Title: The 10 Best 4 Star Hotels in South Island - 2025 Updated Prices | Expedia.co.uk [South Island Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Island.dx6052692)[Hotels in South Island](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Island-Hotels.d6052692.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in South Island](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Island-Holiday-Rentals.d6052692.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to South Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-South-Island.d6052692.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in South Island](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-South-Island.d6052692.Travel-Guide-Activities)[South Island Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-South-Island.d6052692.Car-Hire-Guide)[South Island Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Island.d6052692.Holidays-City-Breaks) ![Queenstown showing a river or creek and boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180018/2948ba2b-7820-4b5e-8e27-7fb5d6789242.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Compare and book 4 Star hotels in South Island, New Zealand - 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8 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunedin-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Dunedin-City.h1063004.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37410000/37408100/37408030/2afec57f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37410000/37408100/37408030/230224b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37410000/37408100/37408030/598672e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37410000/37408100/37408030/76aaa0eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central Queenstown City Centre 8.8/10 Excellent (1032) "great location, clean rooms" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Bharathi £147 includes taxes & fees 15 Dec - 16 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Ramada-By-Wyndham-Queenstown-Central.h37408030.Hotel-Information) ![Building design](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/983600/983589/7ba2222c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lakeview Luxe | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/983600/983589/1cef4e00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/983600/983589/1a833b2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Tahuna Lakeview Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/983600/983589/a1f7879a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kamana Lakehouse Fernhill 9.2/10 Wonderful (527) "Great breakfast and staff" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Ryan £173 includes taxes & fees 2 Dec - 3 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Kamana-Lakehouse.h983589.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18260000/18258200/18258191/fa910380.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18260000/18258200/18258191/2b5ec9e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18260000/18258200/18258191/5cb17256.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Suite, 1 King Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18260000/18258200/18258191/112af557.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Novotel Christchurch Airport Christchurch Airport 9.6/10 Exceptional (1026) "Great place and nice staff walking distance airport " ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Arjan £127 includes taxes & fees 7 Dec - 8 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Novotel-Christchurch-Airport.h18258191.Hotel-Information) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7200/7169/ae183ba5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7200/7169/5a3555f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7200/7169/820ce025.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7200/7169/5539af0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview Queenstown City Centre 8.2/10 Very good (1007) "Good parking area" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Avinesh £134 includes taxes & fees 6 Dec - 7 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Copthorne-Hotel-Apartments-Queenstown-Lakeview.h7169.Hotel-Information) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/48800/48773/718b9642.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast, dinner served; local cuisine, garden views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/48800/48773/fdfd4ba6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/48800/48773/ba27c149.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/48800/48773/845bc92c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Millennium Hotel Queenstown Queenstown City Centre 8.6/10 Excellent (1015) "had a great stay. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Na £166 includes taxes & fees 13 Dec - 14 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Millennium-Hotel-Queenstown.h48773.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/83700/83611/1cefd740.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Café](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/83700/83611/5cac82c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/83700/83611/427c9e32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/83700/83611/a9155c52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Scenic Hotel Southern Cross Dunedin City Centre 8.6/10 Excellent (1017) "Nice place, clean room, close to shopping, great breakfast!" ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Sandra £68 includes taxes & fees 7 Dec - 8 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunedin-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Southern-Cross.h83611.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59200000/59194900/59194834/069a4291.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59200000/59194900/59194834/2ea06931.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![LED TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59200000/59194900/59194834/0cc20ead.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59200000/59194900/59194834/9ea0bbb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown Frankton 8.8/10 Excellent (1373) "Was actually a very good place to stay and even though near the airport was really quiet. Staff were super helpful and it was very clean and modern decor." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Robert £129 includes taxes & fees 5 Dec - 6 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-LQ-Queenstown.h59194834.Hotel-Information) ![Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15870000/15861100/15861047/w3836h2558x4y3-58bf1a9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15870000/15861100/15861047/4ec229ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; garden views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15870000/15861100/15861047/be8789d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bicycling](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15870000/15861100/15861047/89b65640.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sherwood Queenstown Queenstown 8.4/10 Very good (941) "Welcoming and friendly staff, accommodating of all requests that we had." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Chris £102 includes taxes & fees 15 Dec - 16 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Sherwood-Queenstown.h15861047.Hotel-Information) ![Remarkables View King | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67280000/67277800/67277771/e03dbca6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Modern European cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67280000/67277800/67277771/03f30dfe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Modern European cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67280000/67277800/67277771/f92afd39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67280000/67277800/67277771/26771b15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sudima Queenstown Five Mile Frankton 9.4/10 Exceptional (631) "Excellent, clean room. Nice bathroom too. Quiet sleeping. Would stay here again." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Mary Anne £121 includes taxes & fees 6 Dec - 7 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Sudima-Queenstown.h67277771.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/120000/119500/119404/8ddaca2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Classic Room, 1 Bedroom | Living area | 32-inch TV with satellite channels, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/120000/119500/119404/948c71b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Basic Studio | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/120000/119500/119404/7fa516f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/120000/119500/119404/dd06cd24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Blue Peaks Lodge Queenstown City Centre 8.6/10 Excellent (910) "Spotless; spacious; helpful staff. Great location." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Chris £142 includes taxes & fees 7 Dec - 8 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Blue-Peaks-Lodge.h119404.Hotel-Information) ![Deluxe Two Bedroom Family Motel | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4200000/4192700/4192650/61562b11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4200000/4192700/4192650/d23d307e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Two Bedroom Family Motel | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4200000/4192700/4192650/7e0f0144.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4200000/4192700/4192650/ce3c00e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels Te Anau 8.6/10 Excellent (1013) "Great location close to town and lake" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Lois £46 includes taxes & fees 19 Dec - 20 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Te-Anau-Hotels-Te-Anau-Lakeview-Kiwi-Holiday-Park-Motels.h4192650.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66930000/66926700/66926604/a053091d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66930000/66926700/66926604/7dd722c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66930000/66926700/66926604/1514eeb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66930000/66926700/66926604/w3159h2132x0y0-d89db995.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street Christchurch City Centre 8.8/10 Excellent (372) "Great service everyone was friendly. Clean room with comfy bed and close to everything. We would definitely stay here again. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Melanie £77 includes taxes & fees 15 Dec - 16 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Wyndham-Garden-Christchurch-City.h66926604.Hotel-Information) ![2 restaurants, breakfast served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519248/150486b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519248/b67b5f2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519248/9a2a98ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![2 bars/lounges](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519248/0665341e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Distinction Luxmore Hotel Te Anau 8.6/10 Excellent (1003) "The room was spacious and clean. Staff were welcoming and we enjoyed breakfast." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Emily £150 includes taxes & fees 14 Dec - 15 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Te-Anau-Hotels-Distinction-Luxmore-Hotel.h519248.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42010000/42004700/42004669/9fdcc597.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42010000/42004700/42004669/2c559c98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42010000/42004700/42004669/a59cfab8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Panoramic Window with Free Breakfast) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42010000/42004700/42004669/w5713h3806x0y0-d1d2f8ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG Queenstown City Centre 9.2/10 Wonderful (1008) "Clean room friendly staff breakfast great atmosphere good " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Aria £142 includes taxes & fees 11 Dec - 12 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites.h42004669.Hotel-Information) ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889400/889383/973a3fae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889400/889383/6225193e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889400/889383/fbe22148.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889400/889383/53ad72f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sudima Christchurch Airport Christchurch Airport 9.2/10 Wonderful (1066) "Great large clean room, easy access at airport" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Mark £79 includes taxes & fees 18 Dec - 19 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Sudima-Christchurch-Airport.h889383.Hotel-Information) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/975100/975095/0ee0cc67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premier Exclusive | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/975100/975095/3dd13e69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/975100/975095/8bd83fb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/975100/975095/d12d2601.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rydges Latimer Christchurch Christchurch City Centre 9.2/10 Wonderful (1005) "Pre pay parking fantastic Bloody Mary's Bar fantastic" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) John £93 includes taxes & fees 14 Dec - 15 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Rydges-Latimer-Christchurch.h975095.Hotel-Information) ![Daily buffet breakfast (NZD 30 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/0e44c76b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Rooftop terrace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/18932fc0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/6ef0eeda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/aec1a131.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown Queenstown 8.8/10 Excellent (1025) "Amazing stay " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Ben £125 includes taxes & fees 13 Dec - 14 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Heritage-Queenstown.h69589.Hotel-Information) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68060000/68050700/68050627/ad9e7861.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![55-inch TV with digital channels, Netflix, heated floors](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68060000/68050700/68050627/0cc6072c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68060000/68050700/68050627/4d8c85c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Studio | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68060000/68050700/68050627/87afde4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quest Queenstown Frankton 9.6/10 Exceptional (420) "beautiful place at a great price" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Philip £133 includes taxes & fees 5 Dec - 6 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Quest-Queenstown.h68050627.Hotel-Information) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30046800/30046767/0d92d897.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30046800/30046767/81ea9590.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Queen Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30046800/30046767/f0a1c5f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30046800/30046767/4a74154c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mi-pad Queenstown Queenstown City Centre 9.0/10 Wonderful (850) "Great location and great value!" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Michelle £128 includes taxes & fees 23 Dec - 24 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Mi-Pad-Smart-Hotel.h30046767.Hotel-Information) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in [Sign in](https://expedia.co.uk/user/signin?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2F4Star-South-Island-Hotels.s40-0-d6052692.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Sign up, it's free](https://expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&+=&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2F4Star-South-Island-Hotels.s40-0-d6052692.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ## Explore similar 5-star hotels Many 5-star hotels have the same amenities as 4-star hotels. 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We will be back " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Sherwood-Queenstown.h15861047.Hotel-Information) ## Find out more about South Island ## Frequently asked questions ### What are the best 4-star hotels in South Island? > Based on our guest reviews, [Browns Boutique Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Browns-Boutique-Hotel.h2923745.Hotel-Information) is among the standout 4-star hotels in South Island. Situated in Queenstown, it comes with a pillowtop mattress and concierge services. [Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown, an IHG Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Hotel-Queenstown.h10842.Hotel-Information) is another leading option in this city. Also with a 4-star rating and offering room service and concierge services, you're guaranteed a comfortable stay. ### How much does it cost to stay in a 4-star hotel in South Island? > To lock in a 4-star hotel in South Island that fits your budget, make use of Expedia's handy filters. Take a look at the available options during your getaway dates and use our pricing filter to set your maximum rate. You can also sort your results by the most wallet-friendly stay first. > > > > - Search for the lowest price from £72 ### What's the difference between 5-star and 4-star hotels in South Island? > Treat yourself to luxury living during your South Island holiday by choosing a 4-star hotel. As well as featuring upscale accommodation, these retreats are typically filled with amenities such as complimentary bathrobes, large beds and plenty more. A 5-star hotel will go above and beyond to make your trip an even more indulgent and special one. Round-the-clock concierge assistance, luxurious spas and gourmet dining are only the start of the exclusive services and conveniences you'll likely get access to.