Title: TOP Shopping 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 Shopping 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 Shopping Hotels Tonight [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) Tomorrow [3 Dec - 4 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&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 Shopping Hotels ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629800/9629768/a5e8b5af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629800/9629768/527f55d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629800/9629768/9f90ee74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Dining room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629800/9629768/e45fac67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cardrona Hotel Cardrona 9.4/10 Exceptional (690) "I can’t rave about the Cardrona Hotel enough - everything from the room to the service was 5-stars." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Jessica £89 includes taxes & fees 5 Dec - 6 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Cardrona-Hotel.h9629768.Hotel-Information) ![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) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4268300/4268206/8b1e52a8.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) ![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 (1010) "Great place to stay, fantastic rooms and awesome views. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Ash £151 includes taxes & fees 13 Dec - 14 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Hilton-Queenstown-Resort-Spa.h4268206.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4035500/4035455/a06244da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Daily full breakfast for a fee](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4035500/4035455/4a34c52d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4035500/4035455/c277a0d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4035500/4035455/1f41e3c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lochmara Lodge Lochmara Bay 9.0/10 Wonderful (98) "Lots to do there " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Sue £100 includes taxes & fees 6 Dec - 7 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lochmara-Bay-Hotels-Lochmara-Lodge.h4035455.Hotel-Information) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38910000/38908700/38908651/4988afe1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38910000/38908700/38908651/dceea06b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38910000/38908700/38908651/7006a49d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38910000/38908700/38908651/9b52453c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa Gibbston 9.6/10 Exceptional (103) "Such a beautiful location . Was very relaxing. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Trecia £332 includes taxes & fees 17 Dec - 18 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Gibbston-Valley-Lodge-Spa.h38908651.Hotel-Information) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44530000/44527200/44527110/4b3cdc71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily full breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44530000/44527200/44527110/14b80aa8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Tasman King Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44530000/44527200/44527110/eb4334e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44530000/44527200/44527110/def6d792.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Awatuna Sunset Lodge Awatuna 10/10 Exceptional (21) "Great place to stay… beautiful setting and lovely hosts…." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Douglas £291 includes taxes & fees 8 Dec - 9 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Awatuna-Hotels-Awatuna-Sunset-Lodge.h44527110.Hotel-Information) ![Ecotours](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16060000/16053900/16053813/46359b68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16060000/16053900/16053813/c07a92ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Shearer's Cottage with kitchen and ensuite bathroom | Private spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16060000/16053900/16053813/ca72ee9c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16060000/16053900/16053813/bb8715f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Pear Orchard Lodge Hope 9.8/10 Exceptional (29) "Very pleasant stay and friendly people. Cheers Jason." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Jason £101 includes taxes & fees 4 Dec - 5 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Richmond-Hotels-The-Pear-Orchard-Lodge.h16053813.Hotel-Information) ![Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624500/9624462/65bffaca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Executive Room, Kitchenette (Executive Studio) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624500/9624462/838cee31.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Executive Room, Kitchenette (Executive Studio) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624500/9624462/2b3aff4a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624500/9624462/7e309778.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aspiring Lodge Motel Wanaka 7.8/10 Good (217) "Yes nice and clean and great position in the middle of town " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) stephen £99 includes taxes & fees 16 Dec - 17 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wanaka-Hotels-Aspiring-Lodge-Motel.h9624462.Hotel-Information) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4420000/4412300/4412246/7a92f141.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4420000/4412300/4412246/dfad9cf8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Room, Accessible, Non Smoking | In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4420000/4412300/4412246/f273a422.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4420000/4412300/4412246/89b32394.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown Kawarau Falls 8.6/10 Excellent (1003) "Great place to stay" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Abhinav £129 includes taxes & fees 12 Dec - 13 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Queenstown.h4412246.Hotel-Information) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4580000/4578200/4578127/4f10dc48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily continental breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4580000/4578200/4578127/6e75bf80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4580000/4578200/4578127/57c2b851.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![The Hartnell Room | Living area | 50-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4580000/4578200/4578127/b9757071.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast Kaikoura 9.8/10 Exceptional (173) "Beautiful room with a stunning view. Spacious, comfortable bed, great hospitality and so convenient to walk to dinner options. And we were greeted on our last morning by dolphins!" ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Rhonda Wright £123 includes taxes & fees 4 Dec - 5 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kaikoura-Hotels-Bendamere-House-Bed-Breakfast.h4578127.Hotel-Information) ![2 Bedroom Suite (Ground Floor) | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7590000/7581800/7581775/861c3bce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7590000/7581800/7581775/62e0188a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![2 Bedroom Suite (Ground Floor) | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7590000/7581800/7581775/d6955a3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7590000/7581800/7581775/14cc2cd4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Riverstone Rangiora 9.6/10 Exceptional (124) "It was a really nice place to stay. It was very clean and quiet. Its in a great location. The people were so friendly. We will stay there again" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Tania £88 includes taxes & fees 12 Dec - 13 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rangiora-Hotels-Riverstone-Motel.h7581775.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=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16®ionId=6052692&adults=2&location_highlights_explore=shopping&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2025/11/05/BEX-BF-25_FR-DE-MX-UK_1_Desktop.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## Black Friday Sale Save up to 40% on select hotels. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=AFFINITY_BF_PROMO_6052692) ## Top South Island Hotel Reviews ![Kamana Lakehouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/983600/983589/7ba2222c_y.jpg) ### Kamana Lakehouse 10/10 Excellent "Incredible views, great food, very clean, great service, very average rooms, construction is slightly annoying but overall great stay. Highly recommend " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Kamana-Lakehouse.h983589.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 "Nice staff, excellent food at the restaurant " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-BreakFree-On-Cashel.h10153686.Hotel-Information) ![Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/0e44c76b_y.jpg) ### Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown 10/10 Excellent "One of the best hotels we have ever stayed in terms of hospitality! Though Expedia screwup our reservations big time, the hotel made big adjustments to accommodate us. " [](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) ![Sudima Christchurch Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889400/889383/973a3fae_y.jpg) ### Sudima Christchurch Airport 10/10 Excellent "Excellent experience from check-in to very early morning shuttle to the airport. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Sudima-Christchurch-Airport.h889383.Hotel-Information) ![Scenic Hotel Dunedin City](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1070000/1063100/1063004/08aaa097_y.jpg) ### Scenic Hotel Dunedin City 10/10 Excellent "Clean room, good food, great location " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dunedin-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Dunedin-City.h1063004.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 and tidy room. Central location and simple check in. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dunedin-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Southern-Cross.h83611.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)