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Haka House Lake Tekapo

5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (364)
"客室は綺麗でした。トイレやシャワーの数は少なめなので混む時もありましたが、共有エリアからの眺めが最高でくつろげました。"
Japan
KASUMI
The price is AED 965
AED 1,109 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Haka House Lake Tekapo

LyLo Christchurch

5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Rooms were clean with lots of under bed storage! Walking distance to the airport! Washer and dryer on site! Lovely showers with good pressure! "
Canada
Santana
The price is AED 314
AED 361 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
LyLo Christchurch

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (283)
"Beautiful designed and well kept hotel right downtown "
Australia
JH
The price is AED 552
AED 634 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

Quest on Kilmore

5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (177)
"Bâtiment neuf, belles chambres modernes, personnel attentionné, hôtel bien situé a distance de marche des points d’intérêt de Christchurch "
Canada
Guy
The price is AED 360
AED 414 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Quest on Kilmore

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

5.0 star property
Queenstown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Beautiful hotel in a great location. "
United States
Sean
The price is AED 1,125
AED 1,294 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
Kawarau Falls
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Great place to stay, fantastic rooms and awesome views. "
Australia
Ash
The price is AED 754
AED 868 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Bealey Quarter

5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (416)
"Large room, really great value for money"
Australia
Fiona
The price is AED 192
AED 221 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Bealey Quarter

Sudima Kaikoura

5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (449)
"Our 3-night stay at Sudima Kaikoura was initially off to a rocky start. We had earlier informed the hotel that we would be celebrating our 10th wedding anniversary but there were no special arrangements made. As we settled in to wind down for the night, we were disappointed that the in-room TV was faulty. Duty Manager Adil personally came to try to rectify the issue. Upon finding it unfixable without further disturbing our rest, he offered us a new room with an ocean view. Adil also saw to our...
Singapore
David
The price is AED 405
AED 466 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Sudima Kaikoura

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

5.0 star property
Queenstown
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1443)
"Staff was very friendly and helpful. Great location to food and entertainment. "
United States
Rebecca
The price is AED 738
AED 850 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Sudima Christchurch City

5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (506)
"Great location, good room set up, lovely staff."
United States
Deidre
The price is AED 541
AED 623 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Sudima Christchurch City

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

5.0 star property
Papanui
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (937)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Matthew
The price is AED 228
AED 262 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 January 2026
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (247)
"Great location and view!"
United States
David
The price is AED 1,317
AED 1,516 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5.0 star property
Blenheim CBD
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"What a fantastic place to stay will definitely be back"
Australia
Todd
The price is AED 245
AED 283 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

LyLo Queenstown

5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (692)
"立地が最高です。空港からのバス乗り場にも近く、中心街に位置しています。 ドミトリーは初めてでしたが、Podにシェードがついており個室感があります。音を出したら目立つくらい静かです。 Pod下のロッカーは70cmのスーツケース+リュックが収納できたので貴重品管理も安心できました。 水回りも綺麗で、シャワーの水圧と温度も良好、バスタオルもありました(1ステイにつき1枚のよう)。"
Japan
kumi
The price is AED 428
AED 493 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
LyLo Queenstown

Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

5.0 star property
Te Anau
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (772)
"Friendly staff. Comfortable stay. "
United States
Kit Yee Karen
The price is AED 890
AED 1,024 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

The Mayfair

5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (264)
"Staff was excellent beautiful place"
United States
eric
The price is AED 626
AED 719 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
The Mayfair

Millbrook Resort

5.0 star property
Arrowtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (740)
"Stunning relaxing vistas of surrounding mountains. Streams, wildlife and quaint village feel but still so peaceful."
Australia
Kevin
The price is AED 1,144
AED 1,315 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Millbrook Resort

QT Queenstown

5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (982)
"Everything is amazing"
Canada
Guang
The price is AED 920
AED 1,058 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
QT Queenstown

Fable Dunedin

5.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (485)
"Amazing 5 star service. All team members went above and beyond, especially Chloe. "
United States
Rangan
The price is AED 385
AED 445 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Fable Dunedin

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Beautiful rooms, perfect location, and very friendly attentive staff "
Australia
Sylvia
The price is AED 810
AED 931 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
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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.

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