Title: TOP Hotels with Early Check-in 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) - ![](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 with Early Check-in Tonight [29 Jan - 30 Jan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [30 Jan - 31 Jan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-01-31&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [30 Jan - 1 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [6 Feb - 8 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-08&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) ## Our top choices for South Island hotels with express check-in ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2260000/2254300/2254288/303a88d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Spa Studio | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2260000/2254300/2254288/c5cbb4fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2260000/2254300/2254288/358e76c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2260000/2254300/2254288/a5a26d8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### CentrePoint on Colombo Motel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-CentrePoint-On-Colombo-Motel.h2254288.Hotel-Information) Christchurch City Centre 9.2/10 Wonderful (1,000 reviews) "Great spacious room. Bathroom is more like a wet room but great shower. Walking distance to town and friendly staff " ![New Zealand](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/nz.svg) Jeske £72 includes taxes & fees 29 Jan - 30 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-CentrePoint-On-Colombo-Motel.h2254288.Hotel-Information) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889400/889383/6225193e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889400/889383/ad73efbb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Twin | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889400/889383/a2feaaa5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889400/889383/b182ed28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sudima Christchurch Airport [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Sudima-Christchurch-Airport.h889383.Hotel-Information) Christchurch Airport 9.2/10 Wonderful (1,092 reviews) "Excellent customer service, great rooms, responsive staff, wonderful location " ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Edward £126 includes taxes & fees 30 Jan - 31 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Sudima-Christchurch-Airport.h889383.Hotel-Information) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953000/6952941/206c81d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953000/6952941/ea842d20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![The Cathedral Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953000/6952941/3e742212.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953000/6952941/a30a10ba_edited_74df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Te Anau Lodge [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Te-Anau-Hotels-Te-Anau-Lodge.h6952941.Hotel-Information) Te Anau 9.6/10 Exceptional (284 reviews) "A really adorable little B&B with lots of charm and an absolutely unbelievable view. " ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Kait £157 includes taxes & fees 10 Feb - 11 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Te-Anau-Hotels-Te-Anau-Lodge.h6952941.Hotel-Information) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679525/80737096.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679525/75bc454c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![32-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679525/c9f19b44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Superior Twin Studio | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679525/4bd375bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Kaka Point Motels [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kaka-Point-Hotels-The-Kaka-Point-Motels.h9679525.Hotel-Information) Kaka Point 9.2/10 Wonderful (274 reviews) "Great place to stay, staff very helpful and hotel was very clean " ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) rosemary £76 includes taxes & fees 28 Feb - 1 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kaka-Point-Hotels-The-Kaka-Point-Motels.h9679525.Hotel-Information) ![Double Room (Room 3) | Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31720000/31719500/31719473/f11dc9d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31720000/31719500/31719473/601c3621.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Flat-screen TV, toys](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31720000/31719500/31719473/23e27ad0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Double Room (Room 5) | Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31720000/31719500/31719473/f1ae47f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Te Mahuru Retreat [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kaikoura-Hotels-Te-Mahuru-Retreat.h31719473.Hotel-Information) Kaikoura Flat 9.6/10 Exceptional (152 reviews) "Fantastic property and amazing hosts." ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Colette £123 includes taxes & fees 3 Feb - 4 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kaikoura-Hotels-Te-Mahuru-Retreat.h31719473.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2653300/2653202/910f6e0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lake View Room | Lake view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2653300/2653202/e3001b56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2653300/2653202/958a3ea5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Villa Suite | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2653300/2653202/2c7fc2f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Te-Anau-Hotels-Distinction-Te-Anau-Hotel-And-Villas.h2653202.Hotel-Information) Te Anau 8.4/10 Very good (700 reviews) "Great location and breakfast is very good" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Mark £231 includes taxes & fees 31 Jan - 1 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Te-Anau-Hotels-Distinction-Te-Anau-Hotel-And-Villas.h2653202.Hotel-Information) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30046800/30046767/0d92d897.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30046800/30046767/81ea9590.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30046800/30046767/2b4969f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30046800/30046767/65e846cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mi-pad Queenstown [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Mi-Pad-Smart-Hotel.h30046767.Hotel-Information) Queenstown City Centre 9.0/10 Wonderful (892 reviews) "Everything from staff to the rooms itself was amazing - thoroughly enjoyed our stay" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Sean £145 includes taxes & fees 29 Jan - 30 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Mi-Pad-Smart-Hotel.h30046767.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) ![Skiing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/911600/911529/44fc4d2d.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) ### Novotel Queenstown Lakeside [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Novotel-Queenstown-Lakeside.h911529.Hotel-Information) Queenstown City Centre 8.8/10 Excellent (1,010 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 £216 includes taxes & fees 29 Jan - 30 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Novotel-Queenstown-Lakeside.h911529.Hotel-Information) ![The Hartnell Room | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4580000/4578200/4578127/1e7052d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4580000/4578200/4578127/c2b52b53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![The Hartnell Room | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4580000/4578200/4578127/8146c8f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4580000/4578200/4578127/7592b37e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kaikoura-Hotels-Bendamere-House-Bed-Breakfast.h4578127.Hotel-Information) Kaikoura 9.8/10 Exceptional (177 reviews) "Lovely owner, nice room , cracking view" ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) David £140 includes taxes & fees 29 Jan - 30 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kaikoura-Hotels-Bendamere-House-Bed-Breakfast.h4578127.Hotel-Information) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6940000/6936000/6935946/34551750.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6940000/6936000/6935946/89e6818a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6940000/6936000/6935946/c6e8737d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6940000/6936000/6935946/ddccddfe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Franz Josef Oasis [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-Franz-Josef-Oasis.h6935946.Hotel-Information) Franz Josef Glacier 9.4/10 Exceptional (661 reviews) "Staff wonderful Breakfast just right Spotless Great location" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Kevin £157 includes taxes & fees 29 Jan - 30 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-Franz-Josef-Oasis.h6935946.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=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12®ionId=6052692&adults=2&property_amenities_group_explore=express_checkin&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## 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 "Great location and simple, clean room. Very nice staff. Great bargain!" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-BreakFree-On-Cashel.h10153686.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 "Rooms bed was very comfortable staff were helpful and accommodating. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Copthorne-Hotel-Apartments-Queenstown-Lakeview.h7169.Hotel-Information)