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Our top choices for South Island 3-star hotels

A wooden deck with tables and chairs overlooking a lake and mountains.
A wooden building with a sign reading "JACK RABBIT" and a rainbow in the background.
A couple standing by a lake with mountains in the background.
A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, wooden seating, and a large window.

1. The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel
Lake Tekapo
Australia
Kim
P6,127
P7,046 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Godley Hotel
A modern building with multiple floors, outdoor seating area, and decorative metal panels.
A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a clock on the wall.
A balcony with two yellow chairs and a table, overlooking a cityscape with historic buildings and modern high-rises.
A large hall with a triangular stained glass window, wooden chairs, and tables arranged for an event.

2. Hotel Give

Hotel Give
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
David
P3,197
P3,677 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hotel Give
A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and a visible restaurant named 'Accor Live Limitless'.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a TV screen.
A modern conference room with a long table, black chairs, a projector screen, and a large plant wall.
A modern bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles. Tables with chairs are arranged in the dining area.

3. BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
Alvaro
P2,826
P3,250 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a wardrobe, and an air conditioning unit.
A bar area with stools, a counter, and a refrigerator stocked with bottles.
A patio with a table and chairs, a sliding glass door, and a wooden pergola.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a faucet, and a backsplash with a mosaic tile pattern.

4. Airport Gateway Christchurch

Airport Gateway Christchurch
Burnside
United States
Salmin
P6,075
P6,987 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Airport Gateway Christchurch
A lodge named Pinewood with a two-story building, a covered entrance, and a parking area with cars.
A modern building with a black exterior, a number '10' on the side, and a visible entrance.
A modern kitchen with a view of a mountainous landscape.
A neatly made bed with a heart-shaped towel arrangement, a window with blinds, and a view of a snowy landscape.

5. Pinewood Queenstown

Pinewood Queenstown
Boydtown
Australia
Fiona
P3,715
P4,272 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Pinewood Queenstown
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a glass door entrance, and a view of a grassy yard.
A small, single-story building with a sloped roof, a large sliding glass door, and a small porch area.
A row of small, white, single-room cabins with a gravel path and rocks in front.
A kitchen with a gas stove, oven, and a window overlooking greenery.

6. Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park

Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park
Twizel
Australia
Neil
P2,608
P2,999 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park
A view through a window of a mountainous landscape with a lake, trees, and buildings in the foreground.
A modern building with large glass windows, a brick chimney, and a clear view of the surrounding landscape.
A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a pillow, and a bedside table with a lamp.
A reception desk with a modern design, featuring a dark base and a light countertop. There are three pendant lights hanging above the desk, and a vase with flowers on the left side.

7. Wanaka Hotel

Wanaka Hotel
Wanaka
Australia
Merran
Wanaka Hotel
A hotel lobby with a large glass door, a potted plant, a leather chair, and a tripod outside.
A reception area with a counter, seating, and a view of the dining area.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window.
A cozy lounge area with a stone wall, a fireplace, red leather sofas, and a bar with stools.

8. The Village Inn Hotel

The Village Inn Hotel
Te Anau
Australia
SHI
P6,105
P7,020 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
The Village Inn Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a TV, a window with curtains, and a shelf with toiletries.
A spacious lobby with a sofa, a foosball table, and a staircase leading to upper floors.
A hotel named 'Fiordland' with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent sign and a unique roof structure.
A spacious dining area with a wooden ceiling, a buffet setup, and a table with a vase of red berries.

9. Fiordland Hotel

Fiordland Hotel
Te Anau
Australia
Ruellyn
P4,695
P5,399 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Fiordland Hotel
A balcony with a view of the ocean and a stop sign.
A table set for dining with a view of the ocean through large windows.
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a view of the sea, and a balcony.
A modern building with large windows and a sign for Pier 24 restaurant & bar.

10. Hotel St Clair

Hotel St Clair
St. Clair
Australia
Maree
P7,395
P8,504 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Hotel St Clair
A covered balcony with a view of a lake and mountains.
A lakeside view with a picnic area, a sign for 'Lakeview Resort', and mountains in the background.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a large window with curtains and a view of a lake.
A building with a white exterior and a metal roof, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and various shrubs.

11. Lakeside Motel & Apartments

Lakeside Motel & Apartments
Te Anau
United States
Haunani
P7,010
P8,061 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Lakeside Motel & Apartments
A hot tub on a wooden deck with a scenic mountain view in the background.
A modern hotel with a row of rooms featuring balconies, outdoor seating, and a parking lot.
A sign for Archway Motels & Chalets with a mountain backdrop.
A hotel room with two beds, a marble table, a wooden wall panel, a small sink, and a mirror.

12. Archway Motel & Chalets

Archway Motel & Chalets
Wanaka
Australia
Jason
P7,354
P8,457 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Archway Motel & Chalets
A woman lying on a bed reading a book in a room with a large window and a view of greenery outside.
A modern hotel lobby with a bar, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the city.
A person swimming in a pool with a palm tree and buildings in the background.
A hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with a view of the mountains, and a dining area with outdoor seating.

13. The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
Nelson South
Australia
Ray
P3,821
P4,394 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
The Hotel Nelson
A modern interior with a bar area, large potted plants, and a view through large windows.
Bar (on property)
A modern building with large windows, a prominent sign, and a mix of architectural styles.
A modern spa room with wooden flooring, green cushioned seating, and a large mirror wall.

14. Drifter Christchurch

Drifter Christchurch
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
Scott
P5,491
P6,315 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Drifter Christchurch
A modern, triangular room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a bar, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A row of modern buildings with grey roofs and orange accents, overlooking a mountainous landscape and a body of water.
A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the sea and mountains.

15. Heartland Hotel Queenstown

Heartland Hotel Queenstown
Queenstown City Centre
Australia
emmanuel
P8,705
P10,011 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Heartland Hotel Queenstown
A modern restaurant interior with tables and chairs, a neon sign, and abstract wall art.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with a view of mountains and buildings.
Exterior
A modern hotel with a large mural, a clock tower, and a street with cars.

16. ibis Christchurch

ibis Christchurch
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
Amy
P6,833
P7,858 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
ibis Christchurch
A modern cafe interior with wooden tables and chairs, a coffee bar, and shelves with decorative items.
A modern hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a large painting on the wall.
A modern hotel building with a prominent "GOLDEN HOTEL" sign.
A modern kitchen with grey cabinetry, a dishwasher, and a kettle on the counter.

17. Golden Hotel

Golden Hotel
Riccarton
Australia
Xun
P4,881
P5,613 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Golden Hotel
A modern two-story building with a balcony, large windows, and a view of snow-capped mountains.
A hotel with a sign indicating 'Kaikoura Quality Suites' and amenities like free unlimited WiFi, super king size beds, a courtyard/BBQ area, and onsite parking.
A parking lot with a car, a building with a sign, and a mountain in the background.
A pool table in a well-lit room with a fireplace, seating area, and decorative items.

18. Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites
Kaikoura
Australia
Craig
P4,261
P4,900 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Kaikoura Quality Suites
A balcony with a glass railing overlooking the sea, two pine trees, and a white table with chairs.
An aerial view of a coastal town with a beach, residential buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a stove. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of trees through large windows.
A modern kitchen with a large island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the sea through large windows.

19. Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Kaikoura
Australia
Rachel
P4,704
P5,409 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
A gravel driveway leading to a row of modern, single-story houses with a mountain backdrop.
A living room with a black leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.
A compact living space with a bed, a TV, a dining area, and a kitchenette.
A modern house with a covered driveway, a white car parked in the garage, and a mountain in the background.

20. Manuka Crescent Motel

Manuka Crescent Motel
Wanaka
United States
Wells
P7,465
P8,585 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Manuka Crescent Motel
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A town nestled between mountains and a large lake with several islands.

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Pinewood Queenstown

Pinewood Queenstown

10/10 Excellent
"We would definitely stay at Pinewood again. Our only issue was that we didn't have anywhere to hang our wedding attire. Luckily I had my own hangers so I hung them on the bunk bars. However my other companions didn't. Loved the shower and the beds were so comfortable and warm. The staff were so helpful and happy. Cool place."
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Posted 21 hours ago
Pinewood Queenstown
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The Godley Hotel

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The Godley Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in South Island?
According to reviews shared by Expedia travelers, YHA Queenstown Central - Hostel is among the best 3-star hotels in Queenstown, South Island. It features a lake view and a nearby beach, and is around 0.16 kilometers southwest of the center. Guests also give top marks to The Lofts Apartments, approximately 0.16 kilometers southwest of downtown. A winery and a nearby boardwalk help make this a top city escape.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in South Island?
The biggest difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in South Island will be the level of service and availability of creature comforts. 3-star hotels are usually more budget-friendly and offer the services and amenities required to ensure your comfort, such as a gym, breakfast and WiFi. You can expect a little bit more at a 4-star hotel โ€” think upscale furnishings, luxury bathroom products and extras like day spas.