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Axel’s take

Come for the restaurant and character, but check the renovation disruption before booking.

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Axel’s rating: 7.8/10 · a rustic, sustainability-minded 4-star hillside hotel

Sherwood is a rustic, sustainability-minded 4-star hillside hotel, not a polished resort. It’s a strong pick if you value character and good food over conventional hotel luxuries. Recent Expedia guests repeatedly praise the restaurant, welcoming staff and comfortable beds; cleanliness scores are reassuring across sites. Lake-facing rooms add to the appeal, and the complimentary guest sauna is a useful extra.

The accommodation is less consistently impressive than the dining: guests describe some rooms and bathrooms as basic or dated, and parking can fill up. You’re outside central Queenstown, so plan on driving or taking the bus. Most importantly, staged guestroom refurbishment is underway, with weekday construction noise possible; Expedia lists work through December 23, 2026, subject to change. The restaurant and wellbeing spaces remain open. We’d skip it for a disruption-free retreat or a slick, full-service hotel experience.

Rooms
Comfortable beds earn praise, but room condition varies during the staged refurbishment.
Cleanliness
Generally strong guest ratings; isolated housekeeping complaints do not define the overall picture.
Service
Recent guests regularly praise friendly, helpful reception and housekeeping staff.
Amenities
Standout restaurant, bar, complimentary bookable guest sauna, plus yoga and massage offerings.
Fees and surprises
Credit-card surcharges apply; breakfast may cost extra, parking is limited, and weekday building work is ongoing.

Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Booking.com · rcomprod-trafficsplit.azurewebsites.net · Tripadvisor · insidetourism.com. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.

The location

554 Frankton Road, Queenstown

Hillside setting overlooking Lake Wakatipu; driving or nearby buses make town access easier.

Amenities and check-in

Standout restaurant, bar, complimentary bookable guest sauna, plus yoga and massage offerings.

Check-in

after 3:00 PM

Check-out

before 10:00 AM

  • No pool
  • Activities for kids
  • Breakfast (extra charge)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Parking (free)
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Sherwood Queenstown, Queenstown: from $154 a night

From $154 a night at Sherwood Queenstown, checked Nov 1, 2026. Dec 3–4, 2026, 2 adults: $154 total. Dec 4–6, 2026, 2 adults: $344 total on Axel; Booking.com listed $545 for the same stay when seen, checked Nov 1, 2026.

Sherwood Queenstown is a rustic, sustainability-minded 4-star hillside hotel in Queenstown, New Zealand.

Address: 554 Frankton Road, Queenstown. Property ID: 1052712.

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/queenstown/sherwood-queenstown-1052712

Axel vs Expedia and Booking.com

Same hotel, same dates, 2 adults, 1 room, USD stay totals. Axel's total is this page's price for those dates; the other total is what that site listed for the same stay on the day shown.

StayAxel totalExpedia or Booking.comDifferenceSeenLinks
Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights$344$545 on Booking.com$201 less (37%)Nov 3Select · Share this stay · Check guest price

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Axel private rates

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Total price: $498 USD

2026-12-03 to 2026-12-06 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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Axel private rates by check-in date

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November 2026

Check-inAxel private rates (USD)
2026-11-07$175 for 1 night · 2 nights $350 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-08$175 for 1 night · 2 nights $370 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-09$195 for 1 night · 2 nights $394 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-10$199 for 1 night · 2 nights $414 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-11$215 for 1 night · 2 nights $445 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-12$230 for 1 night · 2 nights $469 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-13$239 for 1 night · 2 nights $404 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-14$165 for 1 night · 2 nights $340 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-15$175 for 1 night · 2 nights $382 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-16$207 for 1 night · 2 nights $435 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-17$228 for 1 night · 2 nights $446 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-18$218 for 1 night · 2 nights $457 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-19$239 for 1 night · 2 nights $482 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-20$243 for 1 night · 2 nights $489 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-21$246 for 1 night · 2 nights $463 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-22$217 for 1 night · 2 nights $473 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-23$256 for 1 night · 2 nights $449 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-24$193 for 1 night · 2 nights $381 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-25$188 for 1 night · 2 nights $384 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-26$196 for 1 night · 2 nights $419 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-27$223 for 1 night · 2 nights $441 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-28$218 for 1 night · 2 nights $418 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-29$200 for 1 night · 2 nights $418 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-11-30$218 for 1 night · 2 nights $404 · up to 14 nights priced

December 2026

Check-inAxel private rates (USD)
2026-12-01$186 for 1 night · 2 nights $425 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-02$239 for 1 night · 2 nights $393 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-03$154 for 1 night · 2 nights $321 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-04$167 for 1 night · 2 nights $344 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-05$177 for 1 night · 2 nights $331 · up to 14 nights priced
2026-12-06$154 for 1 night · 2 nights $389 · up to 14 nights priced

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Axel's take: 7.8/10

Come for the restaurant and character, but check the renovation disruption before booking. a rustic, sustainability-minded 4-star hillside hotel, scored for what it is.

Sherwood is a rustic, sustainability-minded 4-star hillside hotel, not a polished resort. It’s a strong pick if you value character and good food over conventional hotel luxuries. Recent Expedia guests repeatedly praise the restaurant, welcoming staff and comfortable beds; cleanliness scores are reassuring across sites. Lake-facing rooms add to the appeal, and the complimentary guest sauna is a useful extra.

The accommodation is less consistently impressive than the dining: guests describe some rooms and bathrooms as basic or dated, and parking can fill up. You’re outside central Queenstown, so plan on driving or taking the bus. Most importantly, staged guestroom refurbishment is underway, with weekday construction noise possible; Expedia lists work through December 23, 2026, subject to change. The restaurant and wellbeing spaces remain open. We’d skip it for a disruption-free retreat or a slick, full-service hotel experience.

  • Best for: food-focused couples; travelers who prefer rustic character; road-trippers exploring Queenstown

  • Watch out for: weekday guestroom refurbishment noise; basic or dated rooms awaiting upgrades; limited parking outside the town center

  • Location: Hillside setting overlooking Lake Wakatipu; driving or nearby buses make town access easier.

  • Rooms: Comfortable beds earn praise, but room condition varies during the staged refurbishment.

  • Cleanliness: Generally strong guest ratings; isolated housekeeping complaints do not define the overall picture.

  • Service: Recent guests regularly praise friendly, helpful reception and housekeeping staff.

  • Amenities: Standout restaurant, bar, complimentary bookable guest sauna, plus yoga and massage offerings.

  • Fees and surprises: Credit-card surcharges apply; breakfast may cost extra, parking is limited, and weekday building work is ongoing.

Axel's opinion of Sherwood Queenstown, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Booking.com · rcomprod-trafficsplit.azurewebsites.net · Tripadvisor · insidetourism.com. Reviewed Oct 28, 2026.

About Sherwood Queenstown

  • Property type: Hotel
  • 4-star hotel
  • 554 Frankton Road, Queenstown
  • Amenities: No pool, Activities for kids, Breakfast (extra charge), Restaurant, Bar, Parking (free), Self-service laundry, Accessible parking, Wi-Fi (free), Kitchen in some rooms, Meeting rooms
  • Check-in from: 15:00
  • Check-out by: 10:00
  • City page: Hotels in Queenstown

Room types

Room types and selected features reported for this hotel. Check your dates for availability.

Source: ETG room descriptions.

2 Bedrooms Bed in Dorm (shared bathroom)

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom: shared bathroom; Shared bathroom

Bed in Dorm (shared bathroom) (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: shared bathroom; Shared bathroom

Bed in Dorm (shared bathroom)

  • Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
  • Bathroom: shared bathroom; Shared bathroom

Standard room

Standard room with mountain view

Standard room with view

Standard Single room

Standard Triple room

Standard Triple room with courtyard view

Standard Family room

Standard Double room (bunk bed)

Standard Single room (single bed)

Standard Single room with mountain view (single bed)

Standard Double room (full double bed)

Standard Double room with courtyard view (full double bed)

Standard Double room with lake view (full double bed)

Standard Double room with mountain view (full double bed)

Standard Double room with street view (full double bed)

Standard Double room with view (full double bed)

Standard Twin room (twin beds)

Standard Twin room with mountain view (twin beds)

Standard Twin room with street view (twin beds)

Standard Twin room with view (twin beds)

Standard Triple room

Standard Quadruple room

Standard Quadruple room with mountain view

Standard Sextuple room

Business room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Business Quadruple room

  • Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Superior room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe room with water view

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe room with view

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe room with balcony

  • Room features: Balcony
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Executive room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Executive Twin room (twin beds)

  • Beds: twin beds
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Premium room

Premium room with lake view

Premium room with view

2 Bedrooms Premium room with lake view

2 Bedrooms Premium Single room with lake view

2 Bedrooms Premium Triple room with lake view

2 Bedrooms Premium Quadruple room with lake view

Premium Double room (full double bed)

Premium Double room with lake view (full double bed)

Premium Double room with view (full double bed)

Grand room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Suite

Suite with courtyard view

Suite with mountain view

Suite with view

Suite with balcony and with mountain view

1 Bedroom Suite with mountain view

Single Suite

Single Suite with mountain view

Triple Suite

Triple Suite with mountain view

Family Suite

Single Family Suite

Triple Family Suite

Double Suite (full double bed)

Double Suite with mountain view (full double bed)

1 Bedroom Double Suite with mountain view (full double bed)

Double Family Suite (full double bed)

Quadruple Suite

Standard Suite

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Standard Family Suite with courtyard view

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe Suite

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Premium Suite

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Premium Double Suite (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Apartment

Apartment with lake view

Apartment with mountain view

Apartment with water view

1 Bedroom Apartment

1 Bedroom Apartment with courtyard view

1 Bedroom Apartment with mountain view

2 Bedrooms Apartment

2 Bedrooms Apartment with lake view

Single Apartment

1 Bedroom Single Apartment

1 Bedroom Single Apartment with mountain view

Triple Apartment

Family Apartment

Single Family Apartment

Triple Family Apartment

Double Apartment (full double bed)

1 Bedroom Double Apartment (full double bed)

1 Bedroom Double Apartment with mountain view (full double bed)

2 Bedrooms Double Apartment with lake view (full double bed)

Double Family Apartment (full double bed)

Twin Apartment (twin beds)

1 Bedroom Quadruple Apartment

1 Bedroom Quadruple Apartment with mountain view

2 Bedrooms Quintuple Apartment with lake view

Quadruple Family Apartment

Quintuple Family Apartment

Standard Apartment

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe Apartment

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe Apartment with water view

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe Single Apartment

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe Triple Apartment

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe Apartment (sofa)

  • Beds: sofa
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Premium Apartment

Premium Apartment with view

2 Bedrooms Premium Apartment

2 Bedrooms Premium Apartment with lake view

Premium Single Apartment

2 Bedrooms Premium Single Apartment with lake view

2 Bedrooms Premium Triple Apartment

2 Bedrooms Premium Triple Apartment with lake view

Premium Double Apartment (full double bed)

2 Bedrooms Premium Double Apartment (full double bed)

2 Bedrooms Premium Double Apartment with lake view (full double bed)

2 Bedrooms Premium Quintuple Apartment

2 Bedrooms Premium Apartment (sofa)

Studio

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Studio with mountain view

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Family Studio

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Double Studio with mountain view (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Twin Studio with mountain view (twin beds)

  • Beds: twin beds
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Standard Studio

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Standard Studio with mountain view

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Premium Studio

Premium Studio with lake view

Premium Studio with view

Premium Double Studio (full double bed)

Premium Double Studio with lake view (full double bed)

Premium Double Studio with view (full double bed)

Grand Studio

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Grand Studio with mountain view

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Cottage

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Cottage with mountain view

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Family Cottage

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Double Cottage (bunk bed)

  • Beds: bunk bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe Cottage

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe Cottage with water view

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe Cottage with view

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

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