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) ![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) # Find Family-Friendly Hotels in South Island - ![](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 Family-Friendly Hotels Tonight [10 Nov - 11 Nov](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true&travelerType=family_friendly) Tomorrow [11 Nov - 12 Nov](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true&travelerType=family_friendly) This weekend [14 Nov - 16 Nov](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true&travelerType=family_friendly) Next weekend [21 Nov - 23 Nov](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true&travelerType=family_friendly) ## Top South Island Family-Friendly Hotels ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18260000/18258200/18258191/fa910380.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18260000/18258200/18258191/a6092c8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Suite, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18260000/18258200/18258191/112af557.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18260000/18258200/18258191/92ae4896.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Novotel Christchurch Airport Christchurch Airport 9.6/10 Exceptional (1021) "Lovely short stay and very friendly staff!" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Cornelia £142 includes taxes & fees 7 Dec - 8 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Novotel-Christchurch-Airport.h18258191.Hotel-Information) ![Deluxe Twin | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75770000/75769200/75769176/1eddfa61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75770000/75769200/75769176/8281e66c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75770000/75769200/75769176/1cc8759b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75770000/75769200/75769176/2626b86e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sudima Kaikoura Kaikoura 9.4/10 Exceptional (435) "Phenomenal room, great views and plenty of parking. If in the area, this hotel is the first choice if available. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Kristian £126 includes taxes & fees 9 Dec - 10 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kaikoura-Hotels-Sudima-Kaikoura.h75769176.Hotel-Information) ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629800/9629768/a5e8b5af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629800/9629768/9f90ee74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629800/9629768/527f55d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Dining room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629800/9629768/e45fac67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cardrona Hotel Cardrona 9.4/10 Exceptional (675) "This sort of accomadation appeals to us rustic in the country its clean tidy good food and good staff" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Paul £87 includes taxes & fees 22 Nov - 23 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Cardrona-Hotel.h9629768.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/45000000/44999900/44999887/0b9b4e5b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/45000000/44999900/44999887/fa5bf898.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![32-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/45000000/44999900/44999887/2184be3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Family Studio | 1 bedroom, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/45000000/44999900/44999887/0b695d77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Bealey Hotel Arthur's Pass 9.6/10 Exceptional (147) "Fantastic views from the room and convenient to have a bar/restaurant on site." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Michael £94 includes taxes & fees 24 Nov - 25 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bealey-Hotels-The-Bealey-Hotel.h44999887.Hotel-Information) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/982500/982476/8360f953.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Rainforest Suite - Terrace | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/982500/982476/106908a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Rainforest Room - Balcony | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/982500/982476/1e87567b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/982500/982476/c7fe9824.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Scenic Hotel Punakaiki Punakaiki 8.6/10 Excellent (755) "Great views!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Gregg £94 includes taxes & fees 27 Nov - 28 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Greymouth-Hotels-Punakaiki-Resort.h982476.Hotel-Information) ![Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/911600/911529/9cc0f2ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/911600/911529/97c9e527.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/911600/911529/ddbe98d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/911600/911529/dfe15e8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Novotel Queenstown Lakeside Queenstown City Centre 8.8/10 Excellent (1001) "Friendly staff and a very clean place to stay at" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) FARIBORZ £149 includes taxes & fees 8 Dec - 9 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Novotel-Queenstown-Lakeside.h911529.Hotel-Information) ![Family Room, Multiple Beds (Family Room, California King) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69690000/69681000/69680960/61ec62fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69690000/69681000/69680960/191887f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69690000/69681000/69680960/8083835d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69690000/69681000/69680960/885f277c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG Frankton 9.2/10 Wonderful (568) " Clean room, friendly staff, restaurants nearby" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) TOM £126 includes taxes & fees 6 Dec - 7 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Queenstown-Remarkables-Park.h69680960.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) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/983600/983589/3c03a470.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 9.4/10 Exceptional (510) "Nice people, clean room and good food." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Bai £187 includes taxes & fees 10 Dec - 11 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Kamana-Lakehouse.h983589.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) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/7c715f8b.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) ![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) ### Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown Queenstown 8.8/10 Excellent (1002) "Nice staff, great location, nice view" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Ellen £123 includes taxes & fees 6 Dec - 7 Dec [](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) ![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) ![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) ### Commodore Airport Hotel Burnside 9.6/10 Exceptional (1000) "Excellent staff and greeting at check-in " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Susan £167 includes taxes & fees 12 Nov - 13 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Commodore-Airport-Hotel.h54263.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=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25®ionId=6052692&adults=2&travelerType=family_friendly&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## Top South Island Hotel Reviews ![Sherwood Queenstown](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15870000/15861100/15861047/4ec229ad_y.jpg) ### Sherwood Queenstown 10/10 Excellent "Welcoming and friendly staff, accommodating of all requests that we had." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Sherwood-Queenstown.h15861047.Hotel-Information) ![Kamana Lakehouse](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/983600/983589/7ba2222c_y.jpg) ### Kamana Lakehouse 10/10 Excellent "Nice people, clean room and good food." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Kamana-Lakehouse.h983589.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 "The staff were excellent I went down to reception and said the heating wasn’t working and the phone wasn’t working and by the time I went back to the room about ten minutes they were leaving the room and it was all fixed they were very polite and didn’t hesitate to help thank you so much " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dunedin-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Southern-Cross.h83611.Hotel-Information) ![Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3220000/3218900/3218849/29b191db_y.jpg) ### Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown 10/10 Excellent "Staff was very friendly and helpful. Great location to food and entertainment. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Swiss-Belsuites-Pounamu-Queenstown.h3218849.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 "Good value option. Will use again" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-BreakFree-On-Cashel.h10153686.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 "Excellent experience, just not near the downtown scene." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Heritage-Queenstown.h69589.Hotel-Information) ![The Godley Hotel](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3100000/3091600/3091589/4de9ec11_y.jpg) ### The Godley Hotel 10/10 Excellent "Comfortable room and hotel with a great view of the lake. Staff were friendly" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-The-Godley-Hotel.h3091589.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 "Spotless room " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Hilton-Queenstown-Resort-Spa.h4268206.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 "Brilliant room. spotlessly clean and well presented. Special shout to Brad at reception, who lent me a cell phone charger in the night when I realised I'd forgotten mine. 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