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An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar with bottles and glasses, and a view of the city skyline.
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white sink, and a mirror with a wooden frame.
A building with a unique geometric facade and the 'five mile' logo, surrounded by mountains and a clear sky.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of mountains through the window.

1. Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
Frankton
NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
A riverside hotel with modern architecture, a walking path, and a view of mountains.
A modern building with a pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the water.
A modern outdoor seating area with a stone fire pit, overlooking a lake and 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.

2. Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Kawarau Falls
NZ$390
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
A modern bathroom with a round mirror, a sink, and a glass-enclosed shower.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining table.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, a nightstand, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
A building facade with a sign that reads "DISTRICT HOTEL PARCELS" and "PARCELS" above the entrance.

3. Distinction Dunedin Hotel

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.
NZ$255
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
A modern bathroom with marble flooring, a large mirror, two sinks, and a glass-enclosed shower.
A three-tiered dessert display on a round table with a woven coaster, accompanied by two glasses of white wine.
A bar area with stools, a counter, and a decorative plant.
A historic building with a classic architectural style, featuring multiple stories, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

4. Fable Dunedin

Fable Dunedin
Dunedin City Centre
  • Family-friendly escapes make Fable Dunedin perfect for kids, with cots and nearby attractions to explore.
NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Fable Dunedin
A playground with swings and a slide, surrounded by grass and trees, with mountains in the background.
A large wooden house with a stone wall and a pond in front.
Restaurant
A spacious balcony with a dining area, a sofa, and a grill, overlooking a mountainous landscape.

5. Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
Arrowtown
  • Unleash family adventures in the heart of Arrowtown at this luxury eco-hotel with indoor pool, playground, and vast outdoor activities.
NZ$640
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Millbrook Resort
A balcony with a table set for breakfast overlooking a mountain and lake.
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.
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a mountain backdrop.

6. Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
Queenstown
  • Escape to family paradise with scenic pools and kid-friendly amenities, making mountain adventures easy at this relaxing retreat.
NZ$383
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
A modern dining area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of mountains and a lake.
A modern interior with stone walls, a wooden ceiling, and large windows offering mountain views.
A modern interior with wooden panel walls, a marble reception desk, and a seating area with a curved bench.
A modern bathroom with a wooden bathtub, a wooden shelf with towels, and a view of mountains and a lake.

7. Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse
Fernhill
  • Family bliss above Lake Wakatipu—explore three steamy spa pools and relish luxury eco-certified stays with panoramic mountain views.
NZ$427
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Kamana Lakehouse
A modern building with large windows and a stone pathway leading to it, situated on a pebbled beach with driftwood in the foreground.
A wooden balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach and ocean.
A coastal resort with beachfront villas, a road leading to the beach, and lush greenery.

8. Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
Punakaiki
NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the sunset over the ocean.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of the beach and ocean.
A modern room with large floor-to-ceiling windows offering a view of the ocean. There are two chairs and a small table in the room.
A reception desk at Ocean View Restaurant & Bar with a view of parked cars outside.

9. Beachfront Hotel

Beachfront Hotel
Hokitika
  • Family paradise at Beachfront Hotel in Hokitika with oceanfront dining and kid-friendly beach access for endless fun.
NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Beachfront Hotel
Two people sitting on bean bags by a lake with mountains in the background.
A spacious living area with leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and framed artwork on the walls.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, a chair, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.
A group of people seated on wicker furniture facing a lake with mountains in the background.

10. Edgewater

Edgewater
Wanaka
NZ$309
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Edgewater
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Breakfast included
Pool
All-inclusive
4 stars
5 stars

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in South Island

A modern building with a large patio area, a mountain in the background, and a body of water in the foreground.
A person at a table with a view of mountains and a body of water.
A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of a lake and mountains.
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.

Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort
Lake Tekapo
NZ$419
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Peppers Bluewater Resort
A row of waterfront cottages with balconies, wooden decks, and a mountain backdrop.
A spacious living room with a large window overlooking a pool and mountains, a wooden dining table, and comfortable seating.
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

Lake Resort by Marsden
Mount Pisa
NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Lake Resort by Marsden
A wooden deck with tables and chairs overlooking a lake and mountains.
A couple standing by a lake with mountains in the background.
A restaurant interior with a bar area, seating arrangement, and a view of the outside.
A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, wooden seating, and a large window.

The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel
Lake Tekapo
NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
The Godley Hotel
A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a marina with numerous boats.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a microwave, and a plant.
A compact kitchen with a built-in microwave, a small countertop, and a dishwasher.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a countertop with various food items, a red toaster, and a hanging light fixture.

Harbourside Nelson

Harbourside Nelson
Port Nelson
NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Harbourside Nelson
Room
A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, plush seating, and a blue accent wall.
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.

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
Frankton
NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
A formal garden with a central lawn leading to a building with a symmetrical facade and a stone wall.
A long banquet table set for a formal event, with chairs on both sides and a chandelier above.
An ornate room with wooden paneling, stained glass windows, and a chandelier.
A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and a view of the sea.

Larnach Lodge

Larnach Lodge
Larnachs Castle
NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Larnach Lodge
A modern building with large windows and a stone pathway leading to it, situated on a pebbled beach with driftwood in the foreground.
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.
A coastal resort with beachfront villas, a road leading to the beach, and lush greenery.

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
Punakaiki
NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A modern building entrance with wooden paneling, a glass door, and a view of a lush garden.
A modern multi-story building with a wooden exterior, multiple balconies, and a lush surrounding forest.
A modern building with a long corridor and multiple balconies, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef
Franz Josef Glacier
NZ$376
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef
A modern dining area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of mountains and a lake.
A modern interior with stone walls, a wooden ceiling, and large windows offering mountain views.
A modern lounge area with a stone wall, a fireplace, sofas, and a bar with a bartender.
A modern bathroom with a wooden bathtub, a wooden shelf with towels, and a view of mountains and a lake.

Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse
Fernhill
NZ$427
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Kamana Lakehouse
A covered outdoor area with a gravel path leading to a wooden structure, surrounded by greenery and a mountainous backdrop.
A large, two-story building with a beige facade, multiple arched windows, and a central entrance with steps.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, potted plants, and umbrellas.
A conference room with round tables, chairs, and a view of a garden through large windows.

Edit Hanmer Springs

Edit Hanmer Springs
Hanmer Springs
NZ$128
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Edit Hanmer Springs
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Family-friendly hotels with pools in South Island

A covered outdoor area with a gravel path leading to a wooden structure, surrounded by greenery and a mountainous backdrop.
A large, two-story building with a beige facade, multiple arched windows, and a central entrance with steps.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, potted plants, and umbrellas.
A conference room with round tables, chairs, and a view of a garden through large windows.

Edit Hanmer Springs

Edit Hanmer Springs
Hanmer Springs
NZ$128
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Edit Hanmer Springs
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.
Living area

Andorra Motel

Andorra Motel
Geraldine
NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Andorra Motel
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 log cabin bedroom with two beds, a wardrobe, and a large window.
A wooden cabin room with a bed, a table, and chairs. There is a large window with a view of greenery and a building.

Kimi Ora Eco Resort

Kimi Ora Eco Resort
Kaiteriteri
NZ$282
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Kimi Ora Eco Resort
A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a chair, and a painting on the wall.
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.
A buffet with various food options including fruits, cheeses, and meats.

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura
NZ$198
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Sudima Kaikoura
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 hallway with a wooden bench, a door leading outside, and a small table with a plant.
A gravel driveway leading to a gated entrance with a stone wall and a sign reading "Manata Lodge."
A kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and a view of the outdoors.

Manata Lodge

Manata Lodge
Lower Shotover
NZ$280
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Manata Lodge
A balcony with a table set for breakfast overlooking a mountain and lake.
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.
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a mountain backdrop.

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
Queenstown
NZ$383
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
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 modern outdoor seating area with a stone fire pit, overlooking a lake and mountains.
A modern living room with large windows, a fireplace, and a view of a lake.

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Kawarau Falls
NZ$390
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
An outdoor patio area with wooden benches, a stone wall, and a covered seating area.
A pool area with a wicker sofa and a speaker.
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.

Fairway Motel and Apartments

Fairway Motel and Apartments
Wanaka
NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Fairway Motel and Apartments
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of snow-capped mountains.
A modern kitchen with a large island, a dining area with a view of mountains, and a black carpeted floor.
A modern two-story house with a stone facade, a wooden front door, and a garage.
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

Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts
Wanaka
NZ$355
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts
A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.
A room with a large window overlooking a pool and greenery. There is a table and chairs outside the window.
An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and a hillside with buildings.
A hotel room with a bed, a tray with breakfast items, a lamp, and a floral wall.

Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
The Wood
NZ$120
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Tides Hotel
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Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

10/10 Excellent
"Great location"
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Posted 1 day ago
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Airport Gateway Christchurch

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."
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Posted 1 day ago
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Hotel Give

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10/10 Excellent
"The location was ssuperb"
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Kamana Lakehouse

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! ❤️"
Alana 6-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Kamana Lakehouse