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Our top choices for South Island 5-star hotels

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Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef
5.0 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (200)
"Room is cosy with rain forest view, easy parking , staff were friendly."
Singapore
Connie
The price is ฿16,269
฿21,879 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef
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Haka House Christchurch

Haka House Christchurch

Haka House Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (79)
"This was a great place to stay, close to the arts centre of Christchurch and good clean rooms. Only issue was the cleaning of the bathrooms at 8am in the morning - a time when I think people would be using them. I think it would be better to do this after check out time."
Australia
Jo
The price is ฿1,861
฿2,140 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Haka House Christchurch
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Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

123 Princes Street Dunedin
The price is ฿2,662 per night from 28 Dec to 29 Dec
฿2,662
฿3,061 total
28 Dec - 29 Dec
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely clean room. Good dining. Would stay again"
Jill 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Bealey Quarter
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Front office staff was attentive and available 24/7 for any needs. Grounds were clean, quiet, slightly removed from the main downtown of Queenstown but only a short drive away and it was nice to be on the other side away from the action a bit. Good if you’re looking for a little more privacy and relaxed pace. "
Courtney 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

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.