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Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport
4.5 star property
Christchurch Airport
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,058 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean room, great location by the airport"
Australia
Brynnie
The price is P8,413
P9,675 total
includes taxes & fees
May 11 - May 12
Novotel Christchurch Airport
Aerial view

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (549 reviews)
"Great stay amazing place with amazing views "
Australia
Sean
The price is P5,566
P6,401 total
includes taxes & fees
May 14 - May 15
Sudima Kaikoura
Front of property

Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse
4.5 star property
Fernhill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (608 reviews)
"Clean room, amazing view deck, friendly front desk staff, free parking, wonderful breakfast. "
United States
Suzanne
The price is P9,181
P10,558 total
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
Kamana Lakehouse
Property entrance

Beachfront Hotel

Beachfront Hotel
3.5 star property
Hokitika
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Nice hotel-- beach front view was very beautiful. The town is also very walkable with great dining options. Overall a nice place to stay in a good location."
United States
Ashley
The price is P4,875
P5,606 total
includes taxes & fees
May 3 - May 4
Beachfront Hotel
Exterior

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
4.5 star property
Frankton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (677 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable room, helpful staff"
United States
Kathy
The price is P6,110
P7,027 total
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
Beach nearby, black sand

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
4.0 star property
Punakaiki
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (808 reviews)
"Great location and room."
United States
Abbas S
The price is P5,451
P6,269 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 17 - Apr 18
Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
4 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Japanese cuisine

Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
5.0 star property
Arrowtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (758 reviews)
"Incredible place, very peaceful, great service and epic food"
United Kingdom
Muhammad
The price is P15,046
P17,303 total
includes taxes & fees
May 2 - May 3
Millbrook Resort
Exterior

Limetree Lodge

Limetree Lodge
3.5 star property
Wānaka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly service, all we needed"
Australia
Roger
The price is P9,565
P11,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Limetree Lodge
Property entrance

Commodore Airport Hotel

Commodore Airport Hotel
4.5 star property
Burnside
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay "
Australia
JILL
The price is P7,047
P8,104 total
includes taxes & fees
May 3 - May 4
Commodore Airport Hotel
Free WiFi

Driftaway Queenstown

Driftaway Queenstown
2.0 star property
Frankton
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Great location, clean rooms and toilets facilities. Great view. Definitely stay here again. Parking right outside door."
Australia
Michael
The price is P9,770
P11,432 total
includes taxes & fees
May 7 - May 8
Driftaway Queenstown
Exterior

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Kawarau Falls
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Breakfast is lovely "
Australia
Karina
The price is P10,153
P11,676 total
includes taxes & fees
May 10 - May 11
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Front of property

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
4.5 star property
Frankton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (758 reviews)
"Location was great"
United States
Paul
The price is P6,869
P7,900 total
includes taxes & fees
May 13 - May 14
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
Exterior

Woolshed Suites

Woolshed Suites
2.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Great location friendly staff large rooms"
Australia
William
The price is P11,255
P12,943 total
includes taxes & fees
May 6 - May 7
Woolshed Suites
Exterior

Ugbrooke Country Estate

Ugbrooke Country Estate
3.0 star property
Lower Dashwood
The price is P9,341
P10,742 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Ugbrooke Country Estate
Property entrance

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
5.0 star property
Blenheim CBD
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay"
Australia
William
The price is P3,832
P4,407 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Property entrance

The Mayfair

The Mayfair
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (309 reviews)
"Great hotel and a nice little walk into town "
United Kingdom
Debbie
The price is P8,494
P9,768 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
The Mayfair
Exterior

Braemar Lodge And Spa

Braemar Lodge And Spa
4.5 star property
Hanmer Springs
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (755 reviews)
"Cleanliness, friendly staff, breakfast and dinner was yummy"
Australia
Daryl
The price is P7,816
P8,989 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Braemar Lodge And Spa
Exterior

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
5.0 star property
Queenstown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Exceptionally clean, well laid out apartment. Great customer service, easy check in. Shuttle to and from the hotel, great add on."
Canada
Anne-Marie
The price is P13,376
P15,383 total
includes taxes & fees
May 4 - May 5
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Exterior

Pioneer Motel

Pioneer Motel
2.0 star property
Collingwood
The price is P6,057
P6,965 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Pioneer Motel
Front of property - evening/night

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
4.0 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (671 reviews)
"Good location and great restaurant "
United States
Komalkirti
The price is P7,583
P8,720 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
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BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

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South Island Houseboats information

Number of reviews
11,235
Accommodation
1 Houseboats
Lowest Price
P4,407
Highest Price
P17,303

Frequently asked questions

How much do houseboats in South Island cost?
Rates for houseboats in South Island range between P4,407 and P17,303 per night. No matter your budget, Expedia will have the ideal option for you and your crewmates. These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for a hotel booking with a check-in date within the next year. Prices reflect current offers and availability is subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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What is there to do in South Island near my houseboat?
You'll find loads of ways to spend your time in South Island. If you're heading to Queenstown, be sure to look around Queenstown Mall, SKYCITY Wharf Casino and CaddyShack City Mini Golf. Spending your vacay in Christchurch? Christchurch Golf Club, Northlands Shopping Centre and Bush Inn Centre are among the best sights here.

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