The Rees Hotel, Luxury Apartments and Lakeside ResidencesvsHippo Lodge Backpackers

Both properties are praised by those who travel for a living. Overall, The Rees Hotel & Luxury Apartments ranks significantly higher than Hippo Lodge Backpackers. The Rees Hotel & Luxury Apartments is ranked #2 in Queenstown with recommendations from 4 publications like Oyster, Star Service and Frommer's.

The Rees Hotel, Luxury Apartments and Lakeside Residences

Tripexpert score:

8/10

Location:377 Frankton Rd, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand

Price:

From $127/night

Amenities:

Bar/Lounge
Free Internet
Room Service
Shuttle Bus
Laundry Service
Concierge

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Expert reviews:

Star Service

"This lakefront hideaway is the pride of New Zealand providing a boutique ambience coupled with amazing views and service." Full review

Fodor's

"With two types of hotel room and three apartment sizes to choose from, it's suitable for solos and larger groups." Full review

Oyster

Luxury

"There are 60 hotel rooms and 90 apartments at this upscale lakefront property on the shores of Lake Wakatipu." Full review

The Telegraph

8.0

"The Rees puts luxe on the lake in Queenstown, making it an unsurprising choice for celebrities and high-end travellers." Full review

Frommer's

"The 1-to 4-bedroom apartments here offer some of the best views of any hotel in town...you’ll love extra touches like the library filled with its rare books, a cellar filled with Bordeaux wines" Full review

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