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A building with a glass door, wooden shutters, and a covered outdoor seating area with picnic tables.
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.
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.

1. Lakes Edge Lodge

Lakes Edge Lodge
Lake Tekapo
Australia
Marites
₩82,543
₩94,924 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.
Two people sitting by a window overlooking a lake and mountains.
BBQ/picnic area
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

2. Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
Lake Tekapo
United Kingdom
Katie
₩207,475
₩238,596 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
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 kitchen with a stove, oven, and various kitchen utensils on the wall.
A reception desk with a wooden top and blue edge, a clock on the wall, and a painting of a boat.
A hotel hallway with a staircase, a blue exit door, a plant, and a painting on the wall.

3. The Boathouse Lodge

The Boathouse Lodge
Picton
Australia
Luciano
₩63,750
₩73,313 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
The Boathouse Lodge
A balcony with a view of a street, stone wall, and a row of chairs.
A travel agency wall with brochures for Queenstown, NZ, and Fiji & Asia.
A reception area with a counter, a red couch, and a wooden wall.
A modern office space with a reception area, bar stools, and a large screen displaying a video.

4. Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
Queenstown City Centre
Australia
Amanpreet
₩89,863
₩103,342 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
A wooden cabin with a porch, a hammock, and a picnic table.
Room
A bathtub with a glass of wine and a bottle, surrounded by greenery.
A bathtub with a view of a grassy field and trees.

5. The Barn Cabins & Camp

The Barn Cabins & Camp
Marahau
Australia
Torin
₩55,435
₩63,750 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
The Barn Cabins & Camp
A bunk bed room with curtains, a map on the wall, and a desk.
A room with a green wall, a map, and a cat sitting by the door.
A room with a green armchair, a small table with a lamp, and two framed artworks on the wall.
A bed with a swan-shaped pillow and a swan-shaped blanket.

6. Atlantis Backpackers

Atlantis Backpackers
Picton
Australia
Yu Chen
₩44,902
₩51,637 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 modern kitchen with a woman preparing food, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden island with bowls and fruits.
A modern building with a sign reading "Miss Lucy's".
A modern kitchen with white tiled backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinets.

7. LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
Queenstown City Centre
United States
Ryan
₩128,959
₩148,303 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
LyLo Queenstown
A train station with a luggage storage area, a ticket counter, and a computer displaying Google.
A hotel corridor with a central staircase, white railings, and purple lighting.
A hotel corridor with a central staircase, multiple doors, and a seating area with tables and chairs.
A two-story building with a sign reading 'jailhouse accommodation' and a gated entrance.

8. Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel

Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel
Addington
United Kingdom
Caoilte
₩61,537
₩70,768 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel
A hotel room with a large bed, floral bedspread, a view of greenery outside, and a window with curtains.
A room with a wooden dresser, a mirror, a fireplace with red tiles, and a framed artwork above the fireplace.
A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, a sink, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A neatly made bed with a floral bedspread, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

9. Gladstone Grand Hotel

Gladstone Grand Hotel
Fairlie
Australia
Brig
₩69,320
₩79,721 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Gladstone Grand Hotel
A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a bar counter, and a seating area.
A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and indoor plants.
A modern hotel reception area with a reception desk, a large potted plant, and a view into the dining area.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

10. Carnmore Hotel Christchurch

Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
Troy
₩144,948
₩166,690 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

8/10 Good
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Annaliese 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Airport Gateway Christchurch

Airport Gateway Christchurch

10/10 Excellent
"Friendly and helful"
Elizabeth 1-night trip
Posted 23 hours 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 2 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 3 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 12 days ago
Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
LyLo Christchurch Airport

LyLo Christchurch Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Love the mix of accommodation options from pods to ensuite. Awesome community/kitchen room. Easy walking distance from airport. Fun to be able to socialise with travelers from all walks of life."
Cornelia 1-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
LyLo Christchurch Airport

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