Frankton Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Frankton which includes a small town or village, a lake or waterhole and forest scenes
Stay in this picturesque part of Queenstown where the airport is located to enjoy spectacular mountain views and relaxed lakeside walks.

Frankton is a small neighbourhood and quiet alternative to staying in the busy tourist centre of Queenstown. Frankton sits on the eastern shores of the Frankton Arm, an area of the vast Lake Wakatipu. Come to this suburb to see fantastic mountain scenery from well-maintained waterfront trails and park reserves.

Walk along the popular Frankton Arm Walkway, which begins at the suburb’s waterfront and follows the northern shores of Frankton Arm towards Queenstown Gardens. Gaze across the water and admire the snow-capped peaks of The Remarkables mountain range. Stop for a drink, snacks or lunch with views of the water at a boathouse café. Allow between 2-3 hours for a return journey on this trail.

Venture to the water’s edge at Kawarau Falls Scenic Reserve to appreciate views of the mountains reflected in the glistening lake water. Cross Kawarau Falls Bridge, which was built in the 1920s to control the water flow of Kawarau River, a distributary of Lake Wakatipu. Stroll along the Kelvin Peninsula Walkway on the southern banks of the Frankton Arm and look up at Ben Lomond and Queenstown Hill, two mountains that rise above Queenstown’s town centre.

Play a round of nine holes or try footgolf at the Frankton Golf Course. Step aboard a helicopter for an awe-inspiring flight to the summit of Cecil Peak.

Find a range of amenities, including car rental companies, tour operators and a shopping mall in the suburb. Dine at fast food joints, pubs and steakhouses.

Frankton is home to Queenstown Airport, which receives flights from Auckland, Christchurch and Wellington in addition to major cities in Australia. The suburb and airport are just a 10-minute drive from Queenstown’s commercial centre public buses depart regularly from the airport and Frankton bus station. Use Frankton as a base for discovering the world-famous adventure pursuits in Queenstown, including bungee jumping, hiking, skiing, snowboarding and toboggan-style go-karting.


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Our pick of the best Frankton Hotel Deals

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
4 out of 5
16 - 18 Mountain Ash Drive, Remarkables Park, Queenstown
The price is NZ$210 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
NZ$210
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 4-star ski aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a ski shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (637 reviews)
"The hotel was great and the best part were the wonderful staff. The staff was very helpful and took time to help with anything."

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2024

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
4.5 out of 5
22 Grant Rd, Queenstown, Otago
The price is NZ$246 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
NZ$246
per night
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (257 reviews)
great hotel!
"we had a great stay! the staff were so courteous and helpful.. the place looked new and is very clean!!! we’ll def book our stay here again!"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2024

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
Wyndham Garden Queenstown
Wyndham Garden Queenstown
4 out of 5
32 Red Oak Drive, Remarkables Park, Queenstown
The price is NZ$233 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
NZ$233
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (636 reviews)
"Nice clean friendly place"

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2024

Wyndham Garden Queenstown
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park, an IHG Hotel
4.5 out of 5
28 Red Oaks Drive, Frankton, Queenstown
The price is NZ$220 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
NZ$220
per night
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (245 reviews)
"Standard holiday inn property. Felt quite modern. Since its an airport hotel, surprised that they did not have an airport shuttle. No spa facilities either."

Reviewed on 15 Mar. 2024

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park, an IHG Hotel
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park
4 out of 5
24 Hawthorne Drive, Remarkables Park, Frankton, Queenstown, Otago
The price is NZ$250 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
NZ$250
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (908 reviews)
Good location
"We had a great stay at the hotel. Walkable to many restaurants and grocery stores. Quiet location than Queenstown, so we were glad that we chose Frankton area."

Reviewed on 23 Mar. 2024

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park
Quest Queenstown
Quest Queenstown
4 out of 5
34 Red Oaks Drive, Queenstown, Otago
The price is NZ$250 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
NZ$250
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (207 reviews)
"very comfortable"

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2024

Quest Queenstown
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Queenstown City Centre

5/5(1 area review)

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.

Queenstown City Centre
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Fernhill

Fernhill is well-regarded for its captivating mountain views, ample dining options and fantastic lake views, and you might also want to make a stop by Lake Wakatipu, a top sight in the neighbourhood.

Fernhill
Sunshine Bay featuring mountains, a small town or village and forest scenes

Sunshine Bay

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

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

Sunshine Bay


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