Title: TOP Shopping Hotels in South Island for 2026 |  Expedia.co.uk

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## Check availability on South Island Shopping Hotels

Tonight

[17 Jan - 18 Jan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2026-01-17&endDate=2026-01-18&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true)

Tomorrow

[18 Jan - 19 Jan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2026-01-18&endDate=2026-01-19&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true)

Next weekend

[23 Jan - 25 Jan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true)

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## Our top choices for South Island hotels with shopping nearby

![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629800/9629768/c960cb66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629800/9629768/a5e8b5af.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)

![Bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629800/9629768/c70d554c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Cardrona Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Cardrona-Hotel.h9629768.Hotel-Information)

Cardrona

9.4/10

Exceptional

(716 reviews)

"An amazing place to stay! Beautiful surroundings, great atmosphere, friendly staff, and delicious food. The Cardrona Hotel made our New year trip memorable!"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Arun

£78

includes taxes & fees

4 Feb - 5 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Cardrona-Hotel.h9629768.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)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4035500/4035455/1f41e3c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Kākāriki Chalet | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4035500/4035455/a26e006a.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)

### Lochmara Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lochmara-Bay-Hotels-Lochmara-Lodge.h4035455.Hotel-Information)

Lochmara Bay

9.2/10

Wonderful

(99 reviews)

"Staff are all amazing! Beautiful place to stay "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Juliette

£116

includes taxes & fees

20 Jan - 21 Jan

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lochmara-Bay-Hotels-Lochmara-Lodge.h4035455.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4268300/4268206/d4a3bdf7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe  2 Bedrooms, Lake View (Residence) | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4268300/4268206/8f3e9d09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lake view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4268300/4268206/216c4d32.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)

### Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

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

Kawarau Falls

8.6/10

Excellent

(1,003 reviews)

"Outstanding hotel, would return!"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Megan

£167

includes taxes & fees

2 Feb - 3 Feb

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

![Studio Top Floor | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4240000/4237800/4237771/9c950ad6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio Top Floor | Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4240000/4237800/4237771/c76dac0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio Top Floor | Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4240000/4237800/4237771/8eef80fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio, Sea View, Ground Floor | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4240000/4237800/4237771/06d8b7bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Akaroa Criterion Motel

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Akaroa-Hotels-Akaroa-Criterion-Motel.h4237771.Hotel-Information)

Akaroa

9.6/10

Exceptional

(599 reviews)

"Great view - great staff! "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Verena

£100

includes taxes & fees

10 Feb - 11 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Akaroa-Hotels-Akaroa-Criterion-Motel.h4237771.Hotel-Information)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6940000/6936000/6935946/34551750.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6940000/6936000/6935946/1e388caa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6940000/6936000/6935946/c6e8737d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6940000/6936000/6935946/ddccddfe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Franz Josef Oasis

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-Franz-Josef-Oasis.h6935946.Hotel-Information)

Franz Josef Glacier

9.4/10

Exceptional

(659 reviews)

"Staff wonderful Breakfast just right Spotless Great location"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Kevin

£167

includes taxes & fees

3 Feb - 4 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-Franz-Josef-Oasis.h6935946.Hotel-Information)

![The Hartnell Room | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4580000/4578200/4578127/1e7052d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4580000/4578200/4578127/c2b52b53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![The Hartnell Room | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, individually decorated](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4580000/4578200/4578127/8146c8f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4580000/4578200/4578127/7592b37e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kaikoura-Hotels-Bendamere-House-Bed-Breakfast.h4578127.Hotel-Information)

Kaikoura

9.8/10

Exceptional

(175 reviews)

"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

£136

includes taxes & fees

18 Jan - 19 Jan

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kaikoura-Hotels-Bendamere-House-Bed-Breakfast.h4578127.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)

![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)

![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)

![Lake view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4420000/4412300/4412246/916cf2e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Queenstown.h4412246.Hotel-Information)

Kawarau Falls

8.6/10

Excellent

(1,001 reviews)

"Very comfortable.Helpful staff. Great location."

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Anthony

£131

includes taxes & fees

3 Feb - 4 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Queenstown.h4412246.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38910000/38908700/38908651/c088f141.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)

![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38910000/38908700/38908651/625dffb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38910000/38908700/38908651/4988afe1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Gibbston-Valley-Lodge-Spa.h38908651.Hotel-Information)

Gibbston

9.6/10

Exceptional

(107 reviews)

"Amazing accommodations and staff"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Jessica

£337

includes taxes & fees

1 Feb - 2 Feb

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Gibbston-Valley-Lodge-Spa.h38908651.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44530000/44527200/44527110/c05f6260.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)

![Tasman King Room | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44530000/44527200/44527110/23ded809.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Awatuna Sunset Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Awatuna-Hotels-Awatuna-Sunset-Lodge.h44527110.Hotel-Information)

Awatuna

10/10

Exceptional

(24 reviews)

"We enjoyed our stay, our hosts were very welcoming and we had excellent meals dinner and breakfast. Just outside the door ocean views and the sunset lodge is highly recommended "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

John

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Awatuna-Hotels-Awatuna-Sunset-Lodge.h44527110.Hotel-Information)

![Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16060000/16053900/16053813/3ab4cd77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Daily continental breakfast (NZD 30 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16060000/16053900/16053813/e5fd7864.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16060000/16053900/16053813/5ebcf684.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16060000/16053900/16053813/dc9a10a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Pear Orchard Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Richmond-Hotels-The-Pear-Orchard-Lodge.h16053813.Hotel-Information)

Hope

9.8/10

Exceptional

(29 reviews)

"Very pleasant stay and friendly people. Cheers Jason."

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Jason

£98

includes taxes & fees

23 Jan - 24 Jan

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Richmond-Hotels-The-Pear-Orchard-Lodge.h16053813.Hotel-Information)

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## Top South Island Hotel Reviews

![Scenic Hotel Southern Cross](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/83700/83611/1cefd740_y.jpg)

### Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

10/10 Excellent

"Good space. Comfy beds"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Dunedin-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Southern-Cross.h83611.Hotel-Information)

![Distinction Luxmore Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519248/150486b1_y.jpg)

### Distinction Luxmore Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The room was great and the staff were excellent "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Te-Anau-Hotels-Distinction-Luxmore-Hotel.h519248.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

"Great place to stay and to relax. Lake view from the room in exceptional"

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

"Very friendly and he;lpful staff, wonderful exectuive rooms on the 8th floor and a very central hotel where you can walk around the centre of the city."

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Dunedin-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Dunedin-City.h1063004.Hotel-Information)

![Sudima Christchurch Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889400/889383/973a3fae_y.jpg)

### Sudima Christchurch Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room . "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-Sudima-Christchurch-Airport.h889383.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

"Very good stay"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Christchurch-Hotels-BreakFree-On-Cashel.h10153686.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

"Staff were helpful, unit was clean and well equipped in the kitchen. Gas fireplace was a nice feature. Garage spaces were confusing given others parked in our space but units were not full so plenty of space to park. "

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

![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

"Wonderful location , friendly, great accommodation "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Te-Anau-Hotels-Te-Anau-Lakeview-Kiwi-Holiday-Park-Motels.h4192650.Hotel-Information)

![Millennium Hotel Queenstown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/48800/48773/718b9642_y.jpg)

### Millennium Hotel Queenstown

10/10 Excellent

"Size of room and location"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Millennium-Hotel-Queenstown.h48773.Hotel-Information)