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Restaurant

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
3.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Room was clean, such a great location"
Australia
Debbie
The price is P2,826
P3,250 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 22 - Mar 23
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
3.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"The hotel is very well located, within walking distance of Dunedin city centre."
Australia
Rizki
The price is P6,891
P7,924 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Restaurant

The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel
3.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (646 reviews)
"Thanks great place to stay breakfast great"
Australia
Corey
The Godley Hotel
Bed sheets, alarm clocks

Fiordland Hotel

Fiordland Hotel
3.0 star property
Te Anau
7.0 out of 10, Good, (654 reviews)
"Friendly staff and large room. Very comfortable to stay. "
United States
Boqin
Fiordland Hotel
Restaurant

The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel

The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel
4.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (363 reviews)
"Nice rooms and great little cafe for breakfast."
Australia
Shaun
The price is P8,076
P9,287 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel
Front of property

Pinewood Queenstown

Pinewood Queenstown
3.0 star property
Boydtown
7.6 out of 10, Good, (681 reviews)
"A very convenient stay, within walking distance to the town centre. The staff were friendly and very accommodating with our requests."
Australia
Zehra Aziz
The price is P4,719
P5,427 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 12 - Mar 13
Pinewood Queenstown
Terrace/patio

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Burnside
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean and quiet Happy to stay again "
Australia
Andy
The price is P6,575
P7,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 6 - Mar 7
Airport Gateway Motor Lodge
Terrace/patio

Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites
3.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (421 reviews)
"Good location, room had everything we needed for a one night stay."
United Kingdom
paul
The price is P4,939
P5,680 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Exterior detail

Hotel Give

Hotel Give
3.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff very kind, rooms lovely and nice connected cafe next door"
Australia
Thyra
The price is P3,513
P4,040 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 14 - Mar 15
Hotel Give
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location, spacious room, very clean, friendly staff members, highly recommended "
Australia
Eric
The price is P4,728
P5,437 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16
The Hotel Nelson
Dinner served, local cuisine

Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau

Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau
3.5 star property
Te Anau
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (897 reviews)
"Room, common areas, and grounds were clean and tidy, staff was friendly and helpful, and the location was perfect. We had a great stay!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is P11,108
P12,775 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 7 - Mar 8
Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau
Restaurant

ibis Christchurch

ibis Christchurch
3.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel!"
United States
Tracey
The price is P7,287
P8,380 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
ibis Christchurch
Lake view

Wanaka Hotel

Wanaka Hotel
3.0 star property
Wanaka
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (736 reviews)
"We got an adjoining room and it was perfect for grandparents/grandkids. Amigos is two steps away and the lakefront is 3 minutes away. It was absolutely perfect. "
Australia
Ani
The price is P6,695
P7,700 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Wanaka Hotel
Living area

Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
3.5 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (740 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean room, easy check in "
United States
Gina
The price is P13,453
P15,471 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Alpine Motel
Living area

Edit Picton

Edit Picton
3.5 star property
Picton
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"clean, great view, great location, great staff, beautiful room"
United States
Gregory
The price is P8,106
P9,322 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 17 - Mar 18
Edit Picton
Sundeck

Beachfront Hotel

Beachfront Hotel
3.5 star property
Hokitika
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location "
United States
Linda
The price is P5,977
P6,873 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Beachfront Hotel
Outdoor spa tub

Archway Motel & Chalets

Archway Motel & Chalets
3.0 star property
Wanaka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (393 reviews)
"amazing friendly staffs and owners"
United States
OA
The price is P14,545
P17,145 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Archway Motel & Chalets
Living area

Quest on Cambridge

Quest on Cambridge
3.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (280 reviews)
"Great location, new and clean, comfy bed"
Australia
Rusty
The price is P20,415
P23,478 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 19 - Mar 20
Quest on Cambridge
Outdoor dining

Cardrona Hotel

Cardrona Hotel
3.0 star property
Cardrona
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (741 reviews)
"Great place to stay!! Staff are very friendly, building and rooms were very clean. Great atmosphere. "
United States
David
Cardrona Hotel
Balcony

Hotel St Clair

Hotel St Clair
3.5 star property
St. Clair
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (755 reviews)
"Lovely small hotel with a killer view of the ocean and all the surfing activity."
Canada
Barbara
The price is P8,677
P9,978 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Hotel St Clair
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Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

123 Princes Street Dunedin
The price is P5,974 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
P5,974
P6,871 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
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Pinewood Queenstown

Pinewood Queenstown

10/10 Excellent
"Riom was lovely, staff helpful, bathroom was great"
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Pinewood Queenstown

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 — think upscale furnishings, luxury bathroom products and extras like day spas.