Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand

Novotel Queenstown Lakeside

Family snapshot

A lakeside Queenstown hotel with two-double-bed rooms for two adults and two children.

Stands out for

Standard Room with two double beds In-room fridge

Family essentials

The details that usually make or break a family stay, split by what the hotel has published and what is still worth a quick email before booking.

Confirmed on the hotel's own sources

  • Family rooms and suites

    Two double beds accommodate up to two adults and two children. The room has a balcony or patio, and cots can be requested.

Worth asking before you book

  • Kids club

    Ages the kids club covers, session times, and whether it is included in the rate.

  • Babysitting and child minding

    Whether babysitting can be booked on the day, minimum age, hourly rate, and notice period.

  • Pools and water play

    Pool hours, whether the kids pool is shallow enough for toddlers, and any height or age rules on slides.

  • Connecting and interconnecting rooms

    Whether connecting rooms are guaranteed at booking or only noted as a request.

  • Baby gear and cots

    Cot availability, high-chair numbers, and any charge for extra baby gear.

  • Kitchen and laundry access

    Whether the room has a microwave, fridge, and somewhere to wash clothes between outings.

  • Transport and access

    Shuttle times, cost, and how long transfers really take with small kids in tow.

  • Kids menus and dining

    Ages on the kids-eat-free policy and which restaurants on site run a kids menu.

  • Bath versus shower in room

    Whether rooms have a bathtub or only a shower. Matters a lot when bathing babies and younger toddlers.

Kid-friendly amenities

The practical parts of the stay, grouped by how families use the hotel.

Room setup and sleep

The room shapes, sleeping setup, and in-room details that affect how easy the stay feels.

  • Standard Room with two double beds

    Two double beds accommodate up to two adults and two children. The room has a balcony or patio, and cots can be requested.

Family support and dining

Extra help beyond the room itself, including child minding, baby support, and food-related backup.

  • In-room fridge

    A fridge and tea and coffee facilities allow families to store drinks and snacks.

Area and transport

Getting around

Getting around Queenstown

A car is helpful for Arrowtown, wineries, and wider day trips, but central Queenstown works on foot for many short family stays.

Compare nearby areas in Queenstown

A quick check before you lock in this base.

Read destination guide

Queenstown Central

Best for walkability, lakefront access, and staying close to dining without extra transport planning.

Frankton

Useful for easier parking, apartment options, and airport convenience.

Kelvin Heights

A quieter base for families who want views and space more than immediate nightlife access.

Questions parents ask

Short answers pulled from the hotel's own sources, not review site chatter.

  • What family room options does Novotel Queenstown Lakeside have?

    Two double beds accommodate up to two adults and two children. The room has a balcony or patio, and cots can be requested.

Confirm before you book

These are the small details that tend to change on the day, so a quick email or live chat with the hotel saves surprises.

  • Worth knowing about this hotel

    The standard room is 26 square metres. Request a cot if needed and confirm its fit alongside your booked bedding.

Sources and last checked

Last checked 19 October 2026.

  • Novotel Queenstown Lakeside: room layout

    https://all.accor.com/hotel/5308/index.en.shtml

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