Title: TOP Hotels with Entertainment 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 with Entertainment 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 with Entertainment Tonight [16 Dec - 17 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [17 Dec - 18 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-12-17&endDate=2025-12-18&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This 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) Next weekend [26 Dec - 28 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) ## Our top choices for South Island hotels with entertainment ![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) ![Deluxe Queen Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30046800/30046767/f0a1c5f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30046800/30046767/02f73ff5.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 (857) "The staff were friendly and room a decent size for a solo traveler that enjoys their space. Great location too. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Ra-ees £154 includes taxes & fees 12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Mi-Pad-Smart-Hotel.h30046767.Hotel-Information) ![Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8460000/8451200/8451166/daf760f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Spa Suite | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8460000/8451200/8451166/79a514a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Triple Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8460000/8451200/8451166/96d93c76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8460000/8451200/8451166/c07e4a56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kimi Ora Eco Resort [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kaiteriteri-Hotels-Kimi-Ora-Eco-Resort.h8451166.Hotel-Information) Kaiteriteri 9.6/10 Exceptional (361) "Clean room, kind and smile staff Everything is perfect to stay here Highly recommended for you 😁" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Jinhee £122 includes taxes & fees 17 Dec - 18 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kaiteriteri-Hotels-Kimi-Ora-Eco-Resort.h8451166.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519241/e57f6648.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519241/32549a8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519241/2d02be55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519241/0ba75ba9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Alpine Lodge [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Arnaud-Hotels-Alpine-Lodge.h519241.Hotel-Information) St. Arnaud 9.0/10 Wonderful (472) "Wonderful stay and beautiful area to explore especially the lakes and rivers. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Barry £139 includes taxes & fees 16 Dec - 17 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Arnaud-Hotels-Alpine-Lodge.h519241.Hotel-Information) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/525200/525192/b1d0f4b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/525200/525192/11816e51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/525200/525192/be73cc8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/525200/525192/5d885ee5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Hotel-St-Moritz.h525192.Hotel-Information) Queenstown City Centre 9.0/10 Wonderful (1001) "Beautiful rooms, perfect location, and very friendly attentive staff " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Sylvia £191 includes taxes & fees 16 Dec - 17 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Hotel-St-Moritz.h525192.Hotel-Information) ![Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1040000/1030500/1030417/7015fd62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1040000/1030500/1030417/8efbf196.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1040000/1030500/1030417/428b8ff5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1040000/1030500/1030417/ea59d5de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Westwood Lodge [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-Westwood-Lodge.h1030417.Hotel-Information) Franz Josef Glacier 9.2/10 Wonderful (125) " Very nice place. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Julia £211 includes taxes & fees 18 Dec - 19 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-Westwood-Lodge.h1030417.Hotel-Information) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18150000/18147500/18147427/b422bd92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18150000/18147500/18147427/a76166cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18150000/18147500/18147427/8537fd20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Junior Suite, 1 King Bed (Living Area) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18150000/18147500/18147427/789d06b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Crowne Plaza Christchurch by IHG [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Christchurch.h18147427.Hotel-Information) Christchurch City Centre 9.2/10 Wonderful (1002) "The staff made the experience the best part of our stay. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Michael £123 includes taxes & fees 20 Dec - 21 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Christchurch.h18147427.Hotel-Information) ![Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24040000/24039700/24039679/d4e3f00e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24040000/24039700/24039679/18d30faa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Studio Suite, Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24040000/24039700/24039679/w996h667x4y0-878dbf35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Living room | 32-inch TV with satellite channels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24040000/24039700/24039679/46608c31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tui Base Camp [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tuatapere-Hotels-Tui-Base-Camp.h24039679.Hotel-Information) Tuatapere 8.0/10 Very good (44) "Good value, relaxed and informal, the way budget accommodation should be" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Michael Munro £24 includes taxes & fees 16 Dec - 17 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tuatapere-Hotels-Tui-Base-Camp.h24039679.Hotel-Information) ![Top of House - King | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74890000/74884900/74884812/e292d65f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74890000/74884900/74884812/463f9a3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Mayfair Suite | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV, tablet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74890000/74884900/74884812/8582499f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74890000/74884900/74884812/bb676577.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Mayfair [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-The-Mayfair.h74884812.Hotel-Information) Christchurch City Centre 9.6/10 Exceptional (267) "Great stay!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Kelsie £165 includes taxes & fees 16 Dec - 17 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-The-Mayfair.h74884812.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19940000/19939800/19939737/7bbc77a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Family Room, Mountain View (2 Double and 2 Single Beds) | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19940000/19939800/19939737/8cbd75fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bicycling](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19940000/19939800/19939737/93ebd900.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Family Room, Mountain View (2 Double and 2 Single Beds) | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19940000/19939800/19939737/f85b3a58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Porters Lodge [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Castle-Hill-Hotels-Porters-Lodge.h19939737.Hotel-Information) Castle Hill 9.2/10 Wonderful (27) "Beautiful place!" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Spencer £89 includes taxes & fees 29 Dec - 30 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Castle-Hill-Hotels-Porters-Lodge.h19939737.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1250000/1246500/1246483/1e5e954f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Suite, 1 King Bed, Patio, Lake View (Opera) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1250000/1246500/1246483/5fd6b9c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1250000/1246500/1246483/93740715.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1250000/1246500/1246483/7ef0c8de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Sofitel-Queenstown-Hotel-Spa.h1246483.Hotel-Information) Queenstown City Centre 9.4/10 Exceptional (718) "Absolute bliss! We loved our room, especially the heated bathroom floor! The location was perfect to walk to everything in town! The staff was helpful and made it easy to check in and out! We loved this hotel! " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Sarah £280 includes taxes & fees 17 Dec - 18 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Sofitel-Queenstown-Hotel-Spa.h1246483.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=2025-12-29&endDate=2025-12-30®ionId=6052692&adults=2&nearby_group=entertainment&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## Top South Island Hotel Reviews ![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 "Room was super clean and loved the accommodation! The room does get hot though, there are some windows to open but with no screen. But however the vibe there was great so I have to give 5 stars. Staff was helpful and check in was a breeze." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Te-Anau-Hotels-Te-Anau-Lakeview-Kiwi-Holiday-Park-Motels.h4192650.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 "The room was clean, staff friendly and very helpful. The food in the restaurant was amazing!! " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-BreakFree-On-Cashel.h10153686.Hotel-Information) ![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) ![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) ![Kamana Lakehouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/983600/983589/7ba2222c_y.jpg) ### Kamana Lakehouse 10/10 Excellent "Beautiful views, lovely room" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Kamana-Lakehouse.h983589.Hotel-Information)