5 Star Hotels in South Island from NZ$97

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Top South Island 5 Stars Hotels

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
Kawarau Village, 79 Peninsula Road, Kawarau Falls
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The price is NZ$129 per night from 2 Nov. to 2 Nov.
4.4/5 Excellent! (988 reviews)
"Had another lovely stay at the hotel. Staff are friendly and helpful. The daily breakfast selection was delicious. Spa & pool were wonderful. Room had an incredible view of the lake but the lounge area seemed dark. The lounge area also had 2 interconnecting doors to 2 other rooms…would have preferred ..."

Reviewed on 11 Oct. 2021

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown

5 out of 5
30 Brunswick St, Queenstown
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The price is NZ$227 per night from 28 Oct. to 28 Oct.
4.7/5 Exceptional! (650 reviews)
"Lovely hotel to stay in. The rooms are comfortable. The amenities are great and it is within walking distance of restaurants and shopping. The lake views are wonderful. The staff are super helpful and friendly. I stay here regularly and will continue to do so."

Reviewed on 24 Sep. 2021

QT Queenstown
Chateau Marlborough

Chateau Marlborough

5 out of 5
Cnr High and Henry Streets, Blenheim
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The price is NZ$143 per night from 25 Oct. to 25 Oct.
4.5/5 Wonderful! (992 reviews)
"Loved the room comfortable bed and great location. Lovely pool area and bar to relax around after dinner. Great staff"

Reviewed on 18 Oct. 2021

Chateau Marlborough
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The George Christchurch

The George Christchurch

5 out of 5
50 Park Terrace, Christchurch
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The price is NZ$292 per night from 21 Oct. to 21 Oct.
4.7/5 Exceptional! (458 reviews)
"Beautiful"

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2021

The George Christchurch
Fino Hotel and Suites

Fino Hotel and Suites

5 out of 5
87 Kilmore Street, Christchurch
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The price is NZ$150 per night from 25 Oct. to 25 Oct.
4.2/5 Excellent! (614 reviews)
"Excellent location with two bedroom apartments, great for families"

Reviewed on 16 Oct. 2021

Fino Hotel and Suites
Bluestone On George

Bluestone On George

5 out of 5
571 George Street, Dunedin
The price is NZ$189 per night from 21 Oct. to 21 Oct.
4.9/5 Exceptional! (813 reviews)
"We loved everything about this place. Spacious rooms with outdoor areas. Great lobby. The place is really nicely designed and very tidy. Views are great too. Absolutely our preferred place to stay in Dunedin."

Reviewed on 15 Oct. 2021

Bluestone On George
Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa

Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa

5 out of 5
8 Duke Street, Queenstown
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The price is NZ$295 per night from 21 Oct. to 21 Oct.
4.7/5 Exceptional! (597 reviews)
"Very nice Great location All amenities lovely"

Reviewed on 16 Oct. 2021

Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa
Fable Dunedin

Fable Dunedin

5 out of 5
310 Princes St, Dunedin
The price is NZ$240 per night from 10 Nov. to 10 Nov.
4.5/5 Wonderful! (96 reviews)
"We had a lovely, night meal, and fantastic breakfast would love to stay again. Thank you."

Reviewed on 18 Oct. 2021

Fable Dunedin
Jucy Snooze Christchurch

Jucy Snooze Christchurch

5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road, Burnside, Christchurch
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The price is NZ$115 per night from 21 Oct. to 21 Oct.
4/5 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Clean rooms, Rooms are much smaller than they appear in the photo's but still suitable for an overnight stay."

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2021

Jucy Snooze Christchurch
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

5 out of 5
10-18 Brunswick Street, Queenstown
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The price is NZ$234 per night from 21 Oct. to 21 Oct.
4.5/5 Wonderful! (997 reviews)
"Great view s and fabulous food at the restaurant"

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2021

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City

5 out of 5
47-49 Salisbury Street, Christchurch, Canterbury
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The price is NZ$203 per night from 14 Nov. to 14 Nov.
4.8/5 Exceptional! (98 reviews)
"Great location and very clean and modern. Great staff"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2021

Sudima Christchurch City
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

5 out of 5
110 Frankton Road, Queenstown
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The price is NZ$162 per night from 24 Oct. to 24 Oct.
4.2/5 Excellent! (734 reviews)
"Great views, good location, close enough for a 10-15min walk to Queenstown centre"

Reviewed on 30 Sep. 2021

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort

5 out of 5
1124 Malaghans Road, Arrowtown
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The price is NZ$328 per night from 27 Oct. to 27 Oct.
4.9/5 Exceptional! (640 reviews)
Lovely resort in a great location
"We really enjoyed our stay. Such a beautiful resort. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Nothing was too much trouble. Amazing views. Very quiet and peaceful. Our room was very spacious and luxurious, lovely big bed, nice and comfortable, lovely big bathroom. This was our second visit and we ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2021

Millbrook Resort
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

5 out of 5
43-55 Trafalgar Street, Nelson
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The price is NZ$115 per night from 25 Oct. to 25 Oct.
4.7/5 Exceptional! (1,158 reviews)
"Very well equipped studio room in a perfect location. The room contained everything you needed but didn't feel cramped at all. The bed was big and soft, the shower was hot and powerful and the kitchenette was great! Located right next to cafes, shops, restaurants and bars. Perfect stay!"

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2021

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
The Spire Hotel Queenstown

The Spire Hotel Queenstown

5 out of 5
3-5 Church Lane, Queenstown
The price is NZ$371 per night from 26 Oct. to 26 Oct.
4.8/5 Exceptional! (66 reviews)
"The service is next level! Nothing is ever an issue and they went out of their way to make us feel so special on our honeymoon. Thankyou"

Reviewed on 25 Apr. 2021

The Spire Hotel Queenstown
The Sails Nelson

The Sails Nelson

5 out of 5
7 Trafalgar Street, Nelson
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The price is NZ$170 per night from 1 Nov. to 1 Nov.
4.9/5 Exceptional! (520 reviews)
"Brilliant spot and great service."

Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2021

The Sails Nelson
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

5 out of 5
377 Frankton Road, Queenstown
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The price is NZ$245 per night from 21 Oct. to 21 Oct.
4.7/5 Exceptional! (994 reviews)
"Fabulous place to stay…..highly recommend."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2021

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Hotel Give

Hotel Give

5 out of 5
12 Hereford Street, Christchurch
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The price is NZ$99 per night from 26 Oct. to 26 Oct.
3.9/5 Good! (715 reviews)
"Excellent value and location."

Reviewed on 18 Oct. 2021

Hotel Give
Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa

Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa

5 out of 5
1820 State Highway 6, Gibbston, Otago
4.9/5 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our stay, modern , thought through chalets design, will definitely be back"

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2021

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Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa
Clear Ridge Apartments

Clear Ridge Apartments

5 out of 5
28 Jacks Pass Road, Hanmer Springs
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$291 per night from 25 Oct. to 25 Oct.
4.7/5 Exceptional! (411 reviews)
"Serviced apartment with a kitchen and close to everything"

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2021

Clear Ridge Apartments

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Southwark Hotel & Apartments

Southwark Hotel & Apartments

25 Southwark Street, Christchurch
The price is NZ$97 per night from Oct 27 to Oct 27
4.2/5 Very Good! (1,623 reviews)
Southwark Hotel & Apartments
Hanmer Springs Hotel

Hanmer Springs Hotel

1 CONICAL HILL ROAD, 1, Hanmer Springs
The price is NZ$153 per night from Nov 7 to Nov 7
4.5/5 Wonderful! (149 reviews)
Hanmer Springs Hotel
Ramada Queenstown Central

Ramada Queenstown Central

24 Frankton Road, Queenstown
The price is NZ$115 per night from Nov 9 to Nov 9
4.4/5 Excellent! (398 reviews)
Ramada Queenstown Central

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QT Queenstown
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5 / 5 Excellent
Lovely hotel to stay in. The rooms are comfortable. The amenities are great and it is within walking distance of restaurants and shopping. The lake views are wonderful. The staff are super helpful and friendly. I stay here regularly and will continue to do so.
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