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Our top choices for South Island 5-star hotels

1. Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura
Australia
Maree
HK$717
HK$824 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Sudima Kaikoura

2. Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
Lake Tekapo
United States
Steven
HK$1,017
HK$1,169 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Haka House Lake Tekapo

3. LyLo Christchurch Airport

LyLo Christchurch Airport
Christchurch Airport
Australia
john
HK$409
HK$471 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
LyLo Christchurch Airport

4. Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
ERIC
HK$405
HK$466 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Bealey Quarter

5. The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Queenstown
Japan
Aiko
HK$2,236
HK$2,571 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

6. Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Queenstown
Australia
Kim
HK$1,129
HK$1,299 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

7. Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City
Christchurch City Centre
United Kingdom
Sara
HK$855
HK$983 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Sudima Christchurch City

8. QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown
Queenstown City Centre
Australia
I-Lyn
HK$1,815
HK$2,087 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
QT Queenstown

9. The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
Tara Jade
HK$825
HK$949 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

10. Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Kawarau Falls
Australia
Maryanne
HK$1,357
HK$1,561 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

11. Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Blenheim CBD
Australia
Ian
HK$531
HK$610 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

12. Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
Lake Tekapo
Australia
Dan
HK$2,774
HK$3,190 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

13. The Mayfair

The Mayfair
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
Li Yong
HK$1,025
HK$1,178 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
The Mayfair

14. Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
Arrowtown
Australia
Layne
HK$2,321
HK$2,669 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Millbrook Resort

15. Fable Dunedin

Fable Dunedin
Dunedin City Centre
Australia
Courtney
HK$800
HK$921 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Fable Dunedin

16. The George Christchurch

The George Christchurch
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
Anna
HK$1,484
HK$1,706 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
The George Christchurch

17. LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
Queenstown City Centre
United States
David
HK$896
HK$1,030 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
LyLo Queenstown

18. Haka House Wanaka

Haka House Wanaka
Wanaka
United States
Lenore
HK$830
HK$955 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Haka House Wanaka

19. West Fitzroy Apartments

West Fitzroy Apartments
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
Dan
West Fitzroy Apartments

20. Quest on Kilmore

Quest on Kilmore
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
Sui Faye
Quest on Kilmore
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"We had a quick trip into Queenstown and decided to stay at Hilton in Queenstown. It was a wonderful resort and great rooms. Service was great in hotel and daily in room also. The fireplace in the room was a beautiful extra to have and so right for Queenstown. Service in the Grill was great, and everything about our stay was wonderful."
Natalie 3-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 5-star hotels in South Island?
Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa is a top pick for Expedia customers. The Spire Hotel Queenstown and Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery also earn stellar reviews from our travellers. All located in Queenstown, South Island, these 5-star hotels will give you the luxury experience from the instant you enter the lobby.
How much does it cost to stay in a 5-star hotel in South Island?
There are various pricing options for a 5-star hotel in South Island on Expedia. The amount you pay will depend on when you want to travel, trip length and other factors. Compare all of the available properties for your preferred dates and make use of our pricing and other filters to lock in the ideal high-end stay.
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What makes a hotel 5 stars in South Island?
In South Island, a hotel must provide a certain level of high-end amenities to earn 5 stars. These may include on-site gyms, spas and saunas, gourmet restaurants, premium bedding, complimentary luxury toiletries and more. What also sets 5-star hotels apart is their exceptional standard of service. You can look forward to things like nightly turn-down services, concierge services and in-room massages. Some may also offer additional touches like a welcome gift.