Title: TOP Dog-Friendly Hotels in South Island for 2025 - South Island Pet-Friendly Hotels | 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) ![Kawarau Suspension Bridge showing a sporting event, a bridge and a suspension bridge or treetop walkway](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/36000/36128-Kawarau-Suspension-Bridge.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Find Dog-Friendly 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 Pet-Friendly Hotels Tonight [4 Nov - 5 Nov](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&adults=2&amenities=PETS&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [5 Nov - 6 Nov](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&adults=2&amenities=PETS&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [7 Nov - 9 Nov](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&adults=2&amenities=PETS&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [14 Nov - 16 Nov](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&adults=2&amenities=PETS&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) ## Top South Island Pet-Friendly Hotels ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953000/6952941/206c81d4.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) ![Fiordland Carriage | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953000/6952941/58edce62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fiordland Carriage | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953000/6952941/7a46afd3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Te Anau Lodge Te Anau 9.6/10 Exceptional (259) "A wonderful experience of sleeping in a railway carriage. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Sharon £135 includes taxes & fees 2 Dec - 3 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Te-Anau-Hotels-Te-Anau-Lodge.h6952941.Hotel-Information) ![Private spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2200000/2193300/2193285/2ac51e8f.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) ![Breakfast, dinner served; Modern European cuisine, garden views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2200000/2193300/2193285/cd537c8e.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/3000000/2200000/2193300/2193285/3cf411ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Braemar Lodge And Spa Hanmer Springs 9.0/10 Wonderful (689) "Fantastic mountain views from our room and loved the outdoor spa pool. The indoor fire was great too for the chilly September evenings. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Sarah £132 includes taxes & fees 4 Nov - 5 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hanmer-Springs-Hotels-Braemar-Lodge-And-Spa.h2193285.Hotel-Information) ![Family Studio, Kitchenette (Motel Unit 6) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625700/9625687/09bd01eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625700/9625687/4cae3730.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Family Studio, Kitchenette (Motel Unit 6) | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625700/9625687/9beb9fc0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, Accessible, Kitchen | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625700/9625687/7dfc0096.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Punakaiki Beachfront Motels Punakaiki 8.8/10 Excellent (321) "We loved our stay here and would come back if ever in the area." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Christie £91 includes taxes & fees 5 Nov - 6 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Greymouth-Hotels-Punakaiki-Beachfront-Motels.h9625687.Hotel-Information) ![Exclusive House | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12090000/12082600/12082506/312a483b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12090000/12082600/12082506/2a0a0186.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12090000/12082600/12082506/ae39c3e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Tempur-Pedic beds, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12090000/12082600/12082506/3732eeda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts Appleby 9.8/10 Exceptional (55) "Love that it's pet friendly and rural. Could do with a curtain over the window above the TV.... The fresh bread was divine" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Eve £94 includes taxes & fees 4 Dec - 5 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Richmond-Hotels-Appleby-House-Rabbit-Island-Huts.h12082506.Hotel-Information) ![Ensuite Room | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679500/9679423/c59a8646.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Ensuite Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679500/9679423/81c3f1b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679500/9679423/c62c340e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily continental breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679500/9679423/97e6b603.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Reservation B&B Gore 9.8/10 Exceptional (107) "An amazing place to stay - highly recommend. Clean and spacious with everything you could need as well as great views. Will definitely stay again." ![New Zealand](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/nz.svg) Anonymous traveller £70 includes taxes & fees 4 Nov - 5 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gore-Hotels-The-Reservation.h9679423.Hotel-Information) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623800/9623735/f900bbda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Ground Floor Superior Studio | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623800/9623735/45395a6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623800/9623735/8a8c72ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![First Floor Superior Studio | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9623800/9623735/874da7ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sumner Bay Motel & Apartments Sumner 9.4/10 Exceptional (205) "Great place to visit " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Malcom £104 includes taxes & fees 7 Nov - 8 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Sumner-Bay-Motel-Apartments.h9623735.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7280000/7275200/7275200/96cf04da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7280000/7275200/7275200/0e703efa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7280000/7275200/7275200/dbfd5beb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7280000/7275200/7275200/0286d20b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier Fox Glacier 9.0/10 Wonderful (232) "Amazing location. An awesome secret Spacious and warm!" ![New Zealand](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/nz.svg) SARAH £94 includes taxes & fees 25 Nov - 26 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fox-Glacier-Hotels-Mt-Cook-View-Motel.h7275200.Hotel-Information) ![Family House | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46970000/46965700/46965625/5f063b6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Family House | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46970000/46965700/46965625/fcd5fbb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46970000/46965700/46965625/6375e631.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46970000/46965700/46965625/7e03e13f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waikawa House Waikawa 9.6/10 Exceptional (32) "Great comms from Pip, perfect family place with plenty of space" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Siobhan £96 includes taxes & fees 9 Nov - 10 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waikawa-Hotels-Waikawa-House.h46965625.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19300000/19296900/19296878/b98ed3ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19300000/19296900/19296878/c456f109.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bedroom 2 | Iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19300000/19296900/19296878/95714442.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bedroom 2 | Iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19300000/19296900/19296878/cf743d06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Top of the Town Picton 9.6/10 Exceptional (171) "This was the coziest spot. The electric blankets made the bed so comfortable. And it’s an easy walk around town" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Virginia £65 includes taxes & fees 15 Nov - 16 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Picton-Hotels-Top-Of-The-Town.h19296878.Hotel-Information) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9847200/9847180/993c4030.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9847200/9847180/5c38cc60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9847200/9847180/e11d6494.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9847200/9847180/065c0365.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Brunner Longhouse Moana 9.8/10 Exceptional (62) "Thank you - wonderful stay!" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Mathew £65 includes taxes & fees 11 Nov - 12 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Greymouth-Hotels-Lake-Brunner-Longhouse.h9847180.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=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18®ionId=6052692&adults=2&amenities=PETS&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## Find out more about South Island ### Discover top South Island attractions with your pet South Island, New Zealand, offers a wealth of experiences perfect for travellers accompanied by their furry friends. Begin your adventure in the stunning Abel Tasman National Park, where you can explore scenic coastal tracks and let your pet enjoy the sandy shores and gentle waves. Next, head to the picturesque Queenstown, renowned for its breathtaking landscapes; here, you can take your dog on a leisurely stroll along Lake Wakatipu or even hop on a pet-friendly cruise to soak in the majestic mountains. For a taste of local culture, visit the charming town of Kaikoura, where you can enjoy whale watching and fresh seafood, with many eateries outdoor seating that welcomes pets. The Marlborough region, famous for its vineyards, offers plenty of dog-friendly wineries where you can indulge in wine tasting while your pet lounges at your feet. Finally, consider staying in the quaint town of Hanmer Springs, known for its thermal pools; many pet-friendly accommodations here provide easy access to hiking trails and lush gardens. The combination of stunning scenery, outdoor activities, and welcoming hotels ensures a memorable getaway for both you and your pet. ## Top South Island Hotel Reviews ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - More ways to book - [Book Pet-Friendly Hotels in South Island on Expedia.co.nz](https://www.expedia.co.nz/South-Island-Hotels-Pet-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d6052692-tPetfriendlyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)