Title: TOP Historic Hotels in South Island for 2025 | 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) # Search Historic 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 Historic Hotels Tonight [27 Nov - 28 Nov](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-11-27&endDate=2025-11-28&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [28 Nov - 29 Nov](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-29&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [28 Nov - 30 Nov](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [5 Dec - 7 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) ## Top South Island Historic Hotels ![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111110000/111105700/111105698/6c9a20ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111110000/111105700/111105698/83c1681b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111110000/111105700/111105698/8bca33f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111110000/111105700/111105698/534bae57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Boathouse Lodge Picton 8.4/10 Very good (87) "Breakfast is fine and clean and tidy and a budget friendly stay for travellers." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Alex £36 includes taxes & fees 10 Dec - 11 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Picton-Hotels-The-Boathouse-Lodge.h111105698.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) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; beach views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519239/ecafa656.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) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519239/fff439b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront Hotel Hokitika 8.4/10 Very good (1010) "Great accommodation and location. Staff were nice and there is a restaurant onsite. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Mike £70 includes taxes & fees 12 Dec - 13 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hokitika-Hotels-Beachfront-Hotel.h519239.Hotel-Information) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1780000/1775900/1775827/ccdf9fa6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 9 PM, pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1780000/1775900/1775827/15cb4138.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Too Suite | Living area | TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1780000/1775900/1775827/b5139922.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1780000/1775900/1775827/a4dcb1a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Edit Picton Picton 7.8/10 Good (1004) "room was clean, tidy great location and nice and quiet " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Thommo £64 includes taxes & fees 16 Dec - 17 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Picton-Hotels-Edit-Picton.h1775827.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30990000/30982700/30982620/9d86dc05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30990000/30982700/30982620/308e5fe1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30990000/30982700/30982620/15feb1f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30990000/30982700/30982620/b787c661.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Poshtel Oamaru 9.6/10 Exceptional (340) "Staff were friendly, room was clean. A little noisy between rooms but the history of the hotel was interesting." ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Melody £91 includes taxes & fees 14 Dec - 15 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-Poshtel.h30982620.Hotel-Information) ![Kea Studio | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978270/a160a8f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978270/70accd3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Falcon Cabin | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978270/6f3b8f89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Falcon Cabin | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978270/3be64cbf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Off The Beaten Trail Accommodation & Bike Tours Murchison 9.0/10 Wonderful (180) "Nice spaceous unit in town" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Murray £68 includes taxes & fees 28 Nov - 29 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Murchison-Hotels-Off-The-Beaten-Track-Accommodation.h3978270.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36280000/36271400/36271329/3d0eadd6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36280000/36271400/36271329/00809c09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Two bedroom Unit | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36280000/36271400/36271329/e6822d2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36280000/36271400/36271329/8a311a65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Broadview Motel Cheviot 9.4/10 Exceptional (59) "Spotlessly clean, comfortable and roomy accomodation. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Megan £68 includes taxes & fees 28 Nov - 29 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheviot-Hotels-Broadview-Motel.h36271329.Hotel-Information) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629300/9629209/46eb7104.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629300/9629209/8247c0f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629300/9629209/f23a6bdd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629300/9629209/260982e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Geraldine Motels Geraldine 8.8/10 Excellent (338) "Was a lovely handy location " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Sue £79 includes taxes & fees 1 Dec - 2 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Geraldine-Hotels-Geraldine-Motels.h9629209.Hotel-Information) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74786200/74786124/e313038c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Royal Skylight Room | Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74786200/74786124/95e9b794.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Observatory Legacy room- Lower ground floor | Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74786200/74786124/82ebccb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Royal Skylight Room | Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74786200/74786124/5b012e3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Observatory Hotel Christchurch Christchurch City Centre 9.8/10 Exceptional (281) "Beautiful designed and well kept hotel right downtown " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) JH £128 includes taxes & fees 14 Dec - 15 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Observatorty-Hotel-Christchurch.h74786124.Hotel-Information) ![Chief Millard | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75780000/75770100/75770075/49d0808c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Chief Shain | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75780000/75770100/75770075/2ee9836a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75780000/75770100/75770075/3b13e421.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75780000/75770100/75770075/f49ce79f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation Hokitika 10/10 Exceptional (85) "Wonderful place to stay." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Gregory £120 includes taxes & fees 2 Dec - 3 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hokitika-Hotels-Hokitika-Fire-Station-Boutique-Accomm.h75770075.Hotel-Information) ![Business centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6970000/6960200/6960131/64846113.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6970000/6960200/6960131/504ab3a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Cabin - No Ensuite - Sleeps 4 | Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6970000/6960200/6960131/f96c0771.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Indoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6970000/6960200/6960131/beec7902.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kaikōura TOP 10 Holiday Park Kaikoura 8.8/10 Excellent (325) "It was a great stay." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Grady £70 includes taxes & fees 4 Dec - 5 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kaikoura-Hotels-Kaikoura-TOP-10-Holiday-Park.h6960131.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=2025-12-11&endDate=2025-12-12®ionId=6052692&adults=2&specialized_stays_group_explore=historic_property&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2025/11/05/BEX-BF-25_FR-DE-MX-UK_1_Desktop.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## Black Friday Sale Save up to 40% on select hotels. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=AFFINITY_BF_PROMO_6052692) ## Top South Island Hotel Reviews ![BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10160000/10153700/10153686/30273335_y.jpg) ### BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch 10/10 Excellent "Our room was spacious and generally nicely appointed; however, it lacked storage space. No dresser, shelves or drawers in the bathroom. This meant that we heaped piles of clothes on the two chairs meant for casual seating. Otherwise, the hotel was great! Friendly and helpful staff, solid breakfast, luggage storage, and good dinner options on the nights we didn’t feel like going out in search of food. The hotel is also EXTREMELY well located in the CBD, which is very walkable. We would stay here again if in Christchurch." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-BreakFree-On-Cashel.h10153686.Hotel-Information) ![Scenic Hotel Dunedin City](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1070000/1063100/1063004/08aaa097_y.jpg) ### Scenic Hotel Dunedin City 10/10 Excellent "Great place to stay - rooms are fantastic size, warm and comfortable with everything you need. Staff were fabulous for the time we were there - will absolutely return!" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dunedin-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Dunedin-City.h1063004.Hotel-Information) ![Pinewood Queenstown ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4240000/4234800/4234779/19daffe4_y.jpg) ### Pinewood Queenstown 10/10 Excellent "Clean quiet and close to town. Perfect place " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Pinewood-Lodge.h4234779.Hotel-Information) ![Scenic Hotel Southern Cross](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/83700/83611/1cefd740_y.jpg) ### Scenic Hotel Southern Cross 10/10 Excellent "Staff at the front desk were very quick and friendly. Room was clean and was expected like the photos. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dunedin-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Southern-Cross.h83611.Hotel-Information) ![Rydges Latimer Christchurch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/975100/975095/0ee0cc67_y.jpg) ### Rydges Latimer Christchurch 10/10 Excellent "Very good location." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Rydges-Latimer-Christchurch.h975095.Hotel-Information) ![Millennium Hotel Queenstown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/48800/48773/718b9642_y.jpg) ### Millennium Hotel Queenstown 10/10 Excellent "The staff was amazing and always helpful! " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Millennium-Hotel-Queenstown.h48773.Hotel-Information) ![Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/0e44c76b_y.jpg) ### Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown 10/10 Excellent "Great location. An easy walk to town but away from all the crowds. Staff were very friendly and helpful. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Heritage-Queenstown.h69589.Hotel-Information) ![Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3220000/3218900/3218849/29b191db_y.jpg) ### Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown 10/10 Excellent "Room was clean, area was quiet, felt safe, close to town, great amenities." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Swiss-Belsuites-Pounamu-Queenstown.h3218849.Hotel-Information) ![Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7200/7169/ae183ba5_y.jpg) ### Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview 10/10 Excellent "Room tidy, bed. Comfy - bathroom very jaded & bottles would not open easy Staff excellent " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Copthorne-Hotel-Apartments-Queenstown-Lakeview.h7169.Hotel-Information) ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - More ways to book - [Book Historic Hotels in South Island on Expedia.co.nz](https://www.expedia.co.nz/South-Island-Hotels-Historic-Hotel.0-0-d6052692-tHistoricHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)