Title: TOP Lakeside Hotels in South Island for 2025 |  Expedia.co.uk

  

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## Top South Island Lakeside Hotels

![Breakfast and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4268300/4268206/a9c7c485.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 Bedroom (Residence) | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4268300/4268206/2f4cc98b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4268300/4268206/8b1e52a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4268300/4268206/66449400.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Kawarau Falls

8.6/10

Excellent

(1004)

"Great place to stay, fantastic rooms and awesome views. "

£113

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Hilton-Queenstown-Resort-Spa.h4268206.Hotel-Information)

![Beach nearby, white sand](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6560000/6552300/6552259/9f672dfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6560000/6552300/6552259/6c7c586f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free daily full breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6560000/6552300/6552259/d5b4cad4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6560000/6552300/6552259/0ff5434d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Murrell's Grand View House

Manapouri

9.2/10

Wonderful

(32)

"Excellent bed and breakfast with lots of history and great hosts"

£152

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manapouri-Hotels-Murrells-Grand-View-House.h6552259.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2220000/2219900/2219853/6923044a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2220000/2219900/2219853/51a66bb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2220000/2219900/2219853/59c31433.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium Apartment | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2220000/2219900/2219853/w2046h1363x0y3-0bfea591.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Edgewater

Wanaka

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1000)

"It was "

£132

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wanaka-Hotels-Edgewater.h2219853.Hotel-Information)

![Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14720000/14717300/14717254/afa39a39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Water view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14720000/14717300/14717254/b2c184e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Sports facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14720000/14717300/14717254/875d83dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14720000/14717300/14717254/0d601d81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Lakestone Lodge

Pukaki

10/10

Exceptional

(51)

"Wonderful place: the location and the views, the comfort, and the food were all great. "

£368

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pukaki-Hotels-Lakestone-Lodge.h14717254.Hotel-Information)

![Luxury Tent, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98510000/98503000/98502989/cdcca27b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98510000/98503000/98502989/2cc58916.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98510000/98503000/98502989/57b9035a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98510000/98503000/98502989/abfc424c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Cross Hill Glamping

Lake Hawea

9.8/10

Exceptional

(17)

"My favourite place to stay in new zealand. Relaxing, friendly staff and delicious food!"

£364

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Albert-Town-Hotels-Cross-Hill-Lodge-Domes.h98502989.Hotel-Information)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/911600/911529/97c9e527.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/911600/911529/530a6892.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/911600/911529/e5040e6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Concierge desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/911600/911529/d4225d79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Novotel Queenstown Lakeside

Queenstown City Centre

8.8/10

Excellent

(1008)

"Great hotel in a great location. "

£139

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Novotel-Queenstown-Lakeside.h911529.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3530000/3528600/3528584/aff0939f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3530000/3528600/3528584/b865e8ef.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/f7704053.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Marsden Lake Resort Central Otago

Mount Pisa

9.2/10

Wonderful

(975)

"Absolutely amazing place to stay, can not wait to come back over summer! Beautiful view, our room had the private spa right on the lake. Beautiful bathroom, huge shower and fantastic kitchen with everything we needed. "

£91

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mount-Pisa-Hotels-The-Lake-Resort-Heritage-Collection.h3528584.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953200/6953161/cc0857ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953200/6953161/ba5ea454.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Studio | Soundproofing, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953200/6953161/77d751c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub | Living area | TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953200/6953161/2498d20f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Lakefront Lodge

Te Anau

9.2/10

Wonderful

(490)

"Great stay!"

£106

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Te-Anau-Hotels-Lakefront-Lodge.h6953161.Hotel-Information)

![Superior Apartment | Water view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53350000/53342300/53342206/a23f567d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family House | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53350000/53342300/53342206/7759c47c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Studio | 2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53350000/53342300/53342206/90-f6c9955d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53350000/53342300/53342206/5e1754f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Lakes Edge Holiday Park

Lake Tekapo

9.0/10

Wonderful

(353)

"What a view! Clean, spacious and well set up for a short or long stay. The front porch enabled us sit, enjoy our local wine and cheese and take in the views while sharing travel stories with our neighbours. "

£98

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Lake-Tekapo-Motels-Holiday-Park.h53342206.Hotel-Information)

![Local cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12900/12869/a2bc5c17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Room, 2 Single Beds | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12900/12869/4d7288ba.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)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12900/12869/0dda887a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau

Te Anau

8.2/10

Very good

(842)

"The staff were great from the reception to the restaurant Dinner was delicious and desert - a very welcoming place that I recommend "

£85

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Te-Anau-Hotels-Kingsgate-Hotel-Te-Anau.h12869.Hotel-Information)

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## Top South Island Hotel Reviews

![Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/0e44c76b_y.jpg)

### Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Heritage-Queenstown.h69589.Hotel-Information)

![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)

![Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3220000/3218900/3218849/29b191db_y.jpg)

### Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

10/10 Excellent

"Great views handy to town private"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Swiss-Belsuites-Pounamu-Queenstown.h3218849.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

"From arrival to departure our whole experience was amazing. The location is perfect, the staff so friendly and helpful and the hotel it self great. "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Hilton-Queenstown-Resort-Spa.h4268206.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)

## Frequently asked questions

### How much do lakeside hotels in South Island cost?

> Prepare to pay between and per night for lakeside hotels in South Island. Whatever your budget, an ideal stay by the water is only a click away on Expedia. These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for a hotel booking with a check-in date within the next year. Prices reflect current offers and availability is subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

### What are the best lakeside hotels in South Island?

> Surround yourself with relaxing water views from one of South Island's multiple hotels near a lake. With a total average guest review rating of , there's a place for everyone's budget and taste. Many visitors to Queenstown love staying at [Platinum Queenstown Villas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Platinum-Queenstown-Villas.h6831917.Hotel-Information), a 4.5-star lakeside retreat with a lake view and a furnished balcony. Another favourite pick that's nearby water is [Browns Boutique Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Browns-Boutique-Hotel.h2923745.Hotel-Information). This 4-star property, also located in Queenstown, features individually decorated rooms, al fresco dining and more.

### How many lakeside hotels are there in South Island?

> South Island has lakeside hotels on offer. Enter your destination and dates and start organising your next break near the water today.

### Are there any family-friendly lakeside hotels in South Island?

> There sure are, so gather your group and get busy planning that trip to South Island! If Queenstown is your chosen destination, stay at [Platinum Queenstown Villas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Platinum-Queenstown-Villas.h6831917.Hotel-Information). This 4.5-star option is a popular family-friendly hotel close to a lake. It also has WiFi and laundry facilities. Another top choice is [The Glebe Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-The-Glebe-Apartments.h4451560.Hotel-Information), a 4.5-star property also in Queenstown. After a fun-packed day by the water, make use of helpful amenities like laundry facilities and housekeeping services. Queenstown has many family-friendly attractions when you're ready to see the sights. [Cecil Peak](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cecil-Peak-Cecil-Peak.d6140744.Attraction) and [Walter Peak High Country Farm](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Walter-Peak-High-Country-Farm-Walter-Peak.d6110696.Attraction) promise fun for all ages.

### Are there any 5-star lakeside hotels in South Island?

> Yes, so jump in and spoil your crowd with an indulgent getaway near the water. [QT Queenstown](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-QT-Queenstown.h19676433.Hotel-Information) is one of our most desirable 5-star lake hotels in South Island. Situated in the renowned city of Queenstown, a sauna and concierge services are just a few of its amenities. Another 5-star fave in Queenstown is [The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-The-Rees-Hotel-And-Luxury-Apartments.h110468.Hotel-Information). After a lazy day lakeside, make the most of amenities like a pillow menu and room service.

### Why book your lakeside hotel in South Island with Expedia?

> Expedia has the best deals on lakeside hotels in South Island. But our great prices are just the beginning. You'll discover a wide selection of hotels to select from and clever search filters that make it a snap to find your perfect stay.

### How can I find cheap lakeside hotels in South Island?

> Holiday near the water without spending a fortune with Expedia. To find cheap lakeside hotels in South Island, use our filter tool to choose your budget and hotel star rating. Eager to stay in a certain area? Our handy "neighbourhood" filter will search for accommodation exactly where you want to be.

### What is there to do in South Island near my lakeside hotel?

> There are lots of things to see and do in South Island. If you're holidaying in Christchurch, check out [Canterbury Museum](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Canterbury-Museum-Christchurch-City-Centre.d6112900.Vacation-Attraction), [Isaac Theatre Royal](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Isaac-Theatre-Royal-Christchurch-City-Centre.d553248625845596523.Vacation-Attraction) and [Transitional Cathedral](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Transitional-Cathedral-Christchurch-City-Centre.d553248621562625522.Vacation-Attraction). Planning to stay in Dunedin? [St. Clair Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Clair-Beach-Lawyers-Head.d6113086.Vacation-Attraction), [Speight's Brewery](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Speights-Brewery-Dunedin-City-Centre.d6113078.Vacation-Attraction) and [St. Paul's Cathedral](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Pauls-Cathedral-Dunedin-City-Centre.d6113056.Vacation-Attraction) are some of the best sights here.