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Recommended hotels in South Island

A row of cabins with a mountain backdrop and a hot air balloon in the sky.

1. Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
5.0 star property
Arrowtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (784 reviews)
"Space to walk, restaurants, gym and pool. Lovely environment"
Australia
Peter
The price is AU$520
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Millbrook Resort
A rustic cabin with stone walls, a metal roof, and wooden deck seating.

2. Cardrona Hotel

Cardrona Hotel
3.0 star property
Cardrona
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (844 reviews)
"A beautiful historic hotel. Lovely done out rooms and a great stay for us. We really enjoyed our time here and it was a relaxing and pleasant experience."
United Kingdom
Stephen
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Cardrona Hotel
An outdoor seating area with wooden benches and cushions, a glass wall, and string lights.

3. Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
4.5 star property
Frankton
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (909 reviews)
"Great place to stay and very friendly staff!"
Australia
Caroline
The price is AU$254
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
A riverside hotel with modern architecture, a walking path, and a view of mountains.

4. Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Kawarau Falls
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Absolutely loved the breakfast daily, fresh food, great variety and the staff were all so lovely and helpful. Rooms were cleaned well and beds made daily with fresh towels. Great location by the lake."
Australia
Kacie
The price is AU$315
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
A modern house with a covered patio, a stone pathway, and a view of mountains.

5. Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
4.0 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (685 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Mike
The price is AU$224
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
A hotel named Beachfront with a modern facade, large windows, and a welcoming entrance.

6. Beachfront Hotel

Beachfront Hotel
3.5 star property
Hokitika
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely, spacious room with a fabulous ocean view. Staff are friendly & helpful. Meals in the restaurant are tasty & plentiful. Everything in town is within easy walking distance."
Australia
Elizabeth
The price is AU$148
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Beachfront Hotel
A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a sign that reads 'RAMADA.'

7. Ramada Suites by Wyndham Christchurch City

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Christchurch City
4.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (865 reviews)
"staff were very pleasant and helpful. location was great. Room had everything we wanted and more."
United States
Vallipuram
The price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Christchurch City
A building with a wooden roof and stone pillars, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

8. Edgewater

Edgewater
4.5 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay with great views"
Australia
Sunny
The price is AU$447
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Edgewater
A modern building with a central atrium, large windows, and a view of a lake and mountains.

9. The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
5.0 star property
Queenstown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Location is great, quiet, look straight out onto the lake."
Australia
Dave
The price is AU$575
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
A modern hotel with a glass facade, parking lot, and a mountainous backdrop.

10. Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
4.5 star property
Frankton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (779 reviews)
"Great stay!"
Australia
Isaac
The price is AU$232
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
A hotel with a covered outdoor area, a staircase, and a red carpet.

11. Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect place. Great location. Staff and bar were fantastic."
United States
Melissa
The price is AU$350
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
A row of modern cabins with large windows, a gravel driveway, and a fenced vineyard in the background.

12. Suncrest Villas

Suncrest Villas
3.0 star property
Cromwell
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"The place looks brand new and is well appointed."
Australia
Willie
The price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Suncrest Villas
A modern hotel entrance with a sign reading 'Sudima Hotels'.

13. Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (646 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff."
Australia
sanjay
The price is AU$199
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Sudima Kaikoura
A motel with a green roof, a central parking area, and well-maintained landscaping.

14. Andorra Motel

Andorra Motel
3.0 star property
Geraldine
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (320 reviews)
"very clean quiet place to stay"
Australia
Jim
The price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Andorra Motel
A modern building with large windows and a stone pathway leading to it, situated on a pebbled beach with driftwood in the foreground.

15. Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
4.0 star property
Punakaiki
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (872 reviews)
"Great location, very helpful staff and great view of the sunset. Beds were comfortable. Great stay"
Canada
Evan
The price is AU$209
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
A lodge with a prominent mountain backdrop, a large entrance, and solar panels on the roof.

16. Alpine Lodge

Alpine Lodge
3.5 star property
St. Arnaud
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (504 reviews)
"Great location very friendly staff and awesome pizza available at the restaurant"
Australia
andrew
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Alpine Lodge
A terrace with white bar stools and tables overlooking a mountainous landscape and a body of water.

17. Mi-pad Queenstown

Mi-pad Queenstown
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice one to stay, very close to city center."
Australia
Yujia
The price is AU$311
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Mi-pad Queenstown
A mountainous landscape with a lake, a small settlement, and dense forest.

18. Sherwood Queenstown

Sherwood Queenstown
4.0 star property
Queenstown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel with nice staff"
United States
Samira
The price is AU$201
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Sherwood Queenstown
A modern dining area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of mountains and a lake.

19. Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse
4.5 star property
Fernhill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (706 reviews)
"Nice place to relax and stay"
United States
Mingjun
The price is AU$376
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Kamana Lakehouse
A modern building with large glass windows, a brick chimney, and a clear view of the surrounding landscape.

20. Wanaka Hotel

Wanaka Hotel
3.0 star property
Wanaka
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (776 reviews)
"Very clean, easy check in and Very central to amenities."
Australia
Samantha
The price is AU$245
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Wanaka Hotel
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Learn more about South Island

Larger, less populated and harder to reach than the northern “Main Island,” this area features New Zealand’s longest glacier, its highest mountain and much more.

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A town nestled between mountains and a large lake with several islands.

Top reviews in South Island

A row of modern cabins with large windows, a gravel driveway, and a fenced vineyard in the background.
Suncrest Villas

Suncrest Villas

Suncrest Villas
Cromwell

10/10 Excellent

Clean and tidy and great for the night.
Australia
Sandie
Reviewed October 3, 2026
Suncrest Villas

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do houseboats in South Island cost?

Houseboats in South Island range between AU$125 and AU$575 per night. These unique escapes combine fun on the water with the comforts you need at an affordable price. This price was available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for a hotel booking with a check-in date within the next year. Prices reflect current offers and availability is subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

What is there to do in South Island near my houseboat?

Whatever your interests, there are plenty of things to keep you busy in South Island. If you're headed to Christchurch, you'll want to check out Canterbury Museum, Isaac Theatre Royal and Transitional Cathedral. Planning an escape in Dunedin? St. Clair Beach, Speights Brewery and Otago Museum are among the best sights in this city.