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The Waterfront

3.5 star property
Lakefront Queenstown aparthotel in Queenstown City Centre with free parking
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Lake
Lake
Exterior
2 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment, Lake view | Private kitchen
Penthouse Studio, Lake view | Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
109 Beach Street, Queenstown, 9300
  • SKYCITY Wharf Casino
    2 min walk
  • Steamer Wharf
    2 min walk
  • TSS Earnslaw Steamship
    4 min walk
  • Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
    9 min drive

Room options

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Executive Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

Executive Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
  • 70 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom apartment, Lake view

1 bedroom apartment, Lake view

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
Fan
  • 60 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Penthouse 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | Living area

Penthouse 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Penthouse Studio, Lake view

Penthouse Studio, Lake view

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Fan
Blackout curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment, Lake view

2 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment, Lake view

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
Fan
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Penthouse 2 bedroom, Lake view

Penthouse 2 bedroom, Lake view

Highlights

Balcony
Fireplace
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
TV
Washer/dryer
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Penthouse King & Twin

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two Bedroom Executive Penthouse

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Penthouse Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Penthouse King & Queen

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Queenstown

At The Waterfront you'll be within steps of Lake Wakatipu and SKYCITY Wharf Casino. Highlights at this aparthotel include in-room free WiFi, fireplaces and balconies. .You can enjoy a TV with cable channels, and each apartment features a DVD player, a coffee/tea maker and a portable fan. A microwave, a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .This smoke-free aparthotel offers free WiFi in public areas, babysitting services and dry cleaning/laundry services. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities and ski storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Queenstown City Centre aparthotel include Steamer Wharf and Creative Queenstown Arts & Crafts Market.
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What's nearby

  • TSS Earnslaw Steamship - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Queenstown Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kiwi and Birdlife Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Skyline Queenstown - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Queenstown Gardens - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fergburger - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Patagonia Chocolates - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Smiths Craft Beer House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mrs. Ferg Beach Street - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Madam Woo - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Waterfront

Lakefront Queenstown aparthotel in Queenstown City Centre with free parking
The Waterfront offers its guests ski storage, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Waterfront also features dry cleaning/laundry services and a lift. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Queenstown aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 1996
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
The Waterfront offers 20 accommodations with fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies. Microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Cable televisions are provided. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans.

Languages

English, French, German, Hindi, Russian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Ski storage
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: NZD 50 per day

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with cable channels
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Ski storage
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 building
  • 20 units
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 1996

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 25 September 2023 to 20 December 2024 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Parking area
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 50.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 20 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 50.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Breakfree Waterfront
Breakfree Waterfront Hotel
Breakfree Waterfront Hotel Queenstown
Breakfree Waterfront Queenstown
Breakfree The Waterfront Hotel Queenstown
Waterfront Hotel Queenstown
Waterfront Queenstown
The Waterfront Aparthotel
The Waterfront Queenstown
The Waterfront Aparthotel Queenstown

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Waterfront?

The Waterfront offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Waterfront?

Yep, The Waterfront has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Waterfront?

Yep, The Waterfront is a short 5-minute walk from Queenstown Beach. Fun beach activities include fishing.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Waterfront?

No, The Waterfront does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Waterfront?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Waterfront?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Waterfront Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 329 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 126 out of 329 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 329 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 329 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 329 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sonja

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Highly recommend
Great location and tidy comfortable units
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal location but apartment was dated. Though it appears they are doing upgrades. The apartment we stayed in was tired and worn though clean. Also know the second floor apartments are basically just a bit higher than a car roof and there is a parking directly in front of your window, so you have cars before any view. If you like privacy you won’t get it here when blinds open. Still I enjoyed our stay and didn’t regret booking.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with partner
Great location, very comfortable, helpful staff and very clean. An ideal place to stay in Queenstown.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location, views & size of the property were impeccably convenient. Will recommend this to all in my circle for hands down convenience & ease.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it. This is our second stay at The Waterfront, Queenstown and it definitely won’t be our last. Great accommodation, great location and an AMAZING view.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great location, reasonable value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Amazing views; great location
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lillian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location and gorgeous view!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The location is probably the best. Steps away to town area where everything is. Street noise is expected, but bearable. Love that there are laundry racks that we could put out in our living area to dry our laundry. Bedrooms are fairly small but living area is big. Toilets seem recently refurbished. Nice and clean! Overall a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Ronnie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a week at The Waterfront. The location was great however traffic and construction noise was an issue. Beautiful views to the lake and Remarkable mountains was something special. Balcony is very small and only big enough for 2 people to stand on. Room itself was above average but it was starting to show its age. Overall not the best place we have stayed but most certainly not the worst.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ash

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views. Excellent hotel staff that go out of there way to make your stay absolutely perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views of the lake and easy to walk around Queenstown.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gok

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location- main streets and restaurants at doorstep. Excellently maintained apartment- will return anytime. Good communication.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Raghid

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a pleasant stay with the family at the Waterfront. Everything is a walking distance. The place was clean and the staff was freindly.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay. Great view, parking and super comfy. Would visit again🤗
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

QING

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, view.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views, lovely apartment and everything is within walking distance. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay here. We had a hire car so having parking was important and was free (they have some secure underground as well as outdoor). We had the one bedroom apartment, everything was clean and with a big kitchen with oven and microwave. Lounge room was excellent and a lovely view out the big windows. It was a short walk into the main area of Queenstown which was excellent not to have to drive everywhere.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
View from 4th floor
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Xinyi

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Really good location. The front desk staff was helpful. The apartment is a little dated, and I don't think the carpet was particularly clean. Otherwise spacious and comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Excellent Location & Accommodation
Great location and comfortable apartment with stunning views. Two bedroom, one double and one king. Two bathrooms, a kitchen and living room space. Two minute walk to the centre of Queenstown.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Rowan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and Apartment itself was amazing however the tiny balcony and the proximity to the constantly busy paths being on the road level apartment really let us down. Was expecting a lot more in the way of views
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

2/10 Terrible

Donna

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not worth the nearly $300. Room was filthy, mould on ceiling and in the tile grouting. Paint pealing of walls. Broken toilet seat
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023