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A modern cabin with a stone exterior, large windows, and a view of a lake and mountains.

1. Guide Hill Station Lodge

Guide Hill Station Lodge
4.0 star property
Tekapo
The price is NZ$431
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Guide Hill Station Lodge
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, (825 reviews)
"Highly Recommended and the best Hotel quiet close in Queenstown ❤️"
Australia
Cristine
The price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Cardrona Hotel

3. Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport
4.5 star property
Christchurch Airport
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,176 reviews)
"Great place to stay when flying out of NZ"
Australia
Nigel
The price is NZ$224
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Sudima Christchurch Airport
A modern hotel with a prominent 'NOVOTEL' sign, featuring a sleek, contemporary design with large windows and a structured facade.

4. Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport
4.5 star property
Christchurch Airport
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,105 reviews)
"Great stay, Dry handy to the airport"
Australia
Matt
The price is NZ$256
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Novotel Christchurch Airport
A modern hotel with multiple buildings, large windows, and snow-covered surroundings.

5. The Hermitage Hotel Mount Cook

The Hermitage Hotel Mount Cook
4.5 star property
Mount Cook
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Buffet was really good"
Australia
Natasha
The price is NZ$452
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
The Hermitage Hotel Mount Cook
A group of people seated on wicker furniture facing a lake with mountains in the background.

6. Edgewater

Edgewater
4.5 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great quiet location and good sized room."
Australia
Niko
The price is NZ$296
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Edgewater
A modern building with large windows and a stone pathway leading to it, situated on a pebbled beach with driftwood in the foreground.

7. Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
4.0 star property
Punakaiki
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (849 reviews)
"One night stay, a perfect location, lovely room and lovely restaurant meals."
Australia
Kaye
The price is NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
A modern house with a glass door entrance, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background.

8. Heartland Hotel Haast

Heartland Hotel Haast
3.0 star property
Haast
7.8 out of 10, Good, (743 reviews)
"Fabulous staff, lovely food, great value and very clean. "
United Kingdom
Fiona
The price is NZ$125
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Heartland Hotel Haast
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of the beach and ocean.

9. Beachfront Hotel

Beachfront Hotel
3.5 star property
Hokitika
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Beach front location was brilliant. Lovely staff too."
Japan
Matthew
The price is NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Beachfront Hotel
A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, blue chairs, a marble reception desk, and a chandelier.

10. Commodore Airport Hotel

Commodore Airport Hotel
4.5 star property
Burnside
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Parking was great and rooms were good for our quick family 1 night stay"
Australia
Carly
The price is NZ$200
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Commodore Airport Hotel
A modern bar area with seating, a counter with a logo, and a view of the outside.

11. 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, (732 reviews)
"The staff was friendly and accommodating. The breakfast was excellent, and the rooms were clean and equipped with all necessary amenities."
Australia
Vishant
The price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, a mirror, and a bench with a towel on it.

12. Andorra Motel

Andorra Motel
3.0 star property
Geraldine
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (318 reviews)
"It was a fantastic motel and highly recommend it. "
Australia
Dianne
The price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Andorra Motel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, and a balcony with a view of the sea and mountains.

13. Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (625 reviews)
"Beautiful location, very comfy hotel"
Australia
Maree
The price is NZ$189
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Sudima Kaikoura
A large wooden house with a stone wall and a pond in front.

14. Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
5.0 star property
Arrowtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (777 reviews)
"Beautiful views and very quiet great facilities"
Australia
Layne
The price is NZ$551
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Millbrook Resort
A modern bathroom with a wooden bathtub, a wooden shelf with towels, and a view of mountains and a lake.

15. Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse
4.5 star property
Fernhill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (675 reviews)
"Absolutely sensational stay. Loved everything"
Australia
Devyn
The price is NZ$365
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Kamana Lakehouse
A riverside hotel with modern architecture, a walking path, and a view of mountains.

16. Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Kawarau Falls
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful location and great restaurant and bar. easy access to town via ferry."
Australia
Emma
The price is NZ$339
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
A modern stone house with a stone facade, a sloped roof, and a view of mountains in the background.

17. Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
4.5 star property
Queenstown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,045 reviews)
"Great stay, room was comfortable and breakfast was great"
Australia
SungEun
The price is NZ$327
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
A modern building with stone facades and large windows, a clear sky, and a mountain in the background.

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown

DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown
4.5 star property
Kawarau Falls
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Shane
The price is NZ$237
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows overlooking the street.

19. The Mayfair

The Mayfair
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (329 reviews)
"Comfy room, friendly staff, awesome location, onsite paid carpark available. Only minor to claim is the water pressure in shower room a bit soft however overall is perfect!!!"
Australia
Li Yong
The price is NZ$285
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
The Mayfair
A modern hotel entrance with a stone facade, large potted plants, and a well-lit interior visible through the glass doors.

20. Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
5.0 star property
Blenheim CBD
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
Australia
Ian
The price is NZ$123
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

8/10 Good
"We had a very good accomodation..,Staff are polite and helpful.Will be back for sure... Highly recommended..Thanks"
Arby Batinga 4-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

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