Title: Kid friendly Vacations in South Island 2026/2026 | Expedia.ca

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# South Island Kid friendly Vacations

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## Flight and Kid friendly hotel deals in South Island

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![Arthur's Court Motor Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2600000/2595600/2595566/4ddadfd7_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

### Arthur's Court Motor Lodge

Saint Albans

CA $3,476

per person

Jan 12 - Jan 16

found 22 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Toronto (YYZ) to Christchurch (CHC)

9/10 Wonderful! (710 reviews)

Check in staff and housekeeping were extremely nice. The hotel seems to have made some great updates (nice furniture and new carpeting). We appreciated access to a washer and dryer. It would be great to see you continue your updates by replacing the drapes in the room and updates to the laundry facility.

Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025

![Commodore Airport Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54300/54263/2cd8997b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

### Commodore Airport Hotel

Burnside

CA $3,586

per person

Jan 12 - Jan 16

found 22 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Toronto (YYZ) to Christchurch (CHC)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)

Extremely comfortable room in a relaxing setting. Staff at all levels were extremely kind, courteous, and helpful. After several weeks of travelling it was a welcoming stop. We really appreciated having laundry facilities and a pool and sauna

Reviewed on Nov 28, 2025

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## Plan the perfect family-friendly vacation in South Island with Expedia

####  What are some benefits of booking a family-friendly vacation? 

Whether it's luxurious or cheap, family vacations in South Island are among the most memorable experiences you'll ever have with your family. It can be a great way to bond and explore new destinations with the people you love most. Plus, it's easy to keep an eye on your little ones without having to worry about how they are with a sitter back home. You may even meet some other families and establish long-lasting friendships. 
  
####  How can I find the best family-friendly vacations? 

Using search filters makes finding the perfect family-friendly vacation easy. You can implement the search filter for family-friendly accommodations specifically, but that's just the beginning. You'll also find search filters for price range along with the desired number of bedrooms, so you can ensure you have enough space for everyone you want to bring to South Island. 

####  Are there cheap family vacations to South Island? 

Price varies quite a bit, ranging from to . The price you'll be paying depends on a variety of factors, and you can filter for them all. You can implement a filter for your budget limitations and also remove any 4- and 5-star stays from your search. You can even filter by accommodation type, which can present you with cheap alternatives to what is typically considered standard. 

####  When should I book family-friendly vacation packages? 

The right time to book family-friendly vacation packages in South Island depends on what you're looking for. If you're looking to save, booking during least popular month tends to be cheaper compared to the rest of the year, though that's not always a guarantee. Keep in mind that the off-season and the busy season differ from place to place, with family-friendly vacations in Canada being very different compared to options in France and Spain, for example. 

####  Can I book an all-inclusive family vacation in South Island? 

Yes, you'll find plenty of all-inclusive family vacation packages for South Island. To see what's available, just select the all-inclusive filter on your search.

####  How can I book the best family activity vacation? 

If you're looking to make the most out of the available activities in South Island, you'll need to consider what your family likes to do. Cater your itinerary to your family's interests, and you'll create memories that you and your kids will hold on to for the rest of your lives whether it's family ski vacations in South Island or something a bit more relaxed.

####  Can I find luxury family vacations in South Island? 

If you're looking for a luxury family vacation to South Island, you can use search filters to find the best options available. Activate the filter for 5-star packages to only see the best of the best. Plus, you'll find a range of first-class flights available to make even the journey there top-of-the-line. 

####  How can I search for family vacation deals? 

Finding deals is easy when you take advantage of the array of available search filters. You can set budget limitations and remove 4- and 5-star options from your search. If you don't want to miss out on your favourite amenities, however, you can consider travelling during , which often have lower prices because of the off-season in South Island. 

####  Can I book a family vacation package that is fully refundable? 

If you're looking for a fully refundable reservation, you won't have to look far on Expedia. Quite a few properties in South Island are fully refundable. You can search for this feature, but always make sure to check the specific property's policies and requirements before booking.

####  Why should I book my family trip with Expedia? 

When you book with Expedia, you can book your accommodation and your flight together, with some discounts available for doing both at once. Additionally, you may be able to enjoy special discounts with Expedia Rewards that will earn you points you can then put toward discounts for subsequent bookings.

## Kid friendly Hotels in South Island

![Platinum Queenstown Villas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6840000/6832000/6831917/553456c2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Platinum Queenstown Villas

96 Fernhill Road Queenstown 

- 5 hours drive from Mount Cook National Park

Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a ski shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (557 reviews)

this is our second visit and everything was perfect! great views great location and very clean rooms with great amenities. This is our go to when visiting Queenstown.

Reviewed on Nov 28, 2025

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

![Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1760000/1753100/1753019/44038d83_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts

144-154 Anderson Road Wanaka 

- 4 hours drive from Mount Cook National Park

Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Wānaka. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...

9/10 Wonderful! (797 reviews)

Excellent arrived late, key left out with clear instructions

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

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

![Peppers Bluewater Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2840000/2838200/2838173/600a6ce2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Peppers Bluewater Resort

State Highway 8 Lake Tekapo 

- 1 hour drive from Mount Cook National Park

Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...

8/10 Very Good! (3,237 reviews)

perfect location and very spacious suite. I do feel it's a bit old and therefore, there was some weird odor coming from the carpet when going up the stairs.

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

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

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