Title: TOP Mountain Hotels 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 Mountain Hotels 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 Mountain Hotels Tonight [1 Dec - 2 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [2 Dec - 3 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [5 Dec - 7 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next 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) ## Top South Island Mountain Hotels ![Luxury Double Villa, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Lake View | Bathroom | Separate bathtub and shower, rainfall showerhead, hair dryer, bathrobes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1150000/1140100/1140017/b20b93ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Body treatments, deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1150000/1140100/1140017/84bc10af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Luxury Double Villa, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Lake View | Living room | LED TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1150000/1140100/1140017/0fec0f23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Luxury Double Villa, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub, Lake View | Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1150000/1140100/1140017/11c1fda4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Azur Luxury Lodge Sunshine Bay 10/10 Exceptional (87) "Fantastic location and a truely breathtaking view from the room. Staff very helpful in arranging activities during our stay. 1 st class in every respect " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Jonathan £840 includes taxes & fees 2 Dec - 3 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Azur-Luxury-Lodge.h1140017.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6890000/6887800/6887793/635ee4cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6890000/6887800/6887793/a67dbc55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lodge Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6890000/6887800/6887793/e9bff29a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6890000/6887800/6887793/27039f01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Blanket Bay Glenorchy 10/10 Exceptional (47) "Best place we have stayed and the staff and management were second to none. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Pasquale £1,129 includes taxes & fees 7 Dec - 8 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Blanket-Bay.h6887793.Hotel-Information) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2222600/2222507/206a05d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2222600/2222507/85f6e82b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Family Apartment | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2222600/2222507/fde831c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2230000/2222600/2222507/80b9c12b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 555 Motel Dunedin South Dunedin 9.2/10 Wonderful (343) "Good Stay" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Mark £78 includes taxes & fees 3 Dec - 4 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunedin-Hotels-555-Motel-Dunedin.h2222507.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21440000/21430600/21430526/bafb93b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21440000/21430600/21430526/33c63816.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21440000/21430600/21430526/f4b87266.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21440000/21430600/21430526/b444a904.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Surat Bay Lodge, Motel and Backpackers New Haven 8.6/10 Excellent (54) "Lovely stay with wonderful friendly hosts" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Philippa £55 includes taxes & fees 2 Dec - 3 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/New-Haven-Hotels-Surat-Bay-Lodge-Backpackers-Hostel.h21430526.Hotel-Information) ![Chalet Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, free minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/12000000/11995500/11995442/20d1aa1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fishing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/12000000/11995500/11995442/0377056d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/12000000/11995500/11995442/018cfe7f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/12000000/11995500/11995442/c6b85f73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Minaret Station Alpine Lodge Minaret Bay 10/10 Exceptional (2) "What an amazing special and well run place , nicest rooms with ever one could wish for " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Bettina £2,015 includes taxes & fees 2 Dec - 3 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Minaret-Bay-Hotels-Minaret-Station-Alpine-Lodge.h11995442.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) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31720000/31719500/31719473/583d239e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Triple Room (Room 2) | Premium bedding, down duvets, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31720000/31719500/31719473/b93eb12d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor wedding area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31720000/31719500/31719473/bb1bfb57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Te Mahuru Retreat Kaikoura Flat 9.6/10 Exceptional (151) "Fantastic property and amazing hosts." ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Colette £89 includes taxes & fees 2 Dec - 3 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kaikoura-Hotels-Te-Mahuru-Retreat.h31719473.Hotel-Information) ![Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1900000/1895500/1895481/f28215e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1900000/1895500/1895481/a8baad82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1900000/1895500/1895481/a90ee1b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1900000/1895500/1895481/cef03e51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fable Terrace Downs Resort by Mgallery Windwhistle 9.6/10 Exceptional (141) "Yes,large room, amazing views " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Vicki £147 includes taxes & fees 4 Dec - 5 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windwhistle-Hotels-Terrace-Downs-Resort.h1895481.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119910000/119908400/119908352/8f7d9480.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![House, Mountain View | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119910000/119908400/119908352/c04f103d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119910000/119908400/119908352/442fbccc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![House, Mountain View | Dining room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119910000/119908400/119908352/6cae03f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Whare Puwaha Kinloch 8.0/10 Very good (1) "The property is brand new and well maintained, with a little of smell of fresh house. The view is truly impressive— we were even able to see a rainbow from the window, which was a lovely surprise. However, the Wi-Fi connection was quite slow during our stay, which may be inconvenient for guests who need stable internet access. In addition, I would strongly recommend booking dinner in advance or bringing sufficient food supplies. When we arrived at 1:30, the restaurant was already fully booked,... ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) zhongrong £347 includes taxes & fees 2 Dec - 3 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kinloch-Hotels-Whare-Puwaha.h119908352.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3007300/3007213/a54bd755.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Double Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3007300/3007213/e9e7509e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Executive Suite | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3007300/3007213/9f5f4f7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Studio | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3007300/3007213/5833bc0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ASURE Central Gold Motel Cromwell 9.4/10 Exceptional (143) "Lovely clean room -friendly- staff shops nearby" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Lynette £96 includes taxes & fees 7 Dec - 8 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cromwell-Hotels-ASURE-Central-Gold-Motel.h3007213.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33270000/33261100/33261006/ba9fd4b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33270000/33261100/33261006/ebc8348b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33270000/33261100/33261006/b5d55184.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33270000/33261100/33261006/49db50c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Koura Bay Resort Hapuku 9.4/10 Exceptional (90) "Loved our stay would definitely recommend. 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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=AFFINITY_BF_PROMO_6052692) ## Top South Island Hotel Reviews ![Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/0e44c76b_y.jpg) ### Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown 10/10 Excellent "Beautiful views, enhanced by our free room upgrade which gave us uninterrupted views over the lake. Room was kept clean to a good standard throughout our stay, had to prompt for a few extra coffee sachets since we don’t do decaf. Loved the spa, the sauna could be hotter but we didn’t stay for the sauna. Easy access to Queenstown, the hill on the way back can be a little much at the end of the night but there’s always a bus or taxi. Overall very happy" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Heritage-Queenstown.h69589.Hotel-Information) ![Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4268300/4268206/a9c7c485_y.jpg) ### Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa 10/10 Excellent "Lovely quiet location with boat taxi to the main town. Fabulous lake views and freshly prepared meals. On the Kelvin trail." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Hilton-Queenstown-Resort-Spa.h4268206.Hotel-Information) ![Pinewood Queenstown ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4240000/4234800/4234779/19daffe4_y.jpg) ### Pinewood Queenstown 10/10 Excellent "Clean quiet and close to town. Perfect place " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Pinewood-Lodge.h4234779.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 staff was amazing and always helpful! " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Millennium-Hotel-Queenstown.h48773.Hotel-Information) ![Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3220000/3218900/3218849/29b191db_y.jpg) ### Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown 10/10 Excellent "Room was clean, area was quiet, felt safe, close to town, great amenities." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Swiss-Belsuites-Pounamu-Queenstown.h3218849.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 "Room tidy, bed. Comfy - bathroom very jaded & bottles would not open easy Staff excellent " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Copthorne-Hotel-Apartments-Queenstown-Lakeview.h7169.Hotel-Information) ![Kamana Lakehouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/983600/983589/7ba2222c_y.jpg) ### Kamana Lakehouse 10/10 Excellent "Great breakfast and staff" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Kamana-Lakehouse.h983589.Hotel-Information)