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A modern balcony with a glass railing, a potted plant, and a sofa.
A modern hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the ocean.
A bedroom with a large window overlooking the sea, a bed, and a chair.
A modern hotel room with a large window, a brown leather sofa, a small round table, and a bed with a wooden headboard.

1. Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura
Australia
Maree
₩136,190
₩156,618 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Sudima Kaikoura
A modern room with large windows offering a view of a lake and mountains. There are two sofas and a wicker chair.
A room with large windows offering a view of a lake, mountains, and trees.
Two people sitting by a window overlooking a lake and mountains.

2. Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
Lake Tekapo
United States
Steven
₩201,709
₩231,965 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Haka House Lake Tekapo
A group of people dining at a buffet with various dishes displayed in bowls.
A modern building with a prominent "LyLo" sign, large windows, and a bicycle parking area.
A staircase with a mural of buildings and a bird.
A hammock lounge area with striped fabric seating and a person reading a book.

3. LyLo Christchurch Airport

LyLo Christchurch Airport
Christchurch Airport
Australia
Rebecca
₩81,296
₩93,491 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
LyLo Christchurch Airport
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a grassy area with picnic tables and a building in the background.
A modern building with a reception area and a function room.
A modern hotel room with a curved shower enclosure, two beds with white linens, a wooden ceiling, and framed pictures on the wall.
A wooden staircase with metal railings and a grey carpeted floor.

4. Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
ERIC
₩76,988
₩88,537 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Bealey Quarter
A modern building with a central atrium, large windows, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A modern room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony overlooking a lake and mountains. Inside, there is a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a coffee table with a vase of flowers.
A terrace with a table and chairs, overlooking a lake and mountains.
A room with a large window offering a view of a lake and mountains. There are wooden chairs and tables arranged for seating.

5. The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Queenstown
Australia
Lillian
₩402,432
₩462,797 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
A modern building with large glass windows and a mountain backdrop.
A modern living room with a large sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a fireplace, and a scenic view through large windows.
A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a view of a kitchen and outdoor landscape.
A balcony with a table set for breakfast, overlooking a road and a lake with mountains in the background.

6. Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Queenstown
Australia
Jeremy
₩225,338
₩259,139 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
A modern restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.
A modern kitchen with a built-in island, a grey sofa, and a white tiled backsplash.
A modern spa room with a central hot tub, two massage beds, and a wooden ceiling design.
An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, a long bench with cushions, and large potted plants.

7. Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City
Christchurch City Centre
United Kingdom
Sara
₩214,961
₩247,205 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Sudima Christchurch City
A modern building with a circular window and a view of a lake and mountains.
A modern living room with a sofa, a round coffee table, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a chair, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A dining area with tables set for four, large windows offering a view of a lake and mountains.

8. QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown
Queenstown City Centre
Australia
Olivia
₩366,962
₩422,004 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
QT Queenstown
A cozy room with a purple sofa, wooden flooring, and a brick wall. There are books on a table, a lamp, and a fireplace.
A spacious attic bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, and a dining area.
A dining room with a wooden table and chairs, a white lamp, a television on the wall, and a window.
A living room with teal walls, a blue sofa, patterned armchairs, and a flat-screen TV.

9. The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
Christchurch City Centre
United States
Michael
₩179,376
₩206,284 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
A riverside hotel with modern architecture, a walking path, and a view of mountains.
A modern living room with large windows, a fireplace, and a view of a lake.
A modern hotel room with a stone fireplace, a sofa with red cushions, a desk with a chair, and a large window offering a scenic view.
An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the pool area, a lounge with seating, and a stone wall in the background.

10. Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Kawarau Falls
Australia
Samantha
₩244,321
₩280,969 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
A modern hotel entrance with a stone facade, large potted plants, and a well-lit interior visible through the glass doors.
Two people toasting with drinks at an outdoor table with a view of parked cars and a building in the background.
An aerial view of a hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.
A stone structure with a rectangular opening, surrounded by greenery and a parking lot with cars.

11. Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Blenheim CBD
Australia
Ian
₩95,524
₩109,853 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
A modern interior with large windows offering a view of a mountainous landscape and a bridge.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, wooden wall paneling, a sliding glass door to the outdoors, and a mounted TV.
A modern multi-story building with large glass windows and stone pillars.
A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

12. Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
Lake Tekapo
Australia
Suresh
₩499,231
₩574,116 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows overlooking the street.
A modern hotel room with two large beds, a sofa, a bedside table with a phone, and a window with a view of the outside.
A restaurant with blue booths, wooden tables, and chairs.
A modern building with the name 'Mayfair' prominently displayed.

13. The Mayfair

The Mayfair
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
Li Yong
₩218,675
₩251,476 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 5 - Sep 6
The Mayfair
A row of cabins with a mountain backdrop and a hot air balloon in the sky.
A spacious balcony with a dining area, a sofa, and a grill, overlooking a mountainous landscape.
A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, a view of mountains, and a window with curtains.

14. Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
Arrowtown
Australia
Layne
₩417,827
₩480,501 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Millbrook Resort
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.
A modern bathroom with a round mirror, a vanity with a marble countertop, and a blue bench.
A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a matching armchair, a coffee table, a dining area with a small table and chairs, and a view of the city through large windows.
A historic building with a classic architectural style, featuring multiple stories, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

15. Fable Dunedin

Fable Dunedin
Dunedin City Centre
Australia
Courtney
₩144,078
₩165,690 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Fable Dunedin
A modern hotel entrance with a stone facade, large glass doors, and a well-lit interior visible through the windows.
A restaurant with indoor seating, a wooden ceiling, and a green wall.
An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a green wall, and a view of the restaurant interior.
A modern interior with a curved staircase, metallic railings, and a patterned wall.

16. The George Christchurch

The George Christchurch
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
George
₩267,049
₩307,106 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
The George Christchurch
A wooden interior with a table and chairs, a view of a mountain, and a sign with text.
A modern kitchen with a woman preparing food, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden island with bowls and fruits.
A modern kitchen with white tiled backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinets.
A person lying on a bed with a view of a mountain through a window.

17. LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
Queenstown City Centre
United States
Dana
₩161,439
₩185,655 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
LyLo Queenstown
A view from inside a room with large windows overlooking a parking area and mountains.
A view from a window overlooking a parking lot with cars, a mountain range, and a clear sky.
A building with a wooden facade, large windows, and a sign indicating handicapped parking.
A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of mountains, and a curtain.

18. Haka House Wanaka

Haka House Wanaka
Wanaka
United States
Lenore
₩138,099
₩158,814 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Haka House Wanaka
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel dishwasher, oven, and sink. There is a wooden cabinet above the counter and a small plant on the countertop.
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a kitchenette. There is a balcony with a railing.
A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a lamp. There is a glass wall with the text "WEST FITZROY APARTMENTS" visible.
A modern interior with a glass door leading to a living area, a potted plant, and a decorative metal piece on the wall.

19. West Fitzroy Apartments

West Fitzroy Apartments
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
Dan
West Fitzroy Apartments
A modern living room with a wooden accent wall, a teal sofa, a small table, and a chair.
A hotel kitchen with a sink, breakfast items, and a sign with induction cooktop instructions.

20. Quest on Kilmore

Quest on Kilmore
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
Kelvin
₩122,466
₩140,836 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Quest on Kilmore
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₩200,476 total
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₩184,096
₩211,710 total
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A red speedboat on a turquoise river surrounded by rocky banks and dense green trees.

Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Loved our stay! Everything we could’ve asked for… friendly staff, comfortable and clean rooms, delicious food. Enjoyed the ferry speedboat on our doorstep into the town, great way to start and finish the day."
Pippa 5-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

10/10 Excellent
"Clean space, nice little kitchenette - everything that was needed and close to ski shuttle!"
Kathryn 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 5-star hotels in South Island?
According to Expedia customer reviews, Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa, The Spire Hotel Queenstown and Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery in Queenstown are some of the most popular 5-star hotels around South Island. From their prime locations to their amenities and services, everything about these luxurious stays is designed to go above and beyond.
How much does it cost to stay in a 5-star hotel in South Island?
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What makes a hotel 5 stars in South Island?
From high-end restaurants and 24-hour fitness centers to swimming pools and superior bedding, the 5-star experience in South Island is all about comfort and luxury. But it takes more than just top-notch amenities to earn a 5-star rating. Stays also have to provide extraordinary guest-focused services like beauty treatments, on-site laundry and room service any time day or night.