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Our top choices for South Island 5-star hotels

Lounge

Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (398 reviews)
"Clean rooms, warm hospitality, very convenient location, good securities."
United States
Eiichi
The price is AED 873
AED 1,004 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Shared kitchen facilities

LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent stay near airport and nice hostel environment."
Singapore
Sanjeev
The price is AED 322
AED 371 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
LyLo Christchurch
Lobby lounge

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (307 reviews)
"Interesting historic building, clean and well-sized rooms, friendly and helpful staff. "
United States
Douglas
The price is AED 951
AED 1,094 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
Front of property

Quest on Kilmore

Quest on Kilmore
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (227 reviews)
"Great location. Awesome rooms. Great staff."
United States
Joseph
The price is AED 479
AED 550 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Quest on Kilmore
Exterior

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
5.0 star property
Queenstown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great views, nice lobby."
United States
FEDERICO
The price is AED 1,358
AED 1,561 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Exterior

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Kawarau Falls
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,010 reviews)
"Outstanding hotel, would return!"
Australia
Megan
The price is AED 777
AED 893 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Terrace/patio

Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (484 reviews)
"The room is clean and staff is helpful"
Australia
Edith
The price is AED 203
AED 234 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Bealey Quarter
Beach/ocean view

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (505 reviews)
"Great location, spotless room. "
Australia
Evlampia
The price is AED 491
AED 565 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Sudima Kaikoura
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,493 reviews)
"Excellent location and amenities "
United States
Erin
The price is AED 728
AED 839 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (557 reviews)
"Excellent quick stay Very clean Great staff Location was terrific "
United States
Rajendra
The price is AED 678
AED 779 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar
Sudima Christchurch City
Indoor pool

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
5.0 star property
Papanui
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (962 reviews)
"Friendly staff, room clean excellent position"
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is AED 244
AED 280 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
Reception

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (272 reviews)
"Fantastic stay!! Everything was perfect"
Canada
Nicolas
The price is AED 1,346
AED 1,556 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
Property entrance

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
5.0 star property
Blenheim CBD
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room, helpful staff, good food in restaurant. "
United States
Marielle
The price is AED 375
AED 434 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Terrace/patio

LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (720 reviews)
"Clean room, great staffs, convenient location for tours."
United States
Eiichi
The price is AED 510
AED 587 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
LyLo Queenstown
Outdoor spa tub

Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau
5.0 star property
Te Anau
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (793 reviews)
"Fantastic cabins, great location...also the best host we've had !!!"
Australia
Geoff
The price is AED 863
AED 993 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau
Top of House - King | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

The Mayfair

The Mayfair
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (286 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Kelsie
The price is AED 744
AED 855 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
The Mayfair
4 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Japanese cuisine

Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
5.0 star property
Arrowtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (752 reviews)
"Rooms good, bed comfy & showers hot. "
United Kingdom
karen
The price is AED 1,239
AED 1,425 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Millbrook Resort
Exterior

QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (998 reviews)
"Great room, good location, nice restaurant."
United States
FEDERICO
The price is AED 1,162
AED 1,336 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
QT Queenstown
Classic Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Fable Dunedin

Fable Dunedin
5.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (518 reviews)
"Nice hotel "
Australia
Catherine
The price is AED 526
AED 608 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Fable Dunedin
Daily buffet breakfast (NZD 45 per person)

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful rooms, perfect location, and very friendly attentive staff "
Australia
Sylvia
The price is AED 977
AED 1,123 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
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Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

123 Princes Street Dunedin
The price is AED 372 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
AED 372
AED 429 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (997 reviews)
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent location and amenities "
Erin 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch

10/10 Excellent
"Always a pleasant stay. Staff are very helpful. Kept clean and tidy. "
River 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
LyLo Christchurch

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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