Title: 3 Stars Hotels in South Island, New Zealand from CA $73 - Find Cheap South Island Hotels With 3 Stars | Expedia.ca

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## Check availability on South Island 3 Star Hotels

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## Our top choices for South Island 3-star hotels

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10160000/10153700/10153686/cfde9cc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10160000/10153700/10153686/3d97c467.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Business centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10160000/10153700/10153686/9f87bff5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10160000/10153700/10153686/8e3128f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-BreakFree-On-Cashel.h10153686.Hotel-Information)

Christchurch City Centre

8.4/10

Very good

(1,009 reviews)

"Great location and helpful staff. Enjoyed my stay. "

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

Wendy

CA $64

CA $73 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 9 - Feb 10

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-BreakFree-On-Cashel.h10153686.Hotel-Information)

![Junior Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1400/1377/89f8c510.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1400/1377/88f404b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1400/1377/ef2eaa0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1400/1377/765ed231.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Dunedin-Hotels-Kingsgate-Hotel-Dunedin.h1377.Hotel-Information)

Dunedin City Centre

8.2/10

Very good

(1,004 reviews)

"The hotel is very well located, within walking distance of Dunedin city centre."

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

Rizki

CA $128

CA $148 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 29 - Jan 30

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Dunedin-Hotels-Kingsgate-Hotel-Dunedin.h1377.Hotel-Information)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3100000/3091600/3091589/cd009a30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3100000/3091600/3091589/01ac15c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3100000/3091600/3091589/ffba34d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3100000/3091600/3091589/179de796.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Godley Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-The-Godley-Hotel.h3091589.Hotel-Information)

Lake Tekapo

8.2/10

Very good

(643 reviews)

"Thanks great place to stay breakfast great"

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

Corey

CA $246

CA $283 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 29 - Jan 30

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-The-Godley-Hotel.h3091589.Hotel-Information)

![Deluxe Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519247/e56a8a60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519247/3757f162.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519247/962f4ff1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519247/8483907e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Fiordland Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Te-Anau-Hotels-Fiordland-Hotel-Motel.h519247.Hotel-Information)

Te Anau

7.0/10

Good

(641 reviews)

"Hotel very run down but the room was clean and beds very comfortable great price too."

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

Richard

CA $144

CA $166 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Te-Anau-Hotels-Fiordland-Hotel-Motel.h519247.Hotel-Information)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44980000/44976600/44976562/76efbbfd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![City view from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44980000/44976600/44976562/b6a9f0ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44980000/44976600/44976562/8c991bcd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44980000/44976600/44976562/7224a052.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-The-Muse-Christchurch.h44976562.Hotel-Information)

Christchurch City Centre

8.8/10

Excellent

(355 reviews)

"Nice rooms and great little cafe for breakfast."

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

Shaun

CA $169

CA $195 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 27 - Jan 28

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-The-Muse-Christchurch.h44976562.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4240000/4234800/4234779/19daffe4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4240000/4234800/4234779/aab41a57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Villa, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4240000/4234800/4234779/883e354b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4240000/4234800/4234779/902b74c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Pinewood Queenstown 

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Pinewood-Lodge.h4234779.Hotel-Information)

Boydtown

7.6/10

Good

(667 reviews)

"A very convenient stay, within walking distance to the town centre. The staff were friendly and very accommodating with our requests."

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

Zehra Aziz

CA $123

CA $142 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 22 - Feb 23

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Pinewood-Lodge.h4234779.Hotel-Information)

![Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3830000/3823000/3822947/df6ccb1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium Economy 2 Bedroom | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3830000/3823000/3822947/758a573d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium Economy 3 Bedroom | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3830000/3823000/3822947/fe04abc1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Business Studio | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3830000/3823000/3822947/53038187.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Airport-Gateway-Motor-Lodge.h3822947.Hotel-Information)

Burnside

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1,005 reviews)

"Nice room and staff were good"

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

Camron

CA $127

CA $146 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 29 - Jan 30

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Airport-Gateway-Motor-Lodge.h3822947.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)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24210000/24204200/24204114/19b2a573.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

9.2/10

Wonderful

(402 reviews)

"Very nice comfortable accommodation"

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

PATRICIA

CA $140

CA $161 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 25 - Feb 26

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

![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3250000/3246100/3246072/d082454f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![1 Bedroom Apartment | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3250000/3246100/3246072/920f9e21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fitness facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3250000/3246100/3246072/82f2c863.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3250000/3246100/3246072/5dd53b00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Give

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Hotel-Give.h3246072.Hotel-Information)

Christchurch City Centre

8.6/10

Excellent

(1,001 reviews)

"Lovely 2 night stay in Christchurch. Good location and plenty around to see and do."

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

Daisy

CA $89

CA $103 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 28 - Jan 29

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Hotel-Give.h3246072.Hotel-Information)

![Superior Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3505400/3505320/3649c2cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3505400/3505320/2457525f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Apartment, 4 Bedrooms | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3505400/3505320/b5e363a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3505400/3505320/42a4cf0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Hotel Nelson

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Nelson-Hotels-The-Hotel-Nelson.h3505320.Hotel-Information)

Nelson South

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1,005 reviews)

"Great location, spacious room, very clean, friendly staff members, highly recommended "

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

Eric

CA $106

CA $123 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 8 - Feb 9

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Nelson-Hotels-The-Hotel-Nelson.h3505320.Hotel-Information)

![Dinner served, local cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12900/12869/78e57269.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)

![Standard Accessible 1 Double 1 Single](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12900/12869/db7ba18b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12900/12869/4c44621e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau

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

Te Anau

8.2/10

Very good

(881 reviews)

"Room, common areas, and grounds were clean and tidy, staff was friendly and helpful, and the location was perfect. We had a great stay!"

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

Jennifer

CA $256

CA $294 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 30 - Jan 31

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

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1650000/1641200/1641197/ec9754c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1650000/1641200/1641197/d6c16aa1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1650000/1641200/1641197/1296e6b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1650000/1641200/1641197/81a7cba8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### ibis Christchurch

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Ibis-Christchurch.h1641197.Hotel-Information)

Christchurch City Centre

8.2/10

Very good

(1,003 reviews)

"Great hotel!"

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

Tracey

CA $159

CA $183 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Ibis-Christchurch.h1641197.Hotel-Information)

![Suite | Lake view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6890000/6887900/6887877/782f7a9c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Room, Garden View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6890000/6887900/6887877/b2e59203.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mexican cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6890000/6887900/6887877/c56b4314.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6890000/6887900/6887877/dee2f555.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Wanaka Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wanaka-Hotels-Wanaka-Hotel.h6887877.Hotel-Information)

Wanaka

8.2/10

Very good

(726 reviews)

"We got an adjoining room and it was perfect for grandparents/grandkids. Amigos is two steps away and the lakefront is 3 minutes away. It was absolutely perfect. "

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

Ani

CA $151

CA $174 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 2 - Feb 3

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wanaka-Hotels-Wanaka-Hotel.h6887877.Hotel-Information)

![Superior Queen Studio | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/4000000/3991500/3991449/dac7c16d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/4000000/3991500/3991449/1e80094f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/4000000/3991500/3991449/0b6d9d88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![BBQ/picnic area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/4000000/3991500/3991449/f0b39fd5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Alpine Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wanaka-Hotels-Alpine-Motel.h3991449.Hotel-Information)

Wanaka

9.0/10

Wonderful

(734 reviews)

"Friendly staff, clean room, easy check in "

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

Gina

CA $211

CA $244 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 29 - Jan 30

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wanaka-Hotels-Alpine-Motel.h3991449.Hotel-Information)

![Too Suite | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1780000/1775900/1775827/b5139922.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![The Edit](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1780000/1775900/1775827/e3644101.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1780000/1775900/1775827/06724299.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 9 PM, pool umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1780000/1775900/1775827/d93a9b19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Edit Picton

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Picton-Hotels-Edit-Picton.h1775827.Hotel-Information)

Picton

7.8/10

Good

(1,005 reviews)

"clean, great view, great location, great staff, beautiful room"

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

Gregory

CA $149

CA $171 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 3 - Feb 4

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Picton-Hotels-Edit-Picton.h1775827.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)

![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)

![Ocean View Penthouse Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519239/06c2e034.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)

### Beachfront Hotel

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

Hokitika

8.4/10

Very good

(1,008 reviews)

"Great location "

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

Linda

CA $147

CA $170 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 8 - Feb 9

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

![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628700/9628680/a8eeaba1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

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Wanaka

8.8/10

Excellent

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"amazing friendly staffs and owners"

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OA

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### Quest on Cambridge 

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Christchurch City Centre

9.6/10

Exceptional

(266 reviews)

"Great location, new and clean, comfy bed"

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Rusty

CA $175

CA $202 total

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Feb 15 - Feb 16

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### Cardrona Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Cardrona-Hotel.h9629768.Hotel-Information)

Cardrona

9.4/10

Exceptional

(726 reviews)

"Friendly staff, beautiful grounds and room. Would stay again."

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Amber

CA $152

CA $175 total

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Jan 30 - Jan 31

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### Hotel St Clair

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St. Clair

9.4/10

Exceptional

(742 reviews)

"Great position, amenities and service. "

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Janelle

CA $186

CA $216 total

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Jan 27 - Jan 28

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### Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

123 Princes Street Dunedin 

CA $124

CA $144 total

Feb 4 - Feb 5

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8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)

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24 Frankton Road Queenstown 

CA $275

CA $316 total

Jan 30 - Jan 31

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8.8/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)

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### Kamana Lakehouse

139 Fernhill Road Queenstown 

CA $325

CA $374 total

Jan 29 - Jan 30

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9.2/10 Wonderful! (559 reviews)

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