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LyLo Christchurch
Property amenity

LyLo Christchurch

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Everything suited my stay no problems at all "
The price is €48
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
LyLo Christchurch
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (223)
"Wonderful place with good views and staff"
The price is €295
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Lounge

Haka House Lake Tekapo

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (322)
"So clean, great facilities, amazing views of the lake and quiet "
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
View from property

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1379)
"Stayed for 3 days and very good as always."
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Sudima Christchurch City
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Sudima Christchurch City

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (450)
"Exceptional stay with all of the perfect amenities. Will stay again for sure. "
The price is €130
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Sudima Christchurch City
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Restaurant

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Staff were very friendly; service was excellent. Rooms and facilities were very clean and comfortable."
The price is €143
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Property entrance

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Had an enjoyable stay at this lovely venue"
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Sudima Kaikoura
Deluxe Twin

Sudima Kaikoura

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (400)
"Beautiful place to stay."
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Sudima Kaikoura
Poshtel
Front of property

Poshtel

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (316)
"Wonderfull hotel and staff "
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Poshtel
The Mayfair
Top of House - King

The Mayfair

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (246)
"Lovely staff. Very accommodating. Great room. Talented bar staff. Didn't stay for dinner but restaurant was filled with locals for bfast, which tells me food must be great. "
The price is €177
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
The Mayfair
QT Queenstown
Bar (on property)

QT Queenstown

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (956)
"Gorgeous hotel with free coffees in the morning and walking distance to the town"
The price is €204
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
QT Queenstown
Fable Dunedin
Front of property – evening/night

Fable Dunedin

5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (458)
"Very nice amenities. We really enjoyed the complementary bottle of wine and climate control in the room, great stay!"
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Fable Dunedin
LyLo Queenstown
Terrace/patio

LyLo Queenstown

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (668)
"I like the design of the pods, as it has sufficient space and an unique style, compared to other hostels. "
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
LyLo Queenstown
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
Reception

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (260)
"Coffee, restaurants, tram, and park right at your doorstep. "
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Fantastic hotel with excellent service and friendly staff"
The price is €248
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
The George Christchurch
Exterior

The George Christchurch

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (610)
"Best place I've ever stayed in."
The price is €168
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
The George Christchurch
Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel
Tower Suite | Living area

Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (458)
"Good place to stay friendly staff and close to town "
The price is €206
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel
Hotel Montreal
Penthouse | Bathroom

Hotel Montreal

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (246)
"Amazing hotel and great staff. Biggest and most comfortable room if ever stayed in."
Hotel Montreal
Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef
Exterior

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (182)
"Beautiful hotel"
The price is €178
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef
Fino Hotel and Suites
Terrace/patio

Fino Hotel and Suites

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (836)
"Penthouse apartment is the best, its huge. The biggest beds & very compfy."
Fino Hotel and Suites
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Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

88 Frankton Road, Queenstown
The price is €150 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
€150
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"We had an absolutely amazing stay at Hilton. The in-room spa was the highlight of the room. Absolutely worth the upgrade. The staff was always polite and helpful. Will definitely recommend staying at Hilton. "
Bhargav 5-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

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.