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Shared kitchen facilities

LyLo Christchurch Airport

LyLo Christchurch Airport
5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Good stay at a resonable price ideal if you have an early morning flight short walk to terminal "
Australia
john
The price is ฿2,165
฿2,490 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
LyLo Christchurch Airport
Terrace/patio

Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (562 reviews)
"Great accommodation for the price! Staff were so helpful, welcoming, and warm! The room itself was super clean and had all I needed for a 2-night stay"
Australia
Abigail
The price is ฿1,485
฿1,708 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Bealey Quarter
Beach/ocean view

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (603 reviews)
"Nice place to stay."
Australia
Peter
The price is ฿3,104
฿3,570 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Sudima Kaikoura
Lounge

Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (426 reviews)
"Close to the Night Sky Project and great view of the lake."
United States
Steven
The price is ฿4,753
฿5,466 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Exterior

QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"great hotel and location "
Canada
BENJAMIN
The price is ฿9,797
฿11,266 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
QT Queenstown
Exterior

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
5.0 star property
Queenstown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"It was absolutely amazing place to stay in Queenstown. Not only The room was super comfortable but also the restaurant was super nice. We had a great time there."
Japan
Aiko
The price is ฿10,065
฿11,575 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Exterior

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Kawarau Falls
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Very friendly and helpful staff. The hotel is right on the lakefront with beautiful views. The breakfast buffet had lots of options for vegetarians as well."
Australia
Kumaree
The price is ฿7,140
฿8,211 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Property entrance

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
5.0 star property
Blenheim CBD
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Location and beautiful"
Australia
John
The price is ฿2,188
฿2,517 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Reception

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (294 reviews)
"Perfect accommodation, fabulous view would definitely return"
United Kingdom
Oriel
The price is ฿11,437
฿13,153 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (620 reviews)
"Great place and lovely breakfast. Nice and central location"
Australia
Matthew
The price is ฿3,550
฿4,082 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Sudima Christchurch City
Terrace/patio

LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (756 reviews)
"Lylo was in a great location, near shops and restaurants. We had a group of 15 and the rooms were perfect for our needs."
United States
David
The price is ฿3,816
฿4,388 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
LyLo Queenstown
Property grounds

Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
5.0 star property
Arrowtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (772 reviews)
"Beautiful views and very quiet great facilities"
Australia
Layne
The price is ฿10,215
฿11,747 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Millbrook Resort
Exterior

The George Christchurch

The George Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (652 reviews)
"Convenient location, walking distance to down town. Friendly staff, rooms clean and comfortable."
United States
lorraine
The price is ฿6,107
฿7,024 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
The George Christchurch
Outdoor dining

Haka House Wanaka

Haka House Wanaka
5.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (260 reviews)
"Everything was great."
United Kingdom
Eamonn
The price is ฿4,015
฿4,617 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Haka House Wanaka
Interior

Poshtel

Poshtel
5.0 star property
Oamaru
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (416 reviews)
"Cool hotel, nice atmosphere and great location. Breakfast was good too."
Australia
Joshua
The price is ฿3,090
฿3,554 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Poshtel
Lobby lounge

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (349 reviews)
"Great location - near to city centre and the botanical gardens. Helpful staff and a nice 'happy hour' tasting in the evenings."
United Kingdom
Robert
The price is ฿3,779
฿4,346 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
Front of property

Quest on Kilmore

Quest on Kilmore
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (303 reviews)
"Great place, very generous sized rooms"
Australia
Albert
The price is ฿2,756
฿3,170 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Quest on Kilmore
View from property

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,561 reviews)
"Great stay!"
Australia
Kim
The price is ฿5,752
฿6,614 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Interior entrance

The Mayfair

The Mayfair
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (321 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Nicholas
The price is ฿4,219
฿4,851 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
The Mayfair
Superior Room, 1 King Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Fable Dunedin

Fable Dunedin
5.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (561 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel in an ideal location, cocktails were fantastic and the staff were lovely."
Australia
Ben
The price is ฿3,268
฿3,758 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Fable Dunedin
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฿7,379 total
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Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, clean room and very helpful stuff."
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Posted 6 days ago
Sudima Kaikoura

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.