Title: TOP Sports Hotels in South Island for 2026 | 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) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180018/2948ba2b-7820-4b5e-8e27-7fb5d6789242.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180018/2948ba2b-7820-4b5e-8e27-7fb5d6789242.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ## Check availability on South Island Sports Hotels Tonight [2 Apr - 3 Apr](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2026-04-02&endDate=2026-04-03&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [3 Apr - 4 Apr](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-04&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [10 Apr - 12 Apr](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-12&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) ## Our top choices for South Island adventure hotels ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889400/889383/6225193e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Twin | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889400/889383/a2feaaa5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889400/889383/b182ed28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889400/889383/ad73efbb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sudima Christchurch Airport [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Sudima-Christchurch-Airport.h889383.Hotel-Information) Christchurch Airport 9.2/10 Wonderful (1,104 reviews) "Large clean rooms, friendly staff and great location for local restaurants and airport" ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) Andrew £92 includes taxes & fees 8 Apr - 9 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Sudima-Christchurch-Airport.h889383.Hotel-Information) ![Sun deck](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519239/67bbc2dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Ocean View Deluxe Twin Room | Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519239/589890c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Ocean View Penthouse Suite | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519239/06c2e034.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; beach views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519239/f5df715b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hokitika-Hotels-Beachfront-Hotel.h519239.Hotel-Information) Hokitika 8.6/10 Excellent (1,004 reviews) "Nice hotel-- beach front view was very beautiful. The town is also very walkable with great dining options. Overall a nice place to stay in a good location." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Ashley £78 includes taxes & fees 17 Apr - 18 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hokitika-Hotels-Beachfront-Hotel.h519239.Hotel-Information) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/590000/584900/584862/87354413.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, minibar, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/590000/584900/584862/d2217cce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/590000/584900/584862/86771a5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Golf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/590000/584900/584862/331a18f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Millbrook Resort [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Millbrook-Resort.h584862.Hotel-Information) Arrowtown 9.8/10 Exceptional (756 reviews) "Incredible place, very peaceful, great service and epic food" ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) Muhammad £213 includes taxes & fees 2 May - 3 May [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Millbrook-Resort.h584862.Hotel-Information) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2592600/2592503/b5d99528.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2592600/2592503/f41a3655.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2592600/2592503/86639bb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premier Double Room (Taste NZ Package) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2592600/2592503/7310b8a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Arrowtown House Boutique Accommodation [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Arrowtown-House-Boutique-Accommodation.h2592503.Hotel-Information) Arrowtown 10/10 Exceptional (162 reviews) "A fabulous b&b in arrow town, location is perfect, literally a street away from the main high street, room was massive and very clean and breakfast was wonderful. Staff very friendly and accompanying and plenty of parking, it was the perfect 1st night of our New Zealand road trip!" ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) Katie £156 includes taxes & fees 22 Apr - 23 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Arrowtown-House-Boutique-Accommodation.h2592503.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5350000/5344500/5344447/40b0b3ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5350000/5344500/5344447/7e173571.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5350000/5344500/5344447/c7bfb4da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5350000/5344500/5344447/eb59d121.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Airport Palms Motel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Airport-Palms-Motel.h5344447.Hotel-Information) Burnside 9.6/10 Exceptional (1,001 reviews) "Great location to the airport." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Tom £79 includes taxes & fees 3 Apr - 4 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Airport-Palms-Motel.h5344447.Hotel-Information) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68060000/68050700/68050627/be11f6b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68060000/68050700/68050627/338f29a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![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) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68060000/68050700/68050627/4d8c85c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quest Queenstown [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Quest-Queenstown.h68050627.Hotel-Information) Frankton 9.6/10 Exceptional (486 reviews) "Comfortable and well appointed rooms." ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Douglas £112 includes taxes & fees 25 Apr - 26 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Quest-Queenstown.h68050627.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/120000/110500/110468/6376c0fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/120000/110500/110468/5595d987.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Executive Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/120000/110500/110468/2a21986c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/120000/110500/110468/e1ca2295.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-The-Rees-Hotel-And-Luxury-Apartments.h110468.Hotel-Information) Queenstown 9.4/10 Exceptional (1,000 reviews) "Exceptionally clean, well laid out apartment. Great customer service, easy check in. Shuttle to and from the hotel, great add on." ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Anne-Marie £256 includes taxes & fees 26 Apr - 27 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-The-Rees-Hotel-And-Luxury-Apartments.h110468.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2653300/2653202/910f6e0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lake View Room | Lake view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2653300/2653202/e3001b56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2653300/2653202/2a05af1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Villa Suite | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2653300/2653202/2c7fc2f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Te-Anau-Hotels-Distinction-Te-Anau-Hotel-And-Villas.h2653202.Hotel-Information) Te Anau 8.4/10 Very good (714 reviews) "Location was great" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Hamid £159 includes taxes & fees 1 May - 2 May [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Te-Anau-Hotels-Distinction-Te-Anau-Hotel-And-Villas.h2653202.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24380000/24379800/24379720/62cbc5bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24380000/24379800/24379720/64c923d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24380000/24379800/24379720/ac903d3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24380000/24379800/24379720/6ae498f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Headwaters Glenorchy Eco Lodge [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glenorchy-Hotels-Headwaters-Glenorchy-Eco-Lodge.h24379720.Hotel-Information) Glenorchy 9.8/10 Exceptional (33 reviews) "Beautiful location. We found it nice to be outside the craziness and traffic of Queenstown. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Sara £365 includes taxes & fees 1 May - 2 May [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glenorchy-Hotels-Headwaters-Glenorchy-Eco-Lodge.h24379720.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12090000/12082600/12082506/b7e8d63e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exclusive House | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12090000/12082600/12082506/77ec8a00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12090000/12082600/12082506/3732eeda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12090000/12082600/12082506/ae39c3e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Richmond-Hotels-Appleby-House-Rabbit-Island-Huts.h12082506.Hotel-Information) Appleby 9.8/10 Exceptional (60 reviews) "Ideal for what we needed, cute lil place, everything was easy with thoughtful touches." ![New Zealand](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/nz.svg) Anonymous traveller £89 includes taxes & fees 2 May - 3 May [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Richmond-Hotels-Appleby-House-Rabbit-Island-Huts.h12082506.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. [View all properties](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-15&endDate=2026-04-16®ionId=6052692&adults=2&nearby_group=recreation&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## Top South Island Hotel Reviews ![Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/d0069663_y.jpg) ### Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown 10/10 Excellent "Very businesslike, not overly friendly but professional. Location is a 10 min walk into town but it’s uphill on the return which was ok for us but just a heads up if you’re not keen on hills. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Heritage-Queenstown.h69589.Hotel-Information) ![Kamana Lakehouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/983600/983589/7ba2222c_y.jpg) ### Kamana Lakehouse 10/10 Excellent "Really enjoyed our time there, the lakehouse and views are stunning. Away from hustle bustle of Queenstown. Food was great quality and well presented, service was very good, however menu was limited. Only downside was no shop or store nearby for drinks or snacks for our room." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Kamana-Lakehouse.h983589.Hotel-Information) ![Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4200000/4192700/4192650/61562b11_y.jpg) ### Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels 6/10 Okay "Functional to sleep in before going to Milford cruise " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Te-Anau-Hotels-Te-Anau-Lakeview-Kiwi-Holiday-Park-Motels.h4192650.Hotel-Information) ![Millennium Hotel Queenstown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/48800/48773/637db517_y.jpg) ### Millennium Hotel Queenstown 6/10 Okay "very old hotel" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Millennium-Hotel-Queenstown.h48773.Hotel-Information) ![BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10160000/10153700/10153686/cfde9cc5_y.jpg) ### BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch 8/10 Good "It's a place that had a hip vibe in the lobby and a fantastic deal for the all you can eat breakfast (pay extra). The location is great in downtown and very near to the bus station. We got a room with a view/window, and had to laugh since the window was about 3ft x 4ft. We ended up keeping the blinds down since other rooms were adjacent to our windows, and we could wave at our neighbors and see more details than we wanted. The bed was comfortable and the temperature was comfortable as well. Large TV. The place you hang your coat at is immediately above the coffee station. After I hung my coat, I looked at it and realized that it wasn't great since it now covered the kettle, cups, etc. Be careful when you remove your coat, as it might snag the cups. The table it's self was tired and worn. It had moisture bubbles and chips on the edges that were painted over. The walls were thin. I could hear the showers and toilets of our neighbor. The bathroom was tight for my 6ft husband (wide shoulders) to be on the toilet. But for me, at 5ft, I was fine. The shower space was comfortable. As long as we kept the bathroom door open (which slides along an arch), the bathroom was fine. The staff was super friendly with ready smiles. The all you can eat breakfast was an awesome deal. Pastries, fruit, grain cereal, pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, baked beans, mushrooms, hashbrowns, tomatoes, yogurt, milk, juice, coffee, tea, breads, and spreads. In all, I'd return. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-BreakFree-On-Cashel.h10153686.Hotel-Information) ![Hotel Give](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3250000/3246100/3246072/d082454f_y.jpg) ### Hotel Give 6/10 Okay "Hostel type accommodation. Shared toilet. Noisy. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Hotel-Give.h3246072.Hotel-Information) ![Peppers Bluewater Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2840000/2838200/2838173/8a9e4c3f_y.jpg) ### Peppers Bluewater Resort 10/10 Excellent "Great kitchen, nice firm bed. Close to everything." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Peppers-Bluewater-Resort.h2838173.Hotel-Information) ![Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7200/7169/38830b55_y.jpg) ### Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview 8/10 Good "No air conditioning, room was very warm and street noise loud so leaving the window open at night was problematic. We didn’t see that there was a fan in one of the closets until we were leaving which would have been helpful. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Copthorne-Hotel-Apartments-Queenstown-Lakeview.h7169.Hotel-Information) ![Haka House Lake Tekapo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4930000/4922100/4922068/77ffd581_y.jpg) ### Haka House Lake Tekapo 4/10 Poor "Beautiful view from kitchen but everything else was awful. Never been so hot in a dorm. Why air conditioning in the whole hostel but not the rooms? No towel included. And one of the 2 fridges was out so groceries stuffed in one fridge. Super expensive." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-YHA-Lake-Tekapo.h4922068.Hotel-Information) ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - More ways to book - [Book Sports Hotels in South Island on Expedia.co.nz ](https://www.expedia.co.nz/South-Island-Hotels-Adventure-Sport-Hotel.0-0-d6052692-tAdventureSportHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)