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Top South Island 3 Star Hotels

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BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1005)
"Clean affordable great place to stay"
Australia
Roger
The price is ฿1,415
฿1,628 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Outdoor dining
The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel

3.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (608)
"Comfortable room and hotel with a great view of the lake. Staff were friendly"
Australia
Henry
The Godley Hotel
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe
Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

3.5 star property
Burnside
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"The room layout could not have been better, plenty of space to open 4 large bags off the floor/bed. The staff was extremely helpful as we arrived very early. They held our bags and gave us some ideas of things to do. "
United States
WILLIAM
The price is ฿3,131
฿3,600 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Airport Gateway Motor Lodge
Exterior
Pinewood Queenstown

Pinewood Queenstown

3.0 star property
Boydtown
7.6 out of 10, Good, (616)
"The local ski guides that were living there were absolutely lovely, welcoming us into their home. "
Australia
Nicky
The price is ฿1,733
฿1,993 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Pinewood Queenstown
Seasonal outdoor pool, a heated pool, pool loungers
The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson

3.0 star property
Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Good location, excellent meals Will recommend & will stay again "
Australia
Gerrit
The price is ฿2,216
฿2,548 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
The Hotel Nelson
Exterior
Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites

3.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (350)
"Nice clean tidy room, comfy bed. Nice place to stay."
Australia
DEAN
The price is ฿2,573
฿2,959 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Kaikoura Quality Suites
1 Bedroom Apartment | Balcony
Hotel Give

Hotel Give

3.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Clean room, easy parking, walkable"
United States
TOM
The price is ฿1,844
฿2,121 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Hotel Give
View from property
Edit Picton

Edit Picton

3.5 star property
Picton
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Clean room, great view"
Australia
Joanna
The price is ฿2,722
฿3,130 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Edit Picton
Deluxe Double Room | Bed sheets, alarm clocks
Fiordland Hotel

Fiordland Hotel

3.0 star property
Te Anau
7.0 out of 10, Good, (589)
"Clean room, staff pleasant, breakfast good"
Australia
Ruth
The price is ฿2,437
฿2,803 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Fiordland Hotel
Local cuisine
Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau

Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau

3.5 star property
Te Anau
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (850)
"Clean accomodation and great location "
Australia
Vanessa
The price is ฿5,162
฿5,937 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau
Junior Suite | Balcony view
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

3.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Enjoyed my stay"
Australia
Raade
The price is ฿2,898
฿3,332 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Front of property
Wanaka Hotel

Wanaka Hotel

3.0 star property
Wanaka
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (700)
"Cafe and restaurant right under/around hotel so it got quite loud at times."
Canada
Leng Suan Priscilla
The price is ฿3,917
฿4,505 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Wanaka Hotel
Deluxe Double Room, Lake View | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, heated floors
Galaxy Boutique Hotel

Galaxy Boutique Hotel

3.5 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (394)
"This is a unique and wonderful experience. The sky lightvin our room opened up to the most magnificent sky. This was a beautiful hotel!"
United States
Amelia
Galaxy Boutique Hotel
Lakeview Studio (Upstairs) | 2 bedrooms, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lake Tekapo Village Motel

Lake Tekapo Village Motel

3.5 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1011)
"Awesome view, lots of space, excellent condition"
Australia
Karyn
Lake Tekapo Village Motel
Sun deck
Beachfront Hotel

Beachfront Hotel

3.5 star property
Hokitika
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Great accommodation and location. Staff were nice and there is a restaurant onsite. "
United States
Mike
The price is ฿2,775
฿3,191 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Beachfront Hotel
Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Garden 3 bedroom) | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Lakeside Motel & Apartments

Lakeside Motel & Apartments

3.5 star property
Te Anau
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1020)
"Great rooms, clean and staff was very helpful. "
United States
Stephanie
The price is ฿3,788
฿4,357 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Lakeside Motel & Apartments
Terrace/patio
Melbourne Lodge

Melbourne Lodge

3.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (756)
"Really clean, looks newly renovated, quiet, close walk to town, lovely staff "
Australia
Natasha
The price is ฿3,131
฿3,600 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Melbourne Lodge
Exterior
ibis Christchurch

ibis Christchurch

3.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Good Breakfast, comfortable bed, clean, friendly staff"
Australia
John
The price is ฿3,574
฿4,110 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
ibis Christchurch
City view from property
The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel

The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel

3.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (335)
"Brilliant location in the heart of the city The staff were friend and great pointing out the bars and restaurants in the area "
Australia
Peter
The price is ฿3,161
฿3,635 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel
Lunch and dinner served
Drifter Christchurch

Drifter Christchurch

3.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (113)
"The hotel is clean and is located in a central area within walking distance to many must seen sites. The staff was very friendly and nice! "
Australia
Hila
The price is ฿2,713
฿3,120 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Drifter Christchurch
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Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

24 Frankton Road, Queenstown
The price is ฿5,086 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
฿5,086
฿5,849 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
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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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