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
Rydges Lakeland Resort Queenstown
38-54 Lake Esplanade, Queenstown, New Zealand
Christchurch
Search hotels in ChristchurchWyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street
64 Kilmore Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
Te Anau
Search hotels in Te AnauTasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau
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
Lake Tekapo
Search hotels in Lake TekapoGalaxy Boutique Hotel
53 D'Archiac Drive, 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 WanakaMinaret Station Alpine Lodge
Wanaka, New Zealand
Wanaka Top 10 Holiday Park
263 Studholme Road North Road, Wanaka, New Zealand
How much does a hotel in South Island cost per night?
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2 stars and under
Tailor Made Tekapo Backpackers
11 Aorangi Crescent, Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
Lakeside Backpackers
18a Lake Esplanade, Queenstown, New Zealand
3 stars
Rydges Lakeland Resort Queenstown
38-54 Lake Esplanade, Queenstown, New Zealand
4 stars +
Hotel St Moritz Queenstown - MGallery Collection
10-18 Brunswick Street, 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
Point Break Backpackers & Cafe
6 Union Street New Brighton, Christchurch, New Zealand
Haka House Lake Tekapo
5 Motuariki Lane, Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
Fiordland Great Views Holiday Park
Te Anau, New Zealand
Penny's Drop Inn
Cromwell, New Zealand
Possum Lodge
Manapouri, New Zealand
Leith Valley Holiday Park & Motels
103 Malvern Street, Dunedin, New Zealand
Manapouri Holiday Park
Manapouri, New Zealand
Haka House Christchurch
36 Hereford Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
South Brighton Holiday Park
Christchurch, New Zealand
Get the best value hotel in South Island
These South Island hotels have the best prices for their ratings
Sudima Christchurch City
49 Salisbury Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
Manapouri Holiday Park
Manapouri, New Zealand
Haka House Christchurch
36 Hereford Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
Haka House Lake Tekapo
5 Motuariki Lane, Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
840 Colombo St, Christchurch, New Zealand
Possum Lodge
Manapouri, 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 | £48 - £293 |
|---|
| Hokitika | 52% cheaper | Hotels in Hokitika are the cheapest in South Island at just £48 per night on average | |
| Aoraki / Mount Cook | 65% more expensive | Aoraki / Mount Cook has the highest priced hotels in South Island with rooms averaging £293 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?
Those looking to stay in a popular tourist area of South Island will likely find Queenstown to be the best bet, as more momondo users looking for hotels in South Island plan to visit Queenstown than any other city. The average price of a hotel in Queenstown is £133/night. Secondary destinations in South Island include Christchurch and Dunedin, where you can find hotels for £74/night and £70/night on average.
What are the best hotels in South Island?
Looking at our users' ratings, the best hotels in South Island are Sudima Christchurch City (8.9), located in Christchurch, Novotel Christchurch Airport (8.9), located in Christchurch, and Kamana Lakehouse (8.8), located in Queenstown.
How much does a hotel in South Island cost in May?
For a double room in South Island during the month of May, you can expect rates to be around £198 per night on average. The cheapest double room in South Island in May was £60 per night in the city of Queenstown.
Which city in South Island has the most expensive hotel rooms?
Visiting and staying overnight in Cromwell will cost you a premium compared to the rest of South Island. Expect to pay £88 per night, a rate that is about 25% more than the country’s average.
Which city in South Island has the least expensive hotel rooms?
If you are travelling to South Island on a budget, plan to stay in Te Anau which boasts the lowest average hotel room cost in the country. Charging about 76% lower than the country’s average, hotel room rates in Te Anau are typically around £28 per night.
What hotels in South Island are good for families?
If you’re planning to stay somewhere in South Island with your family, then consider booking rooms at Reavers Lodge, which is a popular choice among our users with families. Per night prices average £70 for a room at Reavers Lodge. Kamana Lakehouse (£194 per night) and Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa (£170 per night) are other popular family hotel options in South Island.
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 Heritage Queenstown (£130 per night). Kamana Lakehouse, for £194 per night on average, is another great couples hotel option in South Island. Our momondo users have also booked rooms at Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa quite often for a couples getaway in South Island. You can expect prices for Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa to be around £170 per night.
How many operators does momondo search for hotels in South Island?
As of May 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 were last updated today.
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