Hotels in popular cities in South Island
Below are the most popular cities in South Island to stay in, as well as some of the best hotels in each area
Queenstown
Search hotels in QueenstownPinewood Lodge
Queenstown, New Zealand
Christchurch
Search hotels in ChristchurchThe Bealey Quarter
263 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch, New Zealand
Raceway Motel
222 Lincoln Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
Southern Comfort Motel
53 Bealey Avenue, Central City, Christchurch, New Zealand
Te Anau
Search hotels in Te AnauTe Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels
Te Anau, New Zealand
Distinction Luxmore Hotel
Corner Mokonui Street & Main Street, Te Anau, New Zealand
Fiordland Great Views Holiday Park
Te Anau, New Zealand
Distinction Te Anau Hotel & Villas
64 Lakefront Terrace, Te Anau, New Zealand
Lake Tekapo
Search hotels in Lake TekapoPeppers Bluewater Resort
State Highway 8, Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
Haka House Lake Tekapo
5 Motuariki Lane, Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
Lake Tekapo Village Motel
14 Rapuwai Lane, Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
Wanaka
Search hotels in WanakaCardrona Hotel
2312 Cardrona Valley Road, Wanaka, New Zealand
The Brownston Hostel
73 Brownston Street, Wanaka, New Zealand
How much does a hotel in South Island cost per night?
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2 stars and under
Haka House Aoraki Mt Cook
4 Kitchener Drive, Aoraki / Mount Cook, New Zealand
Urbanz
273 Manchester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
3 stars
4 stars +
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Kawarau Village, 79 Peninsula Road, Queenstown, New Zealand
Hotel St Moritz Queenstown - MGallery Collection
10-18 Brunswick Street, Queenstown, New Zealand
Fino Hotel & Suites
87 Kilmore Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Hostels and cheap hotels in South Island
These hotels and hostels usually make for a cheap way to stay in South Island
The Bealey Quarter
263 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch, New Zealand
Uptown Backpackers
243 Moray Place, Dunedin, New Zealand
Chalet Backpackers
296 High Street, Dunedin, New Zealand
Drifter Christchurch
96 Lichfield Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
Glentanner Park Centre
State Highway 80, Glentanner, New Zealand
Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels
Te Anau, New Zealand
Haka House Lake Tekapo
5 Motuariki Lane, Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
Possum Lodge
Manapouri, New Zealand
Urbanz
273 Manchester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
Lakes Edge Lodge
2 Lakeside Drive, Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
Southern Laughter Backpackers
4 Isle Street, Queenstown, New Zealand
Haka House Queenstown Lakefront
88-90 Lake Esplanade, Queenstown, New Zealand
Get the best value hotel in South Island
These South Island hotels have the best prices for their ratings
Haka House Queenstown Lakefront
88-90 Lake Esplanade, Queenstown, New Zealand
Fino Hotel & Suites
87 Kilmore Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
Haka House Lake Tekapo
5 Motuariki Lane, Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
9 Hereford Street Christchurch, Christchurch, New Zealand
The Bealey Quarter
263 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch, New Zealand
Haka House Aoraki Mt Cook
4 Kitchener Drive, Aoraki / Mount Cook, New Zealand
Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
840 Colombo St, Christchurch, New Zealand
Uptown Backpackers
243 Moray Place, Dunedin, New Zealand
Glentanner Park Centre
State Highway 80, Glentanner, New Zealand
Sudima Christchurch City
49 Salisbury Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
Hotel Montreal
363 Montreal Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
Best cities to book a hotel in South Island
Below are the average prices for hotels in the most popular cities in South Island
Price | R1 196 - R7 254 |
|---|
| Hokitika | 52% cheaper | Hotels in Hokitika are the cheapest in South Island at just R1 196 per night on average | |
| Aoraki / Mount Cook | 65% more expensive | Aoraki / Mount Cook has the highest priced hotels in South Island with rooms averaging R7 254 per night | |
| Queenstown | 80% more users visited |
Information about staying in South Island
Read these important travel tips before booking a hotel in South Island
What are the best hotels in South Island?
Novotel Christchurch Airport, located in Christchurch, is the top-rated hotel in South Island with a rating of 8,9. The next best rating is a 8,8 which was given to Sudima Queenstown Five Mile by momondo users. The third-highest rated hotel is Kamana Lakehouse, which was rated a 8,8 by momondo users familiar with the hotel.
How much does a hotel in South Island cost in April?
Hotel prices throughout South Island will vary depending on what city you plan to stay in, but in general you can expect prices in April to be around R199 per night on average for a double room. However our users have seen South Island hotel prices in April for as low as R64 per night in the city of Queenstown.
Which city in South Island has the most expensive hotel rooms?
Our data shows that hotel rooms in Queenstown are about 13% more expensive on average than hotel rooms in the rest of South Island, with a nightly rate of R2 008.
Which city in South Island has the least expensive hotel rooms?
Our users typically find that Te Anau has the lowest per night rates in the country at just R686. Te Anau offers hotels rooms at an average rate that is 78% lower than the average city in South Island.
What hotels in South Island are good for families?
Hotel St Moritz Queenstown - MGallery Collection (R190 per night) is the most popular hotel in South Island for families, according to our data. You could also look into booking a room at either Kamana Lakehouse (R194 per night) or Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa (R170 per night) as both hotels are also great for families.
What hotels in South Island are perfect for couples?
For a couples getaway in South Island, our users often book a room at either Hotel St Moritz Queenstown - MGallery Collection (R190 per night), Kamana Lakehouse (R194 per night) or Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa (R170 per night).
How many operators does momondo search for hotels in South Island?
As of April 2025, there are 12 035 operators available to choose from for hotels in South Island.
When did momondo last update prices for hotels in South Island?
Prices for hotels in South Island refresh daily.
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Why should I book accommodation in South Island through momondo?
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