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Recommended hotels in South Island

A rustic cabin with stone walls, a metal roof, and wooden deck seating.

1. Cardrona Hotel

Cardrona Hotel
3.0 star property
Cardrona
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (831 reviews)
"Gorgeous room in historic pub, the food at the bar and bakery was excellent."
Australia
Emilla
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Cardrona Hotel
A modern hotel with a prominent 'NOVOTEL' sign, featuring a sleek, contemporary design with large windows and a structured facade.

2. Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport
4.5 star property
Christchurch Airport
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,118 reviews)
"Great room, and restaurant, very clean."
Australia
Raymond
The price is £142
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Novotel Christchurch Airport
A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, a wooden ceiling, and a visible outdoor area.

3. Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
4.5 star property
Frankton
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (868 reviews)
"Great convenient hotel"
Australia
Gerhard
The price is £110
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
A building with a wooden roof and stone pillars, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

4. Edgewater

Edgewater
4.5 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice staff, beautiful grounds, good breakfast, great location, overall fantastic."
United States
Drew
The price is £136
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Edgewater
A modern building with large windows and a stone pathway leading to it, situated on a pebbled beach with driftwood in the foreground.

5. Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
4.0 star property
Punakaiki
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (859 reviews)
"The staff were very welcoming and helpful from the moment we parked."
Australia
Karen
The price is £60
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
A hotel bar and reception with a red sign, wooden steps, and a clear sky.

6. Hotel Hari Hari

Hotel Hari Hari
3.0 star property
Hari Hari
The price is £22
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Hotel Hari Hari
A modern building with a series of triangular roofs and large windows, set against a mountainous backdrop.

7. Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse
4.5 star property
Fernhill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (688 reviews)
"Nice place to relax and stay"
United States
Mingjun
The price is £169
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Kamana Lakehouse
A modern hotel with a glass facade, parking lot, and a mountainous backdrop.

8. Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
4.5 star property
Frankton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (753 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable, great views and the food on room service is 10/10"
Australia
Rhianna
The price is £94
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
A building with a sign reading "mi-pad" in front of a mountain range.

9. Mi-pad Queenstown

Mi-pad Queenstown
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
The price is £100
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Mi-pad Queenstown
A large wooden house with a stone wall and a pond in front.

10. Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
5.0 star property
Arrowtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (780 reviews)
"Beautiful views and very quiet great facilities"
Australia
Layne
The price is £248
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Millbrook Resort
The exterior of the Commie Dore Hotel with a parking lot and a van parked in front.

11. Commodore Airport Hotel

Commodore Airport Hotel
4.5 star property
Burnside
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,008 reviews)
"Awesome stay"
Australia
Jesse
The price is £122
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Commodore Airport Hotel
A modern house with a glass door entrance, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background.

12. Heartland Hotel Haast

Heartland Hotel Haast
3.0 star property
Haast
7.8 out of 10, Good, (747 reviews)
"Fabulous staff, lovely food, great value and very clean. "
United Kingdom
Fiona
The price is £56
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Heartland Hotel Haast
The entrance of Sudima Hotels with glass doors, a concrete wall, and a delivery truck in the background.

13. Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport
4.5 star property
Christchurch Airport
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,171 reviews)
"Great hotel"
Australia
Crystal
The price is £132
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Sudima Christchurch Airport
A hotel named Beachfront with a modern facade, large windows, and a welcoming entrance.

14. Beachfront Hotel

Beachfront Hotel
3.5 star property
Hokitika
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
The price is £66
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Beachfront Hotel
A riverside hotel with modern architecture, a walking path, and a view of mountains.

15. Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Kawarau Falls
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Absolutely loved the breakfast daily, fresh food, great variety and the staff were all so lovely and helpful. Rooms were cleaned well and beds made daily with fresh towels. Great location by the lake."
Australia
Kacie
The price is £171
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
A room with a large window, a wooden deck, a white bathtub, and a chair.

16. Coronet Ridge Resort

Coronet Ridge Resort
5.0 star property
Arthur's Point
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (48 reviews)
"Great location and beautiful hotel and view. Would definitely stay again."
Australia
Kimberley
The price is £361
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Coronet Ridge Resort
A lodge with a prominent mountain backdrop, a large entrance, and solar panels on the roof.

17. Alpine Lodge

Alpine Lodge
3.5 star property
St. Arnaud
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (498 reviews)
"Wonderful spacious room, clean, great dinner and breakfast!!"
United States
Karen
The price is £60
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Alpine Lodge
A modern building with stone facades and large windows, a clear sky, and a mountain in the background.

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown

DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown
4.5 star property
Kawarau Falls
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"We stayed here for a long weekend, it was very convenient to The Remarkables skifield. Great view and had everything we needed in the room."
Australia
Sophie
The price is £98
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown
A modern building with the name 'Mayfair' prominently displayed.

19. The Mayfair

The Mayfair
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (340 reviews)
"Comfy room, friendly staff, awesome location, onsite paid carpark available. Only minor to claim is the water pressure in shower room a bit soft however overall is perfect!!!"
Australia
Li Yong
The price is £159
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
The Mayfair
A two-story building with a sign reading "The Boathouse Lodge" and amenities listed such as family rooms, shared dorms, private rooms, in-room bike storage, and free breakfast.

20. The Boathouse Lodge

The Boathouse Lodge
2.0 star property
Picton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (221 reviews)
"Very cool place to stay and friendly Staff as well!"
Australia
Luciano
The price is £34
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
The Boathouse Lodge
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Lakes Edge Lodge

Lakes Edge Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Cheap stay with lakefront view of Lake Tekapo, but has all the necessities you need although the accommodation is small. Beautiful, quiet location. with laundry which was nice for us."
Stephen 1-night trip
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Lakes Edge Lodge

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South Island Houseboats information

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Accommodation
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Lowest Price
£22
Highest Price
£361

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How much do houseboats in South Island cost?
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What is there to do in South Island near my houseboat?
You'll find loads of ways to spend your time in South Island. If you're heading to Queenstown, be sure to look around Queenstown Mall, SKYCITY Wharf Casino and CaddyShack City Mini Golf. Spending your holiday in Christchurch? Christchurch Golf Club, Northlands Shopping Centre and Bush Inn Centre are among the best sights here.