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LyLo Christchurch Airport

LyLo Christchurch Airport
5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Good stay at a resonable price ideal if you have an early morning flight short walk to terminal "
Australia
john
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
LyLo Christchurch Airport

Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (561 reviews)
"Great accommodation for the price! Staff were so helpful, welcoming, and warm! The room itself was super clean and had all I needed for a 2-night stay"
Australia
Abigail
The price is €45
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Bealey Quarter

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (602 reviews)
"Nice place to stay."
Australia
Peter
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Sudima Kaikoura

Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (426 reviews)
"Close to the Night Sky Project and great view of the lake."
United States
Steven
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Haka House Lake Tekapo

QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"great hotel and location "
Canada
BENJAMIN
The price is €269
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
QT Queenstown

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
5.0 star property
Queenstown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"It was absolutely amazing place to stay in Queenstown. Not only The room was super comfortable but also the restaurant was super nice. We had a great time there."
Japan
Aiko
The price is €305
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Kawarau Falls
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Very friendly and helpful staff. The hotel is right on the lakefront with beautiful views. The breakfast buffet had lots of options for vegetarians as well."
Australia
Kumaree
The price is €199
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
5.0 star property
Blenheim CBD
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Location and beautiful"
Australia
John
The price is €66
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (294 reviews)
"Perfect accommodation, fabulous view would definitely return"
United Kingdom
Oriel
The price is €346
includes taxes & fees
11 Jul - 12 Jul
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (617 reviews)
"Best breakfast buffet! Absolutely wonderful and helpful staff."
United States
Donna
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Sudima Christchurch City

LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (755 reviews)
"Lylo was in a great location, near shops and restaurants. We had a group of 15 and the rooms were perfect for our needs."
United States
David
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
LyLo Queenstown

Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
5.0 star property
Arrowtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (771 reviews)
"Fantastic stay! Always such lovely setting and wonderful amenities. Relaxing and peaceful, so close to Queenstown and Arrowtown."
Australia
Tessa
The price is €310
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Millbrook Resort

The George Christchurch

The George Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (652 reviews)
"Convenient location, walking distance to down town. Friendly staff, rooms clean and comfortable."
United States
lorraine
The price is €185
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
The George Christchurch

Haka House Wanaka

Haka House Wanaka
5.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (260 reviews)
"Everything was great."
United Kingdom
Eamonn
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Haka House Wanaka

Poshtel

Poshtel
5.0 star property
Oamaru
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (416 reviews)
"Cool hotel, nice atmosphere and great location. Breakfast was good too."
Australia
Joshua
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Poshtel

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (349 reviews)
"Great location - near to city centre and the botanical gardens. Helpful staff and a nice 'happy hour' tasting in the evenings."
United Kingdom
Robert
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

Quest on Kilmore

Quest on Kilmore
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (302 reviews)
"Great place, very generous sized rooms"
Australia
Albert
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Quest on Kilmore

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,561 reviews)
"Great stay!"
Australia
Kim
The price is €175
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

The Mayfair

The Mayfair
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (321 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Nicholas
The price is €128
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
The Mayfair

Fable Dunedin

Fable Dunedin
5.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (560 reviews)
"Great hotel with a great breakfast. Highly recommended"
Australia
thaweesak
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Fable Dunedin
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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.
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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.