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Our top choices for South Island family-friendly hotels

Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport
4.5 star property
Christchurch Airport
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,079 reviews)
The price is NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Novotel Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport
4.5 star property
Christchurch Airport
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,154 reviews)
The price is NZ$189
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
4.5 star property
Frankton
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (802 reviews)
The price is NZ$268
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse
4.5 star property
Fernhill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (656 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Family bliss above Lake Wakatipu—explore three steamy spa pools and relish luxury eco-certified stays with panoramic mountain views.
The price is NZ$537
includes taxes & fees
25 July - 26 July
Kamana Lakehouse

Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
5.0 star property
Arrowtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (772 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Unleash family adventures in the heart of Arrowtown at this luxury eco-hotel with indoor pool, playground, and vast outdoor activities.
The price is NZ$620
includes taxes & fees
15 July - 16 July
Millbrook Resort

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
4.0 star property
Punakaiki
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (843 reviews)
The price is NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
17 July - 18 July
Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

Cardrona Hotel

Cardrona Hotel
3.0 star property
Cardrona
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (809 reviews)
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
Cardrona Hotel

Commodore Airport Hotel

Commodore Airport Hotel
4.5 star property
Burnside
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Family fun elevated with indoor swimming, tennis courts, and thoughtful amenities just minutes from Hagley Park.
The price is NZ$214
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Commodore Airport Hotel

Braemar Lodge And Spa

Braemar Lodge And Spa
4.5 star property
Hanmer Springs
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (783 reviews)
The price is NZ$248
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
Braemar Lodge And Spa

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (606 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Beachside family adventure with spectacular ocean views, kid-friendly pool, and luxurious comforts for all ages.
The price is NZ$189
includes taxes & fees
21 July - 22 July
Sudima Kaikoura
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