Title: TOP Boutique 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) ![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) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180018/2948ba2b-7820-4b5e-8e27-7fb5d6789242.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__price_find.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Save instantly and earn perks with One Key [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check availability on South Island Boutique Hotels Tonight [14 Jan - 15 Jan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&adults=2&propertyStyle=BOUTIQUE&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [15 Jan - 16 Jan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&adults=2&propertyStyle=BOUTIQUE&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [16 Jan - 18 Jan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&adults=2&propertyStyle=BOUTIQUE&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [23 Jan - 25 Jan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&adults=2&propertyStyle=BOUTIQUE&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) ## Our top choices for South Island boutique hotels ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1410000/1404200/1404115/fb418b9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1410000/1404200/1404115/1e1cf0d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1410000/1404200/1404115/cd17074c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1410000/1404200/1404115/97315ac2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fiordland Lodge [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Te-Anau-Hotels-Fiordland-Lodge.h1404115.Hotel-Information) Te Anau 9.6/10 Exceptional (60 reviews) "Really nice location and property. Very good food too and super friendly staff" ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) Vanessa [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Te-Anau-Hotels-Fiordland-Lodge.h1404115.Hotel-Information) ![Sauna](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55540000/55531300/55531272/28f3f50b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Luxury Double Room (O'Malley Suite) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55540000/55531300/55531272/d50155be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55540000/55531300/55531272/5bcdec99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Superior Room (Iwi Katea Room) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55540000/55531300/55531272/fddd0499.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Fern & Thistle Luxury Accommodation [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Benhar-Hotels-The-Fern-Thistle-Accommodation.h55531272.Hotel-Information) Benhar 9.6/10 Exceptional (56 reviews) "Fresh homemade bread, jams and marmalade for breakfast." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Ross £68 includes taxes & fees 22 Jan - 23 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Benhar-Hotels-The-Fern-Thistle-Accommodation.h55531272.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19680000/19676500/19676433/cfa5781d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19680000/19676500/19676433/2f5b7832.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![QT Remarkables Lakeview King | Premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19680000/19676500/19676433/237231eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19680000/19676500/19676433/69f2e647.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### QT Queenstown [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-QT-Queenstown.h19676433.Hotel-Information) Queenstown City Centre 9.4/10 Exceptional (989 reviews) "Courteous staff, convenient and beautiful location, decent breakfast spread." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Vineet £250 includes taxes & fees 10 Feb - 11 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-QT-Queenstown.h19676433.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16200/16116/100def4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16200/16116/78e3e441.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16200/16116/a53b73c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16200/16116/1151429c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The George Christchurch [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-The-George-Christchurch.h16116.Hotel-Information) Christchurch City Centre 9.4/10 Exceptional (632 reviews) "The room was great- loved the nightly delivery of water chocolates and that adorable teddy bear :) staff was so attentive friendly kind and helpful. Thank you for a great stay -location was also easy from airport and wonderful for the convenience of Hasley Park/gardens." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Deborah £200 includes taxes & fees 20 Jan - 21 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-The-George-Christchurch.h16116.Hotel-Information) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4490000/4487900/4487832/1ea05443.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Formal Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4490000/4487900/4487832/49667e1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Sea Room | Living area | Plasma TV, iPod dock](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4490000/4487900/4487832/db1e20ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4490000/4487900/4487832/b6c7b6dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Escape To Picton [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Picton-Hotels-Escape-To-Picton.h4487832.Hotel-Information) Picton 9.2/10 Wonderful (81 reviews) "We really enjoyed our stay at Escape to Picton. The welcome glass of wine and cheese was a lovely touch, and the staff were warm and welcoming. The room was spotless and very comfortable, the bathtub was a highlight, breakfast was very good, and the location was ideal. Would happily stay again." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Angela £150 includes taxes & fees 25 Jan - 26 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Picton-Hotels-Escape-To-Picton.h4487832.Hotel-Information) ![Pukaki Homestead | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953200/6953169/d7d16d1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953200/6953169/1a4512d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953200/6953169/2f220be6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953200/6953169/b5c7a0e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ben-Ohau-Hotels-Mt-Cook-Lakeside-Retreat.h6953169.Hotel-Information) Ben Ohau 9.8/10 Exceptional (6 reviews) "It was nice and quiet. Food and service was fantastic. We just struck a bad time with the weather "FOG"" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Olaf £1,972 includes taxes & fees 29 Jan - 30 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ben-Ohau-Hotels-Mt-Cook-Lakeside-Retreat.h6953169.Hotel-Information) ![Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4530000/4528400/4528349/8c8fc686.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4530000/4528400/4528349/ac09c537.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4530000/4528400/4528349/d5e60b04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4530000/4528400/4528349/29d03cbe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Queenstown Country Lodge [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Queenstown-Country-Lodge.h4528349.Hotel-Information) Lake Hayes 9.8/10 Exceptional (27 reviews) "No negatives except NO negatives! 10 days great stay!!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) David [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Queenstown-Country-Lodge.h4528349.Hotel-Information) ![Luxury Double Villa, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Lake View | Bathroom | Separate bathtub and shower, rainfall showerhead, hair dryer, bathrobes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1150000/1140100/1140017/b20b93ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Luxury Double Villa, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Lake View | Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1150000/1140100/1140017/11c1fda4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Luxury Double Villa, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Lake View | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1150000/1140100/1140017/622e7c87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1150000/1140100/1140017/6f3cab6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Azur Luxury Lodge [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Azur-Luxury-Lodge.h1140017.Hotel-Information) Sunshine Bay 10/10 Exceptional (87 reviews) "Fantastic location and a truely breathtaking view from the room. Staff very helpful in arranging activities during our stay. 1 st class in every respect " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Jonathan £941 includes taxes & fees 14 Jan - 15 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Azur-Luxury-Lodge.h1140017.Hotel-Information) ![Tower Suite | Living area | 40-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2370000/2363200/2363135/df01a769.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Tower Suite | Living area | 40-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2370000/2363200/2363135/b223e2bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Gondola Double Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2370000/2363200/2363135/6e9650e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2370000/2363200/2363135/b721eec9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Queenstown-Park-Boutique-Hotel.h2363135.Hotel-Information) Queenstown City Centre 9.6/10 Exceptional (474 reviews) "Lovely staff, gorgeous room, perfect location. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Matthew £313 includes taxes & fees 17 Jan - 18 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Queenstown-Park-Boutique-Hotel.h2363135.Hotel-Information) ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15360000/15350100/15350007/ec6f6c43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15360000/15350100/15350007/4e4c5c69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Sports facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15360000/15350100/15350007/735d2b4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily full breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15360000/15350100/15350007/2224efa2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hulbert House [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Hulbert-House.h15350007.Hotel-Information) Queenstown City Centre 10/10 Exceptional (22 reviews) "Our 4th trip to Hubert House and as always we had a great stay. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) bret £476 includes taxes & fees 29 Jan - 30 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Hulbert-House.h15350007.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=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28®ionId=6052692&adults=2&specialized_stays_group_explore=boutique_property&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## Top South Island Hotel Reviews ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - More ways to book - [Book Boutique Hotels in South Island on Expedia.co.nz ](https://www.expedia.co.nz/South-Island-Hotels-Boutique-Hotel.0-0-d6052692-tBoutiqueHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)