Lakefront Apartments,18 LAKE ESPLANADE ROAD

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VR Hotels and Resorts
7.5 (1590 reviews)
26 Lake Esplanade , Queenstown , nz

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Tour desk
Ironing service
Non-smoking throughout
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Beautiful views
Friendly staff
Spacious apartments
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Inconsistent room quality
Limited amenities
Parking problems

Categories

Cleanliness
6.46
Some reviews mentioned dirty cooking utensils and a bathroom with mould.
Service
8.43
Staff were friendly, supportive, and accommodating in requests.
Location
8.97
Fantastic location with great views and proximity to town.
Room Quality
6.92
Views were great, but some apartments had uncomfortable beds and outdated facilities.
Amenities
6.45
Issues with parking and lack of basic amenities like soap were noted.
Value for Money
7.91
Good value given the location and views, but some felt the condition was lacking.
Food and Beverage
7.46
No specific mention, but standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
7.43
Overall a positive experience, despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 16:20

Property Description

Stunning Lakefront Accommodation

Luxurious Duplex Apartments: Enjoy self-contained accommodation with breathtaking views of Lake Wakatipu and the mountains. Each duplex apartment features a full kitchen, laundry facilities, and modern amenities for a comfortable stay.

Concierge Services for Adventure: Let our tour desk plan your Queenstown adventures from jet boating to wine tours. Explore the best local activities like bungee jumping, kayaking, and skiing with ease.

Prime Location: Located just minutes away from Queenstown's top attractions, our apartments offer convenience and luxury. Book now for an unforgettable stay at Lakefront Apartments, 18 LAKE ESPLANADE ROAD.

Important information:

Surcharges:

3.15% Surcharge -Applicable on all Payments Made through Visa card, Master card American Express, on all payments made through the tap Mode using debit cards also Surcharge but there is no Surcharge on Debit cards inserted or swiped at the POS machine guests arriving outside reception opening hours are kindly requested to inform the hotel in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation. please note that car parking is limited and subject to availability.


3.15% surcharge - Applicable on all payments made through Credit cards & on all payments made through the Tap mode using Debit cards

Please note that this hotel has a strict 'No Party Policy'. If guests do not comply with these conditions, the booking will be canceled, and no refunds will be made.

Only registered guests are permitted in apartments after 22:00. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

The legal guardian must provide a current photo ID or proof of guardianship if requested upon check-in. You must show a valid credit card upon check in. This credit card must be in the same name as the guest's name on the booking confirmation."This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 12 years old stay for NZD 45 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 16 years old stay for NZD 45 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.5
Based on 1590 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.46
Service: 8.43
Location: 8.97
Room Quality: 6.92
Amenities: 6.45
Value for Money: 7.91
Food and Beverage: 7.46
Overall Experience: 7.43
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Theresa • couple • nz
7
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Bev • family_with_children • au
6
Great location & was great for what we needed
Pros:

Location

Cons:

No dustpan to clean up small messes, no teaspoons

2026-03-13 • via Nuitee
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Rob • couple • nz
2
Overpriced ($NZ460per night) including credit card surcharge >3%. Owner sweating old asset for top $
Pros:

Great location, comfortable bed and roomy

Cons:

Unit was filthy. Carpet dirty and badly stained . Appliances not working (stove cooktop - sorted by manager, and dishwasher - not fixed during stay) Rubbish at front door. Room service very basic fresh towels ,tea bags but NO cleaning

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Shireen • family_with_children • au
8
2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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Shiu • extended_group • nz
10
Very nice place location
2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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Lee • extended_group • au
8
Location & views were good . Accommodation was a bit mismatched but clean and spacious
Pros:

The views were amazing

Cons:

The En-suite was a bit strange a step up to the shower & the basin to brush your teeth was so narrow with the overhead vanity it was hard to rinse your mouth

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Miranda • extended_group • nz
7
Perfect location and nice and clean
Pros:

The location was terrific. The place is older but very clean and the location exceeded our expectations. Stunning view and walking distance to town.

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • extended_group • nz
9
The Manager was wonderful giving us another apartment for one night but we had to look around town for second night the
Pros:

The second apartment the manager gave us for one night was really nice

Cons:

The first apartment I couldn’t get down the stairs to bed or toilet

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Michael • extended_group • nz
8
2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Adriana • extended_group • nz
6
Okay for one night, beautiful view, staff was nice and helpful.
Pros:

The apartment is a bit dated, and could do with a paint job. A wonderful view. Location fine for one night if you have to catch an early flight. Parking is extremely difficult as the entry to the carpark is narrow and tight.

Cons:

Give the apartment a good clean, paint job and do some repairs, e.g. the wobbly tap in the bathroom.

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Min • family_with_children • sg
9
We are happy with our stay.
Pros:

The location of apartment was fantastic, easy to find and well arranged.

Cons:

The noise from neighbors can be heard loudly.

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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L • couple • gb
8
2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Monique • family_with_children • au
8
Overall a great stay.
Pros:

Great location and apartment was a great size for the family. The beds were comfy and even though the bathroom small, it had everything we needed.

Cons:

We couldn't park very close to the apartment as we had a bigger car so getting all the luggage in and out with teh kids was tricky each day. It was also very noisy from both the orad and the ally behind us.

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Rowena • extended_group • au
8
Great stay loved the position and veiws we stunning. Nice warm heated appartment.
Pros:

Stunning Veiws of the lake and mountains, great location close to town but still abit out so not to be in the hustle and bustle, nice flat walk to town not hilly.

Cons:

A little old but still functional

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Donna • extended_group • nz
7
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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david • family_with_children • au
7
Pros:

Great view and short walk to main street

Cons:

Very tight parking bays

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Heather • family_with_children • nz
8
Pros:

Excellent location just couple minutes flat walk to town. Good facilities, great to have 2 adjoining apartments for our group.

Cons:

Back rooms were a little cramped, some areas a little worn but feel that was reflective of the price.

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • extended_group • nz
9
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Cara • extended_group • nz
7
Pros:

Location, size of the room, laundry facilities

Cons:

There's a lot of road noise at night in the bedrooms that face the road, only stairs to the rooms which can be difficult with heavy luggage or mobility issues

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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YINUO • family_with_children • cn
9
风景好
Pros:

地理位置很好，直面湖景，非常漂亮。皇后镇有很多地方需要爬坡，但这里不用，去各个景点也方便。

Cons:

停车不能停在住的楼旁边，需要走大概50米，对于我们拖家带口，又带着一堆行李箱的实在不够方便

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee