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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

Arrowtown

Peter

Rp6.518.016 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A rustic cabin with stone walls, a metal roof, and wooden deck seating.

2. Cardrona Hotel

Cardrona

Stephen

Rp1.850.114 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Dec - 10 Dec

An outdoor seating area with wooden benches and cushions, a glass wall, and string lights.

3. Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Frankton

Caroline

Rp3.149.706 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Dec - 8 Dec

A riverside hotel with modern architecture, a walking path, and a view of mountains.

4. Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Kawarau Falls

Kacie

Rp3.912.314 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Dec - 4 Dec

A modern house with a covered patio, a stone pathway, and a view of mountains.

5. Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Franz Josef Glacier

Mike

Rp2.526.985 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

A hotel named Beachfront with a modern facade, large windows, and a welcoming entrance.

6. Beachfront Hotel

Hokitika

Elizabeth

Rp1.819.430 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Dec - 8 Dec

A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a sign that reads 'RAMADA.'

7. Ramada Suites by Wyndham Christchurch City

Christchurch City Centre

Vallipuram

Rp1.977.967 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Dec - 8 Dec

A building with a wooden roof and stone pillars, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

8. Edgewater

Wanaka

Sunny

Rp5.605.494 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Dec - 10 Dec

A modern building with a central atrium, large windows, and a view of a lake and mountains.

9. The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

Queenstown

Dave

Rp7.143.546 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A modern hotel with a glass facade, parking lot, and a mountainous backdrop.

10. Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Frankton

Isaac

Rp2.877.955 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Dec - 5 Dec

A hotel with a covered outdoor area, a staircase, and a red carpet.

11. Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

Queenstown City Centre

Melissa

Rp4.351.929 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Dec - 8 Dec

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

12. Suncrest Villas

Cromwell

Willie

Rp2.009.455 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A modern hotel entrance with a sign reading 'Sudima Hotels'.

13. Sudima Kaikoura

Kaikoura

sanjay

Rp2.134.851 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A motel with a green roof, a central parking area, and well-maintained landscaping.

14. Andorra Motel

Geraldine

Jim

Rp1.786.939 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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

Punakaiki

Evan

Rp2.184.940 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A lodge with a prominent mountain backdrop, a large entrance, and solar panels on the roof.

16. Alpine Lodge

St. Arnaud

andrew

Rp1.398.867 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Dec - 4 Dec

A terrace with white bar stools and tables overlooking a mountainous landscape and a body of water.

17. Mi-pad Queenstown

Queenstown City Centre

Yujia

Rp3.996.600 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Dec - 8 Dec

A mountainous landscape with a lake, a small settlement, and dense forest.

18. Sherwood Queenstown

Queenstown

Samira

Rp2.499.910 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Dec - 9 Dec

A modern dining area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of mountains and a lake.

19. Kamana Lakehouse

Fernhill

Mingjun

Rp4.206.454 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Dec - 11 Dec

A modern building with large glass windows, a brick chimney, and a clear view of the surrounding landscape.

20. Wanaka Hotel

Wanaka

Samantha

Rp3.108.191 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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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

Millbrook Resort

Arrowtown

10/10 Excellent

Fielden

The exterior of the Commie Dore Hotel with a parking lot and a van parked in front.

Commodore Airport Hotel

Burnside

10/10 Excellent

With an airport hotel there is an expectation that they will be functional but have no character this hotel is an exception. We were very pleasantly surprised to find how good this hotel was. The rooms were nice and spacious with some nice little touches. The restaurant and bar area were nice and lively, might have had something to do with it being St Patrick's day as they had a live singer/guitar player. We had lunch and dinner there which was excellent, although the continental breakfast did...

Bradford

A room with a large window, a wooden deck, a white bathtub, and a chair.

Coronet Ridge Resort

Arthur's Point

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

A modern building with a glass facade, a green bridge, and surrounding greenery.

Aurora On George

North Dunedin

10/10 Excellent

Ewa

Andorra Motel

Geraldine

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

A modern building with a circular window and a view of a lake and mountains.

QT Queenstown

Queenstown City Centre

10/10 Excellent

A high quality quiet modern hotel within walking distance of the busy, noisy centre. Views from the bar/restaurant overlooking the lake are breathtaking. The bedroom was impeccably clean and comfortable. The best of all, however, are the staff who couldn’t help enough (thank you again Julia for working so hard to sort out our booking platform problem). We travel extensively and for us to recommend a hotel so highly is an exception.

Kevin

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

Queenstown

10/10 Excellent

We stayed in the Rees for our last 2 nights in NZ, after a 3-week holiday touring the country, and enjoyed our time there. This was the only 5-star hotel we visited in during the holiday, and the lake view room was fantastic with good views from the balcony. Room and facilities was excellent, all staff (from reception to house keeping) very attentive and welcoming. The restaurant has received excellent reviews but I was surprised it was not larger or more lively. I think that many guests...

Guy

A modern hotel with a prominent 'NOVOTEL' sign, featuring a sleek, contemporary design with large windows and a structured facade.

Novotel Christchurch Airport

Christchurch Airport

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do houseboats in South Island cost?

Rates for houseboats in South Island range between Rp1.216.362 and Rp6.211.779 per night. No matter your budget, Expedia will have the ideal option for you and your crewmates. These prices were 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.

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

You'll find loads of ways to spend your time in South Island. If you're heading to Queenstown, be sure to look around Queenstown Mall, SKYCITY Wharf Casino and CaddyShack City Mini Golf. Spending your holiday in Christchurch? Christchurch Golf Club, Northlands Shopping Centre and Bush Inn Centre are among the best sights here.

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Recommended hotels in South Island

1. Millbrook Resort

2. Cardrona Hotel

3. Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

4. Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

5. Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

6. Beachfront Hotel

7. Ramada Suites by Wyndham Christchurch City

8. Edgewater

9. The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

10. Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

11. Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

12. Suncrest Villas

13. Sudima Kaikoura

14. Andorra Motel

15. Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

16. Alpine Lodge

17. Mi-pad Queenstown

18. Sherwood Queenstown

19. Kamana Lakehouse

20. Wanaka Hotel

Learn more about South Island

Top reviews in South Island

Millbrook Resort

10/10 Excellent

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do houseboats in South Island cost?

Why book your houseboat in South Island with Expedia?

How can I find cheap houseboats in South Island?

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