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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, (1,013 reviews)
"Room was clean, such a great location"
Australia
Debbie
The price is ฿1,528
฿1,757 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
3.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (999 reviews)
"The hotel is very well located, within walking distance of Dunedin city centre."
Australia
Rizki
The price is ฿3,876
฿4,457 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel
3.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (646 reviews)
"Thanks great place to stay breakfast great"
Australia
Corey
The Godley Hotel

Fiordland Hotel

Fiordland Hotel
3.0 star property
Te Anau
7.0 out of 10, Good, (649 reviews)
"Friendly staff and large room. Very comfortable to stay. "
United States
Boqin
Fiordland Hotel

The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel

The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel
4.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (361 reviews)
"Nice rooms and great little cafe for breakfast."
Australia
Shaun
The price is ฿4,437
฿5,102 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel

Pinewood Queenstown

Pinewood Queenstown
3.0 star property
Boydtown
7.6 out of 10, Good, (674 reviews)
"A very convenient stay, within walking distance to the town centre. The staff were friendly and very accommodating with our requests."
Australia
Zehra Aziz
The price is ฿2,678
฿3,079 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
Pinewood Queenstown

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
Burnside
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean and quiet Happy to stay again "
Australia
Andy
The price is ฿3,696
฿4,251 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites
3.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (414 reviews)
"Good location, room had everything we needed for a one night stay."
United Kingdom
paul
The price is ฿3,266
฿3,755 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Kaikoura Quality Suites

Hotel Give

Hotel Give
3.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Lovely 2 night stay in Christchurch. Good location and plenty around to see and do."
United Kingdom
Daisy
The price is ฿1,869
฿2,149 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Hotel Give

The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
3.0 star property
Nelson South
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, spacious room, very clean, friendly staff members, highly recommended "
Australia
Eric
The price is ฿2,598
฿2,987 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
The Hotel Nelson

Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau

Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau
3.5 star property
Te Anau
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (887 reviews)
"Room, common areas, and grounds were clean and tidy, staff was friendly and helpful, and the location was perfect. We had a great stay!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is ฿6,102
฿7,018 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau

ibis Christchurch

ibis Christchurch
3.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great hotel!"
United States
Tracey
The price is ฿4,107
฿4,723 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
ibis Christchurch

Wanaka Hotel

Wanaka Hotel
3.0 star property
Wanaka
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (730 reviews)
"We got an adjoining room and it was perfect for grandparents/grandkids. Amigos is two steps away and the lakefront is 3 minutes away. It was absolutely perfect. "
Australia
Ani
The price is ฿4,067
฿4,677 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Wanaka Hotel

Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
3.5 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (739 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean room, easy check in "
United States
Gina
The price is ฿9,402
฿10,813 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Alpine Motel

Edit Picton

Edit Picton
3.5 star property
Picton
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"clean, great view, great location, great staff, beautiful room"
United States
Gregory
The price is ฿4,783
฿5,500 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Edit Picton

Beachfront Hotel

Beachfront Hotel
3.5 star property
Hokitika
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location "
United States
Linda
The price is ฿3,674
฿4,225 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
Beachfront Hotel

Archway Motel & Chalets

Archway Motel & Chalets
3.0 star property
Wanaka
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (388 reviews)
"amazing friendly staffs and owners"
United States
OA
The price is ฿7,215
฿8,505 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Archway Motel & Chalets

Quest on Cambridge

Quest on Cambridge
3.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (273 reviews)
"Great location, new and clean, comfy bed"
Australia
Rusty
The price is ฿9,896
฿11,380 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Quest on Cambridge

Cardrona Hotel

Cardrona Hotel
3.0 star property
Cardrona
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (733 reviews)
"Good room, great staff"
Australia
Rijo
Cardrona Hotel

Hotel St Clair

Hotel St Clair
3.5 star property
St. Clair
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (748 reviews)
"Great position, amenities and service. "
Australia
Janelle
The price is ฿5,756
฿6,619 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
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.