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Driftaway Queenstown
After a long tradition of helping people realise their ideal holiday, we are so excited to redefine your Holiday Park experience with Driftaway Queenstown. With new architectural cabins, a modern Facility Hub, and spacious camping sites, our aim is to welcome you to a completely unique experience where you can easily access adventure or spend your days relaxing in our idyllic lakeside setting.
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!
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5.0/5
Amazing view, great and and new facilities.
There are also some shops / bars nearby for a quick eat.
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5.0/5
Beautiful location - paid a little extra for a fabulous view over the lake.
This is an immaculate site with excellent clean facilities - faultless. Highly recommend it - we stayed an extra night to soak it all in.
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5.0/5
Amazing campsite, best value around Queenstown, we’d say.
We had a lot of fun playing pingpong and Pac-Man and more. The kitchens are super modern and clean and nice. Same for toilets and showers. Beautiful lake views from (most) sites. To quote my partner: ‘Best campsite ever, worth every penny.’
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5.0/5
Best site so far.
Amazing views of the lake from tiered levels of pitches. Each pitch had it's own picnic bench. Great kitchen facilities with outdoor heated plates for BBQ. Clean spacious plentiful warm showers and toilets. Hospitable welcome. Very well organised. Direct access to lakefront through a coded gate where you can walk along the frankton track beside at lake into Queenstown ( 6km). Water taxi back at night takes you 400m from the site. Couldn't fault it tbh.
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5.0/5
Stunning view of the lake and great facilities.
A must stay, especially if you’re a little road weary.
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5.0/5
Fantastic (as we understand!) new site.
Great facilities and views. First class. Really pleased we couldn’t get into the Hampshire Lakeview Holiday Park in Queenstown. Strongly recommend; a gem of a find. Simply perfect and beautiful
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5.0/5
A Slice of Heaven with Exceptional Service!
Staying at Driftaway Campsite was an unforgettable experience. While its location in the heart of Queenstown feels like a piece of heaven, what truly sets this place apart is the remarkable quality of service provided by its team. From the moment I arrived, it was evident that this campsite isn’t just managed—it’s cared for, with a level of professionalism and passion that is rare to find.
I had to make a last-minute change to my booking, reducing my stay by one night, and requested that the refund for the cancellation be gifted as a tip to their incredible staff. To my surprise, they graciously declined and insisted on returning the amount to my account—an act that reflects their integrity and genuine care for their guests.
Driftaway isn’t just a campsite; it’s a sanctuary where attention to detail, customer care, and exceptional management combine to create a truly special experience. Whether it’s the spotless facilities, the breathtaking surroundings, or the warm and welcoming team, this place is a must-visit for anyone looking to explore Queenstown in style and comfort.
Thank you, Driftaway team, for going above and beyond. I’ll cherish this stay and am already looking forward to returning!
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5.0/5
Best campsite we’ve stayed at in the South Island!
New, clean, amazing views, friendly staff. Definitely recommend
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5.0/5
Can’t think of a flaw.
Very fresh facilities kept very clean, fantastic views and helpful staff
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5.0/5
We have stayed in a few campsites during our 3 week trip to New Zealand and Driftaway was definitely one of the best.
Everything was spotlessly clean and the bathrooms were like walking into a hotel facility.Absolutely loved our stay.
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5.0/5
Really pleasant stay at the campsite.
They provide you with fully equipped and clean facilities. Queenstown centre is about an hour away by foot but the walk by the river can be amazing if you’re up for it ( if not there’s a bus and water taxi you can get). The only downside is there’s only one block of toilets so if you’re the other side of the campsite it can be quite a trek. Overall very pleased and would recommend!
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5.0/5
Best paid campsite we’ve stayed in after 2 weeks travelling the north island and the west coast of the South Island.
Facilities were immaculate. The kitchen had pots, pans and cooking utensils. There were plenty of hobs and barbecues. Bathrooms were clean and good showers except be careful as the self contained showers have a gap at the bottom so the next persons shower water can come into your shower cubicle
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5.0/5
Beautiful place with complete facilities given to motorhome passengers.
Near to airport abd city center.
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4.5/5
Hands down the best facilities of any campground I have ever stayed at.
Yes, it is more expensive than most but the value for the money was up there with the best I have experienced. Kitchen was fully kitted out and had the best views in Queenstown to boot, bathrooms plentiful, modern, clean and excellent quality. Hair dryers and straighteners provided- I’ve never known this level of luxury!
Don’t bother booking the “site with a view” unless you’re absolutely sold on needing an unobstructed view across the lake. The whole park looks up at the Remarkables and you can see the mountains from every site.
-1 point for squeezing 3 camper vans into a tiny corner space when half the park was empty, not sure why they would do this! Luckily my neighbours were lovely but it would have been pretty awkward if they were not.
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5.0/5
Amazing campsite, best value around Queenstown, we’d say.
We had a lot of fun playing pingpong and Pac-Man and more. The kitchens are super modern and clean and nice. Same for toilets and showers. Beautiful lake views from (most) sites. To quote my partner: ‘Best campsite ever, worth every penny.’
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5.0/5
Beautiful location - paid a little extra for a fabulous view over the lake.
This is an immaculate site with excellent clean facilities - faultless. Highly recommend it - we stayed an extra night to soak it all in.
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5.0/5
Amazing view, great and and new facilities.
There are also some shops / bars nearby for a quick eat.
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5.0/5
Best site so far.
Amazing views of the lake from tiered levels of pitches. Each pitch had it's own picnic bench. Great kitchen facilities with outdoor heated plates for BBQ. Clean spacious plentiful warm showers and toilets. Hospitable welcome. Very well organised. Direct access to lakefront through a coded gate where you can walk along the frankton track beside at lake into Queenstown ( 6km). Water taxi back at night takes you 400m from the site. Couldn't fault it tbh.
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5.0/5
Fantastic (as we understand!) new site.
Great facilities and views. First class. Really pleased we couldn’t get into the Hampshire Lakeview Holiday Park in Queenstown. Strongly recommend; a gem of a find. Simply perfect and beautiful
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5.0/5
Stunning view of the lake and great facilities.
A must stay, especially if you’re a little road weary.
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5.0/5
Best campsite we’ve stayed at in the South Island!
New, clean, amazing views, friendly staff. Definitely recommend
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5.0/5
A Slice of Heaven with Exceptional Service!
Staying at Driftaway Campsite was an unforgettable experience. While its location in the heart of Queenstown feels like a piece of heaven, what truly sets this place apart is the remarkable quality of service provided by its team. From the moment I arrived, it was evident that this campsite isn’t just managed—it’s cared for, with a level of professionalism and passion that is rare to find.
I had to make a last-minute change to my booking, reducing my stay by one night, and requested that the refund for the cancellation be gifted as a tip to their incredible staff. To my surprise, they graciously declined and insisted on returning the amount to my account—an act that reflects their integrity and genuine care for their guests.
Driftaway isn’t just a campsite; it’s a sanctuary where attention to detail, customer care, and exceptional management combine to create a truly special experience. Whether it’s the spotless facilities, the breathtaking surroundings, or the warm and welcoming team, this place is a must-visit for anyone looking to explore Queenstown in style and comfort.
Thank you, Driftaway team, for going above and beyond. I’ll cherish this stay and am already looking forward to returning!
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5.0/5
Really pleasant stay at the campsite.
They provide you with fully equipped and clean facilities. Queenstown centre is about an hour away by foot but the walk by the river can be amazing if you’re up for it ( if not there’s a bus and water taxi you can get). The only downside is there’s only one block of toilets so if you’re the other side of the campsite it can be quite a trek. Overall very pleased and would recommend!
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5.0/5
We have stayed in a few campsites during our 3 week trip to New Zealand and Driftaway was definitely one of the best.
Everything was spotlessly clean and the bathrooms were like walking into a hotel facility.Absolutely loved our stay.
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5.0/5
Can’t think of a flaw.
Very fresh facilities kept very clean, fantastic views and helpful staff
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5.0/5
Best paid campsite we’ve stayed in after 2 weeks travelling the north island and the west coast of the South Island.
Facilities were immaculate. The kitchen had pots, pans and cooking utensils. There were plenty of hobs and barbecues. Bathrooms were clean and good showers except be careful as the self contained showers have a gap at the bottom so the next persons shower water can come into your shower cubicle
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4.5/5
Hands down the best facilities of any campground I have ever stayed at.
Yes, it is more expensive than most but the value for the money was up there with the best I have experienced. Kitchen was fully kitted out and had the best views in Queenstown to boot, bathrooms plentiful, modern, clean and excellent quality. Hair dryers and straighteners provided- I’ve never known this level of luxury!
Don’t bother booking the “site with a view” unless you’re absolutely sold on needing an unobstructed view across the lake. The whole park looks up at the Remarkables and you can see the mountains from every site.
-1 point for squeezing 3 camper vans into a tiny corner space when half the park was empty, not sure why they would do this! Luckily my neighbours were lovely but it would have been pretty awkward if they were not.
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5.0/5
Beautiful place with complete facilities given to motorhome passengers.
Near to airport abd city center.
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5.0/5
Amazing caravan park with uninterrupted lake views from most sites.
The ski drying cages were convenient and the kitchen facilities spotless and offered amazing sunset views while cooking. The hot tub was well worth the extra cost too!
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5.0/5
I recently had the pleasure of staying at Driftaway Queenstown, and it was an exceptional experience.
Here's a review based on your experience:
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**Driftaway Queenstown Review**
The place was incredibly cozy and provided everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The amenities were well-maintained, making it feel like a home away from home.
One of the best aspects of Driftaway Queenstown is its convenient location. It is close to the bus route, which made getting around the area a breeze. The easy access to the city allowed us to explore Queenstown without any hassle.
Overall, Driftaway Queenstown exceeded our expectations, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a comfortable and conveniently located place to stay in Queenstown.
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5.0/5
Really good kitchen, showers/toilets, chill out area, eating area and staff!
I can see why it’s so popular- even in winter I was lucky to get the last spot just showing up at 10am. The views over the lake are great and for $49 (1 person unpowered) I can’t complain at all. Yes it might be more than other sites on your travels but it’s definitely worth it given the location and near Queenstown too.