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Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (458)
"My second time staying here..Fabulous location and staff..Really great!"
Australia
Juliet
The price is ฿4,183
฿4,810 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Sudima Kaikoura
Exterior
Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport
4.5 star property
Christchurch Airport
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1034)
"Really convenient and modern hotel. Good staff and the buffet breakfast is a higher standard than most"
Australia
Christopher
The price is ฿4,387
฿5,045 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan
Novotel Christchurch Airport
Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
4.0 star property
Punakaiki
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (766)
"Great amenities and restaurant"
Canada
Joao
The price is ฿3,709
฿4,265 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
Property entrance
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
5.0 star property
Blenheim CBD
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Beautiful room, friendly staff, loved the pool and live music, easy to walk into town"
United States
Stephanie
The price is ฿2,651
฿3,049 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Exterior
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
4.5 star property
Frankton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (600)
"Courteous Staff and beautiful rooms "
United States
Benjamin
The price is ฿4,640
฿5,336 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan
Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG
Lake
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Kawarau Falls
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1007)
"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 ฿6,828
฿7,852 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Front of property
Braemar Lodge And Spa

Braemar Lodge And Spa

Braemar Lodge And Spa
4.5 star property
Hanmer Springs
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (710)
"Lovely room, fabulous view, friendly staff and great food."
Australia
Michele
Braemar Lodge And Spa
Front of property – evening/night
Mi-pad Queenstown

Mi-pad Queenstown

Mi-pad Queenstown
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (865)
"The staff were friendly and room a decent size for a solo traveler that enjoys their space. Great location too. "
Australia
Ra-ees
The price is ฿5,491
฿6,452 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Mi-pad Queenstown
Front of property
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside

Novotel Queenstown Lakeside

Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
4.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"We had a quick stay but it was exactly what we needed."
United States
Nicole
The price is ฿6,060
฿6,969 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
Front of property
Edgewater

Edgewater

Edgewater
4.5 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"great location, upgraded room was excellent. "
United States
Thomas
The price is ฿9,138
฿10,508 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan
Edgewater
Property entrance
Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport
4.5 star property
Christchurch Airport
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1066)
"Great location "
Australia
Julia
The price is ฿3,630
฿4,174 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan
Sudima Christchurch Airport
Exterior
Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau

Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau

Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau
3.5 star property
Te Anau
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (864)
"Clean accomodation and great location "
Australia
Vanessa
The price is ฿5,576
฿6,413 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Kingsgate Hotel Te Anau
Exterior
Sherwood Queenstown

Sherwood Queenstown

Sherwood Queenstown
4.0 star property
Queenstown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (954)
"Staff, location, room condition were great ! "
Canada
Mojdeh
The price is ฿4,848
฿5,575 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Sherwood Queenstown
Property entrance
Commodore Airport Hotel

Commodore Airport Hotel

Commodore Airport Hotel
4.5 star property
Burnside
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1004)
"Great room and excellent staff"
Canada
Joao
The price is ฿4,813
฿5,535 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan
Commodore Airport Hotel
Premium Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Vineyard View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
St Leonards Vineyard Cottages

St Leonards Vineyard Cottages

St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
5.0 star property
Springlands
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Wonderful hosts, charming place, gorgeous cottage, great location. We were sad to leave!"
Canada
Robert
The price is ฿7,102
฿8,167 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
St Leonards Vineyard Cottages
Front of property
Kea by the Lake

Kea by the Lake

Kea by the Lake
2.0 star property
Te Anau
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Having a full outfitted kitchen was nice. Clean, comfy room Good location"
United States
Pam
The price is ฿5,667
฿6,517 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Kea by the Lake
Front of property
Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse

Kamana Lakehouse
4.5 star property
Fernhill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (543)
"Beautiful views and very confortable rooms in a quiet neighborhood. Wish we could have stayed longer!"
United States
Wei-li
The price is ฿8,269
฿9,510 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Kamana Lakehouse
4 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Japanese cuisine
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 ฿10,574
฿12,160 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
Millbrook Resort
Luxury Apartment, 1 King Bed, Shower Grab Bars, Mountain View | View from room
Hanmer Glamping

Hanmer Glamping

Hanmer Glamping
3.5 star property
Hanmer Springs
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Great location "
Australia
sharn
The price is ฿5,918
฿6,806 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Hanmer Glamping
Exterior
Scenic Hotel Marlborough

Scenic Hotel Marlborough

Scenic Hotel Marlborough
4.5 star property
Blenheim CBD
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (694)
"good location and easy parking "
United States
Anny
The price is ฿2,841
฿3,267 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Scenic Hotel Marlborough
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was very warm and welcoming "
Thelma 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

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South Island Houseboats information

Number of reviews
14,290
Accommodation
1 Houseboats
Lowest Price
฿3,049
Highest Price
฿12,160

Frequently asked questions

How much do houseboats in South Island cost?
Rates for houseboats in South Island range between ฿3,049 and ฿12,160 per night. No matter your budget, Expedia will have the ideal option for you and your crewmates. These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for a hotel booking with a check-in date within the next year. Prices reflect current offers and availability is subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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What is there to do in South Island near my houseboat?
You'll find loads of ways to spend your time in South Island. If you're heading to Queenstown, be sure to look around Queenstown Mall, SKYCITY Wharf Casino and CaddyShack City Mini Golf. Spending your holiday in Christchurch? Christchurch Golf Club, Northlands Shopping Centre and Bush Inn Centre are among the best sights here.