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samefam
@samefam
Reviewed on 15 June 2023
Terrific stay at Kamana
"Our clean large comfortable room, the restaurant food and service, the easy parking, the spectacular views, soaking in the hot tub and most of all the very helpful lovely staff made this a happy memorable wonderfu..."
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#1 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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Julia C
@JuliaC602
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2023
A perfect place in Franz Josef
"A very clean, quiet, comfortable room with excellent modern features."
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#2 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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KIrsty
@KirstyGeorgeson
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2021
Brilliant staff and a lovely stay
"It was very central and the room was lovely and clean but the staff were really next level; they were so helpful and knowledgable and lovely."
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#3 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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Fraser R
@180fraser
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2022
Awesome hosts, great WiFi and a to die for backdrop
"The hosts are awesome - great sense of humour and really down to earth, the WiFi is excellent, the room was clean and tidy and the bed was comfy."
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#4 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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Rafaela
@RafaRosaParkland
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2022
Perfectly clean and quiet
"The room was clean and perfectly comfortable, the amenities were great and it was QUIET!"
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#5 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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glasgowgirlAustralia
@glasgowgirlAustralia
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2023
Excellent birthday trip
"Stayed here with my husband for his 70th birthday, this hotel is one of the best we have stayed in, and we have travelled all around the world, we were pleasantly upgraded, room spacious, shower amazing, this hote..."
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#6 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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Small Hotel
Quest684210
@Quest684210
Reviewed on 1 May 2023
Incredible suite with an amazing view
"We were blown away by the beautiful room, clean bathroom, and the huge balcony with a spectacular view of the Lake and Mountains."
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#7 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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Dottie
@Sundaygal22
Reviewed on 2 June 2022
Awesome, ticks all the boxes for me.. lovely warm fires going for the cool nights nice cosy areas to sit and read or relax with
"We stayed two nights... great reception, check in was smooth and easy and reception was friendly and informative.. had a booking though bookme package was great, was in forest wing great room and views off lake an..."
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#8 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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Nick in NZ
@Nick L
Reviewed on 14 July 2022
Great stay at Chateau on the Park
"... but it was perfectly adequate, and the complimentary toiletries they use are very good Our room rate included breakfast and the buffet breakfast they have there is one of the best ever – plenty of choice for h..."
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#9 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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kengar281
@kengar281
Reviewed on 20 Aug 2021
True 5 star service hotel
"... were so attentive; the amazing meal we enjoyed in the evening at the True South Dining Room; the spacious room with amazing views; spa bath with views to the mountains and the relaxing salts to add to the bath."
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#10 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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GrandTour62535374006
@GrandTour62535374006
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2022
Beautiful location, great room
"Beautiful location, great room"
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#11 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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Max
@Maxxy34
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2022
Fantastic place!
"The room was clean, new and spacious with a well-equipped kitchen (which we didn't make use of unfortunately)."
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#12 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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Gavin M
@Gmoney484
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2023
Some of the best views in New Zealand, right up close.
"Positives - Great views from the room - amazing balcony with our superior room, where we spent many hours enjoying the outdoors - The Snowline Bar - great place to sit and unwind after a long day - nice drinks and..."
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#13 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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#14 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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Gavin M
@Gmoney484
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2023
Best deal in town - right next to the Lake
"We upgraded to a Lake View room and were on the ground floor so we could sit outside and walk out our door right up to the beach - amazing."
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#15 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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Resort
Kate W
@Chartwell23_13
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2023
Better than expected
"The hotel is a series of small buildings, each containing a small number of rooms and apartments, some overlooking Lake Tekapo Our room was spacious with an a very well designed bathroom, so nice to have a great s..."
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#16 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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Wendy D
@wendyd135
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2021
Excellent hotel
"Great location easy walk into restaurants and attractions in the CBD The team here were professional and the room spacious and clean"
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#17 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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#18 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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Grdgoddess
@Grdgoddess
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2022
Lovely place to stay and the staff is awesome
"The water took us into the heart of Queenstown proper, the pool was magnificent, we were upgraded to a great room with fantastic views and had Danique to thank for all of it!"
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#19 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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SSB
@T1408SCstefanb
Reviewed on 11 June 2021
Great location, Great Staff, Excellent amenities all round
"Recommend the king lake view room on an upper floor (we were on floor 4) and had excellent uninterrupted views of lakes, gardens across the way and downtown Queenstown."
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#20 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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AdamSTC
@AdamSTC
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2022
Kaikoura Stopover
"Stayed in a very spacious one bedroom apartment which had everything we needed for our stay."
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#21 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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Stephen W
@Stephenbw
Reviewed on 9 Sept 2023
Great location, very comfortable room and very accommodating staff
"We stayed in room 404, which was very spacious, with a separate lounge and dining area and very large, comfortable bedroom and large well appointed ensuite."
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#22 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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jojoroot
@jojoroot
Reviewed on 2 July 2023
Awesome Accomodation !!
"Awesome stay , great room , room services , excellent restaurant , bar and awesome staff Definitely will stay again Loved the room they were fantastic Can’t say enough how wonderfully we were taken care of"
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#23 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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Inn
Kylie K
@kyliek788
Reviewed on 12 May 2021
Mini break
"Lovely welcoming staff; warm, clean and comfortable room opening onto garden, delicious food and one of the most iconic pubs in NZ."
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#24 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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Alison R
@Juno137
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2023
Ticks all the boxes
"The room was spacious, comfortable and well-appointed, and the location is excellent for all retail, food and cultural wishes."
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#25 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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heatbar
@heatbar
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2021
Overnight stay as part of West Coast promotion deal
"Faultlessly positioned ocean view room for panoramic view of the ocean and sunset."
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#26 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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TravelCat
@CathieS899
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2023
One night before flying.
"The room was lovely and clean, shower was good, it exceeded our expectations for an airport hotel."
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#27 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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#28 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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503molly
@503molly
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2023
Perfect hotel for our weekend in Queenstown
"The room was clean, breakfast -delicious and staff super friendly."
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#29 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
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Hostel
Sally
@Sally M
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2024
A good basic offer, dormitories and private rooms available
"We struggled to find accommodation in central Queenstown at peak season and ended up at Nomads with a private room and en suite. Location was amazing, room and service good. It delivered over and above expectations..."
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#30 Best Value of 3,601 places to stay in South Island
South Island Accommodations Information
Accommodations in South Island | 3,424 |
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Accommodations Prices From | AU$76 |
Accommodations Reviews | 407,186 |
Accommodations Photos | 193,962 |
Travel high season | Sep - Nov |
Travel low season | Jun - Aug |
High season avg price | AU$342 |
Low season avg price | AU$249 |
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Price trends, weather and things to do can help you make a decision.
Season
Avg. price/night
Avg. temperature
Avg. precipitation
Dec - Feb
Avg. price/night
$398
HIGHEST
$142$960
Avg. temperature
-
Avg. precipitation
42mm
DRIEST
32 mm84 mm
Mar - May
Avg. price/night
$375
$142$960
Avg. temperature
-
Avg. precipitation
61mm
32 mm84 mm
Jun - Aug
Avg. price/night
$283
LOWEST
$142$960
Avg. temperature
-
Avg. precipitation
63mm
WETTEST
32 mm84 mm
Sep - Nov
Avg. price/night
$378
$142$960
Avg. temperature
-
Avg. precipitation
48mm
32 mm84 mm
Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed hotels in South Island. Select dates and complete search for nightly totals inclusive of taxes and fees.
Hotels near the sights
- Milford SoundRead more
- Christchurch Botanic GardensAt the heart of Christchurch's reputation as the Garden City, the Gardens are a place of ever-changing beauty. Showcasing flora and fauna of New Zealand and other parts of the world, the Gardens feature one of the finest collections of exotic and local plants in New Zealand. With more than 1.1 Million visitors each year the Botanic Gardens are one of the Christchurch's most popular and well-loved attractions.Read more
- Doubtful SoundRead more
- Lake TekapoRead more
- Queenstown GardensRead more
- Christchurch TramwayHop on board one of our heritage trams for an entertaining and informative tour of the inner city! Use the trams to explore must-see attractions including Riverside Market, the Botanic Gardens, the Bridge of Remembrance and New Regent Street. Your ticket is valid for one day and allows you to jump on and off the trams as you please at the various stops around the route, and the drivers offer an informative live commentary about the city and sights.Read more
- Kiwi ParkExplore our 5-acre oasis at the Kiwi Park. A family-owned and operated wildlife centre in the heart of Queenstown, dedicated to saving our endangered wildlife species. We have over 20 species of native wildlife on display, including New Zealand's national icon, the Kiwi and our living fossil, the Tuatara See Kiwi Live Everyday! Kiwi Encounters: 10am, 12pm, 1.30pm & 4.30pm (Late April-Sep) 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 3pm & 5pm (Oct-Late April) Live Bird and Conservation Show: 11am & 3pm (Late April-Sep) 11am, 1.30pm & 4pm (Oct-Late April) Maximum occupancy in Kiwi House 50 people, token given on arrival on first served basis. Token collection is compulsory 10 minutes before the Kiwi Encounter, unless sold out.Read more
- Te Anau Glowworm CavesVisit the Te Anau Glowworm Caves - an underground network of limestone caves lit by hundreds of glowworms. In the darkness they produce a glittering display. Carved out by the force of the river, the underground world is surprisingly beautiful with whirlpools and roaring waterfalls. Begin with a scenic cruise across Lake Te Anau and then our nature guides will take you in groups through the caves and then in a small boat into the grotto.Read more
- Christchurch GondolaVisit the Christchurch Gondola for truly spectacular scenery. With breath-taking panoramic views of Christchurch, Lyttelton and beyond, the Gondola’s summit station also offers walking tracks, Christchurch Discovery Ride detailing the area’s history, a licensed café and a gift store. Only 15 minutes’ drive from central Christchurch and with Qualmark Gold accreditation, the Christchurch Gondola experience is a fantastic way to view the city from a different perspective.Read more
- Pancake Rocks and Blowholes WalkAlways check the website for changes that might affect your trip.Read more
Frequently Asked Questions about South Island hotels
- Hotel Montreal, Roma on Riccarton Motel, and The George Christchurch are some of the most popular hotels for travellers looking to stay near Christchurch Botanic Gardens. See the full list: Hotels near Christchurch Botanic Gardens.
- The Sails Nelson, Pohara Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park, and Queenstown Holiday Park Creeksyde are all popular resorts for travellers staying in South Island. See the full list: South Island Resorts.
- Popular luxury hotels in South Island include Split Apple Retreat, Hulbert House, and Adrift in Golden Bay. See the full list: South Island Luxury Hotels.
- Popular hotels close to Christchurch Intl Airport include Airport Palms Motel, Commodore Airport Hotel Christchurch, and Airport Christchurch Luxury Motel & Apartments. See the full list: Hotels near Christchurch Intl Airport.
- A few of the most popular hotels near Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa are Settlers Boutique Motel, The St James, and Village Lake Apartments. See the full list: Hotels near Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa.
- Some of the most popular pet-friendly hotels in South Island are Hotel Montreal, Centre Court Motel, and Aden Motel. See the full list: Pet Friendly Hotels in South Island.
- Popular cheap hotels in South Island include Merivale Manor, Aurora on George, and Bay Vista Waterfront Motel. See the full list: Cheap Hotels in South Island.
- Split Apple Retreat, Lakeside Apartments, and Rosewood Matakauri have a spa and received excellent reviews from travellers in South Island. See the full list: Spa Resorts South Island.
- Settlers Boutique Motel, Century Park Motor Lodge, and Hanmer Apartments all received great reviews from families travelling in South Island. See the full list: Family Hotels South Island.
- Popular hotels by the beach in South Island include Split Apple Retreat, Adrift in Golden Bay, and The Anchor Inn Beachfront Motel Kaikoura. See the full list: South Island Beach Hotels.
- Abel Tasman Lodge, Palazzo Motor Lodge, and Split Apple Retreat received great reviews from travellers looking for a romantic hotel in South Island. See the full list: Romantic Hotels South Island.