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Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (374)
"Great location. Friendly staff. "
United States
Kit Yee Karen
The price is HK$1,466
HK$1,689 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Shared kitchen facilities
LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Clean and efficient, great for short stays pre/post flight "
Australia
Phillip
The price is HK$573
HK$659 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
LyLo Christchurch
Lobby lounge
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (290)
"Lovely staff, excellent amenities close to everything "
Canada
Nicole
The price is HK$1,321
HK$1,519 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
Front of property
Quest on Kilmore

Quest on Kilmore

Quest on Kilmore
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (199)
"Perfect place to stay, excellent facilities "
Australia
Marilyn
The price is HK$729
HK$840 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Quest on Kilmore
Exterior
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
5.0 star property
Queenstown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Clean room, great property to stay and excellent location."
United States
Nandini & Mohit
The price is HK$2,576
HK$2,962 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Exterior
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Kawarau Falls
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Loved the location, staff was accommodating in the hotel, spa, and restaurant. Our suite with living room had a fireplace and dining and lounging deck overlooking the lake. "
United States
bonnie
The price is HK$1,525
HK$1,754 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Terrace/patio
Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (448)
"Nice room, restaurant and pub on property was great as well."
United States
Jason
The price is HK$366
HK$428 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Bealey Quarter
Beach/ocean view
Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (466)
"My second time staying here..Fabulous location and staff..Really great!"
Australia
Juliet
The price is HK$1,033
HK$1,187 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Sudima Kaikoura
View from property
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1460)
"Clean room, friendly staff"
Australia
Kenya
The price is HK$1,223
HK$1,417 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (522)
"Great location, good room set up, lovely staff."
United States
Deidre
The price is HK$1,162
HK$1,337 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Sudima Christchurch City
Indoor pool
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
5.0 star property
Papanui
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (949)
"Family friendly with beautiful grounds. A lovely place for a family holiday."
Australia
Ingrid
The price is HK$412
HK$478 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
Reception
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (256)
"Everything about this stay was phenomenal. Great view of the lake, office manager was nice and helpful with easy check-in. Place was clean and appeared to be recently renovated. Highly recommend and would stay here again."
United States
Ashley
The price is HK$2,772
HK$3,210 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
Property entrance
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
5.0 star property
Blenheim CBD
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Great staff and perfect service "
Australia
Behrang
The price is HK$604
HK$696 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Terrace/patio
LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (704)
"Staff was excellent. Loved the balcony."
Canada
Ron
The price is HK$960
HK$1,104 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
LyLo Queenstown
Outdoor spa tub
Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau
5.0 star property
Te Anau
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (779)
"Fantastic cabins, great location...also the best host we've had !!!"
Australia
Geoff
The price is HK$876
HK$1,007 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds
The Mayfair

The Mayfair

The Mayfair
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (274)
"Friendly staff and a very comfortable room"
Australia
Emily
The price is HK$1,340
HK$1,554 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
The Mayfair
Property grounds
Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
5.0 star property
Arrowtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (744)
"Great gym as well!"
United States
Michael
The price is HK$2,610
HK$3,002 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Millbrook Resort
Exterior
QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (987)
"Courteous staff, convenient and beautiful location, decent breakfast spread."
United States
Vineet
The price is HK$2,293
HK$2,637 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
QT Queenstown
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Fable Dunedin

Fable Dunedin

Fable Dunedin
5.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (504)
"Great stay!"
United States
Kelsie
The price is HK$877
HK$1,008 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Fable Dunedin
Daily buffet breakfast (NZD 45 per person)
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Beautiful rooms, perfect location, and very friendly attentive staff "
Australia
Sylvia
The price is HK$1,556
HK$1,789 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
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Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

123 Princes Street Dunedin
The price is HK$611 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
HK$611
HK$708 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
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Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter

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Bealey Quarter

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.