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## Top South Island Historic Hotels

![Chief Millard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75780000/75770100/75770075/49d0808c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Chief Millard | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75780000/75770100/75770075/c1974a90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Chief Shain](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75780000/75770100/75770075/2ee9836a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75780000/75770100/75770075/f49ce79f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation

Hokitika

10/10

Exceptional

(82)

"Loved the history of the place, well designed and decorated. "

CA $169

CA $195 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Hokitika-Hotels-Hokitika-Fire-Station-Boutique-Accomm.h75770075.Hotel-Information)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74786200/74786124/e313038c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Royal Skylight Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74786200/74786124/95e9b794.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Royal Skylight Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74786200/74786124/5b012e3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74790000/74786200/74786124/99070f1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

Christchurch City Centre

9.8/10

Exceptional

(268)

"Terrific place. "

CA $188

CA $216 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Observatorty-Hotel-Christchurch.h74786124.Hotel-Information)

![Lavender | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36100000/36094000/36093944/6fafbb8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36100000/36094000/36093944/9355f064.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Calla Lily](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36100000/36094000/36093944/c7488a17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lavender](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36100000/36094000/36093944/592f9bf6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Lemon Tree Lodge

Kaikoura

9.4/10

Exceptional

(41)

"Absolutely beautiful space, gorgeous view, amazing breakfast. Beautiful hosts."

CA $195

CA $226 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Lemon-Tree-Lodge.h36093944.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30990000/30982700/30982620/9d86dc05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30990000/30982700/30982620/15feb1f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30990000/30982700/30982620/070935c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30990000/30982700/30982620/308e5fe1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Poshtel

Oamaru

9.6/10

Exceptional

(323)

"Great room and lovely friendly team on reception! Will go back again ☺️"

CA $124

CA $144 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Poshtel.h30982620.Hotel-Information)

![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6560000/6555500/6555414/8932ddaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6560000/6555500/6555414/70c8a2ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6560000/6555500/6555414/94200a83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Sea View Deluxe Studio | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6560000/6555500/6555414/435df822.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Harbour View Motel

Picton

9.2/10

Wonderful

(992)

"Great views & handy to town"

CA $157

CA $183 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Picton-Hotels-Harbour-View-Motel.h6555414.Hotel-Information)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119520000/119516300/119516212/95751855.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Standard Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119520000/119516300/119516212/e8420ae6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119520000/119516300/119516212/5e727648.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119520000/119516300/119516212/w1179h611x0y0-3c4413b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Criterion Boutique Hotel

South Hill

10/10

Exceptional

(2)

"Amazing building and warm, friendly staff."

CA $75

CA $87 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Oamaru-Hotels-Criterion-Boutique-Hotel.h119516212.Hotel-Information)

![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/988800/988708/c8ecaab0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/988800/988708/a8ed802c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/988800/988708/f72f8bc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/988800/988708/e25f415a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Picton Beachcomber Inn

Picton

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1002)

"A perfect place to stay. "

CA $88

CA $102 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Picton-Hotels-Picton-Beachcomber-Inn.h988708.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)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519239/696fe8e0.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/ecafa656.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)

### Beachfront Hotel

Hokitika

8.4/10

Very good

(1002)

"Amazing views of the sea. Very friendly staff and clean, comfortable rooms. Enjoyed our stay."

CA $119

CA $138 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83380000/83370100/83370072/2a3436e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Room 2 Superking Ensuite, Accessible](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83380000/83370100/83370072/acacbc41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83380000/83370100/83370072/20ead0cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83380000/83370100/83370072/b330c1b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Vicarage Geraldine

Geraldine

9.8/10

Exceptional

(61)

"Great place to stay."

CA $246

CA $286 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Geraldine-Hotels-The-Vicarage-Geraldine.h83370072.Hotel-Information)

![Kea Studio | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978270/a160a8f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978270/70accd3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Falcon Cabin | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978270/6f3b8f89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Falcon Cabin | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978270/3be64cbf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Off The Beaten Trail Accommodation & Bike Tours

Murchison

9.0/10

Wonderful

(175)

"My room was in good condition. Comfortable bed and the heater worked."

CA $118

CA $135 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Murchison-Hotels-Off-The-Beaten-Track-Accommodation.h3978270.Hotel-Information)

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## Top South Island Hotel Reviews

![Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3220000/3218900/3218849/29b191db_y.jpg)

### Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, friendly staff, beautiful location and close to the heart of Queenstown "

[](https://expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Swiss-Belsuites-Pounamu-Queenstown.h3218849.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

"Great stay and staff--fantastic location. Will stay again on my next journey to Dunedin!"

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

![Rydges Latimer Christchurch](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/975100/975095/0ee0cc67_y.jpg)

### Rydges Latimer Christchurch

10/10 Excellent

"Im"

[](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Rydges-Latimer-Christchurch.h975095.Hotel-Information)

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

### Kamana Lakehouse

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was amazing and super friendly, particularly Jamie at the front desk and the breakfast wait staff. We highly recommend this hotel!!"

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

"Breakfast was awesome, many thanks to the front desk for fantastic location recommendations!!"

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

![Pinewood Queenstown ](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4240000/4234800/4234779/be68902e_y.jpg)

### Pinewood Queenstown

10/10 Excellent

"2 thumbs up"

[](https://expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Pinewood-Lodge.h4234779.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

"Great place to stay"

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

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

### Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"From arrival to departure our whole experience was amazing. The location is perfect, the staff so friendly and helpful and the hotel it self great. "

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

![Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7200/7169/a9e5a803_y.jpg)

### Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

10/10 Excellent

"Our family of four adults stayed in the 2 bedroom apartment for 1 night. What a great stay we had. The young lady that served our drinks and dinner was really friendly and we had breakfast there and who was there was the same young lady what a trooper she is, well done gerl. We will be back. Thank you for your hospitality. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Copthorne-Hotel-Apartments-Queenstown-Lakeview.h7169.Hotel-Information)

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