Title: TOP Top of the South Beach Resorts for 2026 - Hotels on the Beach in Top of the South | Expedia.co.uk [Top of the South Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Top-Of-The-South.dx3000655866)[Hotels in Top of the South](https://expedia.co.uk/Top-Of-The-South-Hotels.d3000655866.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Top of the South](https://expedia.co.uk/Top-Of-The-South-Holiday-Rentals.d3000655866.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Top of the South](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Top-Of-The-South.d3000655866.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Top of the South Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Top-Of-The-South.d3000655866.Car-Hire-Guide)[Top of the South Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Top-Of-The-South.d3000655866.Holidays-City-Breaks) ![Top of the South](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000655866/7ef9c2ca-40a4-40b4-8794-09728dc1f6b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Find Beach Resorts in Top of the South - ![](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 Top of the South Beach Resorts & Hotels Tonight [25 Dec - 26 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=3000655866&startDate=2025-12-25&endDate=2025-12-26&adults=2&amenities=BEACH&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true&travelerType=beach) Tomorrow [26 Dec - 27 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=3000655866&startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-27&adults=2&amenities=BEACH&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true&travelerType=beach) This weekend [26 Dec - 28 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=3000655866&startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&adults=2&amenities=BEACH&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true&travelerType=beach) Next weekend [2 Jan - 4 Jan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=3000655866&startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&adults=2&amenities=BEACH&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true&travelerType=beach) ## Our top choices for Top of the South beach hotels ![Beach nearby, kayaking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5420000/5417800/5417771/3cffdfdd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Superior Suite | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5420000/5417800/5417771/0a55b8b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Superior Suite | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5420000/5417800/5417771/b370cf82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Family Room | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5420000/5417800/5417771/0db2d957.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Awaroa Lodge [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Awaroa-Bay-Hotels-Awaroa-Lodge.h5417771.Hotel-Information) Awaroa Bay 8.8/10 Excellent (109) "Excellent tranquil location" ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) Brent £304 includes taxes & fees 17 Jan - 18 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Awaroa-Bay-Hotels-Awaroa-Lodge.h5417771.Hotel-Information) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679500/9679491/b196058c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Endeavor Suite | Soundproofing, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679500/9679491/f1099e34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679500/9679491/d9274668.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679500/9679491/0df89807.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Furneaux Lodge [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Endeavour-Inlet-Hotels-Furneaux-Lodge.h9679491.Hotel-Information) Endeavour Inlet 9.2/10 Wonderful (49) "Beautiful location, lovely room, incredible food, excellent service. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Cole £200 includes taxes & fees 21 Jan - 22 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Endeavour-Inlet-Hotels-Furneaux-Lodge.h9679491.Hotel-Information) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4035500/4035455/1f41e3c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4035500/4035455/a06244da.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) ![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 9.0/10 Wonderful (98) "Lots to do there " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Sue £87 includes taxes & fees 26 Dec - 27 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lochmara-Bay-Hotels-Lochmara-Lodge.h4035455.Hotel-Information) ![Studio, 1 King Bed, Garden View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679541/17dc3a9c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Studio, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679541/74ec525a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679541/f5ccde2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679541/2f589dbe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Rocks Chalets [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Takaka-Hotels-The-Rocks-Chalets.h9679541.Hotel-Information) Takaka 9.8/10 Exceptional (99) "Spotless room, very comfortable, well located for our purposes." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Paula £108 includes taxes & fees 6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Takaka-Hotels-The-Rocks-Chalets.h9679541.Hotel-Information) ![Dinner served, vegetarian cuisine, sea views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8460000/8451200/8451166/ca1f7788.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Studio | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8460000/8451200/8451166/5104c7e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8460000/8451200/8451166/daf760f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Triple Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8460000/8451200/8451166/96d93c76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kimi Ora Eco Resort [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kaiteriteri-Hotels-Kimi-Ora-Eco-Resort.h8451166.Hotel-Information) Kaiteriteri 9.6/10 Exceptional (362) "The staff were great and the property is gorgeous!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Jessica £169 includes taxes & fees 19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kaiteriteri-Hotels-Kimi-Ora-Eco-Resort.h8451166.Hotel-Information) ![Executive Studio | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3884700/3884688/c7e1d062.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3884700/3884688/94ea0c5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Executive One Bedroom | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3884700/3884688/362be3a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3884700/3884688/w2031h1364x17y0-4d3cecc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Palazzo Motor Lodge [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-Palazzo-Motor-Lodge.h3884688.Hotel-Information) Nelson City Centre 9.6/10 Exceptional (545) "Great place to stay" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Campbell £77 includes taxes & fees 23 Jan - 24 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-Palazzo-Motor-Lodge.h3884688.Hotel-Information) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7120000/7115500/7115437/f4e09976.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Studio | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, LCD TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7120000/7115500/7115437/749ee1ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7120000/7115500/7115437/1d0137d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7120000/7115500/7115437/a3c44894.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Terraced Chalets [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Riwaka-Hotels-Terraced-Chalets.h7115437.Hotel-Information) Riwaka 9.6/10 Exceptional (147) "Beautiful rooms on a beautiful property. Hosts were two of the nicest people you’ll meet. Easily our favourite stay out of the many so far here in New Zealand. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Matthew £92 includes taxes & fees 16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Riwaka-Hotels-Terraced-Chalets.h7115437.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/922100/922058/914195c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Riverfront Executive Suite | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, Netflix, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/922100/922058/2c8c5682.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Riverfront Executive Suite | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/922100/922058/77cbd702.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/922100/922058/60a54131.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tides Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-Trailways-Hotel-Nelson.h922058.Hotel-Information) The Wood 9.0/10 Wonderful (1002) "Very clean, tidy and up to an excellent standard " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) natalie £77 includes taxes & fees 25 Dec - 26 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-Trailways-Hotel-Nelson.h922058.Hotel-Information) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5130000/5121600/5121560/ab18348d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Hallway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5130000/5121600/5121560/ffc13b1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5130000/5121600/5121560/58eca328.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5130000/5121600/5121560/6ed51d9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-DeLorenzos-Studio-Apartments.h5121560.Hotel-Information) The Wood 9.6/10 Exceptional (1388) "Beautiful room - clean, quiet and modern. Great location." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Belle £81 includes taxes & fees 25 Dec - 26 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-DeLorenzos-Studio-Apartments.h5121560.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5660000/5659400/5659328/3a8a7a9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5660000/5659400/5659328/e14ac671.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Executive Harbour View Studio | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5660000/5659400/5659328/53fece64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Marina View | Living area | 36-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5660000/5659400/5659328/2ccdb01f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Harbourside Lodge [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-Harbourside-Lodge.h5659328.Hotel-Information) Port Nelson 9.4/10 Exceptional (616) "such lovely hosts and a cute and quiet little hotel. We slept with the door open both nights and drove to Milford sound one day. So close to the lake and town. Would definitely recommend" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) hollis £98 includes taxes & fees 25 Dec - 26 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-Harbourside-Lodge.h5659328.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=2026-01-07&endDate=2026-01-08®ionId=3000655866&adults=2&travelerType=beach&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## Top Top of the South Hotel Reviews ![Tides Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/930000/922100/922058/1b4a40de_y.jpg) ### Tides Hotel 10/10 Excellent "Very clean, tidy and up to an excellent standard " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-Trailways-Hotel-Nelson.h922058.Hotel-Information) ![DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5130000/5121600/5121560/6ed51d9f_y.jpg) ### DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments 10/10 Excellent "The staff were lovely, the room was spacious and clean. Will be back" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-DeLorenzos-Studio-Apartments.h5121560.Hotel-Information) ![Harbourside Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5660000/5659400/5659328/0f09af96_y.jpg) ### Harbourside Lodge 10/10 Excellent "such lovely hosts and a cute and quiet little hotel. We slept with the door open both nights and drove to Milford sound one day. So close to the lake and town. Would definitely recommend" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-Harbourside-Lodge.h5659328.Hotel-Information) ![The Hotel Nelson](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3505400/3505320/85ae035d_y.jpg) ### The Hotel Nelson 10/10 Excellent "Perfectly fine hotel, clean and free parking. Good value. Thank you. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-The-Hotel-Nelson.h3505320.Hotel-Information) ![Palazzo Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3884700/3884688/94ea0c5f_y.jpg) ### Palazzo Motor Lodge 10/10 Excellent "Lovely clean large modern unit. Excellent" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-Palazzo-Motor-Lodge.h3884688.Hotel-Information) ![Rutherford Hotel Nelson](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/914300/914219/fce4fa2b_y.jpg) ### Rutherford Hotel Nelson 10/10 Excellent "Room was large, clean and comfortable. Great view and was quiet. Air con worked great, but also could open windows if needed. Lovely pool area for an inner city hotel. Also great location as close to everything " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-Rutherford-Hotel-Nelson.h914219.Hotel-Information) ![Quest Nelson](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10460000/10454000/10453938/cecb0adc_y.jpg) ### Quest Nelson 10/10 Excellent "Convient location clean and tidy" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-Quest-Nelson.h10453938.Hotel-Information) ![Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624400/9624321/e59fb4a7_y.jpg) ### Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel 10/10 Excellent "Yes" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Picton-Hotels-Picton-Accommodation-Gateway-Motel.h9624321.Hotel-Information) ![The Beachcomber Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519240/2644b875_y.jpg) ### The Beachcomber Hotel 10/10 Excellent "Nice tiday , quite and best customer service highly recommend , value for money " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nelson-Hotels-The-Beachcomber-Hotel.h519240.Hotel-Information) ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Accommodation - More ways to book - [Hotels near Kahurangi National Park ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kahurangi-National-Park-Hotels.0-l6112839-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Book Beach Resorts & Hotels in Top of the South on Expedia.co.nz ](https://www.expedia.co.nz/Top-Of-The-South-Hotels-Beach-Hotel.0-0-d3000655866-tBeachHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)