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## Check availability on South Island Cheap Hotels

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## Our top choices for South Island cheap hotels

![Sundeck](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519239/67bbc2dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Ocean View Penthouse Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519239/06c2e034.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/f5df715b.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)

### Beachfront Hotel

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

Hokitika

8.6/10

Excellent

(1,001 reviews)

"Best hotel option in Hokitika "

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

Amani

CA $120

CA $138 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 30 - May 1

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

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111110000/111105700/111105698/c32d4e9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111110000/111105700/111105698/6c9a20ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111110000/111105700/111105698/639e312d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111110000/111105700/111105698/f2e28c37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Boathouse Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Picton-Hotels-The-Boathouse-Lodge.h111105698.Hotel-Information)

Picton

8.6/10

Excellent

(183 reviews)

"Clean room, great location!"

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

Manoj

CA $57

CA $66 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 13 - Apr 14

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Picton-Hotels-The-Boathouse-Lodge.h111105698.Hotel-Information)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889400/889383/6225193e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Twin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889400/889383/a2feaaa5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889400/889383/b182ed28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889400/889383/53ad72f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Sudima Christchurch Airport

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Sudima-Christchurch-Airport.h889383.Hotel-Information)

Christchurch Airport

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1,102 reviews)

"Large clean rooms, friendly staff and great location for local restaurants and airport"

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

Andrew

CA $140

CA $161 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 10 - Apr 11

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Sudima-Christchurch-Airport.h889383.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120880000/120875200/120875154/713e3b36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Double Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, Ground Floor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120880000/120875200/120875154/d64c9619.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120880000/120875200/120875154/ffa20a19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120880000/120875200/120875154/fd812a06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Brookside Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Rolleston-Hotels-Brookside-Motel-Ltd.h120875154.Hotel-Information)

Rolleston

9.8/10

Exceptional

(33 reviews)

" great spot great clean rooms great staff"

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

Brian

CA $114

CA $133 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 6 - Apr 7

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Rolleston-Hotels-Brookside-Motel-Ltd.h120875154.Hotel-Information)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18260000/18258200/18258191/6767d76a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Business centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18260000/18258200/18258191/a5a4f0d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18260000/18258200/18258191/29dad47b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium Studio Suite, 1 King Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18260000/18258200/18258191/513ce69b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Novotel Christchurch Airport

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Novotel-Christchurch-Airport.h18258191.Hotel-Information)

Christchurch Airport

9.6/10

Exceptional

(1,052 reviews)

"Friendly staff, clean room, great location by the airport"

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

Brynnie

CA $197

CA $227 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 12 - Apr 13

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Novotel-Christchurch-Airport.h18258191.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)

![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)

![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30046800/30046767/2b4969f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30046800/30046767/65e846cd.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

(958 reviews)

"Very clean and echo friendly hotel. "

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

David

CA $203

CA $239 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 1 - Apr 2

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

![Beach nearby, black sand](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/982500/982476/c13ab294.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Ocean View Suite - Balcony | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/982500/982476/45079d5a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/982500/982476/3effa890.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/982500/982476/8360f953.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

(806 reviews)

"Great location and room."

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

Abbas S

CA $164

CA $190 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 6 - Apr 7

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

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69690000/69681000/69680960/11e333bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69690000/69681000/69680960/fbb9b016.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69690000/69681000/69680960/191887f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69690000/69681000/69680960/e94980e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Queenstown-Remarkables-Park.h69680960.Hotel-Information)

Frankton

9.2/10

Wonderful

(669 reviews)

"Clean room, friendly staff, great location"

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

Ian

CA $171

CA $197 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 8 - Apr 9

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Queenstown-Remarkables-Park.h69680960.Hotel-Information)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119520000/119516300/119516212/5e727648.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119520000/119516300/119516212/4208a6c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119520000/119516300/119516212/a201b121.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119520000/119516300/119516212/w3024h4030x0y0-beee0b2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Criterion Boutique Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Criterion-Boutique-Hotel.h119516212.Hotel-Information)

South Hill

7.0/10

Good

(39 reviews)

"Lovely old hotel with great location "

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

Chris

CA $72

CA $84 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 1 - Apr 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Criterion-Boutique-Hotel.h119516212.Hotel-Information)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593100/2593061/8f917a5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, dinner served; local cuisine, pool views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593100/2593061/ccf40100.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, dinner served; local cuisine, pool views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593100/2593061/a7d8d919.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2593100/2593061/a0bb970c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Blenheim-Hotels-Chateau-Marlborough.h2593061.Hotel-Information)

Blenheim CBD

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1,003 reviews)

"Very pleasant stay"

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

William

CA $124

CA $144 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 6 - Apr 7

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Blenheim-Hotels-Chateau-Marlborough.h2593061.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

![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

6/10 Okay

"We stayed in a Studio cabin. Was nice enough but extremely tired and everything in it old and dated. Kitchen ammenities very sparse. Was ok for a few nights but the accommodation could well do with being updated. Positive note - the grounds were lovely. Gardens and lawns etc well taken care of. "

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

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

### Kamana Lakehouse

8/10 Good

"Lovely property and room but I didn’t feel it was worth what I paid. The room was also quite small."

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

![BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10160000/10153700/10153686/cfde9cc5_y.jpg)

### BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

8/10 Good

"It's a place that had a hip vibe in the lobby and a fantastic deal for the all you can eat breakfast (pay extra). The location is great in downtown and very near to the bus station. We got a room with a view/window, and had to laugh since the window was about 3ft x 4ft. We ended up keeping the blinds down since other rooms were adjacent to our windows, and we could wave at our neighbors and see more details than we wanted. The bed was comfortable and the temperature was comfortable as well. Large TV. The place you hang your coat at is immediately above the coffee station. After I hung my coat, I looked at it and realized that it wasn't great since it now covered the kettle, cups, etc. Be careful when you remove your coat, as it might snag the cups. The table it's self was tired and worn. It had moisture bubbles and chips on the edges that were painted over. The walls were thin. I could hear the showers and toilets of our neighbor. The bathroom was tight for my 6ft husband (wide shoulders) to be on the toilet. But for me, at 5ft, I was fine. The shower space was comfortable. As long as we kept the bathroom door open (which slides along an arch), the bathroom was fine. The staff was super friendly with ready smiles. The all you can eat breakfast was an awesome deal. Pastries, fruit, grain cereal, pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, baked beans, mushrooms, hashbrowns, tomatoes, yogurt, milk, juice, coffee, tea, breads, and spreads. In all, I'd return. "

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

![Hotel Give](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3250000/3246100/3246072/d082454f_y.jpg)

### Hotel Give

6/10 Okay

"Hostel type accommodation. Shared toilet. Noisy. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Hotel-Give.h3246072.Hotel-Information)

![Peppers Bluewater Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2840000/2838200/2838173/8a9e4c3f_y.jpg)

### Peppers Bluewater Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Great kitchen, nice firm bed. Close to everything."

[](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Peppers-Bluewater-Resort.h2838173.Hotel-Information)

![Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/d0069663_y.jpg)

### Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful stay and a beautiful views!"

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

![Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7200/7169/38830b55_y.jpg)

### Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

8/10 Good

"No air conditioning, room was very warm and street noise loud so leaving the window open at night was problematic. We didn’t see that there was a fan in one of the closets until we were leaving which would have been helpful. "

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

![LyLo Christchurch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15620000/15616500/15616452/394366d1_y.jpg)

### LyLo Christchurch

8/10 Good

"Airport shuttle would have been useful"

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

![Haka House Lake Tekapo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4930000/4922100/4922068/77ffd581_y.jpg)

### Haka House Lake Tekapo

4/10 Poor

"Beautiful view from kitchen but everything else was awful. Never been so hot in a dorm. Why air conditioning in the whole hostel but not the rooms? No towel included. And one of the 2 fridges was out so groceries stuffed in one fridge. Super expensive."

[](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-YHA-Lake-Tekapo.h4922068.Hotel-Information)

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