Title: Book the Best South Island Hotels with Early Check-in in 2025 | 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) ![Kawarau Suspension Bridge featuring a bridge, bungee jumping and a sporting event](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/36000/36128-Kawarau-Suspension-Bridge.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Find Hotels with Early Check-in in South Island ![](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 Hotels with Early Check-in Tonight [Oct 24 - Oct 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-25&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [Oct 25 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [Oct 31 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) ## Top South Island Hotels with Early Check-in ![1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889400/889383/973a3fae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889400/889383/6225193e.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) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889400/889383/fbe22148.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sudima Christchurch Airport Christchurch Airport 9.2/10 Wonderful (1051) "Clean rooms, quiet hallways, airport shuttle was punctual" ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Karen CA $174 CA $200 total includes taxes & fees Oct 26 - Oct 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Sudima-Christchurch-Airport.h889383.Hotel-Information) ![Superior Queen Studio | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679525/2b9498f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679525/75bc454c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![32-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679525/c9f19b44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679525/80737096.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Kaka Point Motels Kaka Point 9.2/10 Wonderful (256) "Very nice place to stay" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Tony CA $115 CA $132 total includes taxes & fees Oct 24 - Oct 25 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaka-Point-Hotels-The-Kaka-Point-Motels.h9679525.Hotel-Information) ![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) ![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/911600/911529/851ed050.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/911600/911529/a9fafb90.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) ### Novotel Queenstown Lakeside Queenstown City Centre 8.8/10 Excellent (1016) "The Novotel had a nice charm to it. The location was perfect and all the staff we came across were very friendly and helpful. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Martin CA $237 CA $272 total includes taxes & fees Nov 18 - Nov 19 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Novotel-Queenstown-Lakeside.h911529.Hotel-Information) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7740000/7737400/7737382/e019d331.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7740000/7737400/7737382/340aea32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7740000/7737400/7737382/8da894cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Apartment, 1 Queen Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7740000/7737400/7737382/a3e0e381.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### SiloStay Little River 9.8/10 Exceptional (240) "Very easy to check in, and our room felt very private and quiet. Very unique place to stay!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Rachel CA $177 CA $206 total includes taxes & fees Nov 16 - Nov 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Little-River-Hotels-SiloStay.h7737382.Hotel-Information) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2592600/2592503/1d46e06b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Building design](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2592600/2592503/6d7e12da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2592600/2592503/b5d99528.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2592600/2592503/1b002b0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Arrowtown House Boutique Accommodation Arrowtown 10/10 Exceptional (138) "Such a lovely stay. Well located property. Friendly host and delicious breakfast and afternoon snack options. Nice big bath for a long soak. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Emily CA $251 CA $292 total includes taxes & fees Nov 17 - Nov 18 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Arrowtown-House-Boutique-Accommodation.h2592503.Hotel-Information) ![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15200000/15194600/15194503/c5dc3a49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![55-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15200000/15194600/15194503/5c210e57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15200000/15194600/15194503/134cdd47.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15200000/15194600/15194503/c37b704d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### West Meadows Motel Wanaka 9.8/10 Exceptional (449) "Great place to stay" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Rex CA $230 CA $268 total includes taxes & fees Nov 23 - Nov 24 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Wanaka-Hotels-West-Meadows-Motel.h15194503.Hotel-Information) ![Double Room (Room 3)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31720000/31719500/31719473/f11dc9d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Courtyard view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31720000/31719500/31719473/28d0bd88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31720000/31719500/31719473/583d239e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Triple Room (Room 2)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31720000/31719500/31719473/b93eb12d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Te Mahuru Retreat Kaikoura Flat 9.6/10 Exceptional (149) "This is an outstanding B&B. It is truly a garden spot, an excellent place to relax and refresh, " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Thomas CA $115 CA $134 total includes taxes & fees Oct 27 - Oct 28 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Te-Mahuru-Retreat.h31719473.Hotel-Information) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6940000/6936000/6935946/aee7b487.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![1 bedroom, premium bedding, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6940000/6936000/6935946/c49e42d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6940000/6936000/6935946/cff7939d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6940000/6936000/6935946/e0798e53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Franz Josef Oasis Franz Josef Glacier 9.2/10 Wonderful (635) "Double check the tv remote is working for all rooms before guests arrive , but no problem! We turned it on at the tv instead. Wasn’t a big deal but will help with convenience for future guests :)" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Desiree CA $119 CA $139 total includes taxes & fees Oct 26 - Oct 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-Franz-Josef-Oasis.h6935946.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) ![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) ![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30046800/30046767/02f73ff5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mi-pad Queenstown Queenstown City Centre 9.0/10 Wonderful (827) "Lovely place." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Nathan CA $196 CA $231 total includes taxes & fees Oct 26 - Oct 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Mi-Pad-Smart-Hotel.h30046767.Hotel-Information) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953000/6952941/206c81d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953000/6952941/a30a10ba_edited_74df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fiordland Carriage](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953000/6952941/58edce62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fiordland Carriage](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953000/6952941/7a46afd3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Te Anau Lodge Te Anau 9.6/10 Exceptional (254) "Quiet very comfortable great staff couldn’t recommend more highly " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Wayne CA $238 CA $275 total includes taxes & fees Oct 24 - Oct 25 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Te-Anau-Hotels-Te-Anau-Lodge.h6952941.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. 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