location is rather secluded. Luckily the water taxi goes directly to the town centre, but yeah, no shops nothing nearby. The car drive to the centre can also take a long time.
As of the room, the showerhead had a low pressure. TV could be smart, the screen sharing was rather inconvenient. There is an under the sink light in the bathroom that is motion detect, that you cant turn off. The bathroom door is glass sliding door, which gives virtually no privacy. No outlets near the bed.

Also, there is 300 NZD security deposit while checking in, keep that in mind.

2026-07-16 via Nuitee