Fernhill Travel Guide
Queenstown





Popular places to visit

Queenstown Gardens
Play a round of disc golf, or join a touch-rugby match at these historic botanic gardens on the banks of Lake Wakatipu.

Skyline Queenstown
Take one of the world’s steepest cable-car rides to the top of picturesque Bob’s Peak for views across Lake Wakatipu and beyond.

Queenstown Mall
During your visit to Queenstown, you can enjoy retail therapy at Queenstown Mall. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.

TSS Earnslaw Steamship
Cruise in style across Lake Wakatipu, on this century-old steamship, which once carried Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip.

Kiwi and Birdlife Park
Your best chance to see New Zealand’s national bird is at this fascinating wildlife sanctuary.

Queenstown Beach
Surrounded by postcard-perfect scenery, this urban beach on the shores of stunning Lake Wakatipu is a destination for swimming, water sports and jet boating.
Things to do

Queenstown: Lake Wakatipu Scenic Cruise (90 Minutes)

TSS Earnslaw Cruise with Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dinner

Queenstown: Jet Boat Adventure with Thunder Jet

Milford Sound Wilderness Cruise

Milford Sound Full-Day Experience with Nature Cruise & Lunch ex Queenstown

Bike The Wineries (Full-Day) - Bike & Wine Tour
Top hotels in Fernhill

Kamana Lakehouse
Clean room, amazing view deck, friendly front desk staff, free parking, wonderful breakfast.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Mercure Queenstown Resort
Room was of a very nice quality. A wee bit away from town centre. Not sure the car parking fee is warranted but otherwise satifactory.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
Good location close to CBD but away from the hustle & noise. Comfortable, quiet & well-equipped, what else could you need?
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Spotless rooms, great location. Breathtaking views of the Remarkables.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Sherwood Queenstown
Beautiful view, breakfast was yummy
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Millennium Hotel Queenstown
Clean room, staff were great to deal with, and pleasantly surprised with our daily charcuterie board!
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fernhill

Sunshine Bay
Visitors to Sunshine Bay like its mountain views and restaurants, and Lake Wakatipu is a sight worth a stop.

Queenstown City Centre
The panoramic lake views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Queenstown City Centre. Make a stop by Skycity Queenstown Casino or Queenstown Mall while you're exploring the area.

Boydtown
When in Boydtown, you can plan a visit to Skyline Queenstown and Kiwi and Birdlife Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Goldfield Heights
Though Goldfield Heights may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Queenstown Mall and Skycity Queenstown Casino.

Frankton
Frankton is known for its fantastic lake views, and you can make a stop by Remarkables Park Town Centre and Lake Wakatipu while in the area.
