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MOST POPULARChristchurch
3 stars from RM 98
5+ stars from RM 71
Queenstown
3 stars from RM 289
4+ stars from RM 125
Lake Tekapo
3 stars from RM 134
4+ stars from RM 525
Te Anau
3 stars from RM 111
4+ stars from RM 392
Twizel
3 stars from RM 765
4+ stars from RM 641
Oamaru
3 stars from RM 316
4+ stars from RM 378

Best South Island hotels

Most recommended South Island hotels

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown - Queenstown - Patio
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown
8.5 Very Good
RM 695+
RM 695+
Free Wi-Fi
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa - Queenstown - Balcony
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
8.2 Very Good
RM 816+
RM 816+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
Haka House Lake Tekapo - Lake Tekapo - Living room
Haka House Lake Tekapo - Lake Tekapo - Living room
Haka House Lake Tekapo
8.6 Very Good
RM 766+
RM 766+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside - Queenstown - Patio
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside - Queenstown - Patio
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
8 Very Good
RM 670+
RM 670+
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile - Queenstown - Lobby
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile - Queenstown - Lobby
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
8.8 Very Good
RM 631+
RM 631+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Ramada By Wyndham Queenstown Central - Queenstown - Lobby
Ramada By Wyndham Queenstown Central - Queenstown - Lobby
Ramada By Wyndham Queenstown Central
8.1 Very Good
RM 641+
RM 641+
Free Wi-Fi
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview - Queenstown - Restaurant
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview - Queenstown - Restaurant
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
7.7 Good
RM 511+
RM 511+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Sudima Christchurch Airport - Christchurch - Bedroom
Sudima Christchurch Airport - Christchurch - Bedroom
Sudima Christchurch Airport
8.6 Very Good
RM 613+
RM 613+
Parking
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
Lylo Christchurch - Christchurch - Front desk
Lylo Christchurch - Christchurch - Front desk
Lylo Christchurch
8 Very Good
RM 405+
RM 405+
Free Wi-Fi
Pinewood Lodge - Queenstown - Bedroom
Pinewood Lodge - Queenstown - Bedroom
Pinewood Lodge
7.3 Good
RM 342+
RM 342+
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Spa
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown - Queenstown - Living room
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown - Queenstown - Living room
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
7.4 Good
RM 666+
RM 666+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Crowne Plaza Queenstown - Queenstown - Living room
Crowne Plaza Queenstown - Queenstown - Living room
Crowne Plaza Queenstown
8.5 Very Good
RM 925+
RM 925+
Free Wi-Fi
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KAYAK’s insights for hotels in South Island

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in South Island with confidence.

How much is a hotel in South Island for tonight?

The best deal for a 3-star hotel room in South Island found by KAYAK users in the last 3 days was RM 129, while a 4-star hotel the lowest price was RM 122. The cheapest room found overall was for RM 122.

How much is a hotel in South Island for this weekend?

The cheapest hotel room in South Island for the upcoming weekend found on KAYAK in the last 3 days was for RM 130 per night. For the same dates, 3-star hotel rooms have been found for as low as RM 130 per night and 4-star hotel rooms from RM 141 per night.
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Average price (weeknight)

RM 837

Average price (weekend night)

RM 1,029
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Top tips for finding the perfect South Island hotel

  • How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in South Island for 2 days.

FAQs when booking a hotel in South Island

  • What is the most popular destination in South Island?

    Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular destination is Christchurch (47% of total searches to South Island). The next most popular destinations are Queenstown (40%) and Lake Tekapo (8%). Searches for hotels in Te Anau (5%) are also popular.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in South Island?

    KAYAK users have found double rooms in South Island for as cheap as RM 76 (Christchurch) in the last 3 days. The average price is RM 1,169.

Where to stay in South Island?

Our map will help you find the perfect place to stay in South Island by showing you the exact location of each hotel.

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Quest Cathedral Junction Serviced Apartments - Christchurch - Lobby
Quest Cathedral Junction Serviced Apartments
8.2 Very Good
Christchurch Central CityRM 464+
RM 464+
Free Wi-Fi
Beachlife Apartments - Christchurch - Bedroom
Beachlife Apartments
6.6 Okay
RM 432+
RM 432+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Merivale Manor - Christchurch - Building
Merivale Manor - Christchurch - Building
Merivale Manor
9.1 Wonderful
MerivaleRM 610+
RM 610+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch - Christchurch - Living room
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch - Christchurch - Living room
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
8.5 Very Good
PapanuiRM 332+
RM 332+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa

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