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## Top South Island Family Hotels

![32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6840000/6832000/6831917/c2fca142.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6840000/6832000/6831917/a09190eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Tennis court](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6840000/6832000/6831917/e0bdcd1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6840000/6832000/6831917/310a393b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Platinum Queenstown Villas

Queenstown

9.8/10

Exceptional

(548)

"Great stay and family friendly, beautiful location. "

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Platinum-Queenstown-Villas.h6831917.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1760000/1753100/1753019/44038d83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1760000/1753100/1753019/630786d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1760000/1753100/1753019/b49cd30f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1760000/1753100/1753019/c73f3bed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts

Wanaka

9.0/10

Wonderful

(781)

"Super nice and comfortable place to stay. Will recommend to friends. "

CA $230

CA $264 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wanaka-Hotels-Distinction-Wanaka-Serviced-Apartments.h1753019.Hotel-Information)

![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2840000/2838200/2838173/55522e75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Two Bedroom Lake View Suite | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2840000/2838200/2838173/6317602e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Two Bedroom Mountain View Suite | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2840000/2838200/2838173/b8a1d44a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Three Bedroom Lake View Villa | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2840000/2838200/2838173/2ca6c8c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Peppers Bluewater Resort

Lake Tekapo

8.2/10

Very good

(3199)

"This hotel was such a great value for what I paid and basically amounted to a real 1-bedroom apartment. It's located very close to the town centre and had both comfortable accommodation and great amenities."

CA $152

CA $175 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Peppers-Bluewater-Resort.h2838173.Hotel-Information)

![Beach nearby, beach volleyball](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14870000/14863400/14863347/d6dae00f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Park House, 4 Bedrooms  (2 Queen and 5 Single)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14870000/14863400/14863347/30cc6151.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Classic Studio Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14870000/14863400/14863347/e76da2d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14870000/14863400/14863347/b9472d74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

 

### Tahuna Beach Holiday Park

Tahunanui

8.4/10

Very good

(234)

"Was perfect for what we needed, 3 kids 2 adults had a very comfortable 2 night stay "

CA $116

CA $133 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Nelson-Hotels-Tahuna-Beach-Kiwi-Holiday-Park-Motel.h14863347.Hotel-Information)

![Children's play area - indoor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4620000/4611700/4611684/322662a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![3 Bedroom Apartment (3BR) | In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4620000/4611700/4611684/05219fcf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Self Contained Unit - 1 Bedroom Family (1BR)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4620000/4611700/4611684/c091f75b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Self Contained Unit - Studio (Studio) | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4620000/4611700/4611684/9f522690.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

Te Anau

9.0/10

Wonderful

(758)

"Good and safe place to stay in Te anau with hot tub and saunas."

CA $77

CA $88 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Te-Anau-Hotels-Getaway-Te-Anau.h4611684.Hotel-Information)

![Daily buffet breakfast (NZD 30 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/0e44c76b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/7c715f8b.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

(1010)

"Very nice hotel with a homely comfortable feeling."

CA $169

CA $195 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54300/54263/16ea618a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium Family Room (1 Queen and 2 Singles) | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54300/54263/49982538.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Twin Room, 2 Double Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54300/54263/c23b1108.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

(1005)

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

CA $188

CA $220 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

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

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

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15870000/15861100/15861047/4ec229ad.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)

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

### Sherwood Queenstown

Queenstown

8.4/10

Very good

(906)

"Our second time staying here - and have loved it both times."

CA $129

CA $151 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7220000/7218200/7218110/c88ae5ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Spa Studio with Balcony  | Private kitchenette](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7220000/7218200/7218110/cfc673cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment, 2 Bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7220000/7218200/7218110/fa4b2f74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Apartment, 1 Bedroom (Super King)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7220000/7218200/7218110/2f5aa8a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Amross Motel

North Dunedin

9.8/10

Exceptional

(682)

"We had a wonderful stay. Our room was very big and comfortable. Barry and Donna were wonderful hosts and very welcoming. We would stay again."

CA $125

CA $146 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Dunedin-Hotels-Amross-Motel.h7218110.Hotel-Information)

![3 Bedroom Earnslaw Penthouse | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4460000/4451600/4451560/6a32c830.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![3 Bedroom, 3 Bathroom Roadside Apartment ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4460000/4451600/4451560/88cfc6d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Builder Special 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Courtyard Apartment | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4460000/4451600/4451560/611727ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4460000/4451600/4451560/f94ffc3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Glebe Apartments

Queenstown City Centre

9.4/10

Exceptional

(375)

"Awesome location and well designed for couples on holiday together. Great apartment "

CA $306

CA $365 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-The-Glebe-Apartments.h4451560.Hotel-Information)

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## Top South Island Hotel Reviews

![Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4270000/4268300/4268206/a9c7c485_y.jpg)

### Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely staff, beautiful spacious room, amazing views "

[](https://expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Hilton-Queenstown-Resort-Spa.h4268206.Hotel-Information)

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

### Novotel Christchurch Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely room, friendly team"

[](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Novotel-Christchurch-Airport.h18258191.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

" Nil"

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

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

### BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

10/10 Excellent

"Great location we used the Hereford car parking building to park our rental car which was organised through the hotel. We enjoyed their buffet breakfast. We also had dinner their one night the person on duty was very personable and friendly he makes a very good gin and tonic 😁 staff at the hotel were all very friendly and approachable. We were their for 7 nights and will be back next time we are in Christchurch."

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

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

### Kamana Lakehouse

10/10 Excellent

"My stay at Kamana Lakehouse was great! It had great dining options, easy parking, and a convenient location close to Queenstown while still being quiet. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. A very comfortable and hassle-free experience"

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

![Scenic Hotel Dunedin City](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1070000/1063100/1063004/08aaa097_y.jpg)

### Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay. Central location. Modern and clean. Will definitely return. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Dunedin-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Dunedin-City.h1063004.Hotel-Information)

![Novotel Queenstown Lakeside](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/911600/911529/2aa49999_y.jpg)

### Novotel Queenstown Lakeside

10/10 Excellent

"Great all round"

[](https://expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Novotel-Queenstown-Lakeside.h911529.Hotel-Information)

![Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/69600/69589/0e44c76b_y.jpg)

### Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful location, beautiful walk to town centre, and the views were spectacular. Did not use the dine-in, but the ambiance was wonderful with the fireplaces. Fantastic winter stay!"

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

![Sudima Christchurch Airport](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889400/889383/973a3fae_y.jpg)

### Sudima Christchurch Airport

10/10 Excellent

"It’s my go to when I need to stay close to the airport. Not far to walk if needed or use the complimentary shuttle service. "

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

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