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.

Bob's Peak
Take in one of New Zealand’s most sublime views and enjoy some high-adrenalin sports at the summit of this famous peak.
Things to do

Queenstown: Lake Wakatipu Scenic Cruise (90 Minutes)

Queenstown: Ice Bar Entry with Warm Winter Gear and Drink

Queenstown: Jet Boat Adventure with Thunder Jet

Milford Sound Wilderness Cruise

Queenstown: Hidden Underwater Theatre Experience

Queenstown: Shotover River and Kawarau River Jet Boat Ride
Top hotels in Fernhill

Kamana Lakehouse
Great view from the restaurant, very clean rooms and competent staff
Reviewed on 1 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
Small room but very nice setup. Feel very comfortable. Reception is very warm.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Sherwood Queenstown
The staff were very friendly &helpful. Rooms clean & the beds comfortable! We loved the ethos of the hotel to recycle as much as possible and even an organics bin in the kitchen! The restaurant is excellent
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Millennium Hotel Queenstown
Staff were fantastic and very helpful.
Reviewed on 4 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.
