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Our top choices for South Island motels

Cottage

Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier
4.0 star property
Fox Glacier
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (303 reviews)
"Property was very pet friendly Room was clean Staff was very helpful "
United States
Eric
The price is CA $64
CA $73 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier
Two Bedroom - 4 Person Max

Aoraki Court Motel

Aoraki Court Motel
4.5 star property
Mount Cook
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location with a great view Room was very clean and is equipped with everything you need Very easy check in and out We would come again"
Malaysia
Fei Wee
The price is CA $255
CA $295 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 25 - Jun 26
Aoraki Court Motel
Triple Studio

Northwood Motor Lodge

Northwood Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Northwood
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (221 reviews)
"Beautiful quiet and peaceful grounds and a great room with a well appointed kitchenette!"
United States
Ryan
The price is CA $98
CA $113 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Northwood Motor Lodge
BBQ/picnic area

Lakes Edge Holiday Park

Lakes Edge Holiday Park
2.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (420 reviews)
"Great location with affordable money"
Australia
Mohit
The price is CA $122
CA $140 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 25 - Jun 26
Lakes Edge Holiday Park
Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Lakefacing King Studio) | Lake view

Lakeside Motel & Apartments

Lakeside Motel & Apartments
3.5 star property
Te Anau
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place, nice and close to town with incredible views of the lake"
Australia
Jennifer
The price is CA $112
CA $129 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Lakeside Motel & Apartments
Premium 1 Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen

Alps Motel Apartment Twizel

Alps Motel Apartment Twizel
2.0 star property
Twizel
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (155 reviews)
"Great location, easy walk to the local shops, cafe, restaurants, grocery stores. A great base for car trips to nearby sites."
Australia
Michael
The price is CA $207
CA $238 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Alps Motel Apartment Twizel
Studio Suite

Charlies Motor Lodge

Charlies Motor Lodge
2.0 star property
Balclutha
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"We had a 2 bedroom unit. It was very spacious and comfortable. Great for short or long stay."
Australia
LISA
The price is CA $110
CA $126 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 10 - Jul 11
Charlies Motor Lodge
Property grounds

Mountain Chalets Motel

Mountain Chalets Motel
3.0 star property
Twizel
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (948 reviews)
"Quiet room, good location "
United States
Carol
The price is CA $121
CA $140 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 4 - Jul 5
Mountain Chalets Motel
Terrace/patio

Airport Delta Motel

Airport Delta Motel
3.0 star property
Burnside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (660 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean comfortable rooms. Good quick shuttle to the airport"
Canada
Matthew
The price is CA $111
CA $129 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Airport Delta Motel
Exterior

Lakefront Lodge

Lakefront Lodge
4.5 star property
Te Anau
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (533 reviews)
"Nice warm room, comfortable furniture and bed made for a great night sleep. Location is a easy stroll to town and the bus pickup point for Milford."
Australia
Craig
The price is CA $160
CA $187 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 26 - Jun 27
Lakefront Lodge
View from property

Broadway Motel

Broadway Motel
4.5 star property
Picton
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (713 reviews)
"Very clean and accommodating staff / the shower and jacuzzi tub were most appreciated! "
United States
Eileen
The price is CA $98
CA $113 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 25 - Jun 26
Broadway Motel
View from property

Alpine Rose Greymouth Motel

Alpine Rose Greymouth Motel
4.5 star property
Greymouth
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (442 reviews)
"Very pleasant and comfortable overnight stay"
United Kingdom
Christopher
The price is CA $145
CA $166 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 26 - Jun 27
Alpine Rose Greymouth Motel
BBQ/picnic area

Ahuriri Motels

Ahuriri Motels
2.5 star property
Omarama
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (546 reviews)
"Great room and facilities to stay in the area."
Australia
Junya
The price is CA $96
CA $112 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 27 - Jun 28
Ahuriri Motels
Lake

The St James

The St James
5.0 star property
Hanmer Springs
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (540 reviews)
"Great place to stay, central but quiet and good s8zed rooms"
Australia
Rhys
The price is CA $150
CA $172 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
The St James
Sea View Deluxe Studio | View from room

Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel
4.5 star property
Picton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great view, handy location."
Australia
Andrew
The price is CA $88
CA $101 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Harbour View Motel
Terrace/patio

The White Morph - Heritage Collection

The White Morph - Heritage Collection
4.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (655 reviews)
"Great property, stunning views, fantastic locations just off the restaurant/shop section and super helpful staff."
Canada
Monique
The price is CA $114
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
Spa Studio | Balcony view

Alpine Glacier Motel

Alpine Glacier Motel
3.5 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (793 reviews)
"Helpful staff, comfortable bed, clean and warm room."
Australia
Ardyanto
The price is CA $78
CA $91 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 27 - Jun 28
Alpine Glacier Motel
Terrace/patio

Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites
3.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (501 reviews)
"Spacious room, easy drive into town and attractions"
Australia
Jennifer
The price is CA $95
CA $110 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Exterior

Carrick Lodge Motel

Carrick Lodge Motel
4.5 star property
Cromwell
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (282 reviews)
"Great location and nice big rooms"
Australia
Abbey
The price is CA $126
CA $145 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 27 - Jun 28
Carrick Lodge Motel
Front of property

Airport Palms Motel

Airport Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Burnside
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location for the airport"
Australia
Joseph
The price is CA $121
CA $140 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 3 - Jul 4
Airport Palms Motel
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Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

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"Clean room. Staff very helpful"
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South Island Motels information

Number of reviews
10,963
Accommodation
319 Motels
Lowest Price
CA $73
Highest Price
CA $295

Frequently asked questions

What is the nightly rate for a motel in South Island?
You can find a great deal from CA $73 on South Island motels with Expedia. Typically, prices are higher during popular times – like weekends and holidays – while staying midweek is often cheaper. To find the best nightly rates on South Island motels, try to be flexible with travel dates, and sort search results by price from low to high.
Is it better to stay in a South Island motel or hotel?
Motels and Hotels have different perks. When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. Staying overnight at a motel, can be handy when requiring easy road access. You'll often have access to your room from outside, and directly from the parking lot. Hotels generally have room access from inside the building. Motels are also often less expensive than hotels. The word "motel" was coined in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.