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A lakeside view with chairs and a picnic table, surrounded by trees and mountains.

1. Lakes Edge Holiday Park

Lakes Edge Holiday Park
2.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (445 reviews)
"Enjoy our stay"
Australia
nadira
The price is Rp1.775.762
Rp2.042.126 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Lakes Edge Holiday Park
A serene lake with ducks, surrounded by autumn-colored trees and houses.

2. The St James

The St James
5.0 star property
Hanmer Springs
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (561 reviews)
"Fabulous stay, friendly helpful staff. Amenities spotlessly clean. Views spectacular."
Australia
Lisa
The price is Rp2.127.089
Rp2.446.203 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The St James
A neatly made bed with a dark headboard, two bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.

3. Aorangi Motel

Aorangi Motel
4.0 star property
Fairlie
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (486 reviews)
"This is the second time I have stayed here on the way to Mt Cook and Lake Tekapo. The apartments are always well presented with beutiful plants and houseware. Very nice place to stay and great location."
Australia
Daniel
The price is Rp1.663.217
Rp1.912.669 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Aorangi Motel
A person standing by a balcony with a view of a lake and mountains.

4. Radfords on the Lake

Radfords on the Lake
5.0 star property
Te Anau
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (396 reviews)
"Great location and very comfortable stay. The service was also very attentive and accommodating. Thank you!"
Australia
Benny
The price is Rp3.364.874
Rp3.869.605 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Radfords on the Lake
A row of wooden cabins with large windows, a grassy lawn, and a view of a lake and mountains in the background.

5. Lakefront Lodge

Lakefront Lodge
4.5 star property
Te Anau
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (543 reviews)
"Wonderful friendly staff, allowed to check in early, lovely clean warm room. Very accommodating, highly recommend. Would definitely stay again."
Australia
Tracey
The price is Rp2.494.785
Rp2.869.003 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Lakefront Lodge
A neatly made bed with a green throw, a bedside lamp, and a nightstand.

6. Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef
5.0 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (670 reviews)
"great location and nice spacious accommodation"
Australia
jignesh
The price is Rp2.801.154
Rp3.221.337 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in dishwasher, a stainless steel refrigerator, and wooden shelves above the sink.

7. Alps Motel Apartment Twizel

Alps Motel Apartment Twizel
2.0 star property
Twizel
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (162 reviews)
"Spacious room. In-room laundry is very helpful & convenient (washer & dryer two-in-one, need about 2hr to dry, so plan the time accordingly). Have everything we need. A nice stop between Tekapo & Wanaka/Queenstown."
United States
Jasmine
The price is Rp3.206.456
Rp3.687.424 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Alps Motel Apartment Twizel
A row of modern, single-story buildings with flat roofs, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and flowering trees.

8. Ahuriri Motels

Ahuriri Motels
2.5 star property
Omarama
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (560 reviews)
"Great spot! Very clean. Lots of space. Everything you need. Friendly staff. And the night sky right out back was incredible."
Australia
Allyson
The price is Rp1.213.254
Rp1.395.242 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Ahuriri Motels
A balcony with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a breakfast setup including toast, juice, and a cup.

9. Bluestone On George

Bluestone On George
5.0 star property
North Dunedin
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean, well looked after property in a great location."
Australia
Darryl
The price is Rp2.170.879
Rp2.496.536 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Bluestone On George
A garden with a variety of plants and a fence.

10. Jade Court Motor Lodge

Jade Court Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Hokitika
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (512 reviews)
"Great staff, Clean tidy and well maintained amenities. Fantastic kitchenette space. Parking directly outside room."
Australia
Allanah
The price is Rp1.339.306
Rp1.540.202 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Jade Court Motor Lodge
A modern building entrance with a glass door, a small outdoor seating area with metal chairs, and a gravel pathway.

11. Andorra Motel

Andorra Motel
3.0 star property
Geraldine
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (318 reviews)
"very clean quiet place to stay"
Australia
Jim
The price is Rp1.599.288
Rp1.839.181 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Andorra Motel
A wooden bench outside a building with a view of a road and mountains.

12. Alpine Glacier Motel

Alpine Glacier Motel
3.5 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (805 reviews)
"What a view. Lots of great walking trails nearby. Great hotel if you are going to be spending your days tramping locally."
United States
Neal
The price is Rp1.216.755
Rp1.399.268 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Alpine Glacier Motel
A hotel with a modern building and a parking lot with several cars.

13. Blue Peaks Lodge

Blue Peaks Lodge
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (995 reviews)
"Great stay , amazing location . Will be back"
Australia
Brett
The price is Rp2.844.931
Rp3.296.838 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Blue Peaks Lodge
A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, stainless steel refrigerator, and wooden shelves.

14. Sierra Motel

Sierra Motel
2.5 star property
Omarama
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (365 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay at Sierra Motel. Our room was spacious, very clean, and had everything we needed. The owners were so kind and helpful, which made us feel welcome from the start. We would happily stay here again and recommend it to anyone visiting the area."
United States
Lisa
The price is Rp2.118.905
Rp2.436.741 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Sierra Motel
A glass table and chairs with a view of a lake and mountains.

15. The White Morph - Heritage Collection

The White Morph - Heritage Collection
4.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (660 reviews)
"Great property, stunning views, fantastic locations just off the restaurant/shop section and super helpful staff."
Canada
Monique
The price is Rp2.836.177
Rp3.261.604 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
A motel with a red-tiled roof, surrounded by a grassy field and a mountain backdrop.

16. Bella Vista Queenstown

Bella Vista Queenstown
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (967 reviews)
"Bed was cleaned with soft blanket. Bathroom was also cleaned and spacious. The room was a bit small and the floor should have been vacuumed. It’s walking distance (500 - 700 meter) to town/ bus station"
United States
HUONG
The price is Rp1.766.098
Rp2.031.053 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Bella Vista Queenstown
A modern two-story building with a balcony, large windows, and a view of snow-capped mountains.

17. Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites
3.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (520 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay with you and would highly recommend staying here.. When we checked in the lady at the front desk was so helpful..🙂"
Australia
vicki
The price is Rp1.221.088
Rp1.404.302 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Kaikoura Quality Suites
A covered outdoor patio with stone walls, multiple tables and chairs, and a view of mountains in the background.

18. Carrick Lodge Motel

Carrick Lodge Motel
4.5 star property
Cromwell
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (296 reviews)
"Lovely overnight stay. Comfortable bed. Close to shops."
Australia
Sheree
The price is Rp1.843.511
Rp2.120.042 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Carrick Lodge Motel
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

19. Jasmine Court Motel

Jasmine Court Motel
4.0 star property
Picton
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (736 reviews)
"Spacious, clean and comfortable. A great value stay in a good location."
Australia
Katrina
The price is Rp1.544.128
Rp1.775.762 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Jasmine Court Motel
A hot tub on a wooden deck with a scenic mountain view in the background.

20. Archway Motel & Chalets

Archway Motel & Chalets
3.0 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (439 reviews)
"Room is very clean and spacious."
Australia
Jason
The price is Rp2.154.269
Rp2.477.409 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Archway Motel & Chalets
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

8/10 Good
"Easy to get too, good amenities, good for my family."
Leticia 1-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

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South Island Motels information

Number of reviews
7,527
Accommodation
304 Motels
Lowest Price
Rp1.395.242
Highest Price
Rp3.869.605