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A modern balcony with a glass railing, a potted plant, and a sofa.
A modern hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the ocean.
A modern hotel room with a large window, a brown leather sofa, a small round table, and a bed with a wooden headboard.
A modern restaurant with wooden furniture, pendant lighting, and large windows offering a view of the sea.

1. Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura
Australia
Maree
£73
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Sudima Kaikoura
A modern room with large windows offering a view of a lake and mountains. There are two sofas and a wicker chair.
A room with large windows offering a view of a lake, mountains, and trees.
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
Australia
Yuyu
£123
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Haka House Lake Tekapo
A group of people dining at a buffet with various dishes displayed in bowls.
A modern building with a prominent "LyLo" sign, large windows, and a bicycle parking area.
A hammock lounge area with striped fabric seating and a person reading a book.
A hammock in a spacious room with large windows, a green wall, and a map on the wall.

3. LyLo Christchurch Airport

LyLo Christchurch Airport
Christchurch Airport
Australia
Rebecca
£48
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
LyLo Christchurch Airport
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a grassy area with picnic tables and a building in the background.
A modern hotel room with a curved shower enclosure, two beds with white linens, a wooden ceiling, and framed pictures on the wall.
A spacious room with a large wooden table and chairs, a projector screen, and a whiteboard.
A modern building with a reception area and a function room.

4. Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
Marty
£41
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Bealey Quarter
A modern building with a central atrium, large windows, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A terrace with a table and chairs, overlooking a lake and mountains.
A room with a large window offering a view of a lake and mountains. There are wooden chairs and tables arranged for seating.
A modern room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony overlooking a lake and mountains. Inside, there is a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a coffee table with a vase of flowers.

5. The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Queenstown
Australia
Lillian
£244
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
A modern building with large glass windows and a mountain backdrop.
A modern living room with a large sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a fireplace, and a scenic view through large windows.
A balcony with a table set for breakfast, overlooking a road and a lake with mountains in the background.
A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a view of a kitchen and outdoor landscape.

6. Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Queenstown
£119
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
A modern restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and hanging pendant lights.
A bar area with a curved counter, multiple shelves with bottles, and bar stools.
An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, a long bench with cushions, and large potted plants.
A modern spa room with a central hot tub, two massage beds, and a wooden ceiling design.

7. Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City
Christchurch City Centre
United Kingdom
Sara
£145
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Sudima Christchurch City
A modern building with a circular window and a view of a lake and mountains.
A modern living room with a sofa, a round coffee table, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a chair, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round wooden coffee table, and a view of a lake and mountains through large glass doors.

8. QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown
Queenstown City Centre
Australia
Olivia
£223
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
QT Queenstown
A cozy room with a purple sofa, wooden flooring, and a brick wall. There are books on a table, a lamp, and a fireplace.
A living room with teal walls, a blue sofa, patterned armchairs, and a flat-screen TV.
A spacious attic bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, and a dining area.
A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, and free weights.

9. The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
Christchurch City Centre
United States
Michael
£109
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
A riverside hotel with modern architecture, a walking path, and a view of mountains.
A modern outdoor seating area with a stone fire pit, overlooking a lake and mountains.
A modern living room with large windows, a fireplace, and a view of a lake.
An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the pool area, a lounge with seating, and a stone wall in the background.

10. Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Kawarau Falls
Australia
Emma
£149
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
A modern hotel entrance with a stone facade, large potted plants, and a well-lit interior visible through the glass doors.
A stone structure with a rectangular opening, surrounded by greenery and a parking lot with cars.
An aerial view of a hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.
Two people toasting with drinks at an outdoor table with a view of parked cars and a building in the background.

11. Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Blenheim CBD
Australia
Ian
£53
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
A modern interior with large windows offering a view of a mountainous landscape and a bridge.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, wooden wall paneling, a sliding glass door to the outdoors, and a mounted TV.
A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.
A modern multi-story building with large glass windows and stone pillars.

12. Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
Lake Tekapo
Australia
Suresh
£280
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows overlooking the street.
A modern building with the name 'Mayfair' prominently displayed.
A modern hotel room with two large beds, a sofa, a bedside table with a phone, and a window with a view of the outside.
A restaurant with blue booths, wooden tables, and chairs.

13. The Mayfair

The Mayfair
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
Li Yong
£121
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
The Mayfair
A row of cabins with a mountain backdrop and a hot air balloon in the sky.
A rustic lodge with a stone wall and a pond in front.
A spacious balcony with a dining area, a sofa, and a grill, overlooking a mountainous landscape.

14. Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
Arrowtown
Australia
Layne
£254
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Millbrook Resort
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.
A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a matching armchair, a coffee table, a dining area with a small table and chairs, and a view of the city through large windows.
A three-tiered dessert display on a round table with a woven coaster, accompanied by two glasses of white wine.
A modern bathroom with a round mirror, a vanity with a marble countertop, and a blue bench.

15. Fable Dunedin

Fable Dunedin
Dunedin City Centre
Australia
Courtney
£83
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Fable Dunedin
A modern hotel entrance with a stone facade, large glass doors, and a well-lit interior visible through the windows.
A bedroom with a large bed, a chandelier, a desk, and a window with a view.
An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a green wall, and a view of the restaurant interior.
A modern interior with a curved staircase, metallic railings, and a patterned wall.

16. The George Christchurch

The George Christchurch
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
George
£144
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
The George Christchurch
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.

17. LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
Queenstown City Centre
United States
Dana
£87
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
LyLo Queenstown
A view from inside a room with large windows overlooking a parking area and mountains.
A building with a wooden facade, large windows, and a sign indicating handicapped parking.
A modern dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a central fireplace, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A view from a window overlooking a parking lot with cars, a mountain range, and a clear sky.

18. Haka House Wanaka

Haka House Wanaka
Wanaka
United States
Lenore
£83
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Haka House Wanaka
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel dishwasher, oven, and sink. There is a wooden cabinet above the counter and a small plant on the countertop.
A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a lamp. There is a glass wall with the text "WEST FITZROY APARTMENTS" visible.
A multi-story hotel with a modern facade, balconies, and a sign reading "WEST FITZROY".
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a kitchenette. There is a balcony with a railing.

19. West Fitzroy Apartments

West Fitzroy Apartments
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
Dan
West Fitzroy Apartments
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel dishwasher, and a built-in microwave.
A hotel kitchen with a sink, breakfast items, and a sign with induction cooktop instructions.

20. Quest on Kilmore

Quest on Kilmore
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
Kelvin
£74
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Quest on Kilmore
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What are the best 5-star hotels in South Island?
Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa is a top pick for Expedia customers. The Spire Hotel Queenstown and Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery also earn stellar reviews from our travellers. All located in Queenstown, South Island, these 5-star hotels will give you the luxury experience from the instant you enter the lobby.
How much does it cost to stay in a 5-star hotel in South Island?
There are various pricing options for a 5-star hotel in South Island on Expedia. The amount you pay will depend on when you want to travel, trip length and other factors. Compare all of the available properties for your preferred dates and make use of our pricing and other filters to lock in the ideal high-end stay.
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What makes a hotel 5 stars in South Island?
In South Island, a hotel must provide a certain level of high-end amenities to earn 5 stars. These may include on-site gyms, spas and saunas, gourmet restaurants, premium bedding, complimentary luxury toiletries and more. What also sets 5-star hotels apart is their exceptional standard of service. You can look forward to things like nightly turn-down services, concierge services and in-room massages. Some may also offer additional touches like a welcome gift.