Title: Book the Best BEACH RESORTS in South Island from CA $141 - South Island Hotels on the Beach| Expedia.ca

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## Check availability on South Island Beach Hotel

Tonight

[Jan 8 - Jan 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&adults=2&amenities=BEACH&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true&travelerType=beach)

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This weekend

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## Our top choices for South Island beach hotels

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75770000/75769200/75769176/8281e66c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75770000/75769200/75769176/68cf8165.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Twin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75770000/75769200/75769176/1eddfa61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75770000/75769200/75769176/1cc8759b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Sudima Kaikoura

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Sudima-Kaikoura.h75769176.Hotel-Information)

Kaikoura

9.4/10

Exceptional

(464)

"My second time staying here..Fabulous location and staff..Really great!"

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

Juliet

CA $184

CA $212 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 25 - Jan 26

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Sudima-Kaikoura.h75769176.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3640000/3634300/3634295/93990c3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3640000/3634300/3634295/7f8ed60d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lodge Queen Room (includes Entry to Castle & Gardens)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3640000/3634300/3634295/9bc8dd56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3640000/3634300/3634295/95bdc4ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Larnach Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Dunedin-Hotels-Larnach-Lodge.h3634295.Hotel-Information)

Larnachs Castle

9.4/10

Exceptional

(570)

"Room is very nice. The location is beautiful. Dinner was excellent. "

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

Rongxin Chen

CA $127

CA $148 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 4 - Feb 5

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Dunedin-Hotels-Larnach-Lodge.h3634295.Hotel-Information)

![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)

![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8460000/8451200/8451166/65caa97d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8460000/8451200/8451166/c07e4a56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Spa Suite | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8460000/8451200/8451166/79a514a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Kimi Ora Eco Resort

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaiteriteri-Hotels-Kimi-Ora-Eco-Resort.h8451166.Hotel-Information)

Kaiteriteri

9.6/10

Exceptional

(365)

"The staff were great and the property is gorgeous!"

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

Jessica

CA $230

CA $264 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 8 - Feb 9

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaiteriteri-Hotels-Kimi-Ora-Eco-Resort.h8451166.Hotel-Information)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/982500/982476/8360f953.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Rainforest Room - Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/982500/982476/1e87567b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/982500/982476/c7fe9824.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Rainforest Suite - Terrace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/982500/982476/106908a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Greymouth-Hotels-Punakaiki-Resort.h982476.Hotel-Information)

Punakaiki

8.6/10

Excellent

(771)

"Beautiful location and great views "

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

Komalkirti

CA $157

CA $182 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 12 - Jan 13

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Greymouth-Hotels-Punakaiki-Resort.h982476.Hotel-Information)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679400/9679334/f792fc52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Standard Studio)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679400/9679334/a330042a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679400/9679334/76890162.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Daily continental breakfast (NZD 13 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679400/9679334/68a52540.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Alpine Rose Greymouth Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Greymouth-Hotels-Alpine-Rose-Greymouth-Motel.h9679334.Hotel-Information)

Greymouth

9.6/10

Exceptional

(416)

"Fully equipped kitchen, big rooms, comfy beds, very nice hospitality "

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

James

CA $150

CA $174 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 11 - Jan 12

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Greymouth-Hotels-Alpine-Rose-Greymouth-Motel.h9679334.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30046800/30046767/0d92d897.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30046800/30046767/81ea9590.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30046800/30046767/4a74154c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Queen Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30046800/30046767/f0a1c5f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Mi-pad Queenstown

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Mi-Pad-Smart-Hotel.h30046767.Hotel-Information)

Queenstown City Centre

9.0/10

Wonderful

(871)

"Well located with friendly and helpful staff. An easy stroll to all that Queenstown has to offer, with a great view from the top deck."

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

Ed

CA $241

CA $283 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Mi-Pad-Smart-Hotel.h30046767.Hotel-Information)

![Skiing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/911600/911529/44fc4d2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Private spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/911600/911529/34c4e5d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/911600/911529/97c9e527.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/911600/911529/30573070.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Novotel Queenstown Lakeside

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Novotel-Queenstown-Lakeside.h911529.Hotel-Information)

Queenstown City Centre

8.8/10

Excellent

(1008)

"Spotless and super convenient location "

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

Nik

CA $281

CA $323 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Novotel-Queenstown-Lakeside.h911529.Hotel-Information)

![Ocean View Deluxe Twin Room | Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519239/589890c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519239/696fe8e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519239/fff439b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; beach views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519239/ecafa656.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Beachfront Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Hokitika-Hotels-Beachfront-Hotel.h519239.Hotel-Information)

Hokitika

8.4/10

Very good

(1013)

"Clean room, helpful staff"

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

Katherine

CA $122

CA $141 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 22 - Jan 23

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Hokitika-Hotels-Beachfront-Hotel.h519239.Hotel-Information)

![Hunting](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23240000/23236100/23236034/ae0906ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23240000/23236100/23236034/1bb4223a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23240000/23236100/23236034/55f809ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Studio Sleeps 3](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23240000/23236100/23236034/16f98ce9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Stopforths Premium Accommodation

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Hokitika-Hotels-Stopforths-Premium-Accommodation.h23236034.Hotel-Information)

Hokitika

9.8/10

Exceptional

(319)

"Clean modern room with everything you need and friendly staff. "

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

James

CA $140

CA $162 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 12 - Jan 13

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Hokitika-Hotels-Stopforths-Premium-Accommodation.h23236034.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)

![Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4268300/4268206/66449400.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 Bedroom (Residence) | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4268300/4268206/2f4cc98b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

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

Kawarau Falls

8.6/10

Excellent

(1002)

"Loved the location, staff was accommodating in the hotel, spa, and restaurant. Our suite with living room had a fireplace and dining and lounging deck overlooking the lake. "

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

bonnie

CA $271

CA $312 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 2 - Feb 3

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

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## Find out more about South Island

### South Island and its attractions for beach lovers

For beach lovers venturing to South Island, New Zealand, the stunning region offers a variety of coastal experiences that will delight your senses. Begin your journey at the golden sands of Kaiteriteri Beach, famous for its crystal-clear waters and ideal kayaking conditions; it's a perfect spot for families to explore the nearby Abel Tasman National Park. Next, head to the picturesque town of Akaroa, where you can swim with dolphins in the tranquil harbour, an unforgettable experience that combines adventure with the beauty of nature. For those who enjoy a more rugged coastline, the dramatic landscapes of the Otago Peninsula provide breathtaking views and the chance to encounter unique wildlife, including albatrosses and sea lions. Don't miss the vibrant atmosphere of Sumner Beach, conveniently located near Christchurch, where you can relax on the beach or stroll along the scenic promenade lined with cafes. To enhance your stay, consider hotels in these areas where attentive service meets comfort, allowing you to unwind after a day of exploration. Whether it's a luxurious beachfront resort or a charming boutique hotel, you'll find top hotels that cater to your high expectations and ensure a memorable family getaway.

## Top South Island Hotel Reviews

![Scenic Hotel Dunedin City](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1070000/1063100/1063004/08aaa097_y.jpg)

### Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

10/10 Excellent

"Great Room Fantastic staff Great Help"

[](https://expedia.ca/Dunedin-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Dunedin-City.h1063004.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

"Clean room, friendly and helpful staff fantastic view from the balcony. The whole hotel was clean, well presented and absolutely lovely."

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

"yes"

[](https://expedia.ca/Dunedin-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Southern-Cross.h83611.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

"Nice place with a great community kitchen area and clean bathrooms."

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

![Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7200/7169/ae183ba5_y.jpg)

### Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

10/10 Excellent

"None"

[](https://expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Copthorne-Hotel-Apartments-Queenstown-Lakeview.h7169.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

"Staff. Jack was super friendly and accommodating."

[](https://expedia.ca/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

"This place was better than the reviews we read before booking. Easy and smooth check in by very friendly and professional staff. Convenient allocated car park for an fee underneath the building. The one bedroom apartment was spotless and well stocked with tea, coffee, hot chocolate. Close to the main. CBD and easy drive from the airport. We are regular walkers and enjoyed a few strolls to the CBD…. you can use cross streets to go through the less steeper sides. Lots of parking around the outskirts of town too . Spacious room, lovely kitchen - and awesome view of the lake and mountains. Some low level traffic noise during peak hours if you’re highly susceptible to that because the lounge room faces the main road that connects Queenstown CBD to the airport. We’d definitely stay again and highly recommend."

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

![Blue Peaks Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/120000/119500/119404/8ddaca2f_y.jpg)

### Blue Peaks Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great view. Friendly staff. Very accessible and close to parks, lake, town.."

[](https://expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Blue-Peaks-Lodge.h119404.Hotel-Information)

![Kamana Lakehouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/983600/983589/7ba2222c_y.jpg)

### Kamana Lakehouse

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, excellet staff, good amenities "

[](https://expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Kamana-Lakehouse.h983589.Hotel-Information)

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