Title: 10 Historic Hotels in New Zealand for 2026 | Expedia.ca

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#### Christchurch

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#### Rotorua

[](https://expedia.ca/Rotorua-Hotels-Historic-Hotel.0-0-d6048125-tHistoricHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

![Napier which includes a sunset and a square or plaza](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/236000/236255-Hawkes-Bay.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Napier

[](https://expedia.ca/Napier-Hotels-Historic-Hotel.0-0-d2593-tHistoricHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

## Check availability on New Zealand Historic Hotels

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## Our top choices for New Zealand historic hotels

![In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/d0069663.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)

![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/d6a22d98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/69854167.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

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

Queenstown

8.8/10

Excellent

(1,000 reviews)

"Great location amazing staff very clean"

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

luisa

CA $300

CA $345 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 8 - Feb 9

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

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69590/5a816ad4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69590/7a65341c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69590/c846dde7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69590/26764b51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Adina Heritage Christchurch

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Heritage-Christchurch.h69590.Hotel-Information)

Christchurch City Centre

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1,036 reviews)

"Great stay"

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

Dee

CA $276

CA $317 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Heritage-Christchurch.h69590.Hotel-Information)

![Public bath](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5900/5826/9d5a86e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 restaurants, breakfast served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5900/5826/9bf1bea7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5900/5826/d2682e7d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5900/5826/c5d07f92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Prince's Gate Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Rotorua-Hotels-Princes-Gate-Hotel.h5826.Hotel-Information)

Inner City

8.6/10

Excellent

(1,000 reviews)

"Excellent location and characterful heritage hotel"

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

Stephen Noel

CA $192

CA $221 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Rotorua-Hotels-Princes-Gate-Hotel.h5826.Hotel-Information)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5090000/5089900/5089886/a5445c57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; beach views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5090000/5089900/5089886/b5b9522f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![King Room, Harbour View (Sunroom) | Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5090000/5089900/5089886/660e66a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![King Room, Harbour View (Sunroom) | Street view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5090000/5089900/5089886/4907eaf9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Esplanade Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Auckland-Hotels-The-Esplanade-Hotel.h5089886.Hotel-Information)

Devonport

8.2/10

Very good

(498 reviews)

"The staff are excellent, we wanted to take the waiter home with us. Very friendly, excellent breakfast and facilities - highly recommend "

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

David

CA $103

CA $119 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 2 - Feb 3

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Auckland-Hotels-The-Esplanade-Hotel.h5089886.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15600000/15596300/15596269/9178ba02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15600000/15596300/15596269/bbf5872e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15600000/15596300/15596269/cb1fde70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15600000/15596300/15596269/0bc1f6ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Kentish Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Auckland-Hotels-The-Kentish-Hotel.h15596269.Hotel-Information)

Waiuku

6.8/10

(119 reviews)

"Not ok for the prize. Had to buy my own milk, bathroom long way from room, place is run down. "

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

roimata laurene

CA $91

CA $105 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 3 - Feb 4

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Auckland-Hotels-The-Kentish-Hotel.h15596269.Hotel-Information)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3640000/3634300/3634295/37fa2f99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3640000/3634300/3634295/93990c3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3640000/3634300/3634295/95bdc4ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lodge Queen Room (includes Entry to Castle & Gardens)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3640000/3634300/3634295/9bc8dd56.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Larnach Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Dunedin-Hotels-Larnach-Lodge.h3634295.Hotel-Information)

Larnachs Castle

9.4/10

Exceptional

(574 reviews)

"Great staff"

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

Cristine Gatto and Joseph

CA $136

CA $157 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Dunedin-Hotels-Larnach-Lodge.h3634295.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628600/9628573/ba0a13ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628600/9628573/b4ef1e1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628600/9628573/8f7e4226.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free daily breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628600/9628573/f350f057.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Baywick Inn

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Nelson-Hotels-Baywick-Inn.h9628573.Hotel-Information)

Nelson City Centre

9.8/10

Exceptional

(26 reviews)

"Lovely B&B. Hosts were amazing"

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

sherry

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Nelson-Hotels-Baywick-Inn.h9628573.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4790000/4789700/4789612/fab837a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette, Courtyard Area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4790000/4789700/4789612/5d498495.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4790000/4789700/4789612/c66f66c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4790000/4789700/4789612/ddf7bfdf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Colonial House Motel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kerikeri-Hotels-Colonial-House-Motel.h4789612.Hotel-Information)

Kerikeri

9.4/10

Exceptional

(195 reviews)

"Spotless room. Excellent facilities and the swimming pool was a big hit with our grandson. Hosts are very welcoming and friendly. Great to meet/see you Mark, and your lovely wife. "

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

Donna

CA $117

CA $134 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 1 - Mar 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kerikeri-Hotels-Colonial-House-Motel.h4789612.Hotel-Information)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3883900/3883823/ce856b97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3883900/3883823/de7b6345.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3883900/3883823/24e4a0c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3883900/3883823/025d364e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Jailhouse-Accommodation-Hostel.h3883823.Hotel-Information)

Addington

8.8/10

Excellent

(347 reviews)

"Safe, comfortable place to stay, thank you. "

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

Anthony

CA $77

CA $89 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 31 - Feb 1

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Jailhouse-Accommodation-Hostel.h3883823.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1400000/1396700/1396637/0caf781c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Super Deluxe Queen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1400000/1396700/1396637/9ef9106b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1400000/1396700/1396637/5f0ade7c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast buffet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1400000/1396700/1396637/ffaf859e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Classic Villa

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-The-Classic-Villa.h1396637.Hotel-Information)

Christchurch City Centre

9.6/10

Exceptional

(492 reviews)

"Everything was great!"

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

Ingrid

CA $332

CA $384 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 23 - Feb 24

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-The-Classic-Villa.h1396637.Hotel-Information)

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## Top New Zealand Hotel Reviews

![Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8100/8072/0b184964_y.jpg)

### Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful room! Would stay and recommend this place again ☺️"

[](https://expedia.ca/Auckland-Hotels-Cordis.h8072.Hotel-Information)

![BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10160000/10153700/10153686/30273335_y.jpg)

### BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

10/10 Excellent

"Very helpful staff. "

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

![Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2190000/2187300/2187263/6b91f70b_y.jpg)

### Heartland Hotel Auckland Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely room. Very clean. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Auckland-Hotels-Heartland-Hotel-Auckland-Airport.h2187263.Hotel-Information)

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

### Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, staff friendly and helpful, good breakfast "

[](https://expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites.h42004669.Hotel-Information)

![SkyCity Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/41000/40995/ad21af79_y.jpg)

### SkyCity Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean. Easy check in and check out. And the concierge is really helpful."

[](https://expedia.ca/Auckland-Hotels-SkyCity-Hotel.h40995.Hotel-Information)

![Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37410000/37408100/37408030/2afec57f_y.jpg)

### Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful location with amazing staff, everyone was super friendly. Will be back to stay again"

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

![Rydges Rotorua](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/330000/329600/329597/3829bdf6_y.jpg)

### Rydges Rotorua

10/10 Excellent

"My sons and I had a great stay. The room was so comfortable, clean and quiet. Great place for kids. My sons had a bball tournament so the pool and spas were great for their recovery in between games and at the end of the days. The staff were friendly and welcoming and food was great"

[](https://expedia.ca/Rotorua-Hotels-Rydges-Rotorua.h329597.Hotel-Information)

![Pullman Auckland Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98530000/98523500/98523484/w3000h2237x0y13-d51b37f6_y.jpg)

### Pullman Auckland Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Modern, clean, quiet, convenient. Courteous service."

[](https://expedia.ca/Auckland-Hotels-Pullman-Auckland-Airport.h98523484.Hotel-Information)

![Novotel Auckland Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4230000/4223700/4223624/15c535b9_y.jpg)

### Novotel Auckland Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing hotel, great staff, lovely food"

[](https://expedia.ca/Auckland-Hotels-Novotel-Auckland-Airport.h4223624.Hotel-Information)