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A modern house with a covered patio, a stone pathway, and a view of mountains.

A spacious bar area with a high ceiling and skylights, a bar counter with stools, and a variety of bottles on shelves.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table, and a large window with a view of greenery.

A stone fireplace with a fire, a wooden ceiling, and a view of lush greenery outside.

1. Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Franz Josef Glacier

Family fun gateway at Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier offers free stays for kids and eco-friendly adventures nearby.

P6,895

P7,929 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A modern living room with a sofa, a round coffee table, and a view of a lake and mountains.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a chair, and a view of a lake and mountains.

A bar area with multiple stools and a bar counter stocked with bottles.

A dining area with tables set for four, large windows offering a view of a lake and mountains.

2. QT Queenstown

Queenstown City Centre

Family-friendly adventures await at this lakeside hotel with an outdoor pool, complimentary airport shuttle, and stunning views.

P13,931

P16,020 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern building with a central atrium, large windows, and a view of a lake and mountains.

A modern living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a view of mountains and a lake.

A room with a large window offering a view of a lake and mountains. There are wooden chairs and tables arranged for seating.

A terrace with a table and chairs, overlooking a lake and mountains.

3. The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

Queenstown

Family adventure basecamp in Queenstown offers bicycle rentals, babysitting, and lakeside fun.

P20,077

P23,089 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern bathroom with a round mirror, a sink, and a glass-enclosed shower.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, a nightstand, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A bar area with a bartender preparing a drink, shelves with various bottles, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A building facade with a sign that reads "DISTRICT HOTEL PARCELS" and "PARCELS" above the entrance.

4. Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Dunedin City Centre

Explore New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame steps from this family-friendly hotel with in-room laundry and spacious suites.

P8,117

P9,334 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

An indoor seating area with a modern design, featuring a long wooden bench with cushions and a glass partition separating the seating area from the dining space.

A restaurant interior with hexagonal patterned flooring, wooden tables and chairs, pendant lighting, and large windows on one side.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a clock and a small table.

A modern bathroom with two sinks, a shower, and a large mirror.

5. Sudima Christchurch City

Christchurch City Centre

P13,368

P15,373 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A riverside hotel with modern architecture, a walking path, and a view of mountains.

A modern hotel room with a stone fireplace, a sofa with red cushions, a desk with a chair, and a large window offering a scenic view.

A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a scenic view of a lake and mountains.

A modern building with a pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the water.

6. Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Kawarau Falls

P12,227

P14,061 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 restaurant named 'Coco Cabana' with outdoor seating and a stone building in the background.

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.

7. Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Queenstown City Centre

Bring the kids to this mountainview hotel where blackout drapes ensure peaceful naps after a day of exciting outdoor adventures.

P11,282

P12,975 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A balcony with a table set for breakfast overlooking a mountain and lake.

A dining area with round tables, chairs, and a view of the sea through large windows.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, and a view of mountains and water.

A modern stone house with a stone facade, a sloped roof, and a view of mountains in the background.

8. Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Queenstown

Escape to family paradise with scenic pools and kid-friendly amenities, making mountain adventures easy at this relaxing retreat.

P10,315

P11,862 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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A modern building with a large patio area, a mountain in the background, and a body of water in the foreground.

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 hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of a lake and mountains.

A person at a table with a view of mountains and a body of water.

Peppers Bluewater Resort

Lake Tekapo

P13,155

P15,128 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A row of waterfront cottages with balconies, wooden decks, and a mountain backdrop.

A waterfront property with a row of houses, a dock, and a calm lake reflecting the buildings.

A clear view of a swimming pool with a glass barrier, wooden deck, and a backdrop of mountain ranges.

A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of a water body and buildings.

Lake Resort by Marsden

Mount Pisa

P6,121

P7,039 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A wooden deck with tables and chairs overlooking a lake and mountains.

A couple standing by a lake with mountains in the background.

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, wooden seating, and a large window.

A restaurant interior with a bar area, seating arrangement, and a view of the outside.

The Godley Hotel

Lake Tekapo

P6,298

P7,242 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a marina with numerous boats.

A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, a small countertop, and a dishwasher.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a microwave, and a plant.

A marina with boats docked, wooden tables and benches, and umbrellas.

Harbourside Nelson

Port Nelson

P5,077

P5,839 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A bar area with shelves of wine bottles and glasses.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of the outside.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, plush seating, and a blue accent wall.

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Frankton

P6,180

P7,107 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A formal garden with a central lawn leading to a building with a symmetrical facade and a stone wall.

An ornate room with wooden paneling, stained glass windows, and a chandelier.

A long banquet table set for a formal event, with chairs on both sides and a chandelier above.

A wicker table with a bottle and glasses on a balcony overlooking a lake with islands.

Larnach Lodge

Larnachs Castle

P6,581

P7,569 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A modern building with large windows and a stone pathway leading to it, situated on a pebbled beach with driftwood in the foreground.

A room with large windows overlooking a beach, a table with chairs, and a potted plant.

A spacious lounge area with a stone fireplace, large windows offering ocean views, and comfortable seating arrangements.

A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach and ocean.

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

Punakaiki

P6,863

P7,893 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A modern building with a long corridor and multiple balconies, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

A modern building entrance with wooden paneling, a glass door, and a view of a lush garden.

A table with a bottle of champagne and two glasses, a chair, and a view of greenery through a window.

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

Franz Josef Glacier

P10,938

P14,200 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A modern dining area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of mountains and a lake.

A modern lounge area with a stone wall, a fireplace, sofas, and a bar with a bartender.

A modern interior with stone walls, a wooden ceiling, and large windows offering mountain views.

A modern bathroom with a wooden bathtub, a wooden shelf with towels, and a view of mountains and a lake.

Kamana Lakehouse

Fernhill

P13,394

P15,403 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A covered outdoor area with a gravel path leading to a wooden structure, surrounded by greenery and a mountainous backdrop.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a wooden deck, and a mountain backdrop.

A large, two-story building with a beige facade, multiple arched windows, and a central entrance with steps.

A conference room with round tables, chairs, and a view of a garden through large windows.

Edit Hanmer Springs

Hanmer Springs

P4,323

P4,972 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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Edit Hanmer Springs

Hanmer Springs

P4,323

P4,972 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A swimming pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by a fenced area with a lawn and various shrubs.

A motel with a green roof, a central parking area, and well-maintained landscaping.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a door leading to a balcony.

Andorra Motel

Geraldine

P5,754

P6,617 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A dining table with chairs and candles, a window with a view of a beach and ocean, and decorative lights.

A house with a swimming pool, a stone exterior, and a large glass door.

A bathroom with a bathtub, a window, and a view of a balcony with chairs and a railing.

A log cabin bedroom with two beds, a wardrobe, and a large window.

Kimi Ora Eco Resort

Kaiteriteri

P8,846

P10,173 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, glasses, and a cash register.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a coffee machine, a safe, and a wall-mounted coat rack.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view of trees.

Sudima Kaikoura

Kaikoura

P6,222

P7,156 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A living room with a large TV, a glass coffee table, a grey sofa, and a view of a mountain landscape through open doors.

A kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a fireplace.

Manata Lodge

Lower Shotover

P8,791

P10,110 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Queenstown

P10,315

P11,862 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern living room with large windows, a fireplace, and a view of a lake.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the pool area, a lounge with seating, and a stone wall in the background.

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Kawarau Falls

P12,227

P14,061 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor patio area with wooden benches, a stone wall, and a covered seating area.

A neatly made bed with white and teal pillows, a dark throw blanket, and two towels. A gold-framed mirror hangs above the bed.

A modern kitchen with a built-in stove, sink, and refrigerator.

A modern living room with grey sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a small table and chairs. A kitchen is visible in the background with white cabinets and a window.

Fairway Motel and Apartments

Wanaka

P5,867

P6,747 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of snow-capped mountains.

A modern two-story house with a stone facade, a wooden front door, and a garage.

A swimming pool with a view of mountains and a lake.

A modern living room with a large window offering a mountain view, a flat-screen TV, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a purple sofa.

Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts

Wanaka

P12,066

P13,876 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.

An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and a hillside with buildings.

A person dining at a table with a view of the sky and buildings.

A hotel room with a bed, a tray with breakfast items, a lamp, and a floral wall.

Tides Hotel

The Wood

P3,768

P4,333 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

10/10 Excellent

"Great location"

Airport Gateway Christchurch

10/10 Excellent

"Very easy stay, with a superb shuttle service that made our late arrival and early departure super easy. Thank you."

Hotel Give

10/10 Excellent

"A great hotel overlooking the Botanic Gardens and in walking distance of centre"

Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

10/10 Excellent

"The location was ssuperb"

Kamana Lakehouse

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay at Kamana Lakehouse was absolutely incredible! From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the breathtaking views, beautiful atmosphere and exceptional hospitality. What truly made our stay special was the amazing staff. Every staff member we encountered was genuinely warm, welcoming and incredibly helpful. Nothing ever felt like too much trouble, and their kindness and attention to detail made us feel so well looked after. They really went above and beyond to make our experience memorable. The property itself is stunning, with spectacular mountain and lake views, beautiful rooms and such a peaceful, luxurious atmosphere. It was the perfect place to relax after exploring Queenstown. We absolutely loved every moment of our stay and genuinely didn’t want to leave! Kamana Lakehouse was a highlight of our New Zealand holiday, and we cannot thank the wonderful staff enough for making it so special. We would return in a heartbeat and couldn’t recommend it more highly! ❤️"

Family friendly Hotels in South Island, New Zealand

Change your mind

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Check availability on South Island Family friendly Hotels

Our top choices for South Island family-friendly hotels

1. Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

2. QT Queenstown

3. The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

4. Distinction Dunedin Hotel

5. Sudima Christchurch City

6. Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

7. Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

8. Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

9. Fable Dunedin

10. Rydges Latimer Christchurch

Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in South Island

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in South Island

Peppers Bluewater Resort

Lake Resort by Marsden

The Godley Hotel

Harbourside Nelson

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Larnach Lodge

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

Kamana Lakehouse

Edit Hanmer Springs

Family-friendly hotels with pools in South Island

Edit Hanmer Springs

Andorra Motel

Kimi Ora Eco Resort

Sudima Kaikoura

Manata Lodge

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Fairway Motel and Apartments

Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts

Tides Hotel

Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

Airport Gateway Christchurch

Hotel Give

Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

Kamana Lakehouse

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