With a stay at The Waterfront in Queenstown (Queenstown City Centre), you'll be steps from Lake Wakatipu and SKYCITY Wharf Casino. .This aparthotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Fear Factory Queenstown and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Toi o Tahuna.
The Waterfront offers 20 accommodations with fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Televisions come with satellite channels.
Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. This Queenstown aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 20 guestrooms, featuring fireplaces. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers.
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, babysitting (surcharge), and ski storage.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
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
Limited on-site self parking
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
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
40-inch TV with cable/satellite channels
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 available
Minimum check-in age: 20
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 3 percent 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 50.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per day
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20.0 per day
Rollaway bed fee: NZD 50.0 per day
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
National rating
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.
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
The Waterfront Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Fabulous spot a stone's throw from the heart of Queenstown. Absolutely beautiful views.
There's an elevator, so no stairs or hills to have to drag your bags up.
Parking is a little tight but plenty of spaces available.
Very centrally located with excellent views over the lake. Easy walking distance to all major downtown Queenstown destinations. On site parking a real bonus. Photos from our apartment (Rm12)
Rhodri
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
lisa
Travelled with group
21 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great location within walking distance to downtown. Beautiful view of the mountains with plenty of room for two couples to be very comfortable. Laundry facilities available on bottom floor and plenty of parking space.
Great location, great view and access to amenities.
Scott
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sujin
15 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Sujin
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Derek
Travelled with family
31 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
convenient hotel, walking distance to everything
Fabulous location. It’s on a noisy road (at times), but that’s to be expected for the convenient location. Our apartment was nice, comfy and had good amenities.
Thank you for the lovely base for our family to explore Queenstown for the final leg of our NZ holiday. Everything was very comfortable and the location is incredible! Highly recommend.
Best location and view from the 4th and 5th floors.
Barry
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
John
10 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Customer Service
Great location. Appreciated the early check in.
John
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Hazem
Travelled with family
9 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Amazing stay
Amazing location and very nice property, in the heart of the city within walking distance of the shopping area and pretty much all other attractions in Queenstown, room was spotless and beds were super comfy, great stay overall, will be back
Hazem
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Mayank
Travelled with family
12 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The property is beautifully located. However, the staff is non responsive. Despite my daily requests to add shampoo (my only request during the stay), it was not provided. The shampoo bottles stayed empty until the end.
Great location right in town on water. Nice staff was accommodating with early check in. Loved view from 4th floor apartment. Spacious, clean and well equipped. Staff was helpful with transport instructions.
Jacqueline
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Donna G
25 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Amazing views
We had room #3A which was the top floor with a large balcony, incredible views of the lake and The Remarkable’s mountain range. We loved Queenstown, great town with lots to do and see. The hotel was super convenient and nicely stocked with everything you need. We had great happy hours on the patio:deck.
Good location, very convenient to walk to town centre. It would be nice if there are additional basic items such as salad bowl, non-stick pan and a bottle of diswashing liquid. Otherwise, it is a very nice apartment with good laundry facility.