[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # South Sea Hotel Travelers find peaceful moments in the garden setting, where they can relax with drinks among friends or enjoy a friendly game of billiards together. ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627500/9627441/2f943262.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Studio Units)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627500/9627441/a7210614.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627500/9627441/24728286.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627500/9627441/f2fe5766.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627500/9627441/b90fc769.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The South Sea Hotel offers oceanside relaxation with its welcoming garden and sociable bar. Guests appreciate practical touches like laundry facilities and luggage storage that make their stay both convenient and connected to the coastal surroundings. 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Breakfast available - Parking available - Bar - Housekeeping - Laundry - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 13 - Oct. 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=9627441&PinnedHotelID=9627441&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=9627441&PinnedHotelID=9627441&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 14 - Oct. 15](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=9627441&PinnedHotelID=9627441&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=9627441&PinnedHotelID=9627441&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=9627441&PinnedHotelID=9627441&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=9627441&PinnedHotelID=9627441&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=9627441&PinnedHotelID=9627441&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=9627441&PinnedHotelID=9627441&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 9 of 9 rooms ![Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Seaview)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627500/9627441/ca9a4548.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Seaview) 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews ### Highlights Balcony or patio Heating Refrigerator TV Hair dryer Satellite channels Daily housekeeping Wardrobe or closet - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Hotel Single room) ### Highlights Heating Refrigerator Hair dryer Daily housekeeping Wardrobe or closet - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ### Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Hotel Twin Room) ### Highlights Heating Refrigerator Hair dryer Daily housekeeping Wardrobe or closet - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Cottage Twin) 8.0 Very good 3 reviews ### Highlights Heating Refrigerator TV Hair dryer Satellite channels Daily housekeeping Wardrobe or closet - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Hotel Double Room) 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Heating Refrigerator Hair dryer Daily housekeeping Wardrobe or closet - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Studio Units)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627500/9627441/a7210614.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Studio Units) 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating Kitchenette Refrigerator TV Hair dryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker Satellite channels - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed ![Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Cottage Queen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627500/9627441/49c99f1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Cottage Queen) ### Highlights Heating Refrigerator TV Hair dryer Coffee/tea maker Satellite channels Daily housekeeping Wardrobe or closet - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### Hotel Seaview Double plus Single 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Heating Refrigerator TV Hair dryer Coffee/tea maker Satellite channels Daily housekeeping Wardrobe or closet - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### Traditional Hotel Double plus Single 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews ### Highlights Heating Refrigerator Hair dryer 2 bathrooms Daily housekeeping Wardrobe or closet - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHalfmoon-Bay-Hotels-South-Sea-Hotel.h9627441.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FHalfmoon-Bay-Hotels-South-Sea-Hotel.h9627441.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-46.89805%2C168.12837&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=gmNhg0pNM2xntwqaJLjOkKvB8oU=) 26 Elgin Terrace, Halfmoon Bay, 9846 ### What's nearby - Bunkhouse Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Presbyterian Church Hall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Rakiura Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Observation Rock - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - Rakiura National Park - 33 min drive - 3.8 km ### Getting around - Stewart Island (SZS-Ryans Creek) - 4 min drive ## About this property ### South Sea Hotel Inn by the ocean At South Sea Hotel, you can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities, and a bar. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Full breakfast (surcharge), a billiards/pool table, and smoke-free premises - A front-desk safe and luggage storage - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff Room features All guestrooms at South Sea Hotel include amenities such as free WiFi. 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Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### National rating For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system. ### Property is also known as South Sea Hotel Oban South Sea Oban South Sea Hotel Inn South Sea Hotel Halfmoon Bay South Sea Hotel Inn Halfmoon Bay ## Frequently asked questions ### Is South Sea Hotel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at South Sea Hotel? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at South Sea Hotel? > Check-out is at 10 AM. ### Where is South Sea Hotel located? > Situated on the waterfront, this inn is steps from Bunkhouse Theatre and Rakiura Museum. Presbyterian Church Hall and Observation Rock are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## South Sea Hotel Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ### 8.8 Staff & service ### 8.2 Eco-friendliness ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 180 8 - Good 155 6 - Okay 39 4 - Poor 6 2 - Terrible 3 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jindina Mar 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location, friendly staff and good food at the hotel ##### Jindina Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Halina Dec 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities excellent location, dinning options ##### Halina Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen May 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very homely, beautiful spot and friendly, helpful staff ##### Karen Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William Mar 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Really enjoyed our stay- comfortable, quaint, great location, accessible to everything, lively pub and a good restaurant. ##### William Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### John Apr 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location, good restaurant. ##### John Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon Jun 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great location ##### Sharon Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ivy Nov 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very central to everything for us and great dining. ##### Ivy Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark Jun 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Awesome food & stafff ##### Mark Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelsey Jan 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lovely staff, clean room with everything we needed, perfectly placed in the lovely town. ##### Kelsey ### 8/10 Good #### Carolyn Nov 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Superb location for any visit to Oban ##### Carolyn Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mandy Dec 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Clean,reasonably priced, comfortable accommodation after tramping... highly recommend. ##### Mandy Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dana Mar 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Close to everything and a great Pub ##### Dana Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Patricia Oct 29, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Enjoyed everything accessible and convenient and friendly people ##### Patricia Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Murry Dec 31, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great stay at the South Seas over Christmas. Great meals at the restaurant and a great locality. ##### Murry ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jarrod Jan 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place to stay on Stewart Island. Easy access from the ferry and walkable everywhere. Bar was excellent and laundry facilities a real help ##### Jarrod Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### CARSWELL Feb 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Stewart Island stay Good stay at good old Kiwi pub. Prices were fair and food and drink was good Would definitely stay there again ##### CARSWELL Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John Oct 29, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The location was great, center of everything with a pub and restaurant in the building. ##### John Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Takashi Oct 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I could stay here comfortably. Very good hotel! ##### Takashi Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### maureen Apr 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Loved the place ##### maureen Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marion Dec 13, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The Hotel had everything you needed for a relaxed holiday, the staff were very accomidating and a great view from a relaxing lounge. ##### Marion Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Michael Nov 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It had a convenient location to all activities and the section we stayed in was relatively new ##### Michael Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### WARREN Nov 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Good service & amazing views ##### WARREN Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tony Mar 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Best place to go. I had a great time and lovely meals in the bar also the staff where very friendly and helpful 😊 ##### Tony Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Shazia Mar 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Convenient location ##### Shazia Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maxwell Oct 1, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Our room was lovely and the service by staff was friendly and efficient. ##### Maxwell Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels near Montreal Central Station](https://www.expedia.ca/Montreal-Central-Station-Hotels.d6131052.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Motels Penticton](https://www.expedia.ca/Penticton-Motels.d4135-aaMotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Baybreeze Restaurant and Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Saint-John-Hotels-Baybreeze-Restaurant-And-Motel.h11585454.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in New York](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d178293-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [FourSeasons Hotels in Mississauga](https://www.expedia.ca/Mississauga-Hotels-Four-Seasons.0-0-d7954--bFourSeasons.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Coast Edmonton Plaza Hotel by APA](https://www.expedia.ca/Edmonton-Hotels-Coast-Edmonton-Plaza-Hotel-By-APA.h528692.Hotel-Information) > > [Excelsior by Geisel](https://www.expedia.ca/Munich-Hotels-Excelsior-By-Geisel.h7955.Hotel-Information) > > [Iberostar Waves Paraíso Beach - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Playa-Del-Carmen-Hotels-Iberostar-Paraiso-Beach-All-Inclusive.h889872.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Feng, BW Signature Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Parksville-Hotels-Hotel-Feng.h12198.Hotel-Information) > > [5 Star Hotels in Edmonton](https://www.expedia.ca/5Star-Edmonton-Hotels.s50-0-d180002.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [MarriottHotelsResorts Hotels in Minot](https://www.expedia.ca/Minot-Hotels-Marriott-Hotels-Resorts.0-0-d2392--bMarriottHotelsResorts.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotel Sorrento](https://www.expedia.ca/Seattle-Hotels-Hotel-Sorrento.h21924.Hotel-Information) > > [Dalhousie University Accommodations](https://www.expedia.ca/Halifax-Hotels-Dalhousie-University-Accommodations.h18035187.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Vancouver South](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-South-Vancouver-Hotels.0-n553248633981726261-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [flights from resolute bay airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/yrb/flights-from-resolute-bay-airport) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Cape Town (CPT)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/cpt/calgary-to-cape-town) > > [Flights from Rome (FCO) to Zürich (ZRH)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/fco/zrh/rome-to-zurich) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Álvaro Obregón (MLM)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/mlm/toronto-to-morelia) > > [Flights from Pearson Intl. to STO-All Airports](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/sto/toronto-to-stockholm) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Cancun (CUN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/cun/toronto-to-cancun) > > [Flights from St. John's (YYT) to Bogotá (BOG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyt/bog/st-johns-to-bogota) > > [Korean Air](https://www.expedia.ca/Korean-Air-Flights.cKE.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from St. John's (YYT) to Thunder Bay (YQT)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyt/yqt/st-johns-to-thunder-bay) ### Cars > [Enterprise at 1124 Rymal Road East Hamilton Ontario CAN](https://www.expedia.ca/Enterprise-at-1124-Rymal-Road-East-Hamilton-Ontario-CAN.v35608.Car-Rental-Guide-Location) ### Packages > [Olive Lake](https://www.expedia.ca/Olive-Lake-Radium-Hot-Springs.d553248635810237665.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Mexico](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/117/Mexico) ### General > [Visit Batangas City](https://www.expedia.ca/Batangas-City.dx602521)