Surrounded on three sides by the pristine waters of Lake Wakatipu, set in the amphitheatre of the Remarkables Mountains, Queenstown Golf Course is one of the most scenic courses in the world.
Key Facts on Queenstown Golf Course
- Number of holes: 18
- Par: 72
- Level of difficulty: Moderate to challenging
- Year opened: 1975
- Awards: Winner of New Zealand’s Best Golf Course at the World Golf Awards 2024
Discover Queenstown Golf Course
Situated at the end of the Kelvin Heights peninsula, Queenstown Golf Club offers an enjoyable round of golf with world-class views. Challenging and unique, the course includes tricky slopes, dog-leg holes, and a standout 5th hole.
The mountain and lakefront scenery at Queenstown Golf Course is second to none. Water surrounds most of the triangular end of peninsula, while views open out toward the towering Remarkables. Trees and water features add interest to the course, while the peninsula also incorporates walking trails and sculptures along the lake shore.
On-Site Facilities
Queenstown Golf Club Bar & Café offers a full menu along with cabinet food and hot and cold drinks. Take in the views from the clubhouse balcony, which overlooks Lake Wakatipu and The Remarkables.
Meanwhile, the golf shop supplies golfers with equipment hire and purchase as well as apparel.
The Queenstown Golf Course Experience
Stay – Queenstown
ROKI Collection Queenstown
Conveniently located in central Queenstown, ROKI redefines luxury with spacious, exquisite lakeside suites and attentive service. Breakfast and pre-dinner canapes are included with your stay.
Rosewood Matakauri
Indulge in a true luxury lodge experience at Rosewood Matakauri, nestled in private lakeside grounds not far from Queenstown. Enjoy daily breakfasts and dinners as part of your stay.
Azur Lodge Queenstown
Contemporary luxury and elevated views define this luxury lodge, which perches on a hillside near central Queenstown. Gourmet breakfasts, pre-dinner drinks, and canapes are included with your stay.
The Rees Hotel Queenstown
Perfectly poised by the shores of Lake Wakatipu, within easy reach of both the downtown and Queenstown Golf Course, The Rees offers rustic elegance and warm southern hospitality. Rooms range from hotel studios to extravagant penthouse residences.
Sightseeing & Excursions
Situated at the heart of New Zealand’s most dramatic mountain landscapes, Queenstown is both a rewarding destination in its own right and a jumping-off point for excursions into the wilderness beyond. From Mt Aspiring National Park to Fiordland National Park, Arrowtown to Wanaka, the region abounds with diverse offerings.
Queenstown itself is best known for adventure activities, Central Otago winery tours, wilderness sightseeing, skiing, and – of course! – its world-renowned golf courses.
Our recommended Queenstown experiences include:
- Milford Sound and Doubtful Sound cruises
- Central Otago wine tours
- Scenic helicopter flights over Queenstown, Fiordland, or Mt Aspiring National Park
- Adventure activities that range from jet-boating to skydiving
Other popular Queenstown experiences include the Onsen Hot Pools, stargazing, guided heli-hikes, TSS Earnslaw historic steamship cruises, fishing, rafting, Lord of the Rings tours, paragliding, ziplining, skiing, and much more.
Experience Queenstown Golf Course with our New Zealand golf tours
Any New Zealand golf tours that visit the South Island will include a stay in Queenstown, so it’s easy to add Queenstown Golf Course to a number of different itineraries. Reach out to our team for assistance designing your New Zealand golf tour.
