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 QueenstownLa Quinta Queenstown
16 - 18 Mountain Ash Drive, Queenstown, New Zealand
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Kawarau Village, 79 Peninsula Road, Queenstown, New Zealand
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown
Cnr Stanley and Sydney Street, Queenstown, New Zealand
Copthorne Hotel and Resort Queenstown Lakefront
27 Frankton Road, Queenstown, New Zealand
Christchurch
Search hotels in ChristchurchChateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton
189 Deans Avenue, Christchurch, New Zealand
North South Holiday Park
Christchurch, New Zealand
Apartments 118
Christchurch, New Zealand
Novotel Christchurch Airport
30 Durey Road, 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 TekapoGrand Suites Lake Tekapo
14 Greig Street, Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
Peppers Bluewater Resort
State Highway 8, Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
Haka House Lake Tekapo
5 Motuariki Lane, Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
Wanaka
Search hotels in WanakaThe Brownston Hostel
73 Brownston Street, Wanaka, New Zealand
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2 stars and under
Haka House Aoraki Mt Cook
4 Kitchener Drive, Aoraki / Mount Cook, 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
Hikuwai Cottage
1 Hikuwai Dr Albert Town, Wanaka, 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
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
Get the best value hotel in South Island
These South Island hotels have the best prices for their ratings
Haka House Lake Tekapo
5 Motuariki Lane, Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
9 Hereford Street Christchurch, 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
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 | ₹ 5,493 - ₹ 33,326 |
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| Hokitika | 52% cheaper | Hotels in Hokitika are the cheapest in South Island at just ₹ 5,493 per night on average | |
| Aoraki / Mount Cook | 65% more expensive | Aoraki / Mount Cook has the highest priced hotels in South Island with rooms averaging ₹ 33,326 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 is the most popular destination in South Island?
Wanaka is the most commonly searched city in South Island by momondo users. Prices for hotels in Wanaka are typically ₹ 12,779/night. Other popular cities in South Island include Christchurch(₹ 7,333/night) and Lake Tekapo(₹ 12,399/night).
What are the best hotels in South Island?
Looking at our users' ratings, the best hotels in South Island are Novotel Christchurch Airport (8.9), located in Christchurch, Sudima Queenstown Five Mile (8.8), located in Queenstown, and Kamana Lakehouse (8.8), located in Queenstown.
How much does a hotel in South Island cost in April?
A typical double room in South Island costs ₹ 188 per night on average in the month of April, though some users have seen prices for double rooms for as low as ₹ 64 (found in Queenstown) per night during this time of year in South Island.
Which city in South Island has the most expensive hotel rooms?
At ₹ 15,222 per night, Lake Tekapo is the most expensive city in South Island to book a hotel room in. The average cost of ₹ 15,222 is about 46% above the country's average price per night.
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 ₹ 3,153. 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?
Sudima Christchurch Airport (₹ 120 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 Hotel St Moritz Queenstown - MGallery Collection (₹ 190 per night) or Kamana Lakehouse (₹ 194 per night) as both hotels are also great for families.
What hotels in South Island are perfect for couples?
Although room rates may vary depending on the time of year, these top three couples hotels in South Island have the following average rates: ₹ 190 per night at Hotel St Moritz Queenstown - MGallery Collection, ₹ 194 per night at Kamana Lakehouse and ₹ 170 per night at Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa.
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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