Title: Book the Best OCEANFRONT Hotels in South Island from CA $122 - South Island Hotels with an Ocean View | Expedia.ca

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## Check availability on South Island Oceanfront Hotels

Tonight

[Mar 6 - Mar 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07&adults=2&amenities=OCEAN_VIEW&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true)

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

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3430000/3429800/3429768/d422fb41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![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)

![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3430000/3429800/3429768/dc7452e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![King Beachfront Chalet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3430000/3429800/3429768/8e8dae44.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

(911 reviews)

"Great stay close to the beach and very quiet."

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

Steffen

CA $143

CA $165 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 6 - Apr 7

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

![Sundeck](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519239/67bbc2dc.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)

![Ocean View Deluxe Twin Room | Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519239/589890c7.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

(1,004 reviews)

"Great location "

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

Linda

CA $122

CA $140 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 29 - Mar 30

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

![Kākāriki Chalet | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4035500/4035455/a26e006a.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)

![Daily full breakfast for a fee](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4035500/4035455/4a34c52d.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

9.2/10

Wonderful

(101 reviews)

"Staff are all amazing! Beautiful place to stay "

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

Juliette

CA $169

CA $195 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 11 - Mar 12

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

![Dinner served, vegetarian cuisine, ocean views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8460000/8451200/8451166/ca1f7788.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8460000/8451200/8451166/5104c7e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8460000/8451200/8451166/96d93c76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Spa Suite | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8460000/8451200/8451166/88b0dc5f.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

(377 reviews)

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

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

Jessica

CA $168

CA $193 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 1 - Apr 2

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

![Queen Bunk Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75220000/75211800/75211764/5e50e35e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75220000/75211800/75211764/c14230c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75220000/75211800/75211764/265df92e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![BBQ/picnic area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75220000/75211800/75211764/9a9c2df3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Rarakau Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Rowallan-Hotels-Rarakau-Lodge.h75211764.Hotel-Information)

Rowallan

9.8/10

Exceptional

(10 reviews)

"The lodge is located in a very remote location, despite of getting groceries are so inconvenient, Blake showed great generosity and hospitality to all the guests, make us feel like staying in an old friend's house. Kitchen, bathroom, and bed linen are of 5-stars clean. If you're planning to go on the Hump Ridge Track, choose Rarakau Lodge for your pre-departure accommodation is definitely the best option. "

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

Sharon

CA $106

CA $122 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 19 - Mar 20

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Rowallan-Hotels-Rarakau-Lodge.h75211764.Hotel-Information)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20610000/20608400/20608311/10315628.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/a2ab658e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![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)

### Fiordland Discovery

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

Milford Sound

9.8/10

Exceptional

(52 reviews)

"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 $1,358

CA $1,569 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 31 - Apr 1

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Milford-Sound-Hotels-Fiordland-Discovery.h20608311.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/1000000/990000/982500/982476/8360f953.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)

### Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

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

Punakaiki

8.6/10

Excellent

(798 reviews)

"Clean room with great view and alll the amenities were perfect."

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

Craig

CA $163

CA $188 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 17 - Mar 18

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

![Luxury Ocean View Suite | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3290000/3281500/3281426/9b6065de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Luxury Ocean View Suite | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3290000/3281500/3281426/461c4978.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3290000/3281500/3281426/19e18a18.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Luxury Ocean View Suite | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3290000/3281500/3281426/c1889832.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel St Clair

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Dunedin-Hotels-Hotel-St-Clair.h3281426.Hotel-Information)

St. Clair

9.4/10

Exceptional

(761 reviews)

"Lovely small hotel with a killer view of the ocean and all the surfing activity."

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

Barbara

CA $193

CA $224 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 15 - Mar 16

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Dunedin-Hotels-Hotel-St-Clair.h3281426.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24210000/24204200/24204114/f5d42b55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24210000/24204200/24204114/85797a60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24210000/24204200/24204114/6ac3eef0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24210000/24204200/24204114/4808f81f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Kaikoura Quality Suites

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Kaikoura-Quality-Suites.h24204114.Hotel-Information)

Kaikoura

9.0/10

Wonderful

(429 reviews)

"Good location, room had everything we needed for a one night stay."

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

paul

CA $114

CA $131 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 22 - Mar 23

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Kaikoura-Quality-Suites.h24204114.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679525/80737096.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Twin Studio | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9679600/9679525/4bd375bb.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/b7fef59a.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

(283 reviews)

"Great place to stay, staff very helpful and hotel was very clean "

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

rosemary

CA $122

CA $141 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 8 - Mar 9

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

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