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A building with a glass door, wooden shutters, and a covered outdoor seating area with picnic tables.
A modern building with large glass windows, a wooden structure, and a stone foundation.
A room with wooden walls, a bed with a quilted mattress, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a small table with a lamp.
A person sitting on a bench inside a room with a television mounted on the wall, a window with a view of trees and a parked car outside.

1. Lakes Edge Lodge

Lakes Edge Lodge
Lake Tekapo
Australia
Marites
₩83,205
₩95,686 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Lakes Edge Lodge
A modern room with large windows offering a view of a lake and mountains. There are two sofas and a wicker chair.
BBQ/picnic area
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.
A room with large windows offering a view of a lake, mountains, and trees.

2. Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
Lake Tekapo
United Kingdom
Katie
₩221,618
₩254,861 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Haka House Lake Tekapo
A two-story building with a sign reading "The Boathouse Lodge" and amenities listed such as family rooms, shared dorms, private rooms, in-room bike storage, and free breakfast.
A hotel hallway with a staircase, a blue exit door, a plant, and a painting on the wall.
A kitchen with a stove, oven, and various kitchen utensils on the wall.
A bedroom with a bed, a hanging plant, and a window.

3. The Boathouse Lodge

The Boathouse Lodge
Picton
Australia
Luciano
₩64,261
₩73,904 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
The Boathouse Lodge
A hotel room with a large bed, floral bedspread, a view of greenery outside, and a window with curtains.
A neatly made bed with a floral bedspread, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A two-story building with a balcony on the ground floor, a sign for a bar and restaurant, and a street in front.
A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, a sink, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

4. Gladstone Grand Hotel

Gladstone Grand Hotel
Fairlie
Australia
Brig
₩69,876
₩80,361 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Gladstone Grand Hotel
A wooden cabin with a porch, a hammock, and a picnic table.
Exterior
A bathtub with a view of a grassy field and trees.
A bathtub with a glass of wine and a bottle, surrounded by greenery.

5. The Barn Cabins & Camp

The Barn Cabins & Camp
Marahau
Australia
Torin
₩55,879
₩64,261 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
The Barn Cabins & Camp
A balcony with a view of a street, stone wall, and a row of chairs.
A reception area with a counter, a red couch, and a wooden wall.
A hotel room with two beds, a red chair, and a view of the city through large windows.
A travel agency wall with brochures for Queenstown, NZ, and Fiji & Asia.

6. Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
Queenstown City Centre
Australia
Amanpreet
₩90,583
₩104,171 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
A bed with a swan-shaped pillow and a swan-shaped blanket.
A room with a green wall, a map, and a cat sitting by the door.
A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background.
A kitchen with a person cooking, a window with a painting, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

7. Atlantis Backpackers

Atlantis Backpackers
Picton
Australia
Yu Chen
₩45,263
₩52,052 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Atlantis Backpackers
A wooden interior with a table and chairs, a view of a mountain, and a sign with text.
A person lying on a bed with a view of a mountain through a window.
A modern kitchen with white tiled backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinets.
A modern building with a sign reading "Miss Lucy's".

8. LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
Queenstown City Centre
United States
Ryan
₩129,993
₩149,492 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
LyLo Queenstown
A cafeteria with a glass display case filled with food items, a chalkboard menu, and a seating area with tables and chairs.
A wooden cabin with a hot tub, a shower area, and a window for natural light.
A covered outdoor area with tables and chairs, a yellow umbrella, and a gravel path.
A room with wooden walls, a large window, a wooden table, a bench, and a ping pong table.

9. Tui Base Camp

Tui Base Camp
Tuatapere
Australia
Adrienne
₩34,934
₩40,173 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Tui Base Camp
A train station with a luggage storage area, a ticket counter, and a computer displaying Google.
A hotel corridor with a central staircase, multiple doors, and a seating area with tables and chairs.
A sign for 'jailhouse accommodation' with a brick wall and greenery.
A two-story building with a sign reading 'jailhouse accommodation' and a gated entrance.

10. Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel

Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel
Addington
United Kingdom
Caoilte
₩54,997
₩63,247 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

LyLo Christchurch Airport

LyLo Christchurch Airport

8/10 Good
"Very close to the airport 6-7 min walk perfect for an early flight if you live outside of Chch."
Steph 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
LyLo Christchurch Airport
Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse

10/10 Excellent
"Our stay at Kamana Lakehouse was absolutely incredible! From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the breathtaking views, beautiful atmosphere and exceptional hospitality. What truly made our stay special was the amazing staff. Every staff member we encountered was genuinely warm, welcoming and incredibly helpful. Nothing ever felt like too much trouble, and their kindness and attention to detail made us feel so well looked after. They really went above and beyond to make our experience memorable. The property itself is stunning, with spectacular mountain and lake views, beautiful rooms and such a peaceful, luxurious atmosphere. It was the perfect place to relax after exploring Queenstown. We absolutely loved every moment of our stay and genuinely didn’t want to leave! Kamana Lakehouse was a highlight of our New Zealand holiday, and we cannot thank the wonderful staff enough for making it so special. We would return in a heartbeat and couldn’t recommend it more highly! ❤️"
Alana 6-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Kamana Lakehouse
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

8/10 Good
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Annaliese 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Airport Gateway Christchurch

Airport Gateway Christchurch

10/10 Excellent
"Friendly and helful"
Elizabeth 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Airport Gateway Christchurch
Pinewood Queenstown

Pinewood Queenstown

8/10 Good
"We had a pleasant stay. The room was clean and comfortable, and the Filipina staff member who assisted us was very kind, friendly, and helpful. The parking area was also well-organised and convenient. Overall, we had a good experience and would recommend this place to other travellers. Thank you for the great service!"
Arthur 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Pinewood Queenstown
Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

10/10 Excellent
"Stunning property, lake views were phenomenal! Family room was spacious and very well appointed, super comfy beds and cleaned beautifully. A little further out of town but still close enough to walk, worth it for the views! Would definitely stay here again."
Rachel 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels
Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

10/10 Excellent
"Good location, excellent food all around great place to stay."
Eliot 2-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

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