Title: TOP Hotels with a View 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) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180018/2948ba2b-7820-4b5e-8e27-7fb5d6789242.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) - 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4 Mar [](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) ![Deluxe Ocean View Suite - Balcony | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/982500/982476/45079d5a.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) ### Scenic Hotel Punakaiki [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Greymouth-Hotels-Punakaiki-Resort.h982476.Hotel-Information) Punakaiki 8.6/10 Excellent (782 reviews) "Clean room with great view and alll the amenities were perfect." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Craig £106 includes taxes & fees 16 Feb - 17 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Greymouth-Hotels-Punakaiki-Resort.h982476.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629800/9629768/c960cb66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629800/9629768/c70d554c.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) ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629800/9629768/a5e8b5af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cardrona Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Cardrona-Hotel.h9629768.Hotel-Information) Cardrona 9.4/10 Exceptional (728 reviews) "Good room, great staff" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Rijo [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Cardrona-Hotel.h9629768.Hotel-Information) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18260000/18258200/18258191/f4d79a44.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) ![Suite, 1 King Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18260000/18258200/18258191/513ce69b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Business centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18260000/18258200/18258191/a5a4f0d1.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 (1,050 reviews) "Everything was excellent, superb stay." ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) Christopher £163 includes taxes & fees 2 Mar - 3 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Novotel-Christchurch-Airport.h18258191.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) ![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) ![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 (1,000 reviews) "Very nice hotel excellent pool " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Valeria £132 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Commodore-Airport-Hotel.h54263.Hotel-Information) ![Deluxe Spa Suite | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2200000/2193300/2193285/f349d759.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Spa Suite | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2200000/2193300/2193285/b9e44c44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2200000/2193300/2193285/049c0a81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Spa Suite | Living room | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2200000/2193300/2193285/7e0bb4c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Braemar Lodge And Spa [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hanmer-Springs-Hotels-Braemar-Lodge-And-Spa.h2193285.Hotel-Information) Hanmer Springs 9.0/10 Wonderful (728 reviews) "Great accommodation in a fabulous location with touches of luxury." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Wendy £134 includes taxes & fees 2 Feb - 3 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hanmer-Springs-Hotels-Braemar-Lodge-And-Spa.h2193285.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) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/911600/911529/e37e94b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Skiing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/911600/911529/44fc4d2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/911600/911529/316cad68.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 (1,001 reviews) "Amazing location, good size rooms, comfortable bed, friendly staff, very close to cafes, restaurants and attractions." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Simon £257 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Novotel-Queenstown-Lakeside.h911529.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3530000/3528600/3528584/84cc7fd6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3530000/3528600/3528584/ddfc2ee8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3530000/3528600/3528584/bca52f46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3530000/3528600/3528584/067d6e1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Marsden Lake Resort Central Otago [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mount-Pisa-Hotels-The-Lake-Resort-Heritage-Collection.h3528584.Hotel-Information) Mount Pisa 9.2/10 Wonderful (1,034 reviews) "Great facilities and lovely view across the lake. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Nicole £137 includes taxes & fees 5 Feb - 6 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mount-Pisa-Hotels-The-Lake-Resort-Heritage-Collection.h3528584.Hotel-Information) ![In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/d0069663.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/69854167.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/d6a22d98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/5b87cf9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Heritage-Queenstown.h69589.Hotel-Information) Queenstown 8.8/10 Excellent (1,003 reviews) "Great location amazing staff very clean" ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) luisa £158 includes taxes & fees 23 Feb - 24 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Heritage-Queenstown.h69589.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) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12900/12869/4c44621e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Accessible 1 Double 1 Single | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12900/12869/db7ba18b.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 (883 reviews) "Room, common areas, and grounds were clean and tidy, staff was friendly and helpful, and the location was perfect. We had a great stay!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Jennifer £163 includes taxes & fees 3 Mar - 4 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Te-Anau-Hotels-Kingsgate-Hotel-Te-Anau.h12869.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=2026-02-15&endDate=2026-02-16®ionId=6052692&adults=2&nearby_group=view&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 "Staff were helpful especially when they saw I was on crutches. They adjusted things without me asking to help accommodate me. I'm extremely appreciative and cannot recommend them enough " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Sudima-Christchurch-Airport.h889383.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 "Good sized room & bathroom. Comfortable beds. Staff very efficient and friendly Good location and easy 15 min walk to town or there was a bus which stopped right outside the hotel. We didn’t use the pool or spa or restaurant so can’t really comment but it looked good. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Heritage-Queenstown.h69589.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 "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 "Helpful staff, spacious room and good rate" [](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 "Everything was great" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dunedin-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Southern-Cross.h83611.Hotel-Information) ![Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4200000/4192700/4192650/61562b11_y.jpg) ### Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels 10/10 Excellent "I personally love the little hut we stayed in for our one night stay " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Te-Anau-Hotels-Te-Anau-Lakeview-Kiwi-Holiday-Park-Motels.h4192650.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 hotel was great - clean rooms with plenty of space. There are lot of nice areas in the hotel and courtyard to sit and have a chat. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We have stayed at other places at Queenstown and this one was heaps better." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Millennium-Hotel-Queenstown.h48773.Hotel-Information) ![Kamana Lakehouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/983600/983589/7ba2222c_y.jpg) ### Kamana Lakehouse 10/10 Excellent "The restaurant was amazing. Staff were very friendly. Clean rooms and spacious. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Kamana-Lakehouse.h983589.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 hotel is very well located, within walking distance of Dunedin city centre." 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