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A rustic garden with a stone building, wooden benches, and a gravel path.
A rustic cabin with stone walls, a metal roof, and wooden deck seating.
A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a large window with a view, and a mounted deer head on the wall.
A garden with a stone bench, a building with red windows, and a mountain in the background.

1. Cardrona Hotel

Cardrona Hotel
Cardrona
฿2,739
฿3,150 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Cardrona Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, two blue armchairs, a round table with a vase, and a ceiling with hanging plants.
A modern lounge area with sofas, tables, and a view of a cityscape.
A modern hotel with a prominent 'NOVOTEL' sign, featuring a sleek, contemporary design with large windows and a structured facade.
A modern restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including tables and chairs.

2. Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Christchurch Airport
฿5,931
฿6,820 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Novotel Christchurch Airport
A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, a wooden ceiling, and a visible outdoor area.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table, and a chair. There is a window with a view of mountains and a cityscape.
A hotel room with a bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a painting on the wall.
A couple embracing in a room with a large window, a bed, and a nightstand.

3. Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
Frankton
฿4,250
฿4,888 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
A modern building with large windows and a stone pathway leading to it, situated on a pebbled beach with driftwood in the foreground.
A room with large windows overlooking a beach, a table with chairs, and a potted plant.
A wooden balcony with a view of the ocean and palm trees.
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a beach and ocean.

4. Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
Punakaiki
฿2,392
฿2,751 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
A hotel room with bunk beds, a wooden floor, and a door leading to a hallway.
A modern hotel with a glass facade, parking lot, and a mountainous backdrop.
A restaurant table set with glasses, cutlery, and a bottle, with a mountain view through the window.
A modern bar area with seating, a counter with a logo, and a view of the outside.

5. Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
Frankton
  • Family fun meets alpine adventure at this holiday inn with mountain views and kid-friendly amenities.
฿3,910
฿4,496 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, and a carpeted floor.
A building labeled 'HOTEL HARI HARI' with a signboard indicating amenities like bar, meals, rooms, power sites, tent sites, and Wi-fi.
A bar area with wooden tables and chairs, antler decorations on the ceiling, and a bar counter with various bottles.
A building labeled 'Hotel Hari Hari' with a sign indicating amenities such as a bar, meals, rooms, power sites, tent sites, and Wi-Fi.

6. Hotel Hari Hari

Hotel Hari Hari
Hari Hari
฿907
฿1,043 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Hotel Hari Hari
A modern dining area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of mountains and a lake.
A modern interior with stone walls, a wooden ceiling, and large windows offering mountain views.
A bedroom with a large bed, a coffee tray, a chair, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A modern interior with wooden panel walls, a marble reception desk, and a seating area with a curved bench.

7. Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse
Fernhill
  • Family bliss above Lake Wakatipu—explore three steamy hot tubs and relish luxury eco-certified stays with panoramic mountain views.
฿6,500
฿7,475 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Kamana Lakehouse
A row of waterfront cottages with balconies, wooden decks, and a mountain backdrop.
A waterfront property with a row of houses, a dock, and a calm lake reflecting the buildings.
A clear view of a swimming pool with a glass barrier, wooden deck, and a backdrop of mountain ranges.
A waterfront property with multiple overwater bungalows connected by walkways, a clear lake, and mountains in the background.

8. Lake Resort by Marsden

Lake Resort by Marsden
Mount Pisa
  • Explore the mountains and lakeside wonder at this kid-friendly resort, complete with playground, mini golf, and seasonal skiing adventures.
฿3,169
฿3,644 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Lake Resort by Marsden
A playground with swings and a slide, surrounded by grass and trees, with mountains in the background.
A spacious balcony with a dining area, a sofa, and a grill, overlooking a mountainous landscape.
A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, a view of mountains, and a window with curtains.
A large wooden house with a stone wall and a pond in front.

9. Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
Arrowtown
  • Unleash family adventures in the heart of Arrowtown at this luxury eco-hotel with indoor pool, playground, and vast outdoor activities.
฿9,568
฿11,004 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Millbrook Resort
A balcony with a glass railing overlooking the sea, two pine trees, and a white table with chairs.
A modern living room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony. There is a sofa with cushions, a wooden coffee table with a book and remote control, and a TV mounted on the wall.
An aerial view of a coastal town with a beach, residential buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.
A modern kitchen with a large island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of the sea through large windows.

10. Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Kaikoura
฿2,541
฿2,922 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
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Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in South Island

A modern building with a large patio area, a mountain in the background, and a body of water in the foreground.
A circular window view of a balcony with a chair, a table with a red item, and a scenic lake and hills in the background.
A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A modern hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a scenic view, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table with a remote control and glasses on it.

Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort
Lake Tekapo
฿5,032
฿5,786 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Peppers Bluewater Resort
A modern building with multiple windows and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A woman relaxing in a bathtub with a view of a bedroom through a window.
A person in a robe by a window with a starry night sky view.
Two people seated at a round table with a bottle and glasses, overlooking a mountainous landscape through large windows.

Galaxy Boutique Hotel

Galaxy Boutique Hotel
Lake Tekapo
฿9,879
฿11,360 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Galaxy Boutique Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, two blue armchairs, a round table with a vase, and a ceiling with hanging plants.
A modern lounge area with sofas, tables, and a view of a cityscape.
A modern hotel with a prominent 'NOVOTEL' sign, featuring a sleek, contemporary design with large windows and a structured facade.
A modern restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including tables and chairs.

Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Christchurch Airport
฿5,931
฿6,820 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Novotel Christchurch Airport
A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, a wooden ceiling, and a visible outdoor area.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a table, and a chair. There is a window with a view of mountains and a cityscape.
A hotel room with a bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a painting on the wall.
A couple embracing in a room with a large window, a bed, and a nightstand.

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
Frankton
฿4,250
฿4,888 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Sudima Queenstown Five Mile
A bedroom with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck with a view of mountains.
A building with a sign reading "Te Mahi Retreat" and a view of snow-capped mountains in the background.
A hotel room with a large bed, a painting on the wall, and a view of greenery through the window.
A modern room with a large window, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a sofa, and a small table with books.

Te Mahuru Retreat

Te Mahuru Retreat
Kaikoura Flat
฿3,461
฿3,980 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Te Mahuru Retreat
A modern bar area with seating, a counter with a logo, and a view of the outside.
A couple embracing on a boat with a cityscape in the background.
A modern hotel with a glass facade, parking lot, and a mountainous backdrop.
A couple walking along a lakeside path with mountains in the background.

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
Frankton
฿3,910
฿4,496 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
A modern dining area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of mountains and a lake.
A modern interior with stone walls, a wooden ceiling, and large windows offering mountain views.
A bedroom with a large bed, a coffee tray, a chair, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A modern lounge area with a stone wall, a fireplace, sofas, and a bar with a bartender.

Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse
Fernhill
฿6,500
฿7,475 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Kamana Lakehouse
A row of waterfront cottages with balconies, wooden decks, and a mountain backdrop.
A spacious living room with a large window overlooking a pool and mountains, a wooden dining table, and comfortable seating.
A clear view of a swimming pool with a glass barrier, wooden deck, and a backdrop of mountain ranges.
A waterfront property with a row of houses, a dock, and a calm lake reflecting the buildings.

Lake Resort by Marsden

Lake Resort by Marsden
Mount Pisa
฿3,169
฿3,644 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Lake Resort by Marsden
A balcony with wicker furniture, a small table with a bottle and glasses, and a view of a turquoise sea and green hills.
An aerial view of a coastal property with multiple houses, a beach, and lush greenery.
A dining area with a view of a lake and mountains, featuring wooden tables and chairs, wine glasses, and menus.
A wooden cabin room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with a view of a lake and mountains, and a balcony with a table and chairs.

The Portage Resort

The Portage Resort
Portage
฿4,277
฿4,919 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
The Portage Resort
A woman and a child in a hot tub with a glass roof and outdoor seating area in the background.
A couple dining at an outdoor restaurant with a view of a modern building and lush greenery in the background.
A bartender pouring a drink into a martini glass at a bar with a variety of liquor bottles in the background.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a lifeguard chair, and a poolside area with chairs and a table.

Commodore Airport Hotel

Commodore Airport Hotel
Burnside
฿5,204
฿5,984 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Commodore Airport Hotel
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Family-friendly hotels with pools in South Island

A balcony with wicker furniture, a small table with a bottle and glasses, and a view of a turquoise sea and green hills.
An aerial view of a coastal property with multiple houses, a beach, and lush greenery.
A dining area with a view of a lake and mountains, featuring wooden tables and chairs, wine glasses, and menus.
A wooden cabin room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with a view of a lake and mountains, and a balcony with a table and chairs.

The Portage Resort

The Portage Resort
Portage
฿4,277
฿4,919 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
The Portage Resort
A living room with a large TV, a glass coffee table, a grey sofa, and a view of a mountain landscape through open doors.
A kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and a view of the outdoors.
A hallway with a wooden bench, a door leading outside, and a small table with a plant.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a fireplace.

Manata Lodge

Manata Lodge
Lower Shotover
฿4,900
฿5,635 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Manata Lodge
A modern balcony with a glass railing, a potted plant, and a sofa.
A modern hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the ocean.
A bedroom with a large window overlooking the sea, a bed, and a chair.
A modern hotel room with a large window, a brown leather sofa, a small round table, and a bed with a wooden headboard.

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura
฿3,999
฿4,599 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Sudima Kaikoura
A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoor patio area.
A modern living room with a bar area, wicker furniture, and pendant lighting.
A modern outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a round table, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A two-story house with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a garden path leading to the entrance.

Ratanui Lodge

Ratanui Lodge
Pohara
฿6,920
฿7,958 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Ratanui Lodge
A modern building entrance with a glass door, a small outdoor seating area with metal chairs, and a gravel pathway.
A swimming pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by a fenced area with a lawn and various shrubs.
A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, stainless steel sink, and a dishwasher.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, a mirror, and a bench with a towel on it.

Andorra Motel

Andorra Motel
Geraldine
฿2,884
฿3,317 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Andorra Motel
A woman and a child in a hot tub with a glass roof and outdoor seating area in the background.
A couple dining at an outdoor restaurant with a view of a modern building and lush greenery in the background.
A bartender pouring a drink into a martini glass at a bar with a variety of liquor bottles in the background.
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, a lifeguard chair, and a poolside area with chairs and a table.

Commodore Airport Hotel

Commodore Airport Hotel
Burnside
฿5,204
฿5,984 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Commodore Airport Hotel
An outdoor water park with various inflatable play structures and slides.
A row of single-story mobile homes with a gravel driveway and a well-maintained lawn.
A living room with a grey sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.
A sign for Riverlands Park with a gravel path leading to it.

Riverlands Holiday Park

Riverlands Holiday Park
Kaiapoi
฿2,569
฿2,954 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Riverlands Holiday Park
A row of cabins with a mountain backdrop and a hot air balloon in the sky.
A rustic lodge with a stone wall and a pond in front.
A spacious balcony with a dining area, a sofa, and a grill, overlooking a mountainous landscape.

Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
Arrowtown
฿9,568
฿11,004 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Millbrook Resort
A balcony with a table set for breakfast overlooking a mountain and lake.
A modern stone house with a stone facade, a sloped roof, and a view of mountains in the background.
A dining area with round tables, chairs, and a view of the sea through large windows.
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a mountain backdrop.

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
Queenstown
฿4,858
฿5,586 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
A covered outdoor seating area with white chairs and a view of a lake and mountains.
A building with a modern architectural style, a well-maintained lawn, and a mountain range in the background.
A hotel room with a large window, two armchairs, a small table, and a bed.
A balcony with a view of a lake and mountains, a small table with chairs, and a door leading to the interior.

Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas

Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas
Te Anau
฿5,395
฿6,204 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas
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Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was amazing"
Susan 4-night trip
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The Godley Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"We loved our stay! The room was so clean and had everything we needed. Great view of the lake too. Could not fault it. Thank you."
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Posted 15 hours ago
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Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Good stay at the airport. Super friendly staff."
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Garden Court Suites And Apartments

10/10 Excellent
"Nice and close to the town centre. Great views of the Remarkables and lake."
Barrie 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
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BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

10/10 Excellent
"Staff were very helpful & welcoming. Heating was a bit tricky to get right but staff were very helpful. A microwave in the room would have been useful. Room was very comfortable & location perfect for walking the city."
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Posted 6 days ago
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