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Shared kitchen facilities

LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Good stay at a resonable price ideal if you have an early morning flight short walk to terminal "
Australia
john
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
LyLo Christchurch
Terrace/patio

Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (538 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay"
Australia
Akarshit
The price is €53
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Bealey Quarter
Beach/ocean view

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (578 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
Australia
Carmel
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Sudima Kaikoura
Front of property

Quest on Kilmore

Quest on Kilmore
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (286 reviews)
"Very clean and friendly service all employees were happy and smiling well run hotel "
Canada
Rob
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Quest on Kilmore
Terrace/patio

LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (746 reviews)
"Clean room, great staffs, convenient location for tours."
United States
Eiichi
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
LyLo Queenstown
Lounge

Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (421 reviews)
"Close to the Night Sky Project and great view of the lake."
United States
Steven
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Exterior

QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"great hotel and location "
Canada
BENJAMIN
The price is €175
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
QT Queenstown
Interior entrance

The Mayfair

The Mayfair
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (313 reviews)
"Great hotel and a nice little walk into town "
United Kingdom
Debbie
The price is €124
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
The Mayfair
Exterior

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Kawarau Falls
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Breakfast is lovely "
Australia
Karina
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Exterior

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
5.0 star property
Queenstown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great room, wonderful restaurant and so convenient!"
United States
Daniel
The price is €219
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Property entrance

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
5.0 star property
Blenheim CBD
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"I thoroughly enjoyed my stay here from the most comfortable bed I have ever slept in to the top notch gourmet restaurant and wonderful staff. "
Australia
Ingrid
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Lobby lounge

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (332 reviews)
"Beautiful boutique hotel. "
Canada
Natalia
The price is €125
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
Exterior

The George Christchurch

The George Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (647 reviews)
"Property is very central to everything the staff couldn’t have been nicer. Highly recommend staying here"
Australia
Brett
The price is €186
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
The George Christchurch
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (603 reviews)
"Really great stay, spotlessly clean, Great stay."
Australia
Angela
The price is €116
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Sudima Christchurch City
Reception

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (293 reviews)
"Perfect accommodation, fabulous view would definitely return"
United Kingdom
Oriel
The price is €301
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
Property grounds

Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
5.0 star property
Arrowtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (761 reviews)
"Stunning place to stay my room was so cosy and the bed was so comfortable. The food was amazing the whole place was great. Just beautiful. "
Australia
Marie
The price is €246
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Millbrook Resort
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay. "
Australia
Tristan
The price is €157
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
Classic Room

Fable Dunedin

Fable Dunedin
5.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (550 reviews)
"Great stay, room was pretty tight for space but otherwise fantastic "
Australia
Hayley
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Fable Dunedin
Exterior

Poshtel

Poshtel
5.0 star property
Oamaru
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (404 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, family run business that went out of their way to make us feel welcome. We had a nice continental breakfast as well. Definitely recommend staying here"
Australia
Catriona
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Poshtel
Two-Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen

West Fitzroy Apartments

West Fitzroy Apartments
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (309 reviews)
"Central, walking distance to great restaurants and attractions Clean , cosy and a perfect stay Thank you"
Australia
Jodi-Lyn
West Fitzroy Apartments
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Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

24 Frankton Road Queenstown
The price is €116 per night from 20 May to 21 May
€116
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Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

2/10 Terrible
"Friendly efficient staff. Willing to help. Room was beautifully presented sunny and comfortable. Will certainly be back and would recommend"
Gillian 3-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Sudima Kaikoura

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 5-star hotels in South Island?
According to Expedia customer reviews, Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa, The Spire Hotel Queenstown and Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery in Queenstown are some of the most popular 5-star hotels around South Island. From their prime locations to their amenities and services, everything about these luxurious stays is designed to go above and beyond.
How much does it cost to stay in a 5-star hotel in South Island?
How much you pay for a 5-star hotel in South Island depends on things like when you plan to go and the length of your stay. A top tip for landing an awesome deal? Use our pricing filters to compare the available hotels for your selected dates.

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What makes a hotel 5 stars in South Island?
From high-end restaurants and 24-hour fitness centres to swimming pools and superior bedding, the 5-star experience in South Island is all about comfort and luxury. But it takes more than just top-notch amenities to earn a 5-star rating. Stays also have to provide extraordinary guest-focused services like beauty treatments, on-site laundry and room service any time day or night.