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MOST POPULARQueenstown
3 stars from AED 195
4+ stars from AED 123
Christchurch
3 stars from AED 107
5+ stars from AED 66
Cromwell
3 stars from AED 345
5+ stars from AED 281
Lake Tekapo
3 stars from AED 257
4+ stars from AED 470
Franz Josef Glacier
3 stars from AED 66
4+ stars from AED 99
Nelson
3 stars from AED 246
5+ stars from AED 176

Best South Island hotels

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown - Queenstown - Patio
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown
8.5 Very Good
AED 852+
AED 852+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa - Queenstown - Balcony
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
8.2 Very Good
AED 957+
AED 957+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Haka House Lake Tekapo - Lake Tekapo - Living room
Haka House Lake Tekapo - Lake Tekapo - Living room
Haka House Lake Tekapo
8.6 Very Good
AED 930+
AED 930+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside - Queenstown - Patio
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside - Queenstown - Patio
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
8 Very Good
AED 914+
AED 914+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile - Queenstown - Lobby
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile - Queenstown - Lobby
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
8.7 Very Good
AED 620+
AED 620+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Ramada By Wyndham Queenstown Central - Queenstown - Lobby
Ramada By Wyndham Queenstown Central - Queenstown - Lobby
Ramada By Wyndham Queenstown Central
8.1 Very Good
AED 884+
AED 884+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Sudima Christchurch Airport - Christchurch - Bedroom
Sudima Christchurch Airport - Christchurch - Bedroom
Sudima Christchurch Airport
8.6 Very Good
AED 504+
AED 504+
Parking
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview - Queenstown - Restaurant
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview - Queenstown - Restaurant
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
7.7 Good
AED 720+
AED 720+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Lylo Christchurch - Christchurch - Front desk
Lylo Christchurch - Christchurch - Front desk
Lylo Christchurch
8.1 Very Good
AED 334+
AED 334+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Pinewood Lodge - Queenstown - Bedroom
Pinewood Lodge - Queenstown - Bedroom
Pinewood Lodge
7.3 Good
AED 286+
AED 286+
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels - Te Anau - Patio
Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels - Te Anau - Patio
Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels
8.1 Very Good
AED 147+
AED 147+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown - Queenstown - Living room
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown - Queenstown - Living room
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
7.4 Good
AED 705+
AED 705+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
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Average price (weeknight)

AED 755

Average price (weekend night)

AED 670
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
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When to book a hotel in South Island

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Top tips for finding the perfect South Island hotel

  • The cheapest 3-star hotel room in South Island found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was AED 369, while the most expensive was AED 369.
  • How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in South Island for 4 days.
  • Book at least 22 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your South Island accommodation.

FAQs when booking a hotel in South Island

  • What is the most popular destination in South Island?

    Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular destination is Queenstown (33% of total searches to South Island). The next most popular destinations are Christchurch (29%) and Cromwell (25%). Searches for hotels in Lake Tekapo (13%) are also popular.

  • How much is a cheap hotel in South Island?

    KAYAK users have found double rooms in South Island for as cheap as AED 49 (Nelson) in the last 3 days. The average price is AED 593.

  • How much is a hotel in South Island for tonight?

    In the last 72 hours, users have found South Island hotels for tonight for as low as AED 70 (Christchurch). Users have also found 3-star hotels from AED 109 (Te Anau) and 4-star+ hotels from AED 75 (Christchurch).

Where to stay in South Island?

Our map will help you find the perfect place to stay in South Island by showing you the exact location of each hotel.

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Quest Cathedral Junction Serviced Apartments - Christchurch - Lobby
Quest Cathedral Junction Serviced Apartments
8.2 Very Good
Christchurch Central CityAED 482+
AED 482+
Free Wi-Fi
Beachlife Apartments - Christchurch - Bedroom
Beachlife Apartments
6.5 Okay
AED 353+
AED 353+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Merivale Manor - Christchurch - Building
Merivale Manor - Christchurch - Building
Merivale Manor
9.1 Wonderful
MerivaleAED 501+
AED 501+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch - Christchurch - Living room
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch - Christchurch - Living room
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
8.5 Very Good
PapanuiAED 246+
AED 246+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning

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