Exploring one of the most photographed and filmed areas of the South Island from the lake, will leave you wishing you could stay longer.
There are a variety of options from four-star-plus luxury bed and breakfast to basic, yet comfortable, backpacker style bunkrooms.
The Glenorchy Lake House is a luxury Boutique Bed and Breakfast situated on the shores of the lake, 40 minutes drive from Queenstown and a 5 minute boat ride or 30 minute paddle from Kinloch. Rates: from $295 per night.
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Kinloch Lodge received the coveted Lonely Planet "author's pick" in 2008 and offers accommodation options for all budgets. Enjoy dinner bed and breakfast in the 1868 Heritage Lodge our relax in the more casual YHA affiliated Wilderness Lodge. Rates: Backpacker beds from $33, doubles from $90. Heritage Lodge Dinner Bed and Breakfast from $139pp.
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Kinloch Lodge Facilities 
The outdoor Hot Tub, (for in-house guests and those on 2hr trip) with magnificent views of the lake and mountains, is great to relax in after your paddle. Kinloch Lodge also has a fully-licensed restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, home baked goods, tea and coffee as well as evening meals (dinner reservations required)
There is even a Department of Conservation (DoC) campsite right on the lake shore so there is no reason not to stay.