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) ![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) # 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 [12 Oct - 13 Oct](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [13 Oct - 14 Oct](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [17 Oct - 19 Oct](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In two weeks [24 Oct - 26 Oct](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) ## Top South Island Historic Hotels ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74786200/74786124/e313038c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74786200/74786124/99070f1a.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) ![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) ### The Observatory Hotel Christchurch Christchurch City Centre 9.8/10 Exceptional (268) "Terrific place. " £119 includes taxes & fees 26 Oct - 27 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Observatorty-Hotel-Christchurch.h74786124.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) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30990000/30982700/30982620/b787c661.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) ### Poshtel Oamaru 9.6/10 Exceptional (322) "Great room and lovely friendly team on reception! Will go back again ☺️" £76 includes taxes & fees 14 Oct - 15 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Hotels-Poshtel.h30982620.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) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75780000/75770100/75770075/f49ce79f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Chief Millard | Living area | 48-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, streaming services](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75780000/75770100/75770075/c1974a90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation Hokitika 10/10 Exceptional (82) "Loved the history of the place, well designed and decorated. " £106 includes taxes & fees 21 Oct - 22 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hokitika-Hotels-Hokitika-Fire-Station-Boutique-Accomm.h75770075.Hotel-Information) ![Lavender | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36100000/36094000/36093944/6fafbb8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Pohutukawa | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36100000/36094000/36093944/25e7a382.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Calla Lily | 1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36100000/36094000/36093944/c7488a17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lavender | 1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36100000/36094000/36093944/592f9bf6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lemon Tree Lodge Kaikoura 9.4/10 Exceptional (41) "Absolutely beautiful space, gorgeous view, amazing breakfast. Beautiful hosts." £119 includes taxes & fees 30 Oct - 31 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kaikoura-Hotels-Lemon-Tree-Lodge.h36093944.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) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519239/696fe8e0.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) ![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) ### Beachfront Hotel Hokitika 8.4/10 Very good (1000) "Amazing views of the sea. Very friendly staff and clean, comfortable rooms. Enjoyed our stay." £70 includes taxes & fees 9 Nov - 10 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hokitika-Hotels-Beachfront-Hotel.h519239.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 | Living area | 32-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978270/b0cef809.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 (175) "My room was in good condition. Comfortable bed and the heater worked." £72 includes taxes & fees 13 Oct - 14 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Murchison-Hotels-Off-The-Beaten-Track-Accommodation.h3978270.Hotel-Information) ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83380000/83370100/83370072/2a3436e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Room 2 Superking Ensuite, Accessible | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83380000/83370100/83370072/acacbc41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Room 2 Superking Ensuite, Accessible | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83380000/83370100/83370072/9537d326.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83380000/83370100/83370072/20ead0cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Vicarage Geraldine Geraldine 9.8/10 Exceptional (59) "Great place to stay." £152 includes taxes & fees 12 Oct - 13 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Geraldine-Hotels-The-Vicarage-Geraldine.h83370072.Hotel-Information) ![Studio Top Floor | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4240000/4237800/4237771/9c950ad6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4240000/4237800/4237771/0e201979.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Studio, Sea View, Ground Floor | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4240000/4237800/4237771/06d8b7bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Studio Top Floor | Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4240000/4237800/4237771/d89a14fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Akaroa Criterion Motel Akaroa 9.6/10 Exceptional (580) "These motels are well appointed, spotlessly clean and in a good location." £82 includes taxes & fees 14 Oct - 15 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Akaroa-Hotels-Akaroa-Criterion-Motel.h4237771.Hotel-Information) ![Suite, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39420000/39417500/39417489/32b9c4db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Suite, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39420000/39417500/39417489/2ffee415.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39420000/39417500/39417489/9c22f5f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39420000/39417500/39417489/2bf5d7a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mondello Kaikoura Kaikoura 9.4/10 Exceptional (388) "Great stay" £78 includes taxes & fees 15 Oct - 16 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kaikoura-Hotels-Mondello-Kaikoura.h39417489.Hotel-Information) ![Superior Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13000/12933/03d81640.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13000/12933/481ee52e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13000/12933/88e36c49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13000/12933/37808ec9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Copthorne Hotel Greymouth Greymouth 7.4/10 Good (1003) "The staff were very helpful and the room was very nice, would definitely stay again, highly recommended. " £72 includes taxes & fees 17 Oct - 18 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Greymouth-Hotels-Kingsgate-Hotel-Greymouth.h12933.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=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26®ionId=6052692&adults=2&specialized_stays_group_explore=historic_property&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 "Our stay at Kamana Lakehouse was amazing it is a beautiful hotel with friendly efficient staff and an excellent on-site restaurant Nest the complimentary onset was also a real treat " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Kamana-Lakehouse.h983589.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 "Clean affordable great place to stay" [](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 "All perfect " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Heritage-Queenstown.h69589.Hotel-Information) ![Rydges Latimer Christchurch](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/975100/975095/0ee0cc67_y.jpg) ### Rydges Latimer Christchurch 10/10 Excellent "Great check in ( especially with online check on offer ) , room clean and tidy and everything you need.. great to have 1 hour free parking especially for family picking up and dropping off! Thanks to friendly reception staff for accomodating our late check out due unforeseen medical circumstances! " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Rydges-Latimer-Christchurch.h975095.Hotel-Information) ![Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7200/7169/a9e5a803_y.jpg) ### Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview 10/10 Excellent "Our family of four adults stayed in the 2 bedroom apartment for 1 night. What a great stay we had. The young lady that served our drinks and dinner was really friendly and we had breakfast there and who was there was the same young lady what a trooper she is, well done gerl. We will be back. Thank you for your hospitality. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Copthorne-Hotel-Apartments-Queenstown-Lakeview.h7169.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 "Good location, lovely staff" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dunedin-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Southern-Cross.h83611.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 "Everything was excellent. The staff were extra helpful and friendly. Highly recommend: " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dunedin-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Dunedin-City.h1063004.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 "The staff were lovely, the hotel and facilities were warm and welcoming. The lake and mountains view were incredible and stacks and Wakatipu grill were wonderful " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Hilton-Queenstown-Resort-Spa.h4268206.Hotel-Information) ![Pinewood Queenstown ](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4240000/4234800/4234779/be68902e_y.jpg) ### Pinewood Queenstown 10/10 Excellent "Amazing stay" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Pinewood-Lodge.h4234779.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)