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Recommended hotels in South Island

A row of cabins with a mountain backdrop and a hot air balloon in the sky.

1. Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
5.0 star property
Arrowtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (784 reviews)
"Space to walk, restaurants, gym and pool. Lovely environment"
Australia
Peter
The price is P19,755
P22,718 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Millbrook Resort
A rustic cabin with stone walls, a metal roof, and wooden deck seating.

2. Cardrona Hotel

Cardrona Hotel
3.0 star property
Cardrona
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (844 reviews)
"A beautiful historic hotel. Lovely done out rooms and a great stay for us. We really enjoyed our time here and it was a relaxing and pleasant experience."
United Kingdom
Stephen
The price is P5,607
P6,448 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Cardrona Hotel
An outdoor seating area with wooden benches and cushions, a glass wall, and string lights.

3. Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
4.5 star property
Frankton
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (909 reviews)
"Great place to stay and very friendly staff!"
Australia
Caroline
The price is P9,546
P10,978 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
A riverside hotel with modern architecture, a walking path, and a view of mountains.

4. Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Kawarau Falls
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Absolutely loved the breakfast daily, fresh food, great variety and the staff were all so lovely and helpful. Rooms were cleaned well and beds made daily with fresh towels. Great location by the lake."
Australia
Kacie
The price is P11,857
P13,636 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
A modern house with a covered patio, a stone pathway, and a view of mountains.

5. Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
4.0 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (685 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Mike
The price is P7,659
P8,808 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
A hotel named Beachfront with a modern facade, large windows, and a welcoming entrance.

6. Beachfront Hotel

Beachfront Hotel
3.5 star property
Hokitika
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely, spacious room with a fabulous ocean view. Staff are friendly & helpful. Meals in the restaurant are tasty & plentiful. Everything in town is within easy walking distance."
Australia
Elizabeth
The price is P5,514
P6,341 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Beachfront Hotel
A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a sign that reads 'RAMADA.'

7. Ramada Suites by Wyndham Christchurch City

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Christchurch City
4.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (865 reviews)
"staff were very pleasant and helpful. location was great. Room had everything we wanted and more."
United States
Vallipuram
The price is P5,995
P6,894 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Christchurch City
A building with a wooden roof and stone pillars, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

8. Edgewater

Edgewater
4.5 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay with great views"
Australia
Sunny
The price is P16,989
P19,538 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Edgewater
A modern building with a central atrium, large windows, and a view of a lake and mountains.

9. The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
5.0 star property
Queenstown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Location is great, quiet, look straight out onto the lake."
Australia
Dave
The price is P21,651
P24,898 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
A modern hotel with a glass facade, parking lot, and a mountainous backdrop.

10. 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, (779 reviews)
"Great stay!"
Australia
Isaac
The price is P8,753
P10,066 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
A hotel with a covered outdoor area, a staircase, and a red carpet.

11. Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect place. Great location. Staff and bar were fantastic."
United States
Melissa
The price is P13,190
P15,168 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
A row of modern cabins with large windows, a gravel driveway, and a fenced vineyard in the background.

12. Suncrest Villas

Suncrest Villas
3.0 star property
Cromwell
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"The place looks brand new and is well appointed."
Australia
Willie
The price is P6,090
P7,004 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Suncrest Villas
A modern hotel entrance with a sign reading 'Sudima Hotels'.

13. Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (646 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff."
Australia
sanjay
The price is P6,470
P7,441 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Sudima Kaikoura
A motel with a green roof, a central parking area, and well-maintained landscaping.

14. Andorra Motel

Andorra Motel
3.0 star property
Geraldine
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (320 reviews)
"very clean quiet place to stay"
Australia
Jim
The price is P5,416
P6,228 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Andorra Motel
A modern building with large windows and a stone pathway leading to it, situated on a pebbled beach with driftwood in the foreground.

15. Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
4.0 star property
Punakaiki
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (872 reviews)
"Great location, very helpful staff and great view of the sunset. Beds were comfortable. Great stay"
Canada
Evan
The price is P6,622
P7,615 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
A lodge with a prominent mountain backdrop, a large entrance, and solar panels on the roof.

16. Alpine Lodge

Alpine Lodge
3.5 star property
St. Arnaud
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (504 reviews)
"Great location very friendly staff and awesome pizza available at the restaurant"
Australia
andrew
The price is P4,240
P4,876 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Alpine Lodge
A terrace with white bar stools and tables overlooking a mountainous landscape and a body of water.

17. Mi-pad Queenstown

Mi-pad Queenstown
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice one to stay, very close to city center."
Australia
Yujia
The price is P11,810
P13,930 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Mi-pad Queenstown
A mountainous landscape with a lake, a small settlement, and dense forest.

18. Sherwood Queenstown

Sherwood Queenstown
4.0 star property
Queenstown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel with nice staff"
United States
Samira
The price is P7,577
P8,713 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Sherwood Queenstown
A modern dining area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of mountains and a lake.

19. Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse
4.5 star property
Fernhill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (706 reviews)
"Nice place to relax and stay"
United States
Mingjun
The price is P12,749
P14,661 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Kamana Lakehouse
A modern building with large glass windows, a brick chimney, and a clear view of the surrounding landscape.

20. Wanaka Hotel

Wanaka Hotel
3.0 star property
Wanaka
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (776 reviews)
"Very clean, easy check in and Very central to amenities."
Australia
Samantha
The price is P9,420
P10,833 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Wanaka Hotel
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Larger, less populated and harder to reach than the northern “Main Island,” this area features New Zealand’s longest glacier, its highest mountain and much more.

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A town nestled between mountains and a large lake with several islands.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do houseboats in South Island cost?

Rates for houseboats in South Island range between P 4,239 and P 21,650 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.