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Our top choices for South Island cheap hotels

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

1. Lakes Edge Lodge

Lakes Edge Lodge
1.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (41 reviews)
"Room only but in decent condition and shared amenities were decent. Good location."
United Kingdom
Srikant
The price is ₩119,372
₩137,278 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
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.

2. Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (455 reviews)
"Lovely hostel in the middle of Tekapo with stunning views of the lake. Clean room, very comfortable and convenient."
United Kingdom
Katie
The price is ₩290,961
₩334,605 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Haka House Lake Tekapo
A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background.

3. Atlantis Backpackers

Atlantis Backpackers
2.0 star property
Picton
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Very sweet place."
Australia
Yu Chen
The price is ₩45,944
₩52,836 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Atlantis Backpackers
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.

4. The Boathouse Lodge

The Boathouse Lodge
2.0 star property
Picton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (229 reviews)
"Very cool place to stay and friendly Staff as well!"
Australia
Luciano
The price is ₩64,434
₩74,103 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Boathouse Lodge
A hotel room with a large bed, floral bedspread, a view of greenery outside, and a window with curtains.

5. Gladstone Grand Hotel

Gladstone Grand Hotel
2.0 star property
Fairlie
5.4 out of 10, (64 reviews)
"Sheets were clean and bed was comfy but otherwise very rundown old building a bit pricey for what it is."
New Zealand
Sally
The price is ₩70,064
₩80,577 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Gladstone Grand Hotel
A wooden interior with a table and chairs, a view of a mountain, and a sign with text.

6. LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (774 reviews)
"Good stay"
United States
Ryan
The price is ₩130,342
₩149,893 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
LyLo Queenstown
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

7. Carnmore Hotel Christchurch

Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
4.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (963 reviews)
"Nice hotel"
United States
James
The price is ₩155,357
₩178,661 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
A deck with a wooden floor and glass doors leading to an interior space, overlooking a mountainous landscape.

8. The Brownston Hostel

The Brownston Hostel
2.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (133 reviews)
"Very good location clean and comfortable room. "
United States
Levent
The price is ₩91,587
₩105,325 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
The Brownston Hostel
A table with two chairs on a rooftop terrace with a view of mountains and a lake.

9. Melbourne Lodge

Melbourne Lodge
3.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (848 reviews)
"Gorgeous place, amazing location, super clean & nice!!! Absolutely recommend"
United States
Lourdes
The price is ₩122,086
₩140,399 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Melbourne Lodge
A spacious indoor area with multiple tables and chairs, a reception desk, and a large window providing natural light.

10. Tui Base Camp

Tui Base Camp
3.0 star property
Tuatapere
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (51 reviews)
"Kitchen facilities were great "
Australia
Adrienne
The price is ₩33,084
₩38,050 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Tui Base Camp
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel

8/10 Good
"Enjoyed our stay at the Godley. Beautiful view of the lake."
Shelley 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Godley Hotel