Title: Hotels by Independent in South Island from CA $87 | Expedia.ca [South Island Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/South-Island.dx6052692)[Hotels in South Island](https://expedia.ca/South-Island-Hotels.d6052692.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in South Island](https://expedia.ca/South-Island-Vacation-Rentals.d6052692.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to South Island](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-South-Island.d6052692.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in South Island](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-South-Island.d6052692.Travel-Guide-Activities)[South Island Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-South-Island.d6052692.Car-Rental-Guide)[South Island Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/South-Island.d6052692.Destination-Travel-Guides) ![Queenstown which includes a river or creek and boating](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/36000/36169-Shotover-Jet.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Find Hotels by Independent in South Island from CA $87 ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check prices for these dates Tonight [Oct 29 - Oct 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [Oct 30 - Oct 31](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [Oct 31 - Nov 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [Nov 7 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6052692&startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) ## Top South Island Independent Hotels ![Building design](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/983600/983589/7ba2222c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Tahuna Lakeview Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/983600/983589/a1f7879a.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) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/990000/983600/983589/1a833b2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kamana Lakehouse Fernhill 9.4/10 Exceptional (505) "The staff was amazing and super friendly, particularly Jamie at the front desk and the breakfast wait staff. We highly recommend this hotel!!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Michael CA $280 CA $322 total includes taxes & fees Oct 29 - Oct 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Kamana-Lakehouse.h983589.Hotel-Information) ![1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83610000/83605900/83605841/bcd159db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Executive Studio, 1 King Bed | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83610000/83605900/83605841/02a1ce0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83610000/83605900/83605841/4afdd90e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83610000/83605900/83605841/d9881146.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Grand Suites Lake Tekapo Lake Tekapo 9.8/10 Exceptional (233) "Excellent location to Lake Tekapo, less crowded, very spacious and clean rooms with good amenities. Very welcoming staff and check-in & out process was very efficient. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Christopher CA $409 CA $475 total includes taxes & fees Nov 6 - Nov 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Grand-Suites-Lake-Tekapo.h83605841.Hotel-Information) ![Deluxe Two Bedroom Family Motel | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4200000/4192700/4192650/61562b11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4200000/4192700/4192650/d23d307e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4200000/4192700/4192650/413ed314.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4200000/4192700/4192650/ce3c00e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels Te Anau 8.6/10 Excellent (1003) "Right on the lake. Very quiet and lovely views from our room " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Raelene CA $75 CA $87 total includes taxes & fees Nov 16 - Nov 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Te-Anau-Hotels-Te-Anau-Lakeview-Kiwi-Holiday-Park-Motels.h4192650.Hotel-Information) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/120000/119500/119404/8ddaca2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Classic Room, 1 Bedroom | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/120000/119500/119404/948c71b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/120000/119500/119404/dd06cd24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Basic Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/120000/119500/119404/bf293ac8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Blue Peaks Lodge Queenstown City Centre 8.6/10 Excellent (896) "Great location, amenities and staff very helpful " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Jacqueline CA $216 CA $253 total includes taxes & fees Nov 27 - Nov 28 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Blue-Peaks-Lodge.h119404.Hotel-Information) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4930000/4922100/4922068/41170129.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4930000/4922100/4922068/77ffd581.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4930000/4922100/4922068/096d9e91.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Foosball, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4930000/4922100/4922068/cc6a4b5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Haka House Lake Tekapo Lake Tekapo 8.8/10 Excellent (348) "Lake front" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Adam CA $164 CA $189 total includes taxes & fees Oct 30 - Oct 31 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-YHA-Lake-Tekapo.h4922068.Hotel-Information) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30046800/30046767/0d92d897.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Queen Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30046800/30046767/f0a1c5f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30046800/30046767/4a74154c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30050000/30046800/30046767/81ea9590.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mi-pad Queenstown Queenstown City Centre 9.0/10 Wonderful (830) "Great location and great value!" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Michelle CA $213 CA $250 total includes taxes & fees Oct 31 - Nov 1 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Mi-Pad-Smart-Hotel.h30046767.Hotel-Information) ![1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3830000/3823000/3822947/df6ccb1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Business Studio | Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3830000/3823000/3822947/2e181242.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Children's area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3830000/3823000/3822947/c1250c38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3830000/3823000/3822947/fc2564c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Airport Gateway Motor Lodge Burnside 9.2/10 Wonderful (1004) "Nice comfortable bed, clean, friendly staff, easy check In " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Jason CA $151 CA $175 total includes taxes & fees Nov 28 - Nov 29 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Airport-Gateway-Motor-Lodge.h3822947.Hotel-Information) ![Executive Studio, 1 King Bed, City View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68570000/68566600/68566572/72bf40f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68570000/68566600/68566572/3728af24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast and dinner served, Modern European cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68570000/68566600/68566572/20ff93b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68570000/68566600/68566572/e623c8f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Christchurch City Hotel Christchurch City Centre 9.4/10 Exceptional (500) "Perfect - great shower - helpful staff - a short but very good stay" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Anne CA $168 CA $194 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Christchurch-City-Hotel.h68566572.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4240000/4234800/4234779/be68902e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4240000/4234800/4234779/5744bac1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4240000/4234800/4234779/902b74c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4240000/4234800/4234779/81ab95e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pinewood Queenstown Boydtown 7.6/10 Good (615) "The local ski guides that were living there were absolutely lovely, welcoming us into their home. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Nicky CA $93 CA $107 total includes taxes & fees Nov 9 - Nov 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Pinewood-Lodge.h4234779.Hotel-Information) ![Seasonal outdoor pool, a heated pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3505400/3505320/85ae035d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3505400/3505320/42a4cf0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3505400/3505320/f671074f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3505400/3505320/6deecf58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Hotel Nelson Nelson South 9.0/10 Wonderful (1005) "Good location, excellent meals Will recommend & will stay again " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Gerrit CA $96 CA $113 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Nelson-Hotels-The-Hotel-Nelson.h3505320.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. 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Great customer service from the lovely receptionist she was very helpful" [](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-The-Godley-Hotel.h3091589.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 "Very clean, spacious room. Informative and receptive staff. The breakfast food of good coffee, bread yogurt and fruit was a welcome surprise. " [](https://expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Swiss-Belsuites-Pounamu-Queenstown.h3218849.Hotel-Information) ![Sudima Queenstown Five Mile](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67280000/67277800/67277771/e03dbca6_y.jpg) ### Sudima Queenstown Five Mile 10/10 Excellent "Didn't fault anything, we love and enjoyed our stay. It was close to everything you need, and the bus stop its right outside the door. Thank you Sadima hotel " [](https://expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Sudima-Queenstown.h67277771.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 "Amazing stay " [](https://expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Heritage-Queenstown.h69589.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 location and very good room. Staff polite, helpful and professional - Theodore and Tan (bar/restaurant) deserve particular mention." [](https://expedia.ca/Dunedin-Hotels-Scenic-Hotel-Southern-Cross.h83611.Hotel-Information) ![LyLo Christchurch](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15620000/15616500/15616452/e5109f58_y.jpg) ### LyLo Christchurch 10/10 Excellent "This was a unique property. It reminded me of a dorm room with its own bathroom. A nice bathroom, with a big shower. " [](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Jucy-Snooze-Christchurch.h15616452.Hotel-Information) ![Novotel Christchurch Airport](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18260000/18258200/18258191/fa910380_y.jpg) ### Novotel Christchurch Airport 10/10 Excellent "Reception very attentive staff, friendly and helpful. Restaurant for dinner was very busy and a bit more service training could be done. Waiting staff should be allocated tables to look after from ordering to finish, saves orders going missing but overall food and wine were good. Walking distance to airport so much better than catching a shuttle. " [](https://expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Novotel-Christchurch-Airport.h18258191.Hotel-Information) ![Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37410000/37408100/37408030/2afec57f_y.jpg) ### Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central 10/10 Excellent "Great room, fantastic view, staff were very helpful." [](https://expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Ramada-By-Wyndham-Queenstown-Central.h37408030.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 "Close to downtown Queenstown (short drive, public transport immediately outside hotel) rooms are good size and good facilities provided for coffee/ tea making. Private balconies with great views. Didn’t make use of breakfast restaurant as most recent experience (lukewarm food, poor/limited choices an overpriced) last week meant we didn’t bother going there again. 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