Driftaway Queenstown Location
We are located on Frankton Beach, 6km from the center of Queenstown. Queenstown Airport is 1.5km away and Five Mile Shopping Centre is 1.2km away.
We have made sure to have a selection of sites available that are suitable for tents, motorhomes or caravans. Select the site that best suits your needs and make sure to get in early to secure yourself a Lakeview site!
Learn More Book NowSleeping 2 people, you’ll instantly feel at home in our Studio Units that feature a private kitchen and bathroom. Make your morning coffee in your nespresso machine and watch the sunrise over the lake.
Learn More Book NowWhen you require that extra bit of space, our 1 Bedroom Self-Contained Family Units will give you just that. Sleeping upto 4 people and including bathroom and kitchen facilities, cook dinner in your room and enjoy it on your deck while soaking in some of the best views in Queenstown.
Learn More Book NowA well appointed studio unit that sleeps up to 3 people. Guests of these cabins use the bathrooms and kitchen in our modern Facility Hub. There is a kitchenette in your room where you can make breakfast and enjoy your breathtaking view.
Learn More Book NowOur bespoke, split-level Facility Hub has been designed with guest comfort and ease of use in mind. This modern hub has everything from bathrooms, kitchens and BBQ area, to a guest laundry, ski-drying room and so much more!
Learn MoreSoak up the stunning surroundings in your own private hot tub looking right down the lake of Frankton Arm. Open the front and ceiling windows right up to experience an uninterrupted view of the greatest light show in the Southern hemisphere- every night!
Learn MoreOur large family oriented camping sites and rooms are just the beginning. You’re children will be kept so busy with our jumping pillow, custom playground, embankment slide and indoor games room that you are guaranteed some peace and quiet while they play. Did we mention Queenstown's best swimming and safest swimming beach is right at our gate?!
Learn MoreThere is so much to do in Queenstown that you really must consider staying a while. Whether you want to pack your days with adventure or you just want to relax and enjoy some good food and beautiful surroundings, Queenstown really does have it all.
Learn MoreTreat yourself and your loved one to a romantic Queenstown escape. Enjoy 2 nights in your stand alone self-contained villa overlooking Lake Wakatipu. Enjoy a bottle of sparkling wine on your deck and watch the sun set over the lake and mountains.
Learn MoreSpend 2 nights in our Family Self-Contained Villa while experiencing the thrill of the K Jet and soaking away the day in our hot tubs that overlook the lake and mountains.
Learn MoreThere is so much to do in Queenstown that you really must consider staying a while. We are pleased to offer our friends from the NZMCA a discount on their stay.
Learn MoreBook online and save up to 50% on activities and trips in the Queenstown and Milford Sound Region
Learn MoreArguably one of the most iconic trips to do in Queenstown, the Shotover Jet. Feel the power of the world’s most exciting Jet Boat ride that’s suitable for children and adults alike.
Learn MoreTake a leap of faith as you shuffle out onto the edge of the bridge and get ready to push your own limits.
Learn MoreThe TSS Earnslaw - one of the best ways to see Queenstown’s surrounding landscape. Take a cruise across Lake Whakatipu aboard the iconic century-old coal-fired steamship.
Learn MoreOften fondly referred to as the 8th Wonder of the World, you simply can’t come this close to Milford Sound and not visit.
Learn MoreA stunning landscape of glacially-carved valleys, Patea/Doubtful Sound is a panorama of awe. Discover a natural landscape that is both precious and powerful.
Learn MoreThe Central Otago wine region is known around the world as being some of the best. The six sub regions are known for their different specialties due to their different climates and altitudes.
Learn MoreLevel up your Queenstown Holiday by reading our favourite things to see, do and eat while in Queestown
Learn MoreLocated on the shores of Lake Whakatipu, surrounded by mountains and just 10 minutes from everything.
Learn MoreYou can relax in a villa or campervan knowing that while you’re spending your days in nature, we are operating and maintaining a healthy respect for the environment in everything we do.
Learn MoreA collection of our favourite images of Driftaway. Still undecided? check out our favourite images shared by our guests.
Learn MoreCamping, motorhomes & caravans
Studio Self-Contained Villa (Sleeps 2)
Family Self-Contained Villa (Sleeps 4)
Cabin (Shared Bathroom. Sleeps 3)
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Queenstown Couples Escape
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Shotover Jet Boat
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The Earnslaw
Milford Sound
Doubtful Sound
Queenstown Wine Region
We are located on Frankton Beach, 6km from the center of Queenstown. Queenstown Airport is 1.5km away and Five Mile Shopping Centre is 1.2km away.
The beautiful Queenstown Trail runs directly in front of us. You can use this trail for a leisurely 6km ride/walk into town, or go further afield to Kelvin Heights or even Arrowtown. Click here to access the full trail map and plan your journey.
As an alternative to driving/walking/biking to town, the Queenstown Water Taxi has a pickup at the Frankton Marina, just 400m along the waterfront from Driftaway. The Queenstown water taxi is dog friendly. We recommend keeping an eye out on their Facebook Page for schedule or weather changes. For the current timetable, click here.
As an alternative to driving/walking/biking to town, there is a public bus that departs from the Frankton Bus shelter, or Frankton Road. For the current timetable, click here.
The beautiful Queenstown Trail runs directly in front of us. You can use this trail for a leisurely 6km ride/walk into town, or go further afield to Kelvin Heights or even Arrowtown. Click here to access the full trail map and plan your journey.
As an alternative to driving/walking/biking to town, the Queenstown Water Taxi has a pickup at the Frankton Marina, just 400m along the waterfront from Driftaway. The Queenstown water taxi is dog friendly. We recommend keeping an eye out on their Facebook Page for schedule or weather changes. For the current timetable, click here.
As an alternative to driving/walking/biking to town, there is a public bus that departs from the Frankton Bus shelter, or Frankton Road. For the current timetable, click here.
Should you require further information or you have a specific inquiry then our friendly team would love to hear from you.
Please send us a message via the attached form and we will be back to you as soon as possible.
For bookings from December 26th to January 6th, please click here.
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Our lakeside location is on Frankton Arm Beach at 11 Lake Avenue, Frankton. We are 5 minutes drive from the Remarkables Ski field and even less from 5 mile shopping centre and restaurants. Should you wish to visit central Queenstown then you can catch the water taxi from just along the lakefront.
We do not have a restaurant on site, however the Frankton Arm Tavern is across the road! There are also many eateries at 5 mile shopping centre which is just a couple of minutes drive from us!
Of course! We have free, unlimited high speed fibre that covers our entire property
Check in is available anytime after 2pm if you are staying in one of our units, if you are in a camping site then check in is available from 1pm. Early check in is subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed, however you are more than welcome to store luggage if required.
Check out is 10am, late check outs may be accommodated wherever possible, please contact reception staff to make this request. Late check outs that have not been approved with reception may incur additional charges.
If you made your booking directly with Driftaway Queenstown then please phone or email us to make any booking changes. If you have booked via a travel agent or a 3rd party website then all changes need to be made through the channel you originally booked with.
We love to have your furry friends visit us, we are big dog lovers! Dogs are welcome in camping sites but NOT in our rooms. Please inform our team when you make your booking that your pal will be joining you and we will make sure your booking is in our dog friendly area. You will be given a set of doggy-dos and doggy-don’ts to follow when you check in.
Please note we have already reached our capacity for dogs for Easter, Labour weekend and 26 Dec- 31st January and will therefore not be able to accept any more bookings with dogs.
Driftaway Queenstown is cashless and only accepts card payments. We accept EFTPOS, paywave, Visa and Mastercard.
During the booking process you will be asked to provide the details of your set up so that we can make sure to allocate the most appropriate site for your requirements. This may be slab/grass or different sizes.
Absolutely! This is all part of the Driftaway service, we even have discounts/specials on many local operators so be sure to talk to our team before or during your arrival!
At Driftaway we have 2 accessible friendly rooms. If you are requiring an accessible friendly room, please check availability with our team to ensure the room is available on the dates you require.
We also have accessible camping facilities which include an elevator in our facility hub, accessible communal bathrooms and our kitchen has an accessible cooktop and sink.
As a guide, reception is open 8am to 8:00pm, however hours do vary Summer to Winter. Should you wish to arrive after this then please advise our team who will email you late arrival instructions.
If you plan on arriving after 7:30pm we encourage having a confirmed booking in place.
At Driftaway Queenstown we have made it a priority to ensure we have a range of accommodation to suit all needs and budgets. No matter which option you choose, you can rest assured you will be treated to beautiful lake views on your private deck, where you can start making memories and we’ll take care of everything else.
When you require that extra bit of space, our 1 Bedroom Self-Contained Family Units will give you just that. Sleeping upto 4 people and including bathroom and kitchen facilities, cook dinner in your room and enjoy it on your deck while soaking in some of the best views in Queenstown.
Driftaway Queenstown is located on the shores of Lake Wakatipu in the Frankton Arm. Just 10 minutes from everything, Driftaway is your perfect base to explore everything Queenstown has to offer. Catch the water taxi from the lakefront into Central Queenstown, easy as!
A southern world class resort!
We’ve just spent a week at this incredible brand new holiday park and everything about it is just WOW. The staff, the amazing facilities, the kitchen outlook complete with fairy lights and lovely grounds with the most spectacular view and setting you could ever imagine. We felt lucky to wake up here each morning and open the blinds of our caravan and take in the view. Totally awe-inspiring - I doubt there’s a holiday park like it in the world!
Rhopenz
We checked in to stay one night at Driftaway this evening. When we checked in we found out this was the very first day they were open which was cool for us!
The views from this place are insane honestly. our site had the best lakeview ever and the facilities are unreal. I am not sure how we are going to stay at another holiday park ever again after this. Unreal
Sarah Yuklin
We've seen several other campsites on here with reviews saying "best campsite in all New Zealand" but THIS is the best campsite in New Zealand.
Brand new state of the art facilities with well thought out touches. Amazing views over the lake from the kitchen and BBQ area, friendly staff, cashless laundry and good shower pressure. 10/10! 100% would stay again.
Camper Mate Review
This is honestly the best campground I have stayed at in all my time travelling NZ.
The facilities are really clean, there is a big kitchen, cozy tv lounge, there is a gaming room and amazing views from the campsites.
Compared to the other campgrounds close by, this is by far the cheapest option.
Next to that the staff is really nice and helpful.
This is a gamechanger!
Camper Mate Review
We may have been spoiled for ever after having spent 4 nights in what must be the Hilton amongst campsites. This brand new well designed site has paid attention to every detail. The kitchen could well host a fancy cooking class, the lounge is spacious with comfortable furniture, bathrooms are super clean with great showers and there are picnic tables with just about every site. Gorgeous views over the lake, free wifi and fantastic staff. It looks well prepared for winter visitors too. A big thumbs up!
NZMCA member