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LyLo Christchurch
Property amenity

LyLo Christchurch

5.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Close to airport."
The price is AED 241
AED 277 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
LyLo Christchurch
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
View from property

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1356)
"Nice unit, spacious and well appointed. "
The price is AED 414
AED 478 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Restaurant

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Found the property excellent, friendly helpful staff, exquiste surroundings with beautiful scenery."
The price is AED 468
AED 538 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Sudima Kaikoura
Deluxe Twin | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Sudima Kaikoura

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (377)
"Great comfy bed, nice food & awesome views."
The price is AED 316
AED 363 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
Sudima Kaikoura
Sudima Christchurch City
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Sudima Christchurch City

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (427)
"Great stay. Nice hotel staff and clean room with modern design."
The price is AED 420
AED 483 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Sudima Christchurch City
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (217)
"Wonderful place with good views and staff"
The price is AED 845
AED 977 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
The Mayfair
Top of House - King | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

The Mayfair

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (243)
"Very pleasant."
The price is AED 508
AED 589 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
The Mayfair
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Lounge

Haka House Lake Tekapo

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (306)
"Very nice place to stay."
The price is AED 386
AED 447 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Haka House Lake Tekapo
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
Reception

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (250)
"A beautiful hotel in a great location. A great coffee shop right in the former university complex, art, music, and across from the botanical gardens. "
The price is AED 405
AED 467 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
QT Queenstown
Bar (on property)

QT Queenstown

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (947)
"Great location away but walkable to the downtown activities."
The price is AED 569
AED 655 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
QT Queenstown
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Property entrance

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great friendly staff "
The price is AED 206
AED 239 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
The George Christchurch
Exterior

The George Christchurch

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (601)
"Good staff and service! "
The price is AED 570
AED 655 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
The George Christchurch
LyLo Queenstown
Terrace/patio

LyLo Queenstown

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (656)
"This is a hotel for backpackers. They do have private rooms for us. Great location and modern."
The price is AED 273
AED 314 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
LyLo Queenstown
Fable Dunedin
Front of property - evening/night

Fable Dunedin

5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (450)
"Great location & the room was very nice"
The price is AED 415
AED 484 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Fable Dunedin
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
Exterior

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Excellent location and beautiful hotel! Walk to everything Queenstown has to offer, close to all the bars, restaurants and activities. The hotel has a lovely restaurant, breakfast was great, open fire in the lounge/lobby and awesome hot tub outside."
The price is AED 632
AED 727 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Outdoor pool

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1356)
"Amazing accommodation - great team and service - brilliant"
The price is AED 210
AED 241 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Poshtel
Interior

Poshtel

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (301)
"Easy to find,very well renovated,helpful receptionist."
The price is AED 320
AED 369 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Poshtel
Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef
Exterior

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (178)
"The restaurant was amazing. "
The price is AED 665
AED 765 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
Indoor pool

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (906)
"Comfortable beds!"
The price is AED 178
AED 207 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"This property was a wonderful place to relax after our days of exploration in and around Queenstown!"
The price is AED 928
AED 1,067 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
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Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown by IHG

CNR STANLEY AND SYDNEY STREET, Queenstown
The price is AED 513 per night from Jun 22 to Jun 23
AED 513
AED 590 total
22 Jun - 23 Jun
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
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Frequently asked questions

What are the best 5-star hotels in South Island?
If you're staying in the well-known city of Queenstown in South Island, Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa is a traveler favorite. Other 5-star escapes here that are rated highly by Expedia customers are The Spire Hotel Queenstown and Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery. Whichever you opt for, every aspect of your visit will be meticulously curated to provide an outstanding experience.
How much does it cost to stay in a 5-star hotel in South Island?
The amount you pay for a 5-star hotel in South Island depends on things such as when you want to go and the length of your vacation. Our top tip for bagging the best deal? Use our pricing filters to compare the available options for your selected dates.
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What makes a hotel 5 stars in South Island?
From high-end dining venues and 24-hour gyms to pools and the finest bedding, the 5-star experience in South Island is all about indulgence and comfort. But it calls for more than just upscale amenities to receive a 5-star rating. Hotels must also provide superb guest services like in-room massage treatments, on-site laundry and room service any time night or day.