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Our top choices for South Island 4-star hotels

A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.
A modern kitchen with built-in appliances, a central island, and a view of the outdoors.
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and a view of mountains through a large window.
A modern interior with a sofa, a staircase, and a wall-mounted shelf with plants.

1. La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Frankton
Australia
Rachhdeep
P6,551
P7,533 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
A modern reception area with a wooden panel wall, a reception desk, and several seating areas with chairs.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A conference room with a long table, black chairs, a whiteboard, and an air conditioning unit on the wall.
A coffee station with a coffee maker, a kettle, and a sign about coffee preparation.

2. Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport
Christchurch Airport
Australia
Theresa
P11,021
P12,675 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Sudima Christchurch Airport
A golf course with a lake and mountains in the background.
A modern lobby with a sectional sofa, a standing lamp, and a reception desk.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of mountains and a lake, a small bedside table with a phone, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A modern living room with a large sofa, a view of the outside, and a geometric ceiling design.

3. Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
Queenstown City Centre
United Kingdom
Kenneth
P9,780
P11,247 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
A bedroom with a large bed, a view of a lake and mountains, and a balcony with a chair.
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of a lake, and mountains in the background.
A modern living room with a large window offering a view of a lake and mountains. There are two sofas and a bench with red cushions.
A modern building with a sign reading "manakura" and a view of a lake with mountains in the background.

4. Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels
Te Anau
United States
Stephen
P2,564
P2,949 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, two blue armchairs, a round table with a vase, and a ceiling with hanging plants.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a glass partition.
A modern hotel with a prominent 'NOVOTEL' sign, featuring a sleek, contemporary design with large windows and a structured facade.
A modern lounge area with sofas, tables, and a view of a cityscape.

5. Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Christchurch Airport
Australia
jignesh
P9,887
P11,370 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Novotel Christchurch Airport
A modern bar area with seating, a counter with a logo, and a view of the outside.
A modern hotel with a glass facade, parking lot, and a mountainous backdrop.
A couple walking along a lakeside path with mountains in the background.
A couple embracing on a boat with a cityscape in the background.

6. Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
Frankton
P5,998
P6,897 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
A hotel with a modern building and a parking lot with several cars.
A view from a window overlooking a mountainous landscape with trees and a building with a red roof.
A reception desk with a wooden counter, a computer, and a ViewSonic monitor. There are brochures on the wall and a window with a view of trees.
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a table, and a view of mountains through the window.

7. Blue Peaks Lodge

Blue Peaks Lodge
Queenstown City Centre
Australia
Kynan
P8,954
P10,385 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Blue Peaks Lodge
A modern interior with a staircase leading to a lower level, glass doors, and a prominent blue artwork on the wall.
A modern living room with grey sofas, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV.
A multi-story hotel with a corner entrance, large windows, and a flat facade.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

8. Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Dunedin City Centre
Australia
Anna
P5,173
P5,949 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a bar counter, and a seating area.
A modern hotel reception area with a reception desk, a large potted plant, and a view into the dining area.
A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and indoor plants.
The entrance to Carnmore Hotel Christchurch with a modern design, including a glass facade and a clear view of the surrounding area.

9. Carnmore Hotel Christchurch

Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
Troy
P7,025
P8,079 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
A terrace with white bar stools and tables overlooking a mountainous landscape and a body of water.
A view through a window of a mountainous landscape with dense forests and a few buildings.
A modern lounge area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window offering a scenic view.
A modern interior with wicker furniture, a round table, and a large TV screen on the wall.

10. Mi-pad Queenstown

Mi-pad Queenstown
Queenstown City Centre
Australia
Yujia
P7,293
P8,602 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Mi-pad Queenstown
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, an elevator, a reception desk, and a large forest mural on the wall.
A modern interior with hanging pendant lights, a rustic wall, and a decorative rope and deer head on the wall.
A hotel with a garden sign, multiple windows, and a view of snow-covered mountains.
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of mountains, a dining area, and a sliding door leading to another room.

11. Wyndham Garden Queenstown

Wyndham Garden Queenstown
Frankton
Australia
Mark
P6,505
P7,480 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Wyndham Garden Queenstown
A laundry area with a washing machine, drying rack, and ironing station.
A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a prominent staircase.
A clear view of a lake with a rocky shoreline, surrounded by mountains and trees.
A balcony with a view of mountains and trees.

12. Garden Court Suites And Apartments

Garden Court Suites And Apartments
Queenstown City Centre
Australia
Tanu
P7,838
P9,014 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Garden Court Suites And Apartments
A modern dining area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of mountains and a lake.
A modern interior with stone walls, a wooden ceiling, and large windows offering mountain views.
A bedroom with a large bed, a coffee tray, a chair, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A modern bathroom with a wooden bathtub, a wooden shelf with towels, and a view of mountains and a lake.

13. Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse
Fernhill
United States
Mingjun
P12,610
P14,502 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Kamana Lakehouse
Accessible bathroom
Meeting facility
A conference room with a long table, chairs, a sofa, and a television on the wall.
A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, plush seating, and a blue accent wall.

14. Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
Frankton
United Kingdom
Jeel
P6,025
P6,929 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
A couple dining at an outdoor restaurant with a view of a modern building and lush greenery in the background.
A woman and a child in a hot tub with a glass roof and outdoor seating area in the background.
A bartender pouring a drink into a martini glass at a bar with a variety of liquor bottles in the background.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the garden through large windows.

15. Commodore Airport Hotel

Commodore Airport Hotel
Burnside
Australia
Faye
P9,983
P11,481 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Commodore Airport Hotel
A group of people seated on wicker furniture facing a lake with mountains in the background.
A golf course with a pond, surrounded by buildings with dark roofs and a mountainous backdrop.
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A rocky shoreline with a large tree and a smaller tree in the water, surrounded by mountains.

16. Edgewater

Edgewater
Wanaka
Australia
Sunny
P10,137
P11,658 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Edgewater
A modern multi-story residential building with balconies, surrounded by greenery and a mountainous backdrop.
A modern kitchen with a black countertop, wooden cabinets, and a dishwasher. There is a view of a cityscape through a large window.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, and a view of a balcony with greenery.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a bar area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

17. Scenic Suites Queenstown

Scenic Suites Queenstown
Queenstown City Centre
Australia
Latasha
P9,013
P10,365 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Scenic Suites Queenstown
A modern building with a large patio area, a mountain in the background, and a body of water in the foreground.
A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A circular window view of a balcony with a chair, a table with a red item, and a scenic lake and hills in the background.
A person at a table with a view of mountains and a body of water.

18. Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort
Lake Tekapo
Singapore
Aloysius
P8,813
P10,134 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Peppers Bluewater Resort
A historic building with a modern extension, featuring a classic facade and a contemporary glass structure.
A hotel dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a buffet counter, and a chandelier.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and a nightstand with a lamp.

19. Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Dunedin City Centre
P4,546
P5,228 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
A balcony with a fire feature, seating, and a view of snow-capped mountains.
A modern hotel with a large pool, a dock with a yacht, and a mountainous backdrop.
A restaurant with large windows, patterned chairs, and a view of the street and mountains.
A clear lake with a dock and a boat named "Sail of Oregon."

20. Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG

Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG
Queenstown City Centre
Australia
Antonio
P12,458
P14,327 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

10/10 Excellent
"Iโ€™ve booked this place a few times during my stay in Queenstown. Apartment is always clean, staff is friendly and helpful. My room had a big smart TV on an adjustable arm which is a bonus. I love the location, everything is a few minutes drive away."
Alice 7-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Carnmore Hotel Christchurch

Carnmore Hotel Christchurch

8/10 Good
"Nice clean room. Helpful staff. Limited onsite parking."
Wayne 2-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
Mi-pad Queenstown

Mi-pad Queenstown

10/10 Excellent
"It was a great stay. Being on a central location made the walk to the waterfront very accessible. Great amenities, a room full of board games, coffee machines and wonderful views from the deck!"
Priyankkumar 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Mi-pad Queenstown
Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

10/10 Excellent
"Good location, excellent food all around great place to stay."
Eliot 2-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 4-star hotels in South Island?
Based on our guest reviews, Browns Boutique Hotel is among the standout 4-star hotels in South Island. Situated in Queenstown, it comes with a pillowtop mattress and concierge services. Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown, an IHG Hotel is another leading option in this city. Also with a 4-star rating and offering room service and concierge services, you're guaranteed a comfortable stay.
How much does it cost to stay in a 4-star hotel in South Island?
To lock in a 4-star hotel in South Island that fits your budget, make use of Expedia's handy filters. Take a look at the available options during your getaway dates and use our pricing filter to set your maximum rate. You can also sort your results by the most wallet-friendly stay first.
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What's the difference between 5-star and 4-star hotels in South Island?
Treat yourself to luxury living during your South Island vacation by choosing a 4-star hotel. As well as featuring upscale accommodations, these retreats are typically filled with amenities such as complimentary bathrobes, large beds and plenty more. A 5-star hotel will go above and beyond to make your trip an even more indulgent and special one. Round-the-clock concierge assistance, luxurious spas and gourmet dining are only the start of the exclusive services and conveniences you'll likely get access to.