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Our top choices for South Island motels

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1. Lakes Edge Holiday Park

Lakes Edge Holiday Park
2.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (436 reviews)
"Great location with affordable money"
Australia
Mohit
The price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Lakes Edge Holiday Park
Terrace/patio

2. The White Morph - Heritage Collection

The White Morph - Heritage Collection
4.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (660 reviews)
"Awesome place.great location.clean and spotless.staff so nice.will be back for sure. We loved it. Thankyou staff Ellisons"
Australia
Brian
The price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
Triple Studio

3. Northwood Motor Lodge

Northwood Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Northwood
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (230 reviews)
"It was clean and tidy, plenty of room and really peaceful and quiet, the owners were lovely, the bed was really comfy, will stay there again, would highly recommend the Manor"
Australia
Shona
The price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Northwood Motor Lodge
Spa Studio | Balcony view

4. Alpine Glacier Motel

Alpine Glacier Motel
3.5 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (797 reviews)
"Value for money Very clean Helpful staff member"
Australia
Cheryl
The price is AU$92
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Alpine Glacier Motel
Front of property

5. Airport Palms Motel

Airport Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Burnside
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Receptionist was friendly and helpful, and property was clean and cosy. Its a perfect stop before heading to christchurch airport, being a very short drive away!"
Singapore
Wilson
The price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Airport Palms Motel
Exterior

6. Lakefront Lodge

Lakefront Lodge
4.5 star property
Te Anau
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (538 reviews)
"Lovely welcome by Dianne. Very accommodating, nothing was a problem. Great dinner recommendations. Overall a great stay!"
Australia
Simon
The price is AU$198
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Lakefront Lodge
View from property

7. Broadway Motel

Broadway Motel
4.5 star property
Picton
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (717 reviews)
"This is good enough keep up the good work team"
Australia
Carl
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Broadway Motel
BBQ/picnic Area

8. Ahuriri Motels

Ahuriri Motels
2.5 star property
Omarama
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (556 reviews)
"Great room and facilities to stay in the area."
Australia
Junya
The price is AU$116
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Ahuriri Motels
Room

9. Andorra Motel

Andorra Motel
3.0 star property
Geraldine
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (318 reviews)
"It was a fantastic motel and highly recommend it. "
Australia
Dianne
The price is AU$144
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Andorra Motel
Superior House | Beach/ocean view

10. Kaikoura Beach Motel

Kaikoura Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (448 reviews)
"Beautiful location and beautiful views. right on the beach."
Australia
Emma
The price is AU$91
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Kaikoura Beach Motel
Sea View Deluxe Studio | View from room

11. Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel
4.5 star property
Picton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Harbour view from our room"
Australia
Joanne
The price is AU$119
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Harbour View Motel
1 Bedroom Premium Apartment | Private kitchen

12. Sierra Motel

Sierra Motel
2.5 star property
Omarama
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (363 reviews)
"Great stay! Highly recommended!"
Canada
Ivica
The price is AU$205
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Sierra Motel
View from property

13. Alpine Rose Greymouth Motel

Alpine Rose Greymouth Motel
4.5 star property
Greymouth
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (443 reviews)
"Very pleasant and comfortable overnight stay"
United Kingdom
Christopher
The price is AU$194
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Alpine Rose Greymouth Motel
Front of property

14. 58 On Cron Motel

58 On Cron Motel
3.0 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (417 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay and a very comfortable bed. Best sleep in our two weeks away!"
Australia
Sue
The price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
58 On Cron Motel
Comfort Apartment, 4 Bedrooms | Living area

15. Airport Christchurch Motel

Airport Christchurch Motel
4.5 star property
Burnside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (628 reviews)
"Great place to stay if on your way through Christchurch. Great location, comfortable, large rooms"
Australia
Simon
The price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Airport Christchurch Motel
Room

16. Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef
5.0 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (668 reviews)
"Clean rooms, excellent staff, Kitchen was amazing as well. All in all a wonderful property to stay at."
Australia
Chandan
The price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef
Lake

17. The St James

The St James
5.0 star property
Hanmer Springs
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (556 reviews)
"Fabulous stay, friendly helpful staff. Amenities spotlessly clean. Views spectacular."
Australia
Lisa
The price is AU$192
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
The St James
Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Lakefacing King Studio) | Lake view

18. Lakeside Motel & Apartments

Lakeside Motel & Apartments
3.5 star property
Te Anau
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Very friendly staff (Jess) clean and tidy room enjoyed my stay"
Australia
Jared
The price is AU$128
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Lakeside Motel & Apartments
Terrace/patio

19. Airport Delta Motel

Airport Delta Motel
3.0 star property
Burnside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (663 reviews)
"Always a great place to stay in ChCh"
Australia
John
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Airport Delta Motel
Standard Studio | Living area

20. Jasmine Court Motel

Jasmine Court Motel
4.0 star property
Picton
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (731 reviews)
"Lovely stay. It had everything we needed. Would definitely stay again"
Australia
Yuuma
The price is AU$117
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Jasmine Court Motel
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Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Great option at CHC airport. Close enough to walk once you see where it is relative to the airport. Shuttle service excellent and friendly. You'll need to call the hotel to request from the airport, so make sure your phone can make voice calls in NZ if from overseas."
Carey 2-night trip
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Sudima Christchurch Airport

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