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Top of the South Ski Holidays

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    Picton Harbour

    Rating: 9.2/10 (1,010 reviews)

    Visit a floating maritime museum, board a chartered fishing boat and relax beneath the tall palms that line one of New Zealand’s most important harbours.

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    Cloudy Bay Vineyards

    Rating: 9.0/10 (179 reviews)

    You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Cloudy Bay Vineyards during your travels to Rapaura. While you're here, you can savour the wineries.

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    Tahunanui Beach Reserve

    Rating: 9.2/10 (709 reviews)

    Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Tahunanui Beach Reserve during your travels in Nelson? Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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    Top Ski Top of the South Hotels

    Chelsea Park Motor Lodge Nelson

    A balcony with a table set for breakfast, including croissants, a bottle, and a tray with a drink.
    • Address: 214 Rutherford St, Nelson, 7010, NZ
    • Location: 1.5 mi from Top of the South
    • Star rating: 3.5/5
    • Guest rating: 9.6/10 (Exceptional, 465 reviews)
    • Price: £91, includes taxes & fees, 29 Nov - 30 Nov, for Top Ski Top of the South Hotels
    • Review: We can highly recommend this motel. The Location is good, our room was really nice with an outdoor sitting area and great amenities, The host is a wealth of knowledge and is more than eager to share it.

    Greens Motel

    A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden dining table, and a large window offering a view of greenery.
    • Address: 36 Golf Haven Way, Tahunanui, Nelson, 7011, NZ
    • Location: 3.3 mi from Top of the South
    • Star rating: 3.5/5
    • Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 243 reviews)
    • Price: £74, includes taxes & fees, 26 Nov - 27 Nov, for Top Ski Top of the South Hotels
    • Review: very good and comfortable

    Ah House Nelson City B&B

    A cozy cottage with a wooden exterior, a patio with outdoor seating, and a garden area with potted plants and a small table.
    • Address: 23 Examiner Street, Nelson, 7010, NZ
    • Location: 1.5 mi from Top of the South
    • Star rating: 4/5
    • Guest rating: 10/10 (Exceptional, 46 reviews)
    • Price: £129, includes taxes & fees, 27 Nov - 28 Nov, for Top Ski Top of the South Hotels
    • Review: This is a lovely bed and breakfast, and the two owners (Mark and John) are amazing hosts, that do everything to ensure you have a great experience. Highly recommended!

    Broadway Motel

    A hotel with a covered outdoor seating area, multiple balconies, and a parking lot.
    • Address: 113 High Street, Picton, 7220, NZ
    • Location: 36.8 mi from Top of the South
    • Star rating: 4.5/5
    • Guest rating: 9.4/10 (Exceptional, 720 reviews)
    • Price: £79, includes taxes & fees, 14 Nov - 15 Nov, for Top Ski Top of the South Hotels
    • Review: I liked the easy check in

    TAKAKA GOLDEN BAY HOBBIT AND LORD OF THE RINGS.

    A single-story house with a green roof, a covered porch with chairs, and a view of mountains in the background.
    • Address: Takaka, GOLDEN BAY, NZ
    • Location: 31.1 mi from Top of the South
    • Guest rating: 9.4/10 (Exceptional, 35 reviews)
    • Price: £109, includes taxes & fees, 13 Nov - 14 Nov, for Top Ski Top of the South Hotels
    • Review: Great hosts!

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    Planning your Top of the South ski holiday

    How can I book the best ski holiday to Top of the South in 2026/2027?

    Search through alpine adventures on Expedia to plan your perfect snowy ski holiday in Top of the South. Just choose your dates and see what’s available. You might prefer a hotel with a heated outdoor pool, or a private chalet for après ski parties; either way, use the property filters to your ideal match. If ski-in-ski-out is important, use the map view to find those idyllic slopeside properties.

    How can I find cheap Top of the South ski holidays?

    Boot hire, lift passes, lessons: ski holidays can get pricey, quickly. To make your ski trip more affordable, book Top of the South accommodation a little further from the lifts and go self-catering to cut back on eating out. Sort your search results by price to find options from . Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

    Can I book last-minute ski holidays to Top of the South?

    Use our handy last-minute deals page to look for ski holidays to Top of the South at a steal. If your dates are fixed, simply input the details and see what specials are available.

    What should I consider when booking family ski holidays in Top of the South?

    Top of the South is well set up for kids. For the teeniest ski-woks, day care in the snow is a blast. As they get older, they love whizzing around on the hill in ski school. Choose a hotel near the lifts and nursery slopes to save a whole lot of ski-carrying hassle in the mornings. With all that extra time and energy, you can take your sweet time to find a family-favourite bolthole on the mountain for hot chocolate with marshmallows ski breaks.

    Can I book all-inclusive ski holidays to Top of the South?

    All-inclusive ski holidays are fairly rare, but you can use our filter to see if there are any available in Top of the South. If not, consider booking your flights and accommodation together to save money that way instead.

    When's the best time of year to plan a ski trip to Top of the South?

    Ski season in Top of the South generally starts around December and slopes off around April. Keep an eye on the snow forecasts though, as you can often find some brilliant deals at the start or end of the season, when it’s also much quieter.

    How can I find the best deals on Top of the South ski holiday packages?

    If you can be flexible with your ski holiday dates, avoid school holidays and instead buckle up your boots at the start or end of season. Sort your search results by price and look out for self-catered accommodation to save on notoriously expensive ski-resort drinking and dining.

    Can I book a Top of the South ski trip with free cancellation and/or flexible dates?

    If you’re not 100% sure on plans or just want peace of mind, choose a ski holiday with free cancellation. You can use our free cancellation filter to find properties in Top of the South that offer it.

    Why should I book a ski holiday package in Top of the South with Expedia?

    Schuss your way to the slopes with Expedia’s smooth booking process. From flights to hotels and even car hire, you’ll find everything you need to plan the ultimate winter wonderland ski holiday.

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