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## Recommended hotels in South Island

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### Sudima Kaikoura

Kaikoura

9.4/10

Exceptional

(422)

"Great hotel "

CA $165

CA $190 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Sudima-Kaikoura.h75769176.Hotel-Information)

![Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/982500/982476/c7fe9824.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

Punakaiki

8.6/10

Excellent

(746)

"This place was excellent from start to finish. Room was amazing. View was amazing, food was amazing and the staff were amazing "

CA $132

CA $153 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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

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### Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Frankton

9.4/10

Exceptional

(602)

"Great hotel with awesome views "

CA $162

CA $186 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Sudima-Queenstown.h67277771.Hotel-Information)

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### Sudima Christchurch Airport

Christchurch Airport

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1045)

"Quick service, comfortable stay for 1 night "

CA $167

CA $193 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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### Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Blenheim CBD

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1006)

"What a fantastic place to stay will definitely be back"

CA $97

CA $113 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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

![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)

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### Mi-pad Queenstown

Queenstown City Centre

9.0/10

Wonderful

(822)

"Nice place for a short stay in queenstown."

CA $174

CA $204 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/983600/983589/36ef18a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/983600/983589/1a833b2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Kamana Lakehouse

Fernhill

9.4/10

Exceptional

(500)

"The staff was amazing and super friendly, particularly Jamie at the front desk and the breakfast wait staff. We highly recommend this hotel!!"

CA $257

CA $296 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

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

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69690000/69681000/69680960/885f277c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69690000/69681000/69680960/8083835d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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![Standard Room, Multiple Beds, Mountain View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69690000/69681000/69680960/dff39988.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Frankton

9.2/10

Wonderful

(549)

"Would stay here again it was great."

CA $160

CA $184 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3070000/3069900/3069802/76c98371.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3070000/3069900/3069802/fbf27897.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3070000/3069900/3069802/1c1b9ae3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3070000/3069900/3069802/6f077818.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Heartland Hotel Haast

Haast

7.8/10

Good

(625)

"Good place to stay"

CA $92

CA $107 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Haast-Hotels-Heartland-Hotel-Haast.h3069802.Hotel-Information)

![4 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Japanese cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/590000/584900/584862/3be153a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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### Millbrook Resort

Arrowtown

9.8/10

Exceptional

(726)

"This is iconic in Arrowtown area. Close to Queenstown & ski resorts. Fantastic restaurants & wine tours. "

CA $419

CA $481 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Millbrook-Resort.h584862.Hotel-Information)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54300/54263/80d10bf8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54300/54263/2cd8997b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54300/54263/fc8fa7dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54300/54263/c61eb6ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Commodore Airport Hotel

Burnside

9.6/10

Exceptional

(1002)

"Everything was great, staff, facilities and restaurant. Enjoyed staying here"

CA $220

CA $253 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Commodore-Airport-Hotel.h54263.Hotel-Information)

![Self parking (NZD 30 per day)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74786200/74786124/19fdb089.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74786200/74786124/e313038c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Royal Skylight Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74786200/74786124/95e9b794.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

Christchurch City Centre

9.8/10

Exceptional

(269)

"Terrific place. "

CA $188

CA $216 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Observatorty-Hotel-Christchurch.h74786124.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12900/12869/ca0b65ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Dinner served, local cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12900/12869/a2bc5c17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Dinner served, local cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12900/12869/b1844404.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12900/12869/0dda887a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau

Te Anau

8.2/10

Very good

(842)

"The staff were great from the reception to the restaurant Dinner was delicious and desert - a very welcoming place that I recommend "

CA $139

CA $160 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Te-Anau-Hotels-Kingsgate-Hotel-Te-Anau.h12869.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37410000/37408100/37408030/2afec57f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37410000/37408100/37408030/598672e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37410000/37408100/37408030/76aaa0eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Queenstown City Centre

8.8/10

Excellent

(1013)

"Great place to stay!"

CA $169

CA $195 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Ramada-By-Wyndham-Queenstown-Central.h37408030.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/7c715f8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/6ef0eeda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/aec1a131.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Rooftop terrace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/18932fc0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Queenstown

8.8/10

Excellent

(1011)

"Very nice hotel with a homely comfortable feeling."

CA $178

CA $204 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

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

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519231/65057f05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519231/7e6f9b3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519231/0516c87d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519231/b0eb3bf5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Scenic Hotel Marlborough

Blenheim CBD

9.2/10

Wonderful

(675)

"The frontline staff were great. Excellent service friendly and helpful. "

CA $69

CA $80 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Blenheim-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Marlborough.h519231.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15870000/15861100/15861047/4ec229ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bicycling](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15870000/15861100/15861047/89b65640.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; garden views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15870000/15861100/15861047/be8789d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Arcade](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15870000/15861100/15861047/d838e6d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Sherwood Queenstown

Queenstown

8.4/10

Very good

(914)

"Good price, excellent location, spacious "

CA $133

CA $153 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Sherwood-Queenstown.h15861047.Hotel-Information)

![Premium Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Vineyard View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107460000/107451300/107451211/c96b8415.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Vineyard View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107460000/107451300/107451211/2d200f30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Seasonal outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107460000/107451300/107451211/04037b07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Studio, Vineyard View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107460000/107451300/107451211/w2496h1665x4y0-dbc184a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### St Leonards Vineyard Cottages

Springlands

CA $311

CA $359 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Blenheim-Hotels-St-Leonards-Vineyard-Cottages.h107451211.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59200000/59194900/59194834/24683447.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59200000/59194900/59194834/9ea0bbb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![LED TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59200000/59194900/59194834/0cc20ead.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![LED TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59200000/59194900/59194834/2cfedd08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

Frankton

8.8/10

Excellent

(1329)

"Excellent stay"

CA $127

CA $146 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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### Criterion Boutique Hotel

South Hill

10/10

Exceptional

(2)

"Amazing building and warm, friendly staff."

CA $75

CA $87 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

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## Top South Island Hotel Reviews

![Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42010000/42004700/42004669/9fdcc597_y.jpg)

### Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Our 3-night stay was awesome! The staff were very friendly and helpful, and the place was quiet with a beautiful view from our room. Breakfast was especially amazing, you must try it! We really enjoyed our time here and will definitely stay again with our family next time. "

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![La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59200000/59194900/59194834/2ea06931_y.jpg)

### La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

10/10 Excellent

"Easy check in. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-LQ-Queenstown.h59194834.Hotel-Information)

![Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3220000/3218900/3218849/29b191db_y.jpg)

### Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, friendly staff, beautiful location and close to the heart of Queenstown "

[](https://expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Swiss-Belsuites-Pounamu-Queenstown.h3218849.Hotel-Information)

![Scenic Hotel Southern Cross](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/83700/83611/1cefd740_y.jpg)

### Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay and staff--fantastic location. Will stay again on my next journey to Dunedin!"

[](https://expedia.ca/Dunedin-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Southern-Cross.h83611.Hotel-Information)

![Rydges Latimer Christchurch](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/975100/975095/0ee0cc67_y.jpg)

### Rydges Latimer Christchurch

10/10 Excellent

"Im"

[](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Rydges-Latimer-Christchurch.h975095.Hotel-Information)

![Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69690000/69681000/69680960/885f277c_y.jpg)

### Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Modern hotel located next to Queenstown airport and walking distance to a reasonable selection of shops and restaurants in the Frankton district. 15 minute drive into downtown Queenstown. "

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

### Kamana Lakehouse

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was amazing and super friendly, particularly Jamie at the front desk and the breakfast wait staff. We highly recommend this hotel!!"

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### BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast was awesome, many thanks to the front desk for fantastic location recommendations!!"

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![Novotel Christchurch Airport](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18260000/18258200/18258191/b04657ae_y.jpg)

### Novotel Christchurch Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect for transit in and out of Christchurch. Helpful staff!"

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### How much do houseboats in South Island cost?

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### What is there to do in South Island near my houseboat?

> You'll find loads of ways to spend your time in South Island. If you're heading to Queenstown, be sure to look around [Queenstown Mall](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Mall-Queenstown-City-Centre.d553248621532608300.Vacation-Attraction), [SKYCITY Wharf Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/SKYCITY-Wharf-Casino-Queenstown-City-Centre.d6249189.Vacation-Attraction) and [CaddyShack City Mini Golf](https://www.expedia.ca/CaddyShack-City-Mini-Golf-Queenstown-City-Centre.d553248621532608304.Vacation-Attraction). Spending your vacay in Christchurch? [Christchurch Golf Club](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Golf-Club-Shirley.d6214192.Vacation-Attraction), [Northlands Shopping Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/Northlands-Shopping-Centre-Northcote.d553248621592839942.Vacation-Attraction) and [Bush Inn Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/Bush-Inn-Centre-Upper-Riccarton.d6219991.Vacation-Attraction) are among the best sights here.

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