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The Waterfront

3.5 star property
3.5-star aparthotel in Queenstown City Centre

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A lake with mountains in the background, a dock with a boat, and a road with vehicles.
A waterfront hotel with multiple balconies, a dock, and a view of the sea.
Executive Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms | Living area
2 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment, Lake view | Lake view
Penthouse 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment | Living area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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109 Beach Street, Queenstown, 9300
  • Place, Steamer Wharf
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Queenstown Mall
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Skyline Queenstown
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for 1 bedroom apartment, Lake view

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs. There is a kitchen area with cabinets and a countertop.

1 bedroom apartment, Lake view

  • Lake view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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2 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment, Lake view

2 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment, Lake view

  • Lake view
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Penthouse Studio, Lake view

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of mountains through the windows.

Penthouse Studio, Lake view

  • Lake view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Penthouse 2 bedroom, Lake view

Penthouse 2 bedroom, Lake view

  • Lake view
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Penthouse 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment

Penthouse 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment

  • Lake view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Executive Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

Executive Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

  • Lake view
  • 70 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Penthouse King & Twin

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Penthouse Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Queenstown

Queenstown City Centre stay.With a stay at this Queenstown City Centre aparthotel, you'll be steps from SKYCITY Wharf Casino and Steamer Wharf. Lake Wakatipu and Creative Queenstown Arts & Crafts Market are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Steamer Wharf - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • TSS Earnslaw Steamship - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Queenstown Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Queenstown Mall - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Skyline Queenstown - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Patagonia Chocolates - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Finz - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Smiths Craft Beer House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪My Thai Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pub On Wharf - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Waterfront

3.5-star aparthotel in Queenstown City Centre
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 an elevator. 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
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
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.

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includes taxes & fees
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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 transportation

  • 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

  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Smoking not allowed

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

  • No pets 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.

Property 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 20.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 50.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

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 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
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 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. The 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

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Waterfront to the airport?

The Waterfront is 5.1 mi (9-min drive) away from the Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Waterfront?

As of Jul 1, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterfront on Jul 21, 2026 start from CA $407, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Waterfront have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Waterfront.

How close is The Waterfront to the beach?

This aparthotel is a short 5-minute walk from Queenstown Beach and 4.7 mi (15-min drive) from Frankton Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Waterfront offer free breakfast?

The Waterfront does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Waterfront?

No, there is no casino at this aparthotel, but SKYCITY Wharf Casino (2-min walk) and Skycity Queenstown Casino (5-min walk) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Waterfront?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Waterfront?

This aparthotel offers free self parking.

Does The Waterfront have a pool?

The Waterfront does not have a pool.

Does The Waterfront have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this aparthotel.

How close is The Waterfront to downtown Queenstown?

The Waterfront is 0.2 mi away from Queenstown.

The Waterfront Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 368 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 135 out of 368 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 368 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 368 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 368 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Yuxuan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The location is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place to stay if you want central location in Queenstown, very quiet and all the facilities you need
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, beautiful view, helpful staff! We loved how close it is to everything, but with all the comfort of home.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great view and access to amenities.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mansoor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
An amazing view from the suite
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Unbeatable views and location in Queenstown
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hazem

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

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
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Great location, reasonable value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

QING

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

10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhodri

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
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)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
So perfect for getting into town for dinner, shopping etc
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Amazing views; great location
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette Joan

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

10/10 Excellent

Naomi Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic location in walking distance to the main centre of Queenstown.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lillian

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

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful views of the lake and easy to walk around Queenstown.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent rooms with full kitchen. Beautiful lake view. In city center really close to wharf for dining and activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Best location and view from the 4th and 5th floors.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ash

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