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Our top choices for South Island family-friendly hotels

A person at a table with a view of mountains and a body of water.
A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of a lake and mountains.
A circular window view of a balcony with a chair, a table with a red item, and a scenic lake and hills in the background.
A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of a lake and mountains.

1. Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort
Lake Tekapo
AU$225
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Peppers Bluewater Resort
A rustic garden with a stone building, wooden benches, and a gravel path.
A garden with a stone bench, a building with red windows, and a mountain in the background.
A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a large window with a view, and a mounted deer head on the wall.
A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a small wooden stool, a hanging light fixture, and a window with blinds.

2. Cardrona Hotel

Cardrona Hotel
Cardrona
AU$164
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Cardrona Hotel
A modern building with multiple windows and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A couple dining at a table with a mountain view, a bottle of water, and a fruit basket.
A person in a robe by a window with a starry night sky view.
Two people seated at a round table with a bottle and glasses, overlooking a mountainous landscape through large windows.

3. Galaxy Boutique Hotel

Galaxy Boutique Hotel
Lake Tekapo
AU$449
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Galaxy Boutique Hotel
A modern bathroom with white subway tiles, a glass shower enclosure, and a white sink with a mirror above it.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and a variety of bottles on shelves.
A modern lounge area with sofas, tables, and a bar.

4. Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport
Christchurch Airport
AU$172
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Sudima Christchurch Airport
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, two blue armchairs, a round table with a vase, and a ceiling with hanging plants.
A modern restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including tables and chairs.
A modern hotel with a prominent 'NOVOTEL' sign, featuring a sleek, contemporary design with large windows and a structured facade.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a glass partition.

5. Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Christchurch Airport
AU$202
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Novotel Christchurch Airport
A modern building with large windows and a stone pathway leading to it, situated on a pebbled beach with driftwood in the foreground.
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach and ocean.
A coastal resort with beachfront villas, a road leading to the beach, and lush greenery.
A wooden balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

6. Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
Punakaiki
AU$134
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
A motel with a red roof, located in a mountainous area with a clear sky.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a fan, a green sofa, and a painting on the wall.
A small, modern bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower.
A building with a red roof and stone facade, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains in the background.

7. 58 On Cron Motel

58 On Cron Motel
Franz Josef Glacier
  • Franz Josef Glacier motel offers free parking, satellite TV, and kitchenettes for family adventures.
AU$125
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
58 On Cron Motel
A hotel room with bunk beds, a wooden floor, and a door leading to a hallway.
A restaurant table set with glasses, cutlery, and a bottle, with a mountain view through the window.
A modern bar area with seating, a counter with a logo, and a view of the outside.
A couple walking along a lakeside path with mountains in the background.

8. Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
Frankton
  • Family fun meets alpine adventure at this holiday inn with mountain views and kid-friendly amenities.
AU$177
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the sunset over the ocean.
A restaurant with tables set for dining, blue cushioned chairs, and a view of the ocean.
A modern room with large floor-to-ceiling windows offering a view of the ocean. There are two chairs and a small table in the room.
A hotel room with a large window offering a view of the beach and ocean.

9. Beachfront Hotel

Beachfront Hotel
Hokitika
  • Family paradise at Beachfront Hotel in Hokitika with oceanfront dining and kid-friendly beach access for endless fun.
AU$131
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Beachfront Hotel
A modern dining area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of mountains and a lake.
A modern interior with wooden panel walls, a marble reception desk, and a seating area with a curved bench.
A bedroom with a large bed, a coffee tray, a chair, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A modern bathroom with a wooden bathtub, a wooden shelf with towels, and a view of mountains and a lake.

10. Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse
Fernhill
  • Family bliss above Lake Wakatipu—explore three steamy spa pools and relish luxury eco-certified stays with panoramic mountain views.
AU$337
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Kamana Lakehouse
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Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in South Island

A modern building with a large patio area, a mountain in the background, and a body of water in the foreground.
A modern hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a scenic view, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table with a remote control and glasses on it.
A person at a table with a view of mountains and a body of water.
A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of a lake and mountains.

Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort
Lake Tekapo
AU$225
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Peppers Bluewater Resort
A modern building with multiple windows and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A person standing by a window with a night sky view, including stars and a visible mountain range.
A person in a robe by a window with a starry night sky view.
Two people seated at a round table with a bottle and glasses, overlooking a mountainous landscape through large windows.

Galaxy Boutique Hotel

Galaxy Boutique Hotel
Lake Tekapo
AU$449
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Galaxy Boutique Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a small table, and a chair. There is a large window with a view of mountains.
A spacious lobby with a sofa, chairs, a wooden table, a bar area, and a fireplace.
A modern lounge area with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, and a view of mountains through floor-to-ceiling windows.

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
Frankton
AU$211
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, two blue armchairs, a round table with a vase, and a ceiling with hanging plants.
A modern restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including tables and chairs.
A modern hotel with a prominent 'NOVOTEL' sign, featuring a sleek, contemporary design with large windows and a structured facade.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a glass partition.

Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Christchurch Airport
AU$202
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Novotel Christchurch Airport
A modern bar area with seating, a counter with a logo, and a view of the outside.
A modern hotel with a glass facade, parking lot, and a mountainous backdrop.
A couple walking along a lakeside path with mountains in the background.
A restaurant table set with glasses, cutlery, and a bottle, with a mountain view through the window.

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
Frankton
AU$177
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
A row of waterfront cottages with balconies, wooden decks, and a mountain backdrop.
A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of a water body and buildings.
A spacious living room with a large window overlooking a pool and mountains, a wooden dining table, and comfortable seating.
A clear view of a swimming pool with a glass barrier, wooden deck, and a backdrop of mountain ranges.

Lake Resort by Marsden

Lake Resort by Marsden
Mount Pisa
AU$198
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Lake Resort by Marsden
A balcony with wicker furniture, a small table with a bottle and glasses, and a view of a turquoise sea and green hills.
An aerial view of a coastal property with multiple houses, a beach, and lush greenery.
A dining area with a view of a lake and mountains, featuring wooden tables and chairs, wine glasses, and menus.
A modern house with large windows, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a lake.

The Portage Resort

The Portage Resort
Portage
AU$273
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
The Portage Resort
A modern dining area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of mountains and a lake.
A modern lounge area with a stone wall, a fireplace, sofas, and a bar with a bartender.
A bedroom with a large bed, a coffee tray, a chair, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A modern bathroom with a wooden bathtub, a wooden shelf with towels, and a view of mountains and a lake.

Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse
Fernhill
AU$337
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Kamana Lakehouse
An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water.
A room with a balcony, two armchairs, a small table with a vase, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A spacious living room with a large window offering a view of a body of water, a chandelier, and a fireplace.
A doorway leading to a room with a view of the sea.

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Kaikoura
AU$163
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
A modern house with a glass door entrance, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background.
A reception area with a reception desk labeled "Waiyoto" and "Haast New Zealand," a reception counter, patterned chairs, a small table, and a mirror on the wall.
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, exposed beams, and a central bar area.
A hotel room with a sliding glass door, a bed with white linens, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of the interior.

Heartland Hotel Haast

Heartland Hotel Haast
Haast
AU$103
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Heartland Hotel Haast
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Family-friendly hotels with pools in South Island

A modern balcony with a glass railing, a potted plant, and a sofa.
A bedroom with a large window overlooking the sea, a bed, and a chair.
A modern hotel room with a large window, a brown leather sofa, a small round table, and a bed with a wooden headboard.
A modern hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the ocean.

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura
AU$156
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Sudima Kaikoura
A balcony with wicker furniture, a small table with a bottle and glasses, and a view of a turquoise sea and green hills.
An aerial view of a coastal property with multiple houses, a beach, and lush greenery.
A dining area with a view of a lake and mountains, featuring wooden tables and chairs, wine glasses, and menus.
A modern house with large windows, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a lake.

The Portage Resort

The Portage Resort
Portage
AU$273
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
The Portage Resort
A bedroom with a bed, curtains, and a view of a green landscape with trees and mountains.
A dining area with a table, chairs, and a view of a vineyard through large windows.
A house with a sloped roof, surrounded by dense greenery and a clear sky.
A wooden outdoor seating area with a white sink, a bottle of wine, and a glass.

St Leonards Vineyard Cottages

St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
Springlands
AU$349
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
A fountain with a central column and water jets, surrounded by a pool. In the background, there are trees, a lawn, and buildings.
A living room with a glass table, two chairs, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A building with a balcony, a tree, and a field of poppies.
A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, a dining table with chairs, a kitchenette, and a small office area.

Lugano Motor Lodge

Lugano Motor Lodge
Blenheim CBD
AU$123
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Lugano Motor Lodge
A covered outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a glass table, overlooking a mountainous landscape and a body of water.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, candles, and a view of the outdoors.
A treehouse with a metal roof, surrounded by dense forest, connected by a wooden staircase.
A bathroom with two sinks, a mirror, and an exit door leading to a balcony.

Punga Cove Resort

Punga Cove Resort
Punga Cove
AU$238
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Punga Cove Resort
A balcony with a table set for breakfast overlooking a mountain and lake.
A modern stone house with a stone facade, a sloped roof, and a view of mountains in the background.
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a mountain backdrop.
A dining area with round tables, chairs, and a view of the sea through large windows.

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
Queenstown
AU$273
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.
An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and a hillside with buildings.
A person dining at a table with a view of the sky and buildings.
A hotel room with a bed, a tray with breakfast items, a lamp, and a floral wall.

Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
The Wood
AU$92
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Tides Hotel
A living room with a large TV, a glass coffee table, a grey sofa, and a view of a mountain landscape through open doors.
A kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a fireplace.
A gravel driveway leading to a gated entrance with a stone wall and a sign reading "Manata Lodge."

Manata Lodge

Manata Lodge
Lower Shotover
AU$250
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Manata Lodge
A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, blue chairs, a marble reception desk, and a chandelier.
A woman and a child in a hot tub with a glass roof and outdoor seating area in the background.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the garden through large windows.
A couple dining at an outdoor restaurant with a view of a modern building and lush greenery in the background.

Commodore Airport Hotel

Commodore Airport Hotel
Burnside
AU$179
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Commodore Airport Hotel
A resort with a pool, hot tubs, and a view of mountains.
A wooden door leading to a picnic table and a picnic table in a grassy area with a river.
A row of rustic wooden cabins with green roofs, surrounded by lush vegetation and picnic tables.
A cozy cabin room with a bed, a bench with cushions, a fan, and a view of the outdoors.

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Kaikoura
AU$75
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

8/10 Good
"Good spacious room with ample amenities"
Jeremy 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

8/10 Good
"Clean and comfortable, and a great central location. Having to rely on public paid parking makes up for the cheaper stay. A bit disappointed when I realised I got charged for an upgraded room that I didn't request and wasn't consulted about. Staff were helpful and relatively friendly. The room and gym are quite small, but clean and all the essentials covered."
Natalie 2-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse

10/10 Excellent
"Staff were always helpful and friendly. Hotel was always clean and room service was fast. Breakfast at the Nest was delicious."
Nataleigh 10-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Kamana Lakehouse
Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

8/10 Good
"Clean room, close to town and plenty of space. Parking was easy and it has all the basic needs."
Jacob Anthony 3-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
Pinewood Queenstown

Pinewood Queenstown

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice"
XIN HUI 6-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Pinewood Queenstown
Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel is a very convenient location to the terminal. Often international flights get in late like mine and I emailed the hotel in advance to let them know I was a late checkin and my room was ready and the team on hand were so friendly and helpful. The room felt fresh, the sheets were so soft. I honestly had the best sleep after my flight and didnt rush leaving because of late checkout."
Emma 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Novotel Christchurch Airport
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

10/10 Excellent
"Clean space, nice little kitchenette - everything that was needed and close to ski shuttle!"
Kathryn 4-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

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