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Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
4.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Clean room, good food, great location "
Canada
Kristjan
The price is ฿2,662
฿3,061 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Front of property – evening/night
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Amazing hotel close to center of the city "
United Kingdom
Andrea
The price is ฿6,010
฿6,912 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
Building design
Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse
4.5 star property
Fernhill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (541)
"Beautiful views and very confortable rooms in a quiet neighborhood. Wish we could have stayed longer!"
United States
Wei-li
The price is ฿7,229
฿8,313 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Kamana Lakehouse
Exterior
Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport
4.5 star property
Christchurch Airport
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1034)
"Really convenient and modern hotel. Good staff and the buffet breakfast is a higher standard than most"
Australia
Christopher
The price is ฿4,457
฿5,126 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Novotel Christchurch Airport
View from room
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Beautiful and spotless condo with absolutely everything you need to make your stay comfortable and convenient. Great location too! "
Canada
Shagufta
The price is ฿5,408
฿6,219 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2026
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
Lobby
Millennium Hotel Queenstown

Millennium Hotel Queenstown

Millennium Hotel Queenstown
4.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Great service and comfortable accomodations all around."
United States
Aaron
The price is ฿6,890
฿7,924 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2026
Millennium Hotel Queenstown
Exterior
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
4.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Really good hotel"
Australia
Eric
The price is ฿2,488
฿2,862 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Exterior
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1391)
"Quiet location, modern, clean and within a short drive to the local shopping center and Queenstown. Great view of The Remarkables too "
Australia
James
The price is ฿4,756
฿5,470 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2026
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Sherwood Queenstown

Sherwood Queenstown

Sherwood Queenstown
4.0 star property
Queenstown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (952)
"Staff, location, room condition were great ! "
Canada
Mojdeh
The price is ฿4,844
฿5,570 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan 2026
Sherwood Queenstown
Remarkables View King | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
4.5 star property
Frankton
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (654)
"Excellent room, clean and surrounded by good amenities "
Australia
Sebsibe Dessalegn
The price is ฿5,671
฿6,521 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan 2026
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
Front of property
Blue Peaks Lodge

Blue Peaks Lodge

Blue Peaks Lodge
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (918)
"Excellent place to stay, walking distance to shops and food. New, clean and comfortable room and beds. Will stay here again if I have the chance to visit Queenstown in future."
Singapore
Wai Shir
The price is ฿4,730
฿5,485 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan 2026
Blue Peaks Lodge
Deluxe Two Bedroom Family Motel | View from room
Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels
4.5 star property
Te Anau
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Great location in Te Anau. Small cabin but clean and had everything we needed."
Australia
Suzie
The price is ฿3,448
฿3,965 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels
Exterior
Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street

Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street

Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street
4.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (379)
"Great location"
Australia
Fiona
The price is ฿3,377
฿3,884 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street
2 restaurants, breakfast served
Distinction Luxmore Hotel

Distinction Luxmore Hotel

Distinction Luxmore Hotel
4.0 star property
Te Anau
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Helpful staffs and well maintained amenities. Having delicious buffet breakfast and after 9am set breakfast at level 1 restaurant is a bonus! "
Singapore
Yee Lee
The price is ฿5,739
฿6,600 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Distinction Luxmore Hotel
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Lovely amenities and location"
United States
Nick
The price is ฿6,079
฿6,991 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport
4.5 star property
Christchurch Airport
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1062)
"Great location "
Australia
Julia
The price is ฿3,353
฿3,856 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026
Sudima Christchurch Airport
Exterior
Rydges Latimer Christchurch

Rydges Latimer Christchurch

Rydges Latimer Christchurch
4.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, and great breakfast! Will definitely stay here the next time in town. "
United States
Russell
The price is ฿3,767
฿4,332 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Daily buffet breakfast (NZD 30 per person)
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
4.5 star property
Queenstown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"The property has lots of charm and friendly staff"
United States
Michael
The price is ฿6,366
฿7,321 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
View from room
Quest Queenstown

Quest Queenstown

Quest Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (436)
"Clean, quiet and secure. Great food nearby."
United States
BONNIE
The price is ฿6,364
฿7,319 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Quest Queenstown
Terrace/patio
Mi-pad Queenstown

Mi-pad Queenstown

Mi-pad Queenstown
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (862)
"The staff were friendly and room a decent size for a solo traveler that enjoys their space. Great location too. "
Australia
Ra-ees
The price is ฿5,648
฿6,637 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2026
Mi-pad Queenstown
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Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo

5 Motuariki Lane Lake Tekapo Canterbury
The price is ฿6,331 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
฿6,331
฿7,281 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
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What are the best 4-star hotels in South Island?
If your South Island getaway leads you to Queenstown, check out Browns Boutique Hotel. With a range of amenities such as a terrace and concierge services, it gets high marks from many of our guests. Another favourite in this city is Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown, an IHG Hotel. It also has 4 stars and comes with windsurfing and concierge services.
How much does it cost to stay in a 4-star hotel in South Island?
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What's the difference between 5-star and 4-star hotels in South Island?
Treat yourself to luxury living during your South Island getaway by choosing a 4-star hotel. As well as featuring upscale surroundings, these properties are typically filled with amenities like bathrobes, large beds and more. A 5-star hotel will go the extra mile to make your stay an even more lavish and unforgettable one. Round-the-clock concierge assistance, elegant décor and gourmet dining are just the start of the superior services and conveniences you'll likely be able to enjoy.