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Our top choices for South Island 3-star hotels

A wooden deck with tables and chairs overlooking a lake and mountains.
A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, wooden seating, and a large window.
A couple standing by a lake with mountains in the background.
A restaurant interior with a bar area, seating arrangement, and a view of the outside.

1. The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel
Lake Tekapo
Australia
Kim
฿3,287
฿3,780 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
The Godley Hotel
A modern building with multiple floors, outdoor seating area, and decorative metal panels.
A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a clock on the wall.
A beach with a wooden structure on the sand, a pier in the background, and footprints leading to the water.
A balcony with two yellow chairs and a table, overlooking a cityscape with historic buildings and modern high-rises.

2. Hotel Give

Hotel Give
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
David
฿1,715
฿1,972 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hotel Give
A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and a visible restaurant named 'Accor Live Limitless'.
A modern bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles. Tables with chairs are arranged in the dining area.
A modern conference room with a long table, black chairs, a projector screen, and a large plant wall.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a TV screen.

3. BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
Alvaro
฿1,518
฿1,746 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a wardrobe, and an air conditioning unit.
A compact living space with a kitchen, dining area, and seating.
A patio with a table and chairs, a sliding glass door, and a wooden pergola.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a faucet, and a backsplash with a mosaic tile pattern.

4. Airport Gateway Christchurch

Airport Gateway Christchurch
Burnside
United States
Salmin
฿3,259
฿3,748 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Airport Gateway Christchurch
A lodge named Pinewood with a two-story building, a covered entrance, and a parking area with cars.
A neatly made bed with a heart-shaped towel arrangement, a window with blinds, and a view of a snowy landscape.
A modern building with a black exterior, a number '10' on the side, and a visible entrance.
A modern kitchen with a view of a mountainous landscape.

5. Pinewood Queenstown

Pinewood Queenstown
Boydtown
Australia
Fiona
฿1,997
฿2,297 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Pinewood Queenstown
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a glass door entrance, and a view of a grassy yard.
A small, single-story building with a sloped roof, a large sliding glass door, and a small porch area.
A kitchen with a gas stove, oven, and a window overlooking greenery.
A restaurant interior with stone walls, a wooden table, and black chairs.

6. Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park

Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park
Twizel
Australia
Neil
฿1,401
฿1,611 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park
A view through a window of a mountainous landscape with a lake, trees, and buildings in the foreground.
A modern building with large glass windows, a brick chimney, and a clear view of the surrounding landscape.
A restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, large windows with a view of the outdoors, and a mix of indoor and outdoor seating areas.
A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a pillow, and a bedside table with a lamp.

7. Wanaka Hotel

Wanaka Hotel
Wanaka
Australia
Merran
Wanaka Hotel
A hotel lobby with a large glass door, a potted plant, a leather chair, and a tripod outside.
A cozy lounge area with a stone wall, a fireplace, red leather sofas, and a bar with stools.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window.
A reception area with a large arched doorway, a reception desk, and a seating area with red chairs.

8. The Village Inn Hotel

The Village Inn Hotel
Te Anau
Australia
SHI
฿3,275
฿3,766 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
The Village Inn Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a TV, a window with curtains, and a shelf with toiletries.
A hotel named 'Fiordland' with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent sign and a unique roof structure.
A spacious lobby with a sofa, a foosball table, and a staircase leading to upper floors.
A spacious dining area with a wooden ceiling, a buffet setup, and a table with a vase of red berries.

9. Fiordland Hotel

Fiordland Hotel
Te Anau
Australia
Ruellyn
฿2,519
฿2,897 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Fiordland Hotel
A balcony with a view of the ocean and a stop sign.
A living room with a large window overlooking a beach, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the ocean.
A modern building with large windows and a sign for Pier 24 restaurant & bar.
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a view of the sea, and a balcony.

10. Hotel St Clair

Hotel St Clair
St. Clair
Australia
Maree
฿3,967
฿4,562 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Hotel St Clair
A covered balcony with a view of a lake and mountains.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a large window with curtains and a view of a lake.
A building with a white exterior and a metal roof, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and various shrubs.
A lakeside view with a picnic area, a sign for 'Lakeview Resort', and mountains in the background.

11. Lakeside Motel & Apartments

Lakeside Motel & Apartments
Te Anau
United States
Haunani
฿3,761
฿4,325 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Lakeside Motel & Apartments
A hot tub on a wooden deck with a scenic mountain view in the background.
A modern hotel with a row of rooms featuring balconies, outdoor seating, and a parking lot.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV. It features wooden walls and a large window with curtains.
A sign for Archway Motels & Chalets with a mountain backdrop.

12. Archway Motel & Chalets

Archway Motel & Chalets
Wanaka
Australia
Jason
฿3,857
฿4,436 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Archway Motel & Chalets
A woman lying on a bed reading a book in a room with a large window and a view of greenery outside.
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a blue sofa and a small table.
A person swimming in a pool with a palm tree and buildings in the background.
A modern hotel lobby with a bar, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the city.

13. The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
Nelson South
Australia
Ray
฿2,140
฿2,461 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
The Hotel Nelson
A modern interior with a bar area, large potted plants, and a view through large windows.
A modern spa room with wooden flooring, green cushioned seating, and a large mirror wall.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small armchair, a bedside table, and a floor lamp.
A modern building with large windows, a prominent sign, and a mix of architectural styles.

14. Drifter Christchurch

Drifter Christchurch
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
Scott
฿2,950
฿3,392 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Drifter Christchurch
A modern, triangular room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, and a seating area.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a bar, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the sea and mountains.

15. Heartland Hotel Queenstown

Heartland Hotel Queenstown
Queenstown City Centre
Australia
emmanuel
฿4,670
฿5,371 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Heartland Hotel Queenstown
A modern restaurant interior with tables and chairs, a neon sign, and abstract wall art.
A modern hotel with a large mural, a clock tower, and a street with cars.
Exterior
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with a view of mountains and buildings.

16. ibis Christchurch

ibis Christchurch
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
Amy
฿3,671
฿4,221 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
ibis Christchurch
A modern cafe interior with wooden tables and chairs, a coffee bar, and shelves with decorative items.
A modern hotel building with a prominent "GOLDEN HOTEL" sign.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, two armchairs, a small round table, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A modern kitchen with grey cabinetry, a dishwasher, and a kettle on the counter.

17. Golden Hotel

Golden Hotel
Riccarton
Australia
Xun
฿2,624
฿3,018 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Golden Hotel
A modern two-story building with a balcony, large windows, and a view of snow-capped mountains.
A parking lot with a car, a building with a sign, and a mountain in the background.
A pool table in a well-lit room with a fireplace, seating area, and decorative items.
A hotel room with a desk, a chair, a small table, and a wall adorned with framed pictures of ocean scenes.

18. Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites
Kaikoura
Australia
Craig
฿2,286
฿2,629 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Kaikoura Quality Suites
A balcony with a glass railing overlooking the sea, two pine trees, and a white table with chairs.
An aerial view of a coastal town with a beach, residential buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.
A modern kitchen with a large island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the sea through large windows.
A spacious living room with a large window, a sofa, a wooden table, and a television mounted on the wall.

19. Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Kaikoura
Australia
Rachel
฿2,524
฿2,902 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
A gravel driveway leading to a row of modern, single-story houses with a mountain backdrop.
A compact living space with a bed, a TV, a dining area, and a kitchenette.
A reception area with a flag, a car, and potted plants.
A modern house with a covered driveway, a white car parked in the garage, and a mountain in the background.

20. Manuka Crescent Motel

Manuka Crescent Motel
Wanaka
United States
Wells
฿4,010
฿4,612 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Manuka Crescent Motel
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A town nestled between mountains and a large lake with several islands.

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Pinewood Queenstown

Pinewood Queenstown

10/10 Excellent
"We would definitely stay at Pinewood again. Our only issue was that we didn't have anywhere to hang our wedding attire. Luckily I had my own hangers so I hung them on the bunk bars. However my other companions didn't. Loved the shower and the beds were so comfortable and warm. The staff were so helpful and happy. Cool place."
Paula 4-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
Pinewood Queenstown
The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel

10/10 Excellent
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Cameron 1-night trip
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The Godley Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in South Island?
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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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in South Island?
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.