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Our top choices for South Island 4-star hotels

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Blue Peaks Lodge

Blue Peaks Lodge
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (985 reviews)
"Great accomodation in great location. Happy with the stay here. "
Australia
Anthony
Blue Peaks Lodge
Golf

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,018 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Sophie
The price is ฿6,237
฿7,173 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
Garden

Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport
4.5 star property
Christchurch Airport
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,067 reviews)
"Rooms are really cleverly designed and the restaurant is great."
Australia
Ariana
The price is ฿3,654
฿4,202 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jul - 12 Jul
Novotel Christchurch Airport
Building design

Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse
4.5 star property
Fernhill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (650 reviews)
"Great stay!!!! Will definitely be back :)"
Australia
Roxanne
The price is ฿7,027
฿8,081 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Kamana Lakehouse
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | View from room

Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Close to town. Dinner at the restaurant was delicious and breakfast good also"
Australia
Nadine
The price is ฿5,222
฿6,006 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
Exterior

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, (1,580 reviews)
"Great hotel!"
United States
Valerie
The price is ฿4,224
฿4,857 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Front of property

Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort
4.5 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (3,360 reviews)
"Large suite with full kitchen and cothes washer; dryer."
United States
Zoe
The price is ฿4,682
฿5,384 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Peppers Bluewater Resort
Exterior

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, (1,002 reviews)
"GREAT breakfast, nice clean and milers rooms, staff was super helpful and the location was superb!"
United States
Lidia
The price is ฿6,450
฿7,418 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG
2 restaurants; breakfast and dinner served

Mercure Queenstown Resort

Mercure Queenstown Resort
4.0 star property
Fernhill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and free hot breakfast. Great location."
United States
Lanchun
The price is ฿4,964
฿5,708 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Mercure Queenstown Resort
Outdoor dining

Edgewater

Edgewater
4.5 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay in Wanaka!"
United States
Michael
The price is ฿7,083
฿8,145 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Edgewater
Garden

Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport
4.5 star property
Christchurch Airport
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,144 reviews)
"Quality Airport hotel, restaurant is good as well "
United States
Thomas
The price is ฿2,771
฿3,187 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Sudima Christchurch Airport
Exterior

Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton

Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton
4.0 star property
Riccarton
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great hotel, very charming, awesome location, friendly staff and great food at the pub."
Canada
Monique
The price is ฿2,772
฿3,187 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton
Remarkables View King | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
4.5 star property
Frankton
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (787 reviews)
"Great location as central/near to all local activities"
United States
Andrew
The price is ฿5,059
฿5,817 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
Bar (on property)

Carnmore Hotel Christchurch

Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
4.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (900 reviews)
"Nice place to stay."
United States
George Alan
The price is ฿2,652
฿3,050 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
Deluxe Two Bedroom Family Motel | View from room

Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels
4.5 star property
Te Anau
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Cool little campground type stay, close to town center."
United States
Jarrod
The price is ฿1,378
฿1,584 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels
Dining

Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street

Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street
4.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (483 reviews)
"The staff have always been the key to a great stay here."
Australia
David
The price is ฿2,711
฿3,118 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street
Exterior

Rydges Latimer Christchurch

Rydges Latimer Christchurch
4.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay, excellent central location."
Australia
Paul
The price is ฿2,507
฿2,883 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
4.5 star property
Queenstown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,030 reviews)
"Nice stay"
Australia
Khevana
The price is ฿4,703
฿5,408 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
Breakfast and dinner served

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
4.5 star property
Frankton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (712 reviews)
"We stayed for 2 nights, excellent staff, helpful people."
Australia
Soni
The price is ฿3,913
฿4,499 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
Reception

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
4.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Nice room, nice restaurant, and very good location."
Australia
Terence
The price is ฿2,930
฿3,370 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

8/10 Good
"Excellent views,helpful staff,breakfast was okay.onsite parking was great."
Kuldeep 4-night trip
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Copthorne Hotel and Apartments Queenstown Lakeview

Frequently asked questions

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?
To lock in a 4-star hotel in South Island that matches your budget, make use of Expedia's handy filter tool. Take a look at the availability during your holiday dates and use our pricing filter to set your maximum rate. You can also sort your results by the most economical property first.

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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.