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Our top choices for South Island ski hotels

A lakeside view with chairs and a picnic table, surrounded by trees and mountains.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, and a view of a lake and mountains through a glass door.
A modern kitchen with wooden walls, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, and a microwave.
A building with a covered outdoor area, a car parked in front, and a starry night sky.

1. Lakes Edge Holiday Park

Lakes Edge Holiday Park
Lake Tekapo
€111
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Lakes Edge Holiday Park
A modern building with a large patio area, a mountain in the background, and a body of water in the foreground.
A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A modern hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a scenic view, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table with a remote control and glasses on it.
A person at a table with a view of mountains and a body of water.

2. Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort
Lake Tekapo
  • Ski-in to snowy adventures at Peppers Bluewater Resort where pristine lakeside views await just steps from alpine wonders and snow sports.
€143
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Peppers Bluewater Resort
A wooden deck with tables and chairs overlooking a lake and mountains.
A restaurant interior with a bar area, seating arrangement, and a view of the outside.
A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, wooden seating, and a large window.
A wooden building with a sign reading "JACK RABBIT" and a rainbow in the background.

3. The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel
Lake Tekapo
  • Alpine serenity awaits at The Godley Hotel with easy access to winter activities and lake views.
€100
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
The Godley Hotel
A rustic garden with a stone building, wooden benches, and a gravel path.
A bedroom with a wooden headboard, a small wooden stool, a hanging light fixture, and a window with blinds.
A rustic cabin with stone walls, a metal roof, and wooden deck seating.
A garden with a stone bench, a building with red windows, and a mountain in the background.

4. Cardrona Hotel

Cardrona Hotel
Cardrona
  • Winter skiing thrills and historic charm await at Cardrona Hotel, offering alpine access and cosy fireside retreats.
€83
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Cardrona Hotel
A bedroom with a large window, a bed with a blue throw, and a nightstand with a lamp.
A modern room with a large window, a black leather sofa, a white table with chairs, and a grey armchair.
A row of cabins with solar panels, set against a mountainous backdrop.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, kettle, and a small refrigerator. There is a sink with a faucet, and a cabinet with drawers. A dark door is visible on the right side.

5. Aoraki Court Motel

Aoraki Court Motel
Mount Cook
  • Ski into winter's embrace at Mount Cook with heated floors, mountain views, and glacier-side hiking trails in this eco-certified retreat.
€374
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Aoraki Court Motel
A neatly made bed with a dark headboard, two bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.
A patio with two metal chairs and a small table, a potted plant, and a window with white curtains.
A room with two beds, a sofa, a coffee table, a desk, and a wall-mounted lamp.
A compact kitchen with a built-in dishwasher, a sink, and a window overlooking a garden.

6. Aorangi Motel

Aorangi Motel
Fairlie
€87
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Aorangi Motel
A modern building with a glass balcony, a parking lot, and outdoor seating.
A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a chair, a small table, a lamp, and a bed.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A modern building with a dark facade, a visible entrance, and a sign indicating a direction.

7. West Meadows Motel

West Meadows Motel
Wanaka
  • Alpine retreat near Wānaka's slopes offers premium comfort with ski storage and modern amenities for winter adventurers.
€177
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
West Meadows Motel
A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, a wooden ceiling, and a visible outdoor area.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table, and a chair. There is a window with a view of mountains and a cityscape.
A hotel room with a bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a painting on the wall.
A couple embracing in a room with a large window, a bed, and a nightstand.

8. Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
Frankton
€129
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
A group of people seated on wicker furniture facing a lake with mountains in the background.
A rocky shoreline with a large tree and a smaller tree in the water, surrounded by mountains.
A golf course with a pond, surrounded by buildings with dark roofs and a mountainous backdrop.
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

9. Edgewater

Edgewater
Wanaka
  • Alpine paradise with slope-side skiing, cosy fireplaces, and hot tub relaxation by serene mountain lake.
€164
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Edgewater
A row of waterfront cottages with balconies, wooden decks, and a mountain backdrop.
A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of a water body and buildings.
A clear view of a swimming pool with a glass barrier, wooden deck, and a backdrop of mountain ranges.
A spacious living room with a large window overlooking a pool and mountains, a wooden dining table, and comfortable seating.

10. Lake Resort by Marsden

Lake Resort by Marsden
Mount Pisa
  • Ski right into alpine paradise at Mount Pisa where waterfront adventures meet powdery slopes for an unforgettable mountain escape.
€96
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Lake Resort by Marsden
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4-star ski hotels in South Island

A modern building with a large patio area, a mountain in the background, and a body of water in the foreground.
A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A modern hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a scenic view, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table with a remote control and glasses on it.
A person at a table with a view of mountains and a body of water.

Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort
Lake Tekapo
€143
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Peppers Bluewater Resort
A modern living room with two bean bag chairs, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A seating area with white metal chairs and tables, positioned against a white wall with a window.
A modern hotel room with a seating area, a small kitchenette, and a large mirror.
A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, a stainless steel sink, and a wine rack.

The Lakes Motel Twizel

The Lakes Motel Twizel
Twizel
€187
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
The Lakes Motel Twizel
A neatly made bed with a dark headboard, two bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.
A patio with two metal chairs and a small table, a potted plant, and a window with white curtains.
A room with two beds, a sofa, a coffee table, a desk, and a wall-mounted lamp.
A compact kitchen with a built-in dishwasher, a sink, and a window overlooking a garden.

Aorangi Motel

Aorangi Motel
Fairlie
€87
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Aorangi Motel
A wooden cabin room with a bed, a desk, and a mirror.
A wooden porch with a bicycle leaning against the wall.
A wooden table in a natural setting with mountains in the background.
A compact room with a wooden wall, a small desk with a chair, a hanging coat rack, and a television mounted on the wall.

Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook

Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook
Mount Cook
€207
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook
A bedroom with a large window, a bed with a blue throw, and a nightstand with a lamp.
A modern room with a large window, a black leather sofa, a white table with chairs, and a grey armchair.
A row of cabins with solar panels, set against a mountainous backdrop.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, kettle, and a small refrigerator. There is a sink with a faucet, and a cabinet with drawers. A dark door is visible on the right side.

Aoraki Court Motel

Aoraki Court Motel
Mount Cook
€374
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Aoraki Court Motel
A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, a wooden ceiling, and a visible outdoor area.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table, and a chair. There is a window with a view of mountains and a cityscape.
A hotel room with a bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a painting on the wall.
A couple embracing in a room with a large window, a bed, and a nightstand.

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
Frankton
€129
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
A wooden cabin with large windows, surrounded by lush pink flowering bushes and a stone pathway leading to the entrance.
A cozy reading nook with a large window, a bookshelf filled with books, and a comfortable seating area.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a wardrobe, and a balcony with a view.
A rustic wooden cabin with a chimney, stone steps, and a wooden deck with a table and chairs.

Te Wanaka Lodge

Te Wanaka Lodge
Wanaka
€98
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Te Wanaka Lodge
A modern bar area with seating, a counter with a logo, and a view of the outside.
A restaurant table set with glasses, cutlery, and a bottle, with a mountain view through the window.
A modern hotel with a glass facade, parking lot, and a mountainous backdrop.
A couple walking along a lakeside path with mountains in the background.

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
Frankton
€114
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
A modern dining area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of mountains and a lake.
A bedroom with a large bed, a coffee tray, a chair, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A modern bathroom with a wooden bathtub, a wooden shelf with towels, and a view of mountains and a lake.
A modern interior with stone walls, a wooden ceiling, and large windows offering mountain views.

Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse
Fernhill
€197
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Kamana Lakehouse
A group of people seated on wicker furniture facing a lake with mountains in the background.
A rocky shoreline with a large tree and a smaller tree in the water, surrounded by mountains.
A golf course with a pond, surrounded by buildings with dark roofs and a mountainous backdrop.
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Edgewater

Edgewater
Wanaka
€164
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Edgewater
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5-star ski hotels in South Island

A modern room with large windows offering a view of a lake and mountains. There are two sofas and a wicker chair.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.
Two people sitting by a window overlooking a lake and mountains.

Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
Lake Tekapo
€151
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Haka House Lake Tekapo
A modern interior with large windows offering a view of a mountainous landscape and a bridge.
A modern multi-story building with large glass windows and stone pillars.
A modern living room with a sofa and armchairs, a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of mountains.
A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
Lake Tekapo
€524
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
A room with a large window, a wooden deck, a white bathtub, and a chair.
A person relaxing in a swimming pool with a tiled floor and potted plants in the background.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, modern furniture, and a view through large windows.
A restaurant with a wooden ceiling, large windows, and a central island with logs.

Coronet Ridge Resort

Coronet Ridge Resort
Arthur's Point
€421
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Coronet Ridge Resort
A curved infinity pool with a clear view of a lake and mountains in the background.
A bedroom with a large bed, a view of mountains and a lake, and a balcony with seating.
A view through a window of a vineyard landscape with hills and a lake.
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and large windows offering a mountain view.

Stoneridge Estate

Stoneridge Estate
Lake Hayes
€424
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Stoneridge Estate
A modern house with a central chimney, surrounded by a garden and a small pond.
A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, a fireplace, and a view of a lush garden through large windows.
A wooden deck with two chairs and a table, overlooking a river and mountains.
A spacious lobby with leather sofas, a central coffee table, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.

Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa

Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa
Gibbston
€334
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa
A night scene with a starry sky, a wooden deck, and a calm body of water reflecting the stars.
A spacious dining area with large windows offering a view of snow-capped mountains and a lake.
A spacious living room with a large window overlooking a serene lake and mountains.

Matuka Luxury Lodge

Matuka Luxury Lodge
Ben Ohau
€426
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Matuka Luxury Lodge
A rustic outdoor dining area with wooden benches and a thatched roof, surrounded by natural vegetation and a mountainous backdrop.
A spacious lobby with a polished stone floor, exposed brick walls, and a high ceiling with visible beams.
A cozy lounge area with seating, a map, and a decorative wall piece.

Headwaters Glenorchy Eco Lodge

Headwaters Glenorchy Eco Lodge
Glenorchy
€229
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Headwaters Glenorchy Eco Lodge
A modern building with a circular window and a view of a lake and mountains.
A modern living room with a sofa, a round coffee table, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A dining area with tables set for four, large windows offering a view of a lake and mountains.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round wooden coffee table, and a view of a lake and mountains through large glass doors.

QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown
Queenstown City Centre
€204
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
QT Queenstown
A row of cabins with a mountain backdrop and a hot air balloon in the sky.
A spacious balcony with a dining area, a sofa, and a grill, overlooking a mountainous landscape.
A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, a view of mountains, and a window with curtains.

Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
Arrowtown
€289
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Millbrook Resort
A riverside hotel with modern architecture, a walking path, and a view of mountains.
A modern living room with large windows, a fireplace, and a view of a lake.
An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the pool area, a lounge with seating, and a stone wall in the background.
A modern hotel room with a stone fireplace, a sofa with red cushions, a desk with a chair, and a large window offering a scenic view.

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Kawarau Falls
€202
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
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