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Our top choices for South Island 5-star hotels

Shared kitchen facilities

LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, easy to get to from the airport, close to shops and supermarkets "
Australia
Paula
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
LyLo Christchurch
Terrace/patio

Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (509 reviews)
"A perfect stay and really nice people to help any time"
Australia
Ana-Maria
The price is €52
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Bealey Quarter
Lounge

Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (411 reviews)
"Clean rooms, warm hospitality, very convenient location, good securities."
United States
Eiichi
The price is €212
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Front of property

Quest on Kilmore

Quest on Kilmore
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (252 reviews)
"Great hotel and location, spacious and washer and dryer were a huge plus!"
United States
Shanna
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Quest on Kilmore
Beach/ocean view

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (535 reviews)
"Great stay amazing place with amazing views "
Australia
Sean
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Sudima Kaikoura
Terrace/patio

LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (738 reviews)
"Clean room, great staffs, convenient location for tours."
United States
Eiichi
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
LyLo Queenstown
Exterior

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Kawarau Falls
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Breakfast is lovely "
Australia
Karina
The price is €236
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
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, (1,000 reviews)
"Exceptionally clean, well laid out apartment. Great customer service, easy check in. Shuttle to and from the hotel, great add on."
Canada
Anne-Marie
The price is €293
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Exterior

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 €227
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
QT Queenstown
Indoor pool

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
5.0 star property
Papanui
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (975 reviews)
"Safe clean friendly place "
Australia
Tamsyn
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
Interior entrance

The Mayfair

The Mayfair
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (305 reviews)
"Great hotel and a nice little walk into town "
United Kingdom
Debbie
The price is €165
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
The Mayfair
Lobby lounge

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (316 reviews)
"A beautiful unique hotel in an excellent location."
United States
Jennine
The price is €149
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
Property entrance

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
5.0 star property
Blenheim CBD
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay"
Australia
William
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
View from property

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,518 reviews)
"Happy with our stay"
Australia
Susan
The price is €194
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Reception

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (286 reviews)
"Great location and views, the room was very nice as well"
United States
Said
The price is €344
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
Interior

Poshtel

Poshtel
5.0 star property
Oamaru
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (391 reviews)
"A fun place in a fun little city"
United States
Rick
The price is €106
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Poshtel
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (585 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Annette
The price is €136
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Sudima Christchurch City
Exterior

The George Christchurch

The George Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (641 reviews)
"Beautiful, comfy hotel to stay, recovering well from our long trip fatigue. Cozy and spacious room that we wanted to stay longer. Sparkling clean everywhere."
United States
Tomoko
The price is €247
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
The George Christchurch
Outdoor dining

Haka House Wanaka

Haka House Wanaka
5.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (249 reviews)
"Good bed. Small room and shower. "
Canada
Elizabeth
The price is €173
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Haka House Wanaka
Property grounds

Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
5.0 star property
Arrowtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (756 reviews)
"Incredible place, very peaceful, great service and epic food"
United Kingdom
Muhammad
The price is €244
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
Millbrook Resort
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Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

88 Frankton Road Queenstown
The price is €174 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
€174
20 Apr - 21 Apr
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter

8/10 Good
"I did not know there was breakfast. Room clean and comfortable. Road noise present, suggest ear plugs. Parking easy"
Sena 1-night trip
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Bealey Quarter

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.