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LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Good stay at a resonable price ideal if you have an early morning flight short walk to terminal "
Australia
john
The price is ₩87,878
₩101,060 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
LyLo Christchurch
Terrace/patio

Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (541 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay"
Australia
Akarshit
The price is ₩81,205
₩93,381 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Bealey Quarter
Beach/ocean view

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (582 reviews)
"Nice place to stay."
Australia
Peter
The price is ₩118,370
₩136,125 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 6 - Jun 7
Sudima Kaikoura
Front of property

Quest on Kilmore

Quest on Kilmore
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (288 reviews)
"Very clean and friendly service all employees were happy and smiling well run hotel "
Canada
Rob
The price is ₩127,116
₩146,183 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Quest on Kilmore
Terrace/patio

LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (748 reviews)
"Clean room, great staffs, convenient location for tours."
United States
Eiichi
The price is ₩100,752
₩115,865 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
LyLo Queenstown
Lounge

Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (422 reviews)
"Close to the Night Sky Project and great view of the lake."
United States
Steven
The price is ₩162,401
₩186,762 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Exterior

QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"great hotel and location "
Canada
BENJAMIN
The price is ₩318,134
₩365,859 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25
QT Queenstown
Interior entrance

The Mayfair

The Mayfair
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (313 reviews)
"Great hotel and a nice little walk into town "
United Kingdom
Debbie
The price is ₩190,473
₩219,044 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
The Mayfair
Exterior

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Kawarau Falls
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"I really enjoyed my stay at the Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa. Brilliant location, right on the lake, and close to the airport, which was great for me. Beautifully maintained rooms, brilliant views of the lake and the mountains, great ammenities, great food, great staff! I'll be booking my next stay in Queenstown here again. I didn't dine in the restaurant or cafe downstairs, but did order room service several times, and the service and the meals were fantastic. Best Caesar salad and...
Australia
Scott
The price is ₩222,855
₩256,288 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Exterior

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
5.0 star property
Queenstown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great room, wonderful restaurant and so convenient!"
United States
Daniel
The price is ₩335,931
₩386,321 total
includes taxes & fees
May 30 - May 31
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Property entrance

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
5.0 star property
Blenheim CBD
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"I thoroughly enjoyed my stay here from the most comfortable bed I have ever slept in to the top notch gourmet restaurant and wonderful staff. "
Australia
Ingrid
The price is ₩110,118
₩126,636 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Lobby lounge

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (336 reviews)
"Great hotel, walking distance to many attractions. The rooms are very nice. An excellent stay! "
United States
Pamela
The price is ₩192,012
₩220,816 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
Exterior

The George Christchurch

The George Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (649 reviews)
"Convenient location, walking distance to down town. Friendly staff, rooms clean and comfortable."
United States
lorraine
The price is ₩285,861
₩328,740 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25
The George Christchurch
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (605 reviews)
"Really great stay, spotlessly clean, Great stay."
Australia
Angela
The price is ₩161,215
₩185,397 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 6 - Jun 7
Sudima Christchurch City
Reception

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (293 reviews)
"Perfect accommodation, fabulous view would definitely return"
United Kingdom
Oriel
The price is ₩485,817
₩558,690 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
Property grounds

Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
5.0 star property
Arrowtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (762 reviews)
"Stunning place to stay my room was so cosy and the bed was so comfortable. The food was amazing the whole place was great. Just beautiful. "
Australia
Marie
The price is ₩377,858
₩434,537 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25
Millbrook Resort
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay. "
Australia
Tristan
The price is ₩253,698
₩291,751 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
Classic Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Fable Dunedin

Fable Dunedin
5.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (550 reviews)
"Great stay, room was pretty tight for space but otherwise fantastic "
Australia
Hayley
The price is ₩156,001
₩179,401 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 13 - Jun 14
Fable Dunedin
Interior

Poshtel

Poshtel
5.0 star property
Oamaru
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (405 reviews)
"Highly recommend to stay here awesome staff really nice/clean room and close walking distance to old town and pubs"
Australia
Duncan
The price is ₩144,521
₩166,199 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Poshtel
Two-Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

West Fitzroy Apartments

West Fitzroy Apartments
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (310 reviews)
"Central, walking distance to great restaurants and attractions Clean , cosy and a perfect stay Thank you"
Australia
Jodi-Lyn
West Fitzroy Apartments
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Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

24 Frankton Road Queenstown
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₩179,760
₩206,724 total
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown

10/10 Excellent
"Every thing was so lovely clean tidy well organized but was disappointed with the TV channels couldn't get them all only 2 but other wise great location a d tidy"
Christine 2-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
LyLo 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?
How much you pay for a 5-star hotel in South Island depends on things like when you plan to go and the length of your stay. A top tip for landing an awesome deal? Use our pricing filters to compare the available hotels for your selected dates.

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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.