Title: Book the Best OCEANFRONT Hotels in South Island from CA $135 - South Island Hotels with an Ocean View | Expedia.ca

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## Check availability on South Island Oceanfront Hotels

Tonight

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## Our top choices for South Island hotels with an ocean view

![Spa Beachfront Chalet | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3430000/3429800/3429768/5861e9a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Spa Beachfront Chalet | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3430000/3429800/3429768/79694db7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![King Beachfront Chalet | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3430000/3429800/3429768/ad8a272a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![One Bedroom Apartment | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3430000/3429800/3429768/8e2ba000.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Shining Star Beachfront Accommodation

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Hokitika-Hotels-Shining-Star-Beachfront-Accommodation.h3429768.Hotel-Information)

Hokitika

9.0/10

Wonderful

(863)

"This was the most beautiful place to stay! "

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

Nicole

CA $147

CA $169 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 16 - Jan 17

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Hokitika-Hotels-Shining-Star-Beachfront-Accommodation.h3429768.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)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/982500/982476/3effa890.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

(765)

"Great amenities and restaurant"

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

Joao

CA $152

CA $177 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 12 - Jan 13

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

![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)

![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)

### Kimi Ora Eco Resort

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

Kaiteriteri

9.6/10

Exceptional

(364)

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

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

Jessica

CA $253

CA $291 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 30 - Jan 31

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

![Free daily continental breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13180000/13173100/13173013/907c03c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13180000/13173100/13173013/1963d9b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13180000/13173100/13173013/ff37eb60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13180000/13173100/13173013/295a0ae2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Lands End Boutique Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Bluff-Hotels-Lands-End-Boutique-Hotel.h13173013.Hotel-Information)

Bluff

8.8/10

Excellent

(201)

"Loved it!"

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

michelle

CA $203

CA $234 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 6 - Jan 7

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Bluff-Hotels-Lands-End-Boutique-Hotel.h13173013.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20610000/20608400/20608311/5f2f922b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20610000/20608400/20608311/38efbac0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20610000/20608400/20608311/b4695d63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Twin Room, Ocean View (Endeavour Cabin)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20610000/20608400/20608311/4b1053e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Fiordland Discovery

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Milford-Sound-Hotels-Fiordland-Discovery.h20608311.Hotel-Information)

Milford Sound

9.8/10

Exceptional

(46)

"Very comfortable experience. Nice small group and a great commentary throughout the trip. Food was excellent as well. "

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

Elizabeth

CA $1,767

CA $2,032 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 13 - Jan 14

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Milford-Sound-Hotels-Fiordland-Discovery.h20608311.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)

![Family Suite Unit 4 | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679525/e1df1adf.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)

![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)

### The Kaka Point Motels

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaka-Point-Hotels-The-Kaka-Point-Motels.h9679525.Hotel-Information)

Kaka Point

9.2/10

Wonderful

(267)

"Everything was amazing! The people, the views, the marshmallow comfy bed! "

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

Heather

CA $116

CA $135 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaka-Point-Hotels-The-Kaka-Point-Motels.h9679525.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4035500/4035455/a06244da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Weka Chalet | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4035500/4035455/cc22862d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4035500/4035455/c277a0d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4035500/4035455/1f41e3c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Lochmara Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Lochmara-Bay-Hotels-Lochmara-Lodge.h4035455.Hotel-Information)

Lochmara Bay

9.0/10

Wonderful

(98)

"Lots to do there "

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

Sue

CA $142

CA $165 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Lochmara-Bay-Hotels-Lochmara-Lodge.h4035455.Hotel-Information)

![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6560000/6555500/6555414/8932ddaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6560000/6555500/6555414/94200a83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Panoramic Studio, Sea View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6560000/6555500/6555414/4d5954e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6560000/6555500/6555414/70c8a2ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Harbour View Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Picton-Hotels-Harbour-View-Motel.h6555414.Hotel-Information)

Picton

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1004)

"Clean rooms, great location and helpful service."

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

Graham

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Picton-Hotels-Harbour-View-Motel.h6555414.Hotel-Information)

![Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46130000/46121800/46121792/389a7330.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 Bedroom 1st floor with ocean views | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46130000/46121800/46121792/450417a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46130000/46121800/46121792/9aba06cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46130000/46121800/46121792/87407053.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Kaikoura-Waterfront-Apartments.h46121792.Hotel-Information)

Kaikoura

9.4/10

Exceptional

(586)

"Great stay "

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

Meghan

CA $174

CA $203 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 12 - Jan 13

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Kaikoura-Waterfront-Apartments.h46121792.Hotel-Information)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679500/9679491/b196058c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679500/9679491/26b2c546.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Endeavor Suite | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679500/9679491/81dc87cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Cooks Cottages | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679500/9679491/7ac9e427.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Furneaux Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Endeavour-Inlet-Hotels-Furneaux-Lodge.h9679491.Hotel-Information)

Endeavour Inlet

9.2/10

Wonderful

(50)

"Beautiful location, lovely room, incredible food, excellent service. "

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

Cole

CA $313

CA $364 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Endeavour-Inlet-Hotels-Furneaux-Lodge.h9679491.Hotel-Information)

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