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BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
3.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Very good and helpful check in staff."
United States
Sachin
The price is £42
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

Galaxy Boutique Hotel

Galaxy Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (446 reviews)
"It was perfect location. staff amazing to help us. Highly recommended"
United States
Chirag
The price is £212
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May
Galaxy Boutique Hotel

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Burnside
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Steven
The price is £53
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

Archway Motel & Chalets

Archway Motel & Chalets
3.0 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (420 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff, great location with beautiful views, comfortable and clean room 👍👍👍"
Australia
JIA LING
The price is £74
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Archway Motel & Chalets

Hotel Give

Hotel Give
3.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice location"
Australia
Jessica
The price is £41
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Hotel Give

Wanaka Hotel

Wanaka Hotel
3.0 star property
Wanaka
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (754 reviews)
"Right in the heart of wanaka. Everything is walking distance."
Australia
Chirag
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
15 May - 16 May
Wanaka Hotel

The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel
3.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (668 reviews)
"Clean rooms right next to the lake, great food cafe and staff."
Australia
Hardika
The price is £85
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
The Godley Hotel

Lakeside Motel & Apartments

Lakeside Motel & Apartments
3.5 star property
Te Anau
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location "
United Kingdom
Sara
The price is £69
includes taxes & fees
16 May - 17 May
Lakeside Motel & Apartments

Lake Tekapo Village Motel

Lake Tekapo Village Motel
3.5 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Kitchen was fully equipped and parking was good as well."
Australia
Chandan
The price is £100
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Lake Tekapo Village Motel

Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
3.5 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (766 reviews)
"Rooms are clean and comfortable. Good walking distance from the centre of town. And amazing and friendly staff. 11/10 would stay here again"
Canada
Matthew
The price is £79
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Alpine Motel

The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Great location, easy parking, good sized rooms, quiet, nice laundry, pool. "
Australia
Sharron
The price is £46
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
The Hotel Nelson

Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites
3.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (485 reviews)
"Good clean friendly staff"
Australia
Mark
The price is £56
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Kaikoura Quality Suites

Pinewood Queenstown

Pinewood Queenstown
3.0 star property
Boydtown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (736 reviews)
"Well equipped kitchen, good room."
Australia
Manoj
The price is £64
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Pinewood Queenstown

ibis Christchurch

ibis Christchurch
3.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Room & bathroom were very clean. Breakfast was great Hotel staff were fantastic"
Australia
Matthew
The price is £61
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
ibis Christchurch

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
3.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room decent breakfast convenient location nice staff"
Australia
Andre
The price is £77
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Hurley's of Queenstown

Hurley's of Queenstown
3.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (578 reviews)
"Good location and nice room. Was great value."
Australia
Kunihiko
The price is £50
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Hurley's of Queenstown

Drifter Christchurch

Drifter Christchurch
3.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (177 reviews)
"Amazing facility with great staff and a safe environment for young people travelling "
Canada
Joanne
The price is £65
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Drifter Christchurch

Highview Apartments

Highview Apartments
3.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (656 reviews)
"I moved from another apartment hotel in Queenstown and this apartment at Highview was far nicer for a much better value. The staff was very friendly and the view was amazing!"
United States
Barbara
The price is £75
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Highview Apartments

Hotel St Clair

Hotel St Clair
3.5 star property
St. Clair
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (789 reviews)
"Very helpful staff and excellent location"
Australia
Robert
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Hotel St Clair

Melbourne Lodge

Melbourne Lodge
3.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (820 reviews)
"The view of the lake and mountains was impressive and an easy walk into town "
Australia
Michael
The price is £59
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Melbourne Lodge
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What are the best 3-star hotels in South Island?
You'll discover a range of 3-star hotels around South Island. Our guests recommend staying at YHA Queenstown Central - Hostel in Queenstown. It comes with a lake view and a nearby beach, and is roughly 0.1 mi southwest of downtown. The Lofts Apartments is also popular. Around 0.1 mi southwest of the centre of Queenstown, it offers first-run movie services and private winery tours.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in South Island?
Book a 3-star hotel and you can look forward to tidy and comfortable rooms and amenities such as WiFi, gyms and tea and coffee makers. These lodgings may also include a bar and restaurant. Upgrade your South Island holiday by choosing a 4-star hotel. With things like a wellness centre, round-the-clock room service and premium toiletries, you'll experience an enhanced level of relaxation and comfort.