Title: TOP Family-Friendly Hotels in South Island for 2025 - South Island Family Welcoming Hotels | 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) ![Kawarau Suspension Bridge showing a sporting event, a bridge and a suspension bridge or treetop walkway](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/36000/36128-Kawarau-Suspension-Bridge.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Find Family-Friendly Hotels in South Island ![price find illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__price_find.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation ![deals illustration](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) ![bed illustration](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 Family-Friendly Hotels Tonight [23 Sept - 24 Sept](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-09-23&endDate=2025-09-24&adults=2&travelerType=FAMILY&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [24 Sept - 25 Sept](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-09-24&endDate=2025-09-25&adults=2&travelerType=FAMILY&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [26 Sept - 28 Sept](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-09-26&endDate=2025-09-28&adults=2&travelerType=FAMILY&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [3 Oct - 5 Oct](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&adults=2&travelerType=FAMILY&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) ## Top South Island Family-Friendly Hotels ![32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6840000/6832000/6831917/c2fca142.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6840000/6832000/6831917/36d214a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Tennis court](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6840000/6832000/6831917/e0bdcd1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6840000/6832000/6831917/a09190eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Platinum Queenstown Villas Queenstown 9.8/10 Exceptional (548) "Great stay and family friendly, beautiful location. " [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Platinum-Queenstown-Villas.h6831917.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1760000/1753100/1753019/44038d83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1760000/1753100/1753019/c73f3bed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1760000/1753100/1753019/a02feb02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1760000/1753100/1753019/b49cd30f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts Wanaka 9.0/10 Wonderful (781) "Super nice and comfortable place to stay. Will recommend to friends. " £149 includes taxes & fees 3 Oct - 4 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wanaka-Hotels-Distinction-Wanaka-Serviced-Apartments.h1753019.Hotel-Information) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2840000/2838200/2838173/55522e75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Two Bedroom Lake View Suite | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2840000/2838200/2838173/6317602e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Two Bedroom Mountain View Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2840000/2838200/2838173/b8a1d44a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Three Bedroom Lake View Villa | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2840000/2838200/2838173/2ca6c8c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peppers Bluewater Resort Lake Tekapo 8.2/10 Very good (3193) "We really enjoyed our stay and would stay here again." £95 includes taxes & fees 15 Oct - 16 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Peppers-Bluewater-Resort.h2838173.Hotel-Information) ![Beach nearby, beach volleyball](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14870000/14863400/14863347/d6dae00f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Classic Studio Suite | 2 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14870000/14863400/14863347/e76da2d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![BBQ/picnic Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14870000/14863400/14863347/b6822085.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Studio | 2 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14870000/14863400/14863347/b9472d74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tahuna Beach Holiday Park Tahunanui 8.4/10 Very good (233) "Was perfect for what we needed, 3 kids 2 adults had a very comfortable 2 night stay " £76 includes taxes & fees 3 Oct - 4 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-Tahuna-Beach-Kiwi-Holiday-Park-Motel.h14863347.Hotel-Information) ![Children’s play area – indoor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4620000/4611700/4611684/322662a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![3 Bedroom Apartment (3BR) | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4620000/4611700/4611684/05219fcf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Self Contained Unit - 1 Bedroom Family (1BR) | Down duvets, pillow-top beds, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4620000/4611700/4611684/c091f75b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Matai Ensuite - Queen & Single (Studio) | Shared kitchen facilities | Fridge, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4620000/4611700/4611684/13eb2a0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau Te Anau 9.0/10 Wonderful (758) "Good and safe place to stay in Te anau with hot tub and saunas." £54 includes taxes & fees 23 Sept - 24 Sept [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Te-Anau-Hotels-Getaway-Te-Anau.h4611684.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) ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/aec1a131.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/7c715f8b.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) ### Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown Queenstown 8.8/10 Excellent (1007) "Wonderful location, beautiful walk to town centre, and the views were spectacular. Did not use the dine-in, but the ambiance was wonderful with the fireplaces. Fantastic winter stay!" £118 includes taxes & fees 5 Oct - 6 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Heritage-Queenstown.h69589.Hotel-Information) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54300/54263/16ea618a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54300/54263/c61eb6ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium Family Room (1 Queen and 2 Singles) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54300/54263/49982538.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Twin Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54300/54263/c23b1108.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Commodore Airport Hotel Burnside 9.6/10 Exceptional (1003) "Close to the airport, clean, great bar, restaurant" £113 includes taxes & fees 26 Sept - 27 Sept [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Commodore-Airport-Hotel.h54263.Hotel-Information) ![Arcade](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15870000/15861100/15861047/d838e6d8.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) ![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) ### Sherwood Queenstown Queenstown 8.4/10 Very good (904) "Our second time staying here - and have loved it both times." £82 includes taxes & fees 14 Oct - 15 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Sherwood-Queenstown.h15861047.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7220000/7218200/7218110/c88ae5ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Spa Studio with Balcony | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7220000/7218200/7218110/312403ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7220000/7218200/7218110/fa4b2f74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Spa Studio with Balcony | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7220000/7218200/7218110/cfc673cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Amross Motel North Dunedin 9.8/10 Exceptional (681) "Very friendly hosts" £83 includes taxes & fees 20 Oct - 21 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunedin-Hotels-Amross-Motel.h7218110.Hotel-Information) ![3 Bedroom Earnslaw Penthouse | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4460000/4451600/4451560/6a32c830.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4460000/4451600/4451560/f94ffc3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![3 Bedroom, 3 Bathroom Roadside Apartment | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4460000/4451600/4451560/88cfc6d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Walter Peak Penthouse | Private kitchen | Fridge, stovetop, dishwasher, espresso maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4460000/4451600/4451560/6ea14cc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Glebe Apartments Queenstown City Centre 9.4/10 Exceptional (375) "Awesome location and well designed for couples on holiday together. Great apartment " £192 includes taxes & fees 2 Oct - 3 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-The-Glebe-Apartments.h4451560.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=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07®ionId=6052692&adults=2&travelerType=family_friendly&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## Top South Island Hotel Reviews ![Kamana Lakehouse](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/983600/983589/7ba2222c_y.jpg) ### Kamana Lakehouse 10/10 Excellent "The staff here are impeccable, the restaurant was also such lovely food for both breakfast and dinner. The hot tub was another amazing plus side just to top things off . Will definitely be returning - asap! " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Kamana-Lakehouse.h983589.Hotel-Information) ![Scenic Hotel Dunedin City](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1070000/1063100/1063004/08aaa097_y.jpg) ### Scenic Hotel Dunedin City 10/10 Excellent "The only problem is parking. They do have parking but they are very narrow. There was t enough parking for the amount of rooms but they did however give us a park down the road at the other hotel. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dunedin-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Dunedin-City.h1063004.Hotel-Information) ![Novotel Queenstown Lakeside](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/911600/911529/2aa49999_y.jpg) ### Novotel Queenstown Lakeside 10/10 Excellent "Great all round" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Novotel-Queenstown-Lakeside.h911529.Hotel-Information) ![Scenic Hotel Southern Cross](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/83700/83611/1cefd740_y.jpg) ### Scenic Hotel Southern Cross 10/10 Excellent "When we go to dundein we stay there we love it great service great people " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dunedin-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Southern-Cross.h83611.Hotel-Information) ![Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/0e44c76b_y.jpg) ### Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown 10/10 Excellent "Wonderful location, beautiful walk to town centre, and the views were spectacular. Did not use the dine-in, but the ambiance was wonderful with the fireplaces. Fantastic winter stay!" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Heritage-Queenstown.h69589.Hotel-Information) ![BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10160000/10153700/10153686/30273335_y.jpg) ### BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch 10/10 Excellent "No free parking and Parking is on another street " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-BreakFree-On-Cashel.h10153686.Hotel-Information) ![Millennium Hotel Queenstown](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/48800/48773/d9ebc03e_y.jpg) ### Millennium Hotel Queenstown 10/10 Excellent "The staff were super helpful and the room was quiet. Would recommend and would stay again. Thank you 😊 " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Millennium-Hotel-Queenstown.h48773.Hotel-Information) ![Novotel Christchurch Airport](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18260000/18258200/18258191/b04657ae_y.jpg) ### Novotel Christchurch Airport 10/10 Excellent "Super efficient and professional staff in a super handy location " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Novotel-Christchurch-Airport.h18258191.Hotel-Information) ![Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4268300/4268206/a9c7c485_y.jpg) ### Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa 10/10 Excellent "Such a beautiful hotel with amazing views overlooking the lake. 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