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BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
3.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1007)
"very good place to stay will definitely go again"
Australia
Fred
The price is P2,394
P2,754 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
3.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1004)
"Staff were courteous, rooms were clean, tidy and comfortable bed was so lovely,food was great 10/10 thank you we will be back"
Australia
Debbie
The price is P5,344
P6,146 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel
3.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (637)
"Staff was very friendly "
United States
Jenny
The price is P10,251
P11,789 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13
The Godley Hotel

Fiordland Hotel

Fiordland Hotel
3.0 star property
Te Anau
7.0 out of 10, Good, (622)
"All round good experience "
Australia
Wendy
The price is P6,008
P6,910 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 17 - Jan 18
Fiordland Hotel

The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel

The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel
4.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (344)
"Very elegant and modern. Clean, quiet and centrally located."
United States
Shai
The price is P5,875
P6,757 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8
The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel

Pinewood Queenstown

Pinewood Queenstown
3.0 star property
Boydtown
7.6 out of 10, Good, (649)
"Good places for sleep in Queenstown, 24 hr staff available was a huge selling point."
Australia
wilson
The price is P5,167
P5,942 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22
Pinewood Queenstown

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Burnside
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Helpful staff, spacious rooms, kitchenette and onsite restaurant with amazing vegetarian options. "
United States
Santosh
The price is P4,756
P5,470 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8
Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites
3.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (387)
"Friendly staff, clean room & comfortable bed"
Australia
Bridget
The price is P5,846
P6,723 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Kaikoura Quality Suites

Hotel Give

Hotel Give
3.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Lovely 2 night stay in Christchurch. Good location and plenty around to see and do."
United Kingdom
Daisy
The price is P3,056
P3,514 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13
Hotel Give

The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1010)
"Clean, quiet room on the main floor, superb shower. Easy drive to dining and entertainment in central Nelson. Would stay again!"
Canada
Lynwood
The price is P5,819
P6,692 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
The Hotel Nelson

Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau

Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau
3.5 star property
Te Anau
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (866)
"Clean accomodation and great location "
Australia
Vanessa
The price is P10,393
P11,952 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau

ibis Christchurch

ibis Christchurch
3.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1004)
"Great breakfast and location."
United States
Tham Wan
The price is P4,694
P5,399 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9
ibis Christchurch

Wanaka Hotel

Wanaka Hotel
3.0 star property
Wanaka
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (716)
"Excellent location- just a short walk to the lake and shops. Room is clean and comfortable. The reception staff is helpful and friendly. Will definitely book this place if I visit Wanaka again."
Singapore
Wai Shir
The price is P7,281
P8,373 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Wanaka Hotel

Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
3.5 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (728)
"Staff was nice and helpful "
United States
Pradeep
The price is P9,974
P11,470 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Alpine Motel

Edit Picton

Edit Picton
3.5 star property
Picton
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Lovely helpful staff and great facilities."
Australia
Hannah
The price is P5,314
P6,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Edit Picton

Beachfront Hotel

Beachfront Hotel
3.5 star property
Hokitika
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1011)
"Clean room, helpful staff"
Canada
Katherine
The price is P5,668
P6,518 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 22 - Jan 23
Beachfront Hotel

Archway Motel & Chalets

Archway Motel & Chalets
3.0 star property
Wanaka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (384)
"amazing friendly staffs and owners"
United States
OA
The price is P10,888
P12,835 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Archway Motel & Chalets

Quest on Cambridge

Quest on Cambridge
3.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (257)
"Good location and functional."
United States
Kostya
The price is P6,909
P7,945 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9
Quest on Cambridge

Cardrona Hotel

Cardrona Hotel
3.0 star property
Cardrona
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (707)
"Everything was excellent, absolutely beautiful "
Australia
Nina
Cardrona Hotel

Hotel St Clair

Hotel St Clair
3.5 star property
St. Clair
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (736)
"Friendly staff. Great view. Dining options were somewhat limited due to holidays. East access to beach and walking path."
United States
Brian
The price is P8,237
P9,473 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9
Hotel St Clair
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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.