2 Best Hotels in Queenstown, The Southern Alps and Fiordland

Situated at the bottom of Fernhill, the Heritage is quieter than other local hotels and has panoramic views of the Remarkables and Lake Wakatipu. The hotel was built almost entirely out of South Island materials, including Central Otago schist stone and cedar. Rooms are notably spacious, and are fitted with writing tables and comfortable sitting areas. It's a nice walk along the waterfront to the center of town, but it may challenge those less able.

This boutique hotel captures elegant and cozy alpine ambience in an unexpected place. High up in the suburb of Fernhill, Kamana celebrates the panoramic views of the Remarkables Mountain Range in its gorgeous communal areas---and if you book the right room, from your private balcony. It's worth forgoing a night in town to enjoy the cuisine and cocktails at the on-site Nest Kitchen & Bar, then finish your evening unwinding in their lake-view soaking tubs.