Title: Book the Best HISTORIC Hotels in South Island in 2026 | Expedia.ca [South Island Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/South-Island.dx6052692)[Hotels in South Island](https://expedia.ca/South-Island-Hotels.d6052692.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in South Island](https://expedia.ca/South-Island-Vacation-Rentals.d6052692.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to South Island](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-South-Island.d6052692.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in South Island](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-South-Island.d6052692.Travel-Guide-Activities)[South Island Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-South-Island.d6052692.Car-Rental-Guide)[South Island Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/South-Island.d6052692.Destination-Travel-Guides) ![Queenstown which includes a river or creek and boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180018/2948ba2b-7820-4b5e-8e27-7fb5d6789242.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180018/2948ba2b-7820-4b5e-8e27-7fb5d6789242.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check availability on South Island Historic Hotels Tonight [Jan 20 - Jan 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2026-01-20&endDate=2026-01-21&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [Jan 21 - Jan 22](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2026-01-21&endDate=2026-01-22&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [Jan 30 - Feb 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) ## Our top choices for South Island historic hotels ![Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13000/12933/e3e477b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13000/12933/fb6b8cc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Superior Room, 1 King Bed, River View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13000/12933/39b5ff1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13000/12933/07915cc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Copthorne Hotel Greymouth [](https://www.expedia.ca/Greymouth-Hotels-Kingsgate-Hotel-Greymouth.h12933.Hotel-Information) Greymouth 7.6/10 Good (1,002 reviews) "Great room with lots of space, friendly and helpful staff." ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) Robyn CA $138 CA $159 total includes taxes & fees Jan 21 - Jan 22 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Greymouth-Hotels-Kingsgate-Hotel-Greymouth.h12933.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7130000/7120600/7120592/d64ead89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Sir Joseph Banks) | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7130000/7120600/7120592/51d01e2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7130000/7120600/7120592/8145acf4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7130000/7120600/7120592/0b4d1ab4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sennen House [](https://www.expedia.ca/Picton-Hotels-Sennen-House.h7120592.Hotel-Information) Picton 9.8/10 Exceptional (94 reviews) "Absolutely perfectly maintained; great hosts; extremely comfortable, large bedroom!! Wish we could have stayed longer! " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Linda CA $247 CA $285 total includes taxes & fees Feb 8 - Feb 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Picton-Hotels-Sennen-House.h7120592.Hotel-Information) ![Too Suite | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1780000/1775900/1775827/b5139922.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Too Suite | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1780000/1775900/1775827/6a16611a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 9 PM, pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1780000/1775900/1775827/d93a9b19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1780000/1775900/1775827/06724299.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Edit Picton [](https://www.expedia.ca/Picton-Hotels-Edit-Picton.h1775827.Hotel-Information) Picton 7.8/10 Good (1,007 reviews) "Lovely helpful staff and great facilities." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Hannah CA $132 CA $152 total includes taxes & fees Feb 3 - Feb 4 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Picton-Hotels-Edit-Picton.h1775827.Hotel-Information) ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/988800/988708/c8ecaab0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/988800/988708/f72f8bc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/988800/988708/e25f415a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![King Spa Bath Harbour View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/988800/988708/8703f818.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Picton Beachcomber Inn [](https://www.expedia.ca/Picton-Hotels-Picton-Beachcomber-Inn.h988708.Hotel-Information) Picton 9.0/10 Wonderful (1,001 reviews) "Nice property close to the waterfront. The restaurant was quite nice. I would recommend this property when staying in Picton. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Gerald CA $172 CA $199 total includes taxes & fees Jan 21 - Jan 22 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Picton-Hotels-Picton-Beachcomber-Inn.h988708.Hotel-Information) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624700/9624603/6a0bd334.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Studio Unit - Twin) | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624700/9624603/22e2fcac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624700/9624603/43f9dbaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Studio Unit - Double) | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624700/9624603/507a749e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nautilus Lodge [](https://www.expedia.ca/Motueka-Hotels-Nautilus-Lodge.h9624603.Hotel-Information) Motueka 9.4/10 Exceptional (179 reviews) "Comfy and close to all amenities." ![New Zealand](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/nz.svg) Rebecca CA $183 CA $210 total includes taxes & fees Jan 25 - Jan 26 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Motueka-Hotels-Nautilus-Lodge.h9624603.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626300/9626275/61139200.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626300/9626275/abda60a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Waterfront Studio) | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626300/9626275/0fc96eca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626300/9626275/289a8869.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Akaroa Waterfront Motels [](https://www.expedia.ca/Akaroa-Hotels-Akaroa-Waterfront-Motels.h9626275.Hotel-Information) Akaroa 9.2/10 Wonderful (542 reviews) "Nice two bedrooms very clean and great waterfront setting. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Barbara CA $152 CA $175 total includes taxes & fees Jan 21 - Jan 22 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Akaroa-Hotels-Akaroa-Waterfront-Motels.h9626275.Hotel-Information) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629300/9629209/46eb7104.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629300/9629209/4f89292a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Upstairs Studio Unit with Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629300/9629209/15f51d45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629300/9629209/f23a6bdd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Geraldine Motels [](https://www.expedia.ca/Geraldine-Hotels-Geraldine-Motels.h9629209.Hotel-Information) Geraldine 8.8/10 Excellent (343 reviews) "A great choice for a one night stay. No complaints from us." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Graeme CA $133 CA $153 total includes taxes & fees Jan 29 - Jan 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Geraldine-Hotels-Geraldine-Motels.h9629209.Hotel-Information) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4490000/4487900/4487832/1ea05443.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4490000/4487900/4487832/b6c7b6dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Sea Room | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4490000/4487900/4487832/db1e20ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4490000/4487900/4487832/e54e5530.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Escape To Picton [](https://www.expedia.ca/Picton-Hotels-Escape-To-Picton.h4487832.Hotel-Information) Picton 9.2/10 Wonderful (82 reviews) "Super cute rooms, great staff and very clean. Central to everything you in Picton! Highly recommend!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Andrew CA $245 CA $283 total includes taxes & fees Jan 21 - Jan 22 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Picton-Hotels-Escape-To-Picton.h4487832.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37916800/37916799/w906h683x59y0-91aac81d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37916800/37916799/w905h683x60y0-880f4bf5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37916800/37916799/616c030b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37916800/37916799/1bb6f5ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Historic School in rural Oamaru with farm animals and outdoor baths [](https://www.expedia.ca/Fuchsia-Creek-Hotels-Historic-Cottage-In-Rural-Oamaru-With-Farm-Animals-And-Outdoor-Baths.h37916799.Hotel-Information) Oamaru 10/10 Exceptional (23 reviews) "This place is amazing we loved our stay and didn’t want to leave" ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) Anonymous traveller CA $208 CA $208 total includes taxes & fees Jan 28 - Jan 29 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Fuchsia-Creek-Hotels-Historic-Cottage-In-Rural-Oamaru-With-Farm-Animals-And-Outdoor-Baths.h37916799.Hotel-Information) ![Sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33720000/33710500/33710488/c7a802a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33720000/33710500/33710488/270-bd6a4b46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33720000/33710500/33710488/98298289.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33720000/33710500/33710488/4d29f73b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gorgeous Character Bach [](https://www.expedia.ca/Punakaiki-Hotels-Gorgeous-Character-Bach.h33710488.Hotel-Information) Punakaiki 9.8/10 Exceptional (109 reviews) "Awesome location, and had everything we needed." ![New Zealand](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/nz.svg) Dean R. [](https://www.expedia.ca/Punakaiki-Hotels-Gorgeous-Character-Bach.h33710488.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.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04®ionId=6052692&adults=2&specialized_stays_group_explore=historic_property&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## Top South Island Hotel Reviews ![Kamana Lakehouse](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/983600/983589/7ba2222c_y.jpg) ### Kamana Lakehouse 10/10 Excellent "This property was amazing with great views. A soak experience comes with your stay but book it early. Parking is on site. It is located on a hill so walking back from town may be challenging for some. Many local tour companies pick-up at this location. The on-site restaurant "Nest" also has an amazing lake view and good menu although we did not eat there as we had other plans. The lounge is cozy with friendly staff and a great food menu as well. We would return here again." [](https://expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Kamana-Lakehouse.h983589.Hotel-Information) ![Blue Peaks Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/120000/119500/119404/8ddaca2f_y.jpg) ### Blue Peaks Lodge 10/10 Excellent "The hotel is in a great location and well priced. The only negative we found was the room was very hot and there was no air conditioning." [](https://expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Blue-Peaks-Lodge.h119404.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 "Friendly staff, clean rooms, sport on the tves." [](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-BreakFree-On-Cashel.h10153686.Hotel-Information) ![Scenic Hotel Dunedin City](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1070000/1063100/1063004/08aaa097_y.jpg) ### Scenic Hotel Dunedin City 10/10 Excellent "Clean large room. Nice breakfast " [](https://expedia.ca/Dunedin-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Dunedin-City.h1063004.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 "Breakfast was wonderful and the stuff are amazing, rooms was awesome, parking was great " [](https://expedia.ca/Dunedin-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Southern-Cross.h83611.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 "Great place to stay and to relax. Lake view from the room in exceptional" [](https://expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Heritage-Queenstown.h69589.Hotel-Information) ![Sudima Christchurch Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889400/889383/973a3fae_y.jpg) ### Sudima Christchurch Airport 10/10 Excellent "Clean room . " [](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Sudima-Christchurch-Airport.h889383.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 "Rooms bed was very comfortable staff were helpful and accommodating. " [](https://expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Copthorne-Hotel-Apartments-Queenstown-Lakeview.h7169.Hotel-Information) ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - More ways to book - [Book Historic Hotels in South Island on Expedia.co.nz ](https://www.expedia.co.nz/South-Island-Hotels-Historic-Hotel.0-0-d6052692-tHistoricHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)