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A modern living room with a sofa, a round coffee table, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A modern living room with a wood-burning stove, a yellow sofa, and a large abstract mural on the wall.
A dining area with tables set for four, large windows offering a view of a lake and mountains.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a chair, and a view of a lake and mountains.

1. QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown
Queenstown City Centre
  • Family-friendly adventures await at this lakeside hotel with an outdoor pool, complimentary airport shuttle, and stunning views.
฿6,533
฿7,513 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
QT Queenstown
A modern building with a central atrium, large windows, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A room with a large window offering a view of a lake and mountains. There are wooden chairs and tables arranged for seating.
A modern living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a view of mountains and a lake.
A modern room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony overlooking a lake and mountains. Inside, there is a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a coffee table with a vase of flowers.

2. The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Queenstown
  • Family adventure basecamp in Queenstown offers bicycle rentals, babysitting, and lakeside fun.
฿9,658
฿11,107 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
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 hotel with a prominent 'NOVOTEL' sign, featuring a sleek, contemporary design with large windows and a structured facade.
A modern lounge area with sofas, tables, and a view of a cityscape.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a glass partition.

3. Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Christchurch Airport
฿5,440
฿6,257 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Novotel Christchurch Airport
A playground with swings and a slide, surrounded by grass and trees, with mountains in the background.
A bedroom with a large bed, a TV, a view of mountains, and a window with curtains.
A spacious balcony with a dining area, a sofa, and a grill, overlooking a mountainous landscape.
A large wooden house with a stone wall and a pond in front.

4. 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.
฿10,160
฿11,684 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Millbrook Resort
A balcony with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A grand lobby with a grand piano, a spiral staircase, and a chandelier.
A couple dancing on a balcony overlooking a lake with mountains in the background.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a dining area, and a chandelier.

5. Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa

Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa
Queenstown City Centre
฿9,006
฿10,357 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa
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 modern bar area with seating, a counter with a logo, and a view of the outside.
A couple walking along a lakeside path with mountains in the background.

6. 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.
฿3,605
฿4,146 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
A modern bathroom with two sinks, a large mirror, and a glass-enclosed shower.
A modern hotel building with a glass facade and the name 'Sudima Hotels' prominently displayed.
A modern restaurant interior with high ceilings, pendant lighting, and a mix of wooden and upholstered furniture.
A bar area with a curved counter, multiple shelves with bottles, and bar stools.

7. Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City
Christchurch City Centre
฿7,301
฿8,396 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Sudima Christchurch City
A riverside hotel with modern architecture, a walking path, and a view of mountains.
A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a scenic view of a lake and mountains.
A modern hotel room with a stone fireplace, a sofa with red cushions, a desk with a chair, and a large window offering a scenic view.
A modern outdoor seating area with a stone fire pit, overlooking a lake and mountains.

8. Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Kawarau Falls
฿6,121
฿7,039 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
A modern house with a covered patio, a stone pathway, and a view of mountains.
A stone fireplace with a fire, a wooden ceiling, and a view of lush greenery outside.
A modern lounge area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table, and a large window with a view of greenery.

9. Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier

Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
Franz Josef Glacier
  • Family fun gateway at Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier offers free stays for kids and eco-friendly adventures nearby.
฿4,012
฿4,613 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Scenic Hotel Franz Josef Glacier
A modern dining area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of mountains and a lake.
A bedroom with a large bed, a coffee tray, a chair, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A modern bathroom with a wooden bathtub, a wooden shelf with towels, and a view of mountains and a lake.
A modern interior with stone walls, a wooden ceiling, and large windows offering mountain views.

10. 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.
฿6,374
฿7,331 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Kamana Lakehouse
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Breakfast included
Pool
All-inclusive
4 stars
5 stars

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 hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of a lake and mountains.
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 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
฿4,692
฿5,395 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Peppers Bluewater Resort
A modern building with multiple windows and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A person in a robe by a window with a starry night sky view.
A person standing by a window with a night sky view, including stars and a visible mountain range.
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
฿9,716
฿11,174 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Galaxy Boutique Hotel
A row of waterfront cottages with balconies, wooden decks, and a mountain backdrop.
A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of a water body and buildings.
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
฿3,196
฿3,676 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Lake Resort by Marsden
A modern building with a central atrium, large windows, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A room with a large window offering a view of a lake and mountains. There are wooden chairs and tables arranged for seating.
A modern living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a view of mountains and a lake.
A modern room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony overlooking a lake and mountains. Inside, there is a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a coffee table with a vase of flowers.

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Queenstown
฿9,658
฿11,107 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
A rustic outdoor dining area with wooden benches and a thatched roof, surrounded by natural vegetation and a mountainous backdrop.
Restaurant
Front of property
A cozy lounge area with seating, a map, and a decorative wall piece.

Headwaters Glenorchy Eco Lodge

Headwaters Glenorchy Eco Lodge
Glenorchy
฿9,013
฿10,365 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Headwaters Glenorchy Eco Lodge
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 couple walking along a lakeside path with mountains in the background.
A restaurant table set with glasses, cutlery, and a bottle, with a mountain view through the window.

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
Frankton
฿3,605
฿4,146 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 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 bedroom with a large bed, a coffee tray, a chair, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A modern bathroom with a wooden bathtub, a wooden shelf with towels, and a view of mountains and a lake.
A modern interior with stone walls, a wooden ceiling, and large windows offering mountain views.

Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse
Fernhill
฿6,374
฿7,331 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Kamana Lakehouse
A balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a marina with numerous boats.
A marina with boats docked, wooden tables and benches, and umbrellas.
A modern living room with a sofa, a small round table, and a desk with two chairs. There is a kitchen area with a microwave, a sink, and a refrigerator. A flat-screen TV is mounted on the wall, and a potted plant is on the desk.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a countertop with various food items, a red toaster, and a hanging light fixture.

Harbourside Nelson

Harbourside Nelson
Port Nelson
฿1,923
฿2,212 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Harbourside Nelson
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 hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a mountain backdrop.
A dining area with round tables, chairs, and a view of the sea through large windows.

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
Queenstown
฿4,825
฿5,549 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
A room with a sofa, armchair, and a table with a lamp.
A table set for two with wine glasses and a salt and pepper shaker, overlooking a scenic view with palm trees and yellow flowers.
A modern two-story building with large windows and a flat roof, situated in a grassy field with mountains in the background.
A hot tub with a mountain view, a table with a bottle of champagne, and wicker chairs.

Braemar Lodge And Spa

Braemar Lodge And Spa
Hanmer Springs
฿4,229
฿4,863 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Braemar Lodge And Spa
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Family-friendly hotels with pools in South Island

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 modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a fireplace.
A gravel driveway leading to a gated entrance with a stone wall and a sign reading "Manata Lodge."

Manata Lodge

Manata Lodge
Lower Shotover
฿4,867
฿5,597 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Manata Lodge
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.
Restaurant
A spacious balcony with a dining area, a sofa, and a grill, overlooking a mountainous landscape.

Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
Arrowtown
฿10,160
฿11,684 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
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 hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a mountain backdrop.
A dining area with round tables, chairs, and a view of the sea through large windows.

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
Queenstown
฿4,825
฿5,549 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
A bedroom with a bed, curtains, and a view of a green landscape with trees and mountains.
A wooden outdoor seating area with a white sink, a bottle of wine, and a glass.
A cozy log cabin interior with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A dining area with a table, chairs, and a view of a vineyard through large windows.

St Leonards Vineyard Cottages

St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
Springlands
฿7,227
฿8,311 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
A modern building entrance with a glass door, a small outdoor seating area with metal chairs, and a gravel pathway.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a door leading to a balcony.
Living area
A swimming pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by a fenced area with a lawn and various shrubs.

Andorra Motel

Andorra Motel
Geraldine
฿2,994
฿3,443 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Andorra Motel
A covered outdoor area with a gravel path leading to a wooden structure, surrounded by greenery and a mountainous backdrop.
A pool area with lounge chairs, a wooden deck, and a mountain backdrop.
An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, potted plants, and umbrellas.
A large, two-story building with a beige facade, multiple arched windows, and a central entrance with steps.

Edit Hanmer Springs

Edit Hanmer Springs
Hanmer Springs
฿2,646
฿3,043 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Edit Hanmer Springs
A covered outdoor seating area with white chairs and a view of a lake and mountains.
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.
A building with a modern architectural style, a well-maintained lawn, and a mountain range in the background.

Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas

Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas
Te Anau
฿8,554
฿9,837 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Distinction Te Anau Hotel And Villas
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 modern lobby with teal armchairs, a reception desk, and large windows.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a laptop, a chair, a potted plant, and a large window with a view of trees and the sea.

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura
฿3,565
฿4,100 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Sudima Kaikoura
A lakeside hotel with a reflection in the water, surrounded by trees and hills.
A hotel room with a bed, a tray with breakfast items, a lamp, and a floral wall.
A room with a large window overlooking a pool and greenery. There is a table and chairs outside the window.
A person dining at a table with a view of the sky and buildings.

Tides Hotel

Tides Hotel
The Wood
฿2,048
฿2,356 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Tides Hotel
An outdoor patio area with wooden benches, a stone wall, and a covered seating area.
A modern kitchen with a built-in stove, sink, and refrigerator.
A modern living room with grey sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a small table and chairs. A kitchen is visible in the background with white cabinets and a window.
A pool area with a wicker sofa and a speaker.

Fairway Motel and Apartments

Fairway Motel and Apartments
Wanaka
฿3,569
฿4,104 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Fairway Motel and Apartments
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

8/10 Good
"Easy to get too, good amenities, good for my family."
Leticia 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels
Pinewood Queenstown

Pinewood Queenstown

8/10 Good
"Nice clean accomodation. Better for 2 adults thsn 4, as the actual.bed is really comfortable and as usual the sofabed is better for 1 adult than 2 , but would be fine with kids."
Jo 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Pinewood Queenstown
Airport Gateway Christchurch

Airport Gateway Christchurch

10/10 Excellent
"A very nice hotel located about a seven minute drive to the airport. They offer 24 hour shuttle to the airport for free. Rooms are very large. A big sitting area with table and chairs. A fully equipped kitchen. A heat lamp in the bathroom. Toiletries are provided. There are a number of restaurants within about a five minute walk. And the Local bus stop is nearby. About a 15 minute drive into the centre of Christchurch."
David 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Airport Gateway Christchurch
Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was most helpful. We never did get a reservation to eat dinner in the hotel. Grab bars in showers would be welcomed."
Jeffrey 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Kamana Lakehouse
The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"😆"
Cameron 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
The Godley Hotel
Hotel Give

Hotel Give

10/10 Excellent
"It was a good location and I found the staff and facilities to be really good. Comfortable bed and good shower. Having staff at the desk 24 hours a day was also good."
Sarah 4-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
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