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BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
3.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"very good place to stay will definitely go again"
Australia
Fred
The price is ฿1,414
฿1,627 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
3.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Perfect location for walking to town and out and about, great view across the city from our room, super awesome staff and would definitely stay again "
Australia
Jodye
The price is ฿2,839
฿3,265 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel
3.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (633)
"The staff was very friendly. The room was great and the location was perfect"
United States
JACEK
The price is ฿5,811
฿6,683 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Godley Hotel

Fiordland Hotel

Fiordland Hotel
3.0 star property
Te Anau
7.0 out of 10, Good, (612)
"Clean room, staff pleasant, breakfast good"
Australia
Ruth
Fiordland Hotel

The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel

The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel
4.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (341)
"Very elegant and modern. Clean, quiet and centrally located."
United States
Shai
The price is ฿2,814
฿3,237 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel

Pinewood Queenstown

Pinewood Queenstown
3.0 star property
Boydtown
7.6 out of 10, Good, (645)
"Very well priced and clean as well as convenient to walk downtown."
Canada
MARK
The price is ฿2,482
฿2,855 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Pinewood Queenstown

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Burnside
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Clean room ,couteus and helpful reception staff"
Australia
Bruce
The price is ฿2,527
฿2,906 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites
3.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (381)
"Friendly staff, clean room & comfortable bed"
Australia
Bridget
The price is ฿3,106
฿3,572 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Kaikoura Quality Suites

Hotel Give

Hotel Give
3.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Fantastic location, everything within walking distance, comfortable bed and quiet, best bagels right next door!"
Australia
John
The price is ฿1,623
฿1,867 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Hotel Give

The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"good vale hotel , nice and clean , well kept hotel"
United States
Anil
The price is ฿3,092
฿3,555 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
The Hotel Nelson

Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau

Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau
3.5 star property
Te Anau
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (861)
"Clean accomodation and great location "
Australia
Vanessa
The price is ฿5,521
฿6,350 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau

ibis Christchurch

ibis Christchurch
3.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1005)
"Great breakfast and location."
United States
Tham Wan
The price is ฿2,431
฿2,796 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
ibis Christchurch

Wanaka Hotel

Wanaka Hotel
3.0 star property
Wanaka
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (712)
"Good location close to the lake. Nice back yard. "
United States
Shai
The price is ฿3,807
฿4,378 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan 2026
Wanaka Hotel

Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
3.5 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (726)
"Staff was nice and helpful "
United States
Pradeep
The price is ฿8,096
฿9,310 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Alpine Motel

Edit Picton

Edit Picton
3.5 star property
Picton
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1005)
"Staff is friendly "
Australia
Wei
The price is ฿2,987
฿3,436 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan 2026
Edit Picton

Beachfront Hotel

Beachfront Hotel
3.5 star property
Hokitika
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Clean room, helpful staff"
Canada
Katherine
The price is ฿2,713
฿3,120 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Beachfront Hotel

Archway Motel & Chalets

Archway Motel & Chalets
3.0 star property
Wanaka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (381)
"Stunning room. Highly recommend. "
Australia
Chanel
The price is ฿8,315
฿9,801 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Archway Motel & Chalets

Quest on Cambridge

Quest on Cambridge
3.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (255)
"Good location and functional."
United States
Kostya
The price is ฿3,388
฿3,896 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Quest on Cambridge

Cardrona Hotel

Cardrona Hotel
3.0 star property
Cardrona
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (699)
"Great room, great staff "
Australia
Timothy
Cardrona Hotel

Hotel St Clair

Hotel St Clair
3.5 star property
St. Clair
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (729)
"The hotel was lovely, clean and quiet."
Australia
Karen
The price is ฿4,376
฿5,033 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Hotel St Clair
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What are the best 3-star hotels in South Island?
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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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in South Island?
The biggest difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in South Island will be the level of service and availability of creature comforts. 3-star hotels are usually more budget-friendly and offer the services and amenities required to ensure your comfort, such as a gym, breakfast and WiFi. You can expect a little bit more at a 4-star hotel — think upscale furnishings, luxury bathroom products and extras like day spas.