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Top South Island 5 Star Hotels

LyLo Christchurch

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1007)
"Very convenient for early flights or late arrivals in Christchurch. A quick walk, with reception open and ready to accomodate"
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
LyLo Christchurch

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (225)
"Beautiful room with a stunning view; warm and comfortable plus pristinely clean. Friendly welcoming staff Easy walking distance to lake, cafes, bars and restaurants Very highly recommended "
The price is €305
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (340)
"So clean, great facilities, amazing views of the lake and quiet "
The price is €154
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Haka House Lake Tekapo

Sudima Christchurch City

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (470)
"Loved this place. Alexis in the restaurant is the best!"
The price is €139
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Sudima Christchurch City

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1012)
"Great place to stay, fantastic rooms and awesome views. "
The price is €152
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

QT Queenstown

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (964)
"Awesome property with modern well furnished rooms. Welcoming staff and good location. "
The price is €227
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
QT Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1405)
"A nice tidy property, walking distance to main shopping area. "
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (266)
"Laid back atmosphere, also great lounge to relax in and have tea."
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

LyLo Queenstown

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (677)
"Lylo was great. If you get the breakfast package it’s a local bagel shop which is great. Super walkable to everything around! "
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
LyLo Queenstown

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Best place I have stayed in within New Zealand, it’s beautiful. And the staff were excellent."
The price is €240
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Mayfair

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (251)
"Convenient location near the airport. Staff were very kind and helpful. Beautiful rooms. Thank you "
The price is €197
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
The Mayfair

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (919)
"Room was clean, staff are very friendly, safe and quiet, away from the busy roads but also nice and close to supermarkets and mall. Would highly recommend!!"
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"A very nice hotel in a great location. "
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Sudima Kaikoura

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (419)
"Great hotel "
The price is €122
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Sudima Kaikoura

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (186)
"Great food in the restaurant, room with private bush views. Well located and quiet."
The price is €172
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

Millbrook Resort

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (724)
"This is iconic in Arrowtown area. Close to Queenstown & ski resorts. Fantastic restaurants & wine tours. "
The price is €286
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Millbrook Resort

Hotel Montreal

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (250)
"staff were very friendly, rooms were great, food was fantastic"
The price is €221
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hotel Montreal

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1009)
"Very nice hotel"
The price is €185
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

Fino Hotel and Suites

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (839)
"Excellent place to stay with lots of character and very nice staff"
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Fino Hotel and Suites

Haka House Wanaka

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (227)
"Very strategic location and parking availability"
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Haka House Wanaka
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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.

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