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## Check availability on South Island Cheap Hotels

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## Our top choices for South Island cheap hotels

![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7090000/7088200/7088168/8de97a97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7090000/7088200/7088168/7f0f71b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Tree Hut](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7090000/7088200/7088168/5a619a89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7090000/7088200/7088168/9c380b6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Rainforest Retreat

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-Rainforest-Retreat.h7088168.Hotel-Information)

Franz Josef Glacier

8.8/10

Excellent

(957 reviews)

"Very nice stay highly recommended "

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

Rupert

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-Rainforest-Retreat.h7088168.Hotel-Information)

![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3830000/3823000/3822947/df6ccb1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium Economy 3 Bedroom | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3830000/3823000/3822947/fe04abc1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium Economy 2 Bedroom | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3830000/3823000/3822947/758a573d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3830000/3823000/3822947/1e6368f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Airport-Gateway-Motor-Lodge.h3822947.Hotel-Information)

Burnside

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1,005 reviews)

"Clean and quiet Happy to stay again "

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

Andy

CA $139

CA $161 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 5 - Mar 6

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Airport-Gateway-Motor-Lodge.h3822947.Hotel-Information)

![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2450000/2440300/2440221/8e55b8a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2450000/2440300/2440221/2de0e221.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2450000/2440300/2440221/e0482154.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![32-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, iPod dock](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2450000/2440300/2440221/116cadf9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Fable Christchurch

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Rendezvous-Hotel-Christchurch.h2440221.Hotel-Information)

Christchurch City Centre

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1,004 reviews)

"Location near many restaurant choices"

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

Gail

CA $222

CA $256 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 5 - Feb 6

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Rendezvous-Hotel-Christchurch.h2440221.Hotel-Information)

![Indoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4033900/4033806/9a2de826.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4033900/4033806/812e3705.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4033900/4033806/c876bdcc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4033900/4033806/9e752ec8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Monarch Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Invercargill-Hotels-Monarch-Motel.h4033806.Hotel-Information)

Hawthorndale

9.0/10

Wonderful

(464 reviews)

"Great staff and the room was very comfortable "

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

Daniel

CA $112

CA $130 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 13 - Feb 14

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Invercargill-Hotels-Monarch-Motel.h4033806.Hotel-Information)

![Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2760000/2755400/2755380/78e9fb96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2760000/2755400/2755380/c7d2d528.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast and dinner served, alfresco dining ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2760000/2755400/2755380/e736b362.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast and dinner served, alfresco dining ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2760000/2755400/2755380/fc042417.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Pavilions Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Pavilions-Hotel.h2755380.Hotel-Information)

Merivale

8.8/10

Excellent

(1,003 reviews)

"Clean tidy rooms staff very friendly. Great place to stay "

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

Mark

CA $168

CA $194 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 5 - Feb 6

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Pavilions-Hotel.h2755380.Hotel-Information)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58090000/58087900/58087828/190ad812.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Twin Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58090000/58087900/58087828/10694b61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58090000/58087900/58087828/aef384b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/59000000/58090000/58087900/58087828/6d233e4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Carnmore Hotel Christchurch

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Cosa-Hotel.h58087828.Hotel-Information)

Christchurch City Centre

9.2/10

Wonderful

(820 reviews)

"Lovely clean room, staff great and a lovely breakfast that wasn't lukewarm"

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

Leah

CA $211

CA $242 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 3 - Mar 4

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Cosa-Hotel.h58087828.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15290000/15285700/15285630/8380db29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15290000/15285700/15285630/da09c125.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Building design](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15290000/15285700/15285630/00818a0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15290000/15285700/15285630/72b3d620.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Fino Hotel and Suites

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Fino-Hotel-And-Suites.h15285630.Hotel-Information)

Christchurch City Centre

8.8/10

Excellent

(867 reviews)

"Very big apartment and beds are comfortable. Parking a little bit tight. "

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

Katrina

CA $229

CA $263 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 8 - Feb 9

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Fino-Hotel-And-Suites.h15285630.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2595800/2595757/c116adaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2595800/2595757/79201613.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2595800/2595757/940f6a69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Room, 1 Bedroom | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2595800/2595757/81a4f4d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Cable Court Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Dunedin-Hotels-Cable-Court-Motel.h2595757.Hotel-Information)

North Dunedin

8.8/10

Excellent

(850 reviews)

"Very friendly and very clean. Great location."

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

Wendy

CA $125

CA $144 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 22 - Feb 23

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Dunedin-Hotels-Cable-Court-Motel.h2595757.Hotel-Information)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68570000/68566600/68566572/20ff93b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Studio, 1 King Bed, City View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68570000/68566600/68566572/a11f8dab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68570000/68566600/68566572/fd9a6d2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68570000/68566600/68566572/3728af24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Christchurch City Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Christchurch-City-Hotel.h68566572.Hotel-Information)

Christchurch City Centre

9.4/10

Exceptional

(588 reviews)

"Best location, clean room and friendly staff "

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

Behrang

CA $190

CA $219 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 8 - Feb 9

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Christchurch-City-Hotel.h68566572.Hotel-Information)

![In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/d0069663.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/d6a22d98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/5b87cf9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Rooftop terrace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/18932fc0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Heritage-Queenstown.h69589.Hotel-Information)

Queenstown

8.8/10

Excellent

(1,010 reviews)

"Great location amazing staff very clean"

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

luisa

CA $261

CA $301 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 1 - Mar 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Heritage-Queenstown.h69589.Hotel-Information)

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## Find out more about South Island

### Discover cheap things to do in South Island

South Island, New Zealand, is a paradise of budget-friendly adventures for discerning travellers. Start your journey in the stunning Abel Tasman National Park, where you can explore golden beaches and lush forests on well-maintained walking tracks, often for free. The nearby town of Motueka offers plenty of affordable eateries where you can indulge in fresh local produce, perfect for a picnic in the park. Next, visit the vibrant city of Christchurch, which boasts an array of public art and beautifully landscaped gardens; stroll through the Botanic Gardens at no cost, and enjoy the sense of community in the revitalised city centre. For thrill-seekers, Queenstown is a must-visit, where you can experience the breathtaking Skyline Gondola for a modest fee and enjoy panoramic views of the Remarkables mountain range. Alternatively, take advantage of the many hiking trails around Lake Wanaka, which are free and showcase the region's stunning natural beauty. For budget-conscious accommodation, consider staying in the quaint town of Greymouth, where you can find comfortable and affordable hotels that serve as a great base for exploring nearby attractions like Pancake Rocks at Punakaiki. The welcoming atmosphere, along with the chance to discover the rugged West Coast, makes it an enjoyable experience for families and adventurers alike.

## 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

"Great rooms"

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

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

### Sudima Christchurch Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were helpful especially when they saw I was on crutches. They adjusted things without me asking to help accommodate me. I'm extremely appreciative and cannot recommend them enough "

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

"Good sized room & bathroom. Comfortable beds. Staff very efficient and friendly Good location and easy 15 min walk to town or there was a bus which stopped right outside the hotel. We didn’t use the pool or spa or restaurant so can’t really comment but it looked good. "

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

"Well located and comfortable clean room"

[](https://expedia.ca/Te-Anau-Hotels-Te-Anau-Lakeview-Kiwi-Holiday-Park-Motels.h4192650.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 helpful staff. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-BreakFree-On-Cashel.h10153686.Hotel-Information)

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

### Kamana Lakehouse

10/10 Excellent

"The restaurant was amazing. Staff were very friendly. Clean rooms and spacious. "

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

![LyLo Christchurch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15620000/15616500/15616452/e5109f58_y.jpg)

### LyLo Christchurch

10/10 Excellent

"Always a pleasant stay. Staff are very helpful. Kept clean and tidy. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Jucy-Snooze-Christchurch.h15616452.Hotel-Information)

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