Title: TOP Hotels near Museums 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) # Search Hotels near Museums 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 Hotels near Museums Tonight [11 Dec - 12 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-12-11&endDate=2025-12-12&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [12 Dec - 13 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-13&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [12 Dec - 14 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [19 Dec - 21 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) No exact matches found, but these alternatives could be just right ## Recommended hotels in South Island ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18260000/18258200/18258191/e07a1479.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18260000/18258200/18258191/5cb17256.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) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18260000/18258200/18258191/29dad47b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Novotel Christchurch Airport [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Novotel-Christchurch-Airport.h18258191.Hotel-Information) Christchurch Airport 9.6/10 Exceptional (1020) "Amazing views, friendly service, lovely food" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Blair £123 includes taxes & fees 9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Novotel-Christchurch-Airport.h18258191.Hotel-Information) ![Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75770000/75769200/75769176/77691609.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75770000/75769200/75769176/w2798h2000x0y0-97fb97e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75770000/75769200/75769176/e9857b03.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75770000/75769200/75769176/46cd5911.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sudima Kaikoura [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kaikoura-Hotels-Sudima-Kaikoura.h75769176.Hotel-Information) Kaikoura 9.4/10 Exceptional (449) "Clean room, lovely staff and nice restaurant downstairs " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Anton £88 includes taxes & fees 17 Dec - 18 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kaikoura-Hotels-Sudima-Kaikoura.h75769176.Hotel-Information) ![Beach nearby, black sand](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/982500/982476/c13ab294.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/982500/982476/8360f953.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Beach View Room - Balcony | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/982500/982476/f38c460d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/982500/982476/3effa890.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Scenic Hotel Punakaiki [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Greymouth-Hotels-Punakaiki-Resort.h982476.Hotel-Information) Punakaiki 8.6/10 Excellent (762) "Excellent room, excellent bar and restaurant, great staff and fantastic location. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Balthazar £98 includes taxes & fees 18 Dec - 19 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Greymouth-Hotels-Punakaiki-Resort.h982476.Hotel-Information) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593100/2593061/8f917a5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast, dinner served; local cuisine, pool views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593100/2593061/ccf40100.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593100/2593061/a0bb970c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593100/2593061/e7ebcb21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Carnmore Chateau Marlborough [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blenheim-Hotels-Chateau-Marlborough.h2593061.Hotel-Information) Blenheim CBD 9.2/10 Wonderful (1000) "What a fantastic place to stay will definitely be back" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Todd £57 includes taxes & fees 13 Dec - 14 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blenheim-Hotels-Chateau-Marlborough.h2593061.Hotel-Information) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54300/54263/6402756d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54300/54263/1a800cc8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54300/54263/ca9f42c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Indoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54300/54263/398395bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Commodore Airport Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Commodore-Airport-Hotel.h54263.Hotel-Information) 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 £113 includes taxes & fees 25 Dec - 26 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Commodore-Airport-Hotel.h54263.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/83700/83615/1e3a9417.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/83700/83615/659b98fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/83700/83615/a197303a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/83700/83615/fb131c13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Franz-Josef-Glacier.h83615.Hotel-Information) Franz Josef Glacier 8.4/10 Very good (639) "Cosy accomodation and great location" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Vanessa £76 includes taxes & fees 18 Dec - 19 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Franz-Josef-Glacier.h83615.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2220000/2219900/2219853/36dee441.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2220000/2219900/2219853/467afc95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2220000/2219900/2219853/9402a512.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Hotel Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2220000/2219900/2219853/cecb3e15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Edgewater [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wanaka-Hotels-Edgewater.h2219853.Hotel-Information) Wanaka 9.0/10 Wonderful (1001) "great location, upgraded room was excellent. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Thomas £180 includes taxes & fees 12 Dec - 13 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wanaka-Hotels-Edgewater.h2219853.Hotel-Information) ![Local cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12900/12869/78e57269.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Local cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12900/12869/b1844404.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12900/12869/4c44621e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12900/12869/cf12e0a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Te-Anau-Hotels-Kingsgate-Hotel-Te-Anau.h12869.Hotel-Information) Te Anau 8.2/10 Very good (860) "Clean accomodation and great location " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Vanessa £141 includes taxes & fees 14 Dec - 15 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Te-Anau-Hotels-Kingsgate-Hotel-Te-Anau.h12869.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/922100/922058/914195c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/922100/922058/d3ab2610.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Riverfront Executive Suite | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, Netflix, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/922100/922058/2c8c5682.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Riverfront Executive Suite | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/922100/922058/77cbd702.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tides Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-Trailways-Hotel-Nelson.h922058.Hotel-Information) The Wood 9.0/10 Wonderful (1000) "Convenient for short stay." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Dayveen £63 includes taxes & fees 13 Dec - 14 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-Trailways-Hotel-Nelson.h922058.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/911600/911529/dfe15e8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Private spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/911600/911529/34c4e5d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/911600/911529/8260751f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/911600/911529/da582a6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Novotel Queenstown Lakeside [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Novotel-Queenstown-Lakeside.h911529.Hotel-Information) Queenstown City Centre 8.8/10 Excellent (1006) "We had a quick stay but it was exactly what we needed." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Nicole £171 includes taxes & fees 21 Dec - 22 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Novotel-Queenstown-Lakeside.h911529.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=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26®ionId=6052692&adults=2&location_highlights_explore=museums&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## Top South Island Hotel Reviews ![Sudima Christchurch Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889400/889383/973a3fae_y.jpg) ### Sudima Christchurch Airport 10/10 Excellent "This place was perfect, there was just one " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Sudima-Christchurch-Airport.h889383.Hotel-Information) ![BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10160000/10153700/10153686/30273335_y.jpg) ### BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch 10/10 Excellent "Great location, clean room, comfortable bed, friendly staff! " [](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 "Convenient location. Friendly staff. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dunedin-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Dunedin-City.h1063004.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 "Very clean room, and quick check in" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dunedin-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Southern-Cross.h83611.Hotel-Information) ![Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1400/1377/137cc1b5_y.jpg) ### Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin 10/10 Excellent "The room was very clean, the staff courteous and helpful" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dunedin-Hotels-Kingsgate-Hotel-Dunedin.h1377.Hotel-Information)