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Lounge
Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (374)
"Great location. Friendly staff. "
United States
Kit Yee Karen
The price is ฿6,114
฿7,031 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Shared kitchen facilities
LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Clean and efficient, great for short stays pre/post flight "
Australia
Phillip
The price is ฿2,598
฿2,988 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan
LyLo Christchurch
Lobby lounge
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (290)
"Lovely staff, excellent amenities close to everything "
Canada
Nicole
The price is ฿5,318
฿6,116 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
Front of property
Quest on Kilmore

Quest on Kilmore

Quest on Kilmore
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (197)
"Perfect place to stay, excellent facilities "
Australia
Marilyn
The price is ฿3,232
฿3,717 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Quest on Kilmore
Exterior
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
5.0 star property
Queenstown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Clean room, great property to stay and excellent location."
United States
Nandini & Mohit
The price is ฿10,372
฿11,928 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Exterior
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Kawarau Falls
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1009)
"Loved the location, staff was accommodating in the hotel, spa, and restaurant. Our suite with living room had a fireplace and dining and lounging deck overlooking the lake. "
United States
bonnie
The price is ฿6,121
฿7,039 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Terrace/patio
Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (445)
"Nice room, restaurant and pub on property was great as well."
United States
Jason
The price is ฿1,652
฿1,900 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Bealey Quarter
Beach/ocean view
Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (462)
"My second time staying here..Fabulous location and staff..Really great!"
Australia
Juliet
The price is ฿4,177
฿4,803 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Sudima Kaikoura
View from property
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1459)
"Clean room, friendly staff"
Australia
Kenya
The price is ฿5,183
฿5,961 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (521)
"Great location, good room set up, lovely staff."
United States
Deidre
The price is ฿4,681
฿5,383 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Sudima Christchurch City
Indoor pool
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
5.0 star property
Papanui
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (946)
"Family friendly with beautiful grounds. A lovely place for a family holiday."
Australia
Ingrid
The price is ฿1,765
฿2,030 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
Reception
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (255)
"Great location and view!"
United States
David
The price is ฿11,750
฿13,513 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
Property entrance
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
5.0 star property
Blenheim CBD
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great staff and perfect service "
Australia
Behrang
The price is ฿2,458
฿2,827 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Terrace/patio
LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (704)
"Staff was excellent. Loved the balcony."
Canada
Ron
The price is ฿3,757
฿4,320 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
LyLo Queenstown
Outdoor spa tub
Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau
5.0 star property
Te Anau
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (779)
"Fantastic cabins, great location...also the best host we've had !!!"
Australia
Geoff
The price is ฿5,803
฿6,673 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau
Top of House - King | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds
The Mayfair

The Mayfair

The Mayfair
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (272)
"Friendly staff and a very comfortable room"
Australia
Emily
The price is ฿5,587
฿6,425 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
The Mayfair
Property grounds
Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
5.0 star property
Arrowtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (744)
"Great gym as well!"
United States
Michael
The price is ฿10,511
฿12,088 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan
Millbrook Resort
Exterior
QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (987)
"Courteous staff, convenient and beautiful location, decent breakfast spread."
United States
Vineet
The price is ฿10,863
฿12,493 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
QT Queenstown
Classic Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Fable Dunedin

Fable Dunedin

Fable Dunedin
5.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (502)
"Great stay!"
United States
Kelsie
The price is ฿3,530
฿4,059 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Fable Dunedin
Daily buffet breakfast (NZD 45 per person)
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Beautiful rooms, perfect location, and very friendly attentive staff "
Australia
Sylvia
The price is ฿6,543
฿7,524 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
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Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

123 Princes Street Dunedin
The price is ฿2,589 per night from 10 Jan to 11 Jan
฿2,589
฿2,977 total
10 Jan - 11 Jan
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
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Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter

10/10 Excellent
"Great place "
Jason 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Bealey Quarter
LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch

10/10 Excellent
"Clean and efficient, great for short stays pre/post flight "
Phillip 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
LyLo Christchurch

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.