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## Top South Island Romantic Hotels

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2220000/2219900/2219853/6923044a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium Apartment | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2220000/2219900/2219853/w2046h1363x0y3-0bfea591.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2220000/2219900/2219853/51a66bb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2220000/2219900/2219853/59c31433.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Edgewater

Wanaka

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1005)

"Enjoyed the peaceful tranquil property with the view of the lake"

CA $205

CA $237 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Wanaka-Hotels-Edgewater.h2219853.Hotel-Information)

![Remarkables View King](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67280000/67277800/67277771/e03dbca6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67280000/67277800/67277771/6eba115f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67280000/67277800/67277771/26771b15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Modern European cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67280000/67277800/67277771/f92afd39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Frankton

9.4/10

Exceptional

(592)

"Great place and location "

CA $185

CA $213 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Sudima-Queenstown.h67277771.Hotel-Information)

![Building design](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/983600/983589/7ba2222c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/983600/983589/1a833b2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lakeview Luxe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/983600/983589/1cef4e00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/983600/983589/3c03a470.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Kamana Lakehouse

Fernhill

9.4/10

Exceptional

(491)

"enjoyed the view and very good service"

CA $259

CA $298 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

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

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3530000/3528600/3528584/aff0939f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3530000/3528600/3528584/b865e8ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3530000/3528600/3528584/a40e4a0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3530000/3528600/3528584/ddfc2ee8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Marsden Lake Resort Central Otago

Mount Pisa

9.2/10

Wonderful

(972)

"Great location with beautiful scenery, staff were super friendly & easy and free parking"

CA $159

CA $182 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Mount-Pisa-Hotels-The-Lake-Resort-Heritage-Collection.h3528584.Hotel-Information)

![BBQ/picnic area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5420000/5417800/5417771/6268dd6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Family Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5420000/5417800/5417771/000a544e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5420000/5417800/5417771/936f12e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lunch, dinner served; pizza, garden views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5420000/5417800/5417771/b4bb3ffb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Awaroa Lodge

Awaroa Bay

8.8/10

Excellent

(107)

"Amazing food and staff. Rooms are a bit dated but perfect spot to finish off the Abel Tasman walk "

CA $224

CA $257 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Awaroa-Bay-Hotels-Awaroa-Lodge.h5417771.Hotel-Information)

![Tasting room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628400/9628387/1ff73b55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628400/9628387/d7450a8b_edited_f002.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio with Vineyard View | Vineyard view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628400/9628387/a55a0c0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Studio with Garden View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9628400/9628387/358e5018.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Cottages at Kinross

Gibbston

9.8/10

Exceptional

(218)

"We appreciated the location, the accomodation, the service and the wine. All was exceptional and added value to our memorable trip to the South Island. "

CA $163

CA $188 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Kinross-Cottages.h9628387.Hotel-Information)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953000/6952941/206c81d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fiordland Carriage](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953000/6952941/7a46afd3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fiordland Carriage](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953000/6952941/58edce62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free daily continental breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953000/6952941/1de01b43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Te Anau Lodge

Te Anau

9.6/10

Exceptional

(250)

"Quiet very comfortable great staff couldn’t recommend more highly "

CA $179

CA $207 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Te-Anau-Hotels-Te-Anau-Lodge.h6952941.Hotel-Information)

![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54300/54263/2cd8997b.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)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54300/54263/fc8fa7dd.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)

### 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)

![Sundeck](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519239/67bbc2dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/520000/519300/519239/fff439b6.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

(1003)

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

CA $112

CA $128 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/83700/83616/cbed3635.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast, dinner served; British cuisine, alfresco dining ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/83700/83616/191d23f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/83700/83616/a2ff60f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/83700/83616/216f7bb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Holiday Inn Queenstown Frankton Road by IHG

Queenstown

8.4/10

Very good

(1002)

"nice view room"

CA $150

CA $173 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Queenstown-Frankton-Road.h83616.Hotel-Information)

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## Find out more about South Island

### South Island attractions for couples

South Island, New Zealand, offers an array of captivating experiences that are sure to delight the discerning traveller. Begin your adventure in Queenstown, known as the adventure capital, where you can indulge in thrilling activities like bungee jumping from the iconic Kawarau Bridge or taking a scenic gondola ride to the top of Bob's Peak for breathtaking views. For a more tranquil experience, immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Fiordland National Park, where you can explore stunning fjords such as Milford Sound, often described as the eighth wonder of the world, with its towering cliffs and cascading waterfalls. Next, venture to the picturesque town of Wanaka, where you can enjoy a family-friendly hike up to the famous Roy's Peak, offering panoramic vistas that are perfect for family photos. Wine enthusiasts will find solace in the Marlborough region, where you can sample world-class Sauvignon Blanc at charming vineyards while the children play in the lush gardens. Finally, consider staying in the vibrant city of Christchurch, where you can enjoy a blend of modern comforts and historical charm at boutique hotels, all while exploring beautifully restored gardens and the innovative Transitional Cathedral. This diverse region not only caters to your adventurous spirit but also ensures that you and your family are pampered with top service and an unforgettable holiday experience.

## 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)

![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)

![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)

![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

"Property is just a bit outdated, but everything else is a 5/5."

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

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

### Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and views. Room was large and well equiped. "

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

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