DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown

Hotels
Doubletree by Hilton
8.3 (1643 reviews)
Kawarau Village, 79 Peninsula Road , Queenstown , nz

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • 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 available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs NZD 16 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 1643 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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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
B
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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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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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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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
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Dave couple nz
10
2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Kara couple nz
8
enjoyable
Pros:

bed was comfortable, kitchenette was good

Cons:

room service did not change or update all amenities, the water tank that provided filtered water was not clean

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Pia solo_traveller nz
9
Great experience
Pros:

Comfortable big beds and little kitchenette

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Danette couple nz
6
2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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DaveTracey solo_traveller nz
8
Pros:

Comfortable beds, good location

Cons:

Room quite small

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
A
Alex couple nz
10
Pros:

Buffet breakfast was excellent, views everywhere

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Coral couple au
10
2026-07-12 via Nuitee
3
31CH Family Auckland Central, North Island
10
Wonderful stay at Doubletree Hilton
Pros:

The whole experience was very satisfactory. Radinka at reception was delightful and extremely helpful. She was a lovely host. The rooms were top notch clean. The amenities (including the Stacks and the pool and spa at Hilton were awesome). Parking was easy.

2026-07-11 via Tripadvisor
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Helena couple au
7
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Lucy couple nz
9
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Rubeena solo_traveller ae
8
Pros:

The room, location..and facilities on site were perfect.

Cons:

The breakfast was horrible. Very little options and no halal options. I've never experienced this with any hilton hotel before. Was quite dissapointed after having spent so much in the room with breakfast included.

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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AHMAD solo_traveller nz
9
Really friendly and nice plus clean and helpful
Pros:

They didn’t mind our requests and were really friendly

Cons:

Just the location it is a tiny bit far from the town but the water taxi helped a lot

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Karen couple nz
8
2026-07-09 via Nuitee