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 QueenstownChristchurch
Search hotels in ChristchurchDrifter Christchurch
96 Lichfield Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
Te Anau
Search hotels in Te AnauTe Anau Top 10 Holiday Park and Motels
Te Anau, New Zealand
Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels
Te Anau, New Zealand
Lake Tekapo
Search hotels in Lake TekapoPeppers 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
How much does a hotel in South Island cost per night?
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2 stars and under
Drifter Christchurch
96 Lichfield Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
3 stars
4 stars +
Hotel St Moritz Queenstown - MGallery Collection
10-18 Brunswick Street, Queenstown, New Zealand
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Kawarau Village, 79 Peninsula Road, Queenstown, 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
Drifter Christchurch
96 Lichfield Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
Glentanner Park Centre
State Highway 80, Glentanner, New Zealand
Possum Lodge
Manapouri, New Zealand
Chalet Backpackers
296 High Street, Dunedin, New Zealand
Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels
Te Anau, New Zealand
Haka House Lake Tekapo
5 Motuariki Lane, Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
Manapouri Holiday Park
Manapouri, New Zealand
Uptown Backpackers
243 Moray Place, Dunedin, 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
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 | C$ 89 - C$ 542 |
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| Hokitika | 52% cheaper | Hotels in Hokitika are the cheapest in South Island at just C$ 89 per night on average | |
| Aoraki / Mount Cook | 65% more expensive | Aoraki / Mount Cook has the highest priced hotels in South Island with rooms averaging C$ 542 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?
The most popular cities in South Island are Christchurch, Queenstown, and Dunedin. Nightly rates for hotels in Christchurch, Queenstown and Dunedin are C$ 120, C$ 205, and C$ 164 respectfully.
What are the best hotels in South Island?
Of all the hotels in South Island, the most highly regarded hotel by momondo users is Travellers Retreat B&B, which received a rating of 9.2. Following Travellers Retreat B&B was Akaroa Criterion Motel with a rating of 9.2 and The Stonemason's Cottage with a rating of 9.2.
What is the most popular hotel in South Island?
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa is the most popular hotel in South Island, with 15% of all users who searched for hotels in South Island choosing to stay at Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa in the past 12 months. This hotel has a 8.3/10 rating from 3,294 reviews.
How much does a hotel in South Island cost in April?
C$ 128 per night is the average price for a double room at a hotel in South Island during the month of April. The cheapest rate for a double room in South Island during this month was for C$ 46 per night (in Christchurch).
Which city in South Island has the most expensive hotel rooms?
At C$ 204 per night, Akaroa is the most expensive city in South Island to book a hotel room in. The average cost of C$ 204 is about 49% above the country's average price per night.
Which city in South Island has the least expensive hotel rooms?
The least expensive city in South Island to stay in is Nelson. With an average rate of C$ 32 per night, Nelson is about 80% less expensive than other cities in South Island.
What hotels in South Island are good for families?
Airport Gateway Motor Lodge, Kamana Lakehouse and Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa are all hotels in South Island that are good for families. C$ 90 per night is the average price for a room at Airport Gateway Motor Lodge, C$ 194 per night is typical for Kamana Lakehouse and C$ 170 per night is the average rate for Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa.
What hotels in South Island are perfect for couples?
If you’re looking for a couples getaway somewhere in South Island, then consider booking a room at Kamana Lakehouse (C$ 194 per night). Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa, for C$ 170 per night on average, is another great couples hotel option in South Island. Our momondo users have also booked rooms at Akaroa Criterion Motel quite often for a couples getaway in South Island. You can expect prices for Akaroa Criterion Motel to be around C$ 101 per night.
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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Why should I book accommodation in South Island through momondo?
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How does momondo help me find a great place to stay in South Island?
You can find a great place to stay in South Island by using our filters once you have used the search form above. The filters momondo offer include simple options such as star rating, location and price; but also go much further and allow you to select accommodation based on style, amenities such as free breakfast and internet, as well as enhanced health and safety options.