What is the most popular destination in South Island?

Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular destination is Christchurch (33% of total searches to South Island). The next most popular destinations are Cromwell (29%) and Queenstown (24%). Searches for hotels in Franz Josef Glacier (14%) are also popular. Visit our South Island page for the latest deals!

How much is a cheap hotel in South Island?

KAYAK users have found double rooms in South Island for as cheap as AED 61 ( Nelson ) in the last 3 days. The average price is AED 790. Visit our South Island page for the latest deals!

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MOST POPULARChristchurch

3 stars from AED 104

5+ stars from AED 59

Queenstown

3 stars from AED 239

4+ stars from AED 104

Cromwell

3 stars from AED 353

5+ stars from AED 323

Franz Josef Glacier

3 stars from AED 48

4+ stars from AED 99

Nelson

3 stars from AED 246

5+ stars from AED 62

Dunedin

3 stars from AED 158

4+ stars from AED 71

Best South Island hotels

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown

8.5 Very Good

AED 647+

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

8.2 Very Good

AED 745+

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Air conditioning

Haka House Lake Tekapo - Lake Tekapo - Living room

Haka House Lake Tekapo

8.6 Very Good

AED 710+

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

Novotel Queenstown Lakeside - Queenstown - Patio

Novotel Queenstown Lakeside

8 Very Good

AED 598+

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile - Queenstown - Lobby

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

8.7 Very Good

AED 538+

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

Ramada By Wyndham Queenstown Central - Queenstown - Lobby

Ramada By Wyndham Queenstown Central

8.1 Very Good

AED 631+

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview - Queenstown - Restaurant

Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

7.7 Good

AED 464+

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Sudima Christchurch Airport - Christchurch - Bedroom

Sudima Christchurch Airport

8.6 Very Good

AED 501+

Parking

Airport shuttle

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

Lylo Christchurch - Christchurch - Front desk

Lylo Christchurch

8 Very Good

AED 341+

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

Pinewood Lodge - Queenstown

Pinewood Lodge

7.3 Good

AED 256+

Free Wi-Fi

Pet-friendly

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown - Queenstown - Living room

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

7.4 Good

AED 548+

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

Crowne Plaza Queenstown - Queenstown - Living room

Crowne Plaza Queenstown

8.5 Very Good

AED 810+

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

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KAYAK’s insights for hotels in South Island

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in South Island with confidence.

How much is a hotel in South Island for tonight?

The best deal for a 3-star hotel room in South Island found by KAYAK users in the last 3 days was AED 108, while a 4-star hotel the lowest price was AED 122. The cheapest room found overall was for AED 108.

How much is a hotel in South Island for this weekend?

The cheapest hotel room in South Island for the upcoming weekend found on KAYAK in the last 3 days was for AED 120 per night. For the same dates, 3-star hotel rooms have been found for as low as AED 120 per night and 4-star hotel rooms from AED 128 per night.

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2 stars and below

3 stars

4 stars and above

Average price (weeknight)	AED 682
Average price (weekend night)	AED 837

Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.

Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in South Island for 7 days.

What is the most popular destination in South Island?
Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular destination is Christchurch (33% of total searches to South Island). The next most popular destinations are Cromwell (29%) and Queenstown (24%). Searches for hotels in Franz Josef Glacier (14%) 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 61 (Nelson) in the last 3 days. The average price is AED 790.