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BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
3.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1007)
"very good place to stay will definitely go again"
Australia
Fred
The price is ฿1,331
฿1,530 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
3.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"Staff were courteous, rooms were clean, tidy and comfortable bed was so lovely,food was great 10/10 thank you we will be back"
Australia
Debbie
The price is ฿2,862
฿3,291 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel
3.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (637)
"Staff was very friendly "
United States
Jenny
The price is ฿5,490
฿6,314 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
The Godley Hotel

Fiordland Hotel

Fiordland Hotel
3.0 star property
Te Anau
7.0 out of 10, Good, (622)
"All round good experience "
Australia
Wendy
The price is ฿2,426
฿2,790 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
Fiordland Hotel

The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel

The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel
4.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (344)
"Very elegant and modern. Clean, quiet and centrally located."
United States
Shai
The price is ฿3,147
฿3,619 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan
The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel

Pinewood Queenstown

Pinewood Queenstown
3.0 star property
Boydtown
7.6 out of 10, Good, (649)
"Good places for sleep in Queenstown, 24 hr staff available was a huge selling point."
Australia
wilson
The price is ฿2,399
฿2,759 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Pinewood Queenstown

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Burnside
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Helpful staff, spacious rooms, kitchenette and onsite restaurant with amazing vegetarian options. "
United States
Santosh
The price is ฿2,547
฿2,929 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan
Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites
3.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (387)
"Friendly staff, clean room & comfortable bed"
Australia
Bridget
The price is ฿3,131
฿3,600 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Kaikoura Quality Suites

Hotel Give

Hotel Give
3.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Lovely 2 night stay in Christchurch. Good location and plenty around to see and do."
United Kingdom
Daisy
The price is ฿1,637
฿1,882 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Hotel Give

The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1010)
"Clean, quiet room on the main floor, superb shower. Easy drive to dining and entertainment in central Nelson. Would stay again!"
Canada
Lynwood
The price is ฿3,117
฿3,584 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
The Hotel Nelson

Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau

Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau
3.5 star property
Te Anau
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (866)
"Clean accomodation and great location "
Australia
Vanessa
The price is ฿5,566
฿6,401 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau

ibis Christchurch

ibis Christchurch
3.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"Great breakfast and location."
United States
Tham Wan
The price is ฿2,435
฿2,800 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
ibis Christchurch

Wanaka Hotel

Wanaka Hotel
3.0 star property
Wanaka
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (716)
"Excellent location- just a short walk to the lake and shops. Room is clean and comfortable. The reception staff is helpful and friendly. Will definitely book this place if I visit Wanaka again."
Singapore
Wai Shir
The price is ฿3,899
฿4,484 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Wanaka Hotel

Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
3.5 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (728)
"Staff was nice and helpful "
United States
Pradeep
The price is ฿5,342
฿6,143 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Alpine Motel

Edit Picton

Edit Picton
3.5 star property
Picton
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Lovely helpful staff and great facilities."
Australia
Hannah
The price is ฿2,846
฿3,273 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Edit Picton

Beachfront Hotel

Beachfront Hotel
3.5 star property
Hokitika
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1011)
"Clean room, helpful staff"
Canada
Katherine
The price is ฿3,035
฿3,491 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Beachfront Hotel

Archway Motel & Chalets

Archway Motel & Chalets
3.0 star property
Wanaka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (384)
"amazing friendly staffs and owners"
United States
OA
The price is ฿5,831
฿6,874 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Archway Motel & Chalets

Quest on Cambridge

Quest on Cambridge
3.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (257)
"Good location and functional."
United States
Kostya
The price is ฿3,415
฿3,928 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Quest on Cambridge

Cardrona Hotel

Cardrona Hotel
3.0 star property
Cardrona
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (707)
"Everything was excellent, absolutely beautiful "
Australia
Nina
Cardrona Hotel

Hotel St Clair

Hotel St Clair
3.5 star property
St. Clair
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (736)
"Friendly staff. Great view. Dining options were somewhat limited due to holidays. East access to beach and walking path."
United States
Brian
The price is ฿4,412
฿5,073 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan
Hotel St Clair
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According to reviews shared by Expedia travellers, YHA Queenstown Central - Hostel is among the best 3-star hotels in Queenstown, South Island. It features a lake view and a nearby beach, and is around 0.16 kilometres southwest of the centre. Guests also give top marks to The Lofts Apartments, approximately 0.16 kilometres southwest of downtown. A winery and a nearby boardwalk help make this a top city escape.
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The biggest difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in South Island will be the level of service and availability of creature comforts. 3-star hotels are usually more budget-friendly and offer the services and amenities required to ensure your comfort, such as a gym, breakfast and WiFi. You can expect a little bit more at a 4-star hotel — think upscale furnishings, luxury bathroom products and extras like day spas.