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Guests' Choice

The 30 Best Hotels in South Island

Based on 753,612 guest reviews

Hopewell Lodge

#1 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 105 days ago

  • “DO THIS! You will not regret it. It's simply wonderful!”
  • “Amazing, what an experience.”
  • “Yes, it's worth the 3 hours ride from Picton!”
Vineyard Cottage in Blenheim on the Golden Mile

#2 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 41 days ago

  • “Very comfortable and relaxing stay in a beautiful location!”
  • “Don't miss any chance to stay here if you wanted a peaceful, beautiful countryside holiday!”
  • “In Amongst The Vineyards”
Oakview

#3 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 5 days ago

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  • “Faultless! No more words needed.”
  • “It had towels you could use for the hot pools in the...”
High Leys Lodge

#4 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 119 days ago

  • “The view is amazing there.”
  • “Lovely place to stay in Te Anau with breakfast”
  • “Perfection with an amazing view”
Rimu Lodge

#5 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 3 days ago

  • “Recommend highly”
  • “We liked everything about this place.”
  • “We travel a lot and Rimu Lodge is up there with our best ever stays.”
Awatuna Sunset Lodge

#6 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 130 days ago

  • “Little paradise”
  • “Would happily recommend and stay again.”
  • “Prestige home like B&B with super hosts”
Moonlight Escape Lodge

#7 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 22 days ago

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  • “This is an excellent choice for those who are exploring the Queenstown area!”
  • “Great spot”
Hidden Lodge Queenstown

#8 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 4 days ago

  • “The stay was amazing as was the hosts David and Wendy.”
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  • “My partner and I said 1 simple thing when we left the hidden lodge, and that was we will never even attempt to book anot”
Burn Cottage Retreat

#9 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 34 days ago

  • “Idyllic place to unwind. Loved coming back after enjoying days out visiting the local area.”
  • “Exceptional”
  • “Owners were terrific hosts and made sure our stay was enjoyable.”
HighTree Chalets

#10 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 2 days ago

  • “Beautiful views and lovely accommodation would recommend to all wanting a lovely getaway”
  • “Exceptional!”
  • “”
The Old Slaughterhouse Traveller's Lodge

#11 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 124 days ago

  • “Perfect spot for our group and amazing views”
  • “Lovely host, superb rooms, lodge and views”
  • “Amazing host and views”
Bluestone On George

#12 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 2 days ago

  • “Friendly and accessible. Lovely place to stay”
  • “”
  • “Very clean and comfortable.”
Abel Tasman Lodge

#13 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 7 days ago

  • “Lovely surrounds, very friendly staff, good facilities...”
  • “Excellent experience.”
  • “A very quiet and comfortable stay in a beautiful region”
SkyScape

#14 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 5 days ago

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  • “Worth for every penny spent!!!”
Azur Lodge

#15 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 43 days ago

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  • “Everything was amazing!”
Hulbert House Luxury Boutique Lodge Queenstown

#16 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 7 days ago

  • “Such a fantastic place to stay. Great location, beautiful property and the staff were next level. They go above and beyo”
  • “The best place to stay in Queenstown. Graeme and Mags from Wales”
  • “A very special place to stay,”
Drift Off Grid Luxury Eco Glamping

#17 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 65 days ago

  • “Everything”
  • “Just absolutely amazing!”
  • “It’s Amazing!”
Milford Sound Overnight Cruise - Fiordland Discovery

#18 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 107 days ago

  • “Beautiful, Majestic, peaceful and well worth it!”
  • “The best way to experience the Milford Sound. Well worth the splurge.”
  • “Kind of thought we would travel further definitely recommend”
Amuri Estate Luxury Lodge

#19 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 9 days ago

  • “We really loved it. Great location and relaxing atmosphere”
  • “”
  • “Cosy comfortable and very peaceful”
The Rocks Chalets

#20 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 26 days ago

  • “The host is kind and the garden is the most beautiful one.”
  • “”
  • “Great place just at the entrance to town.”
Annies on Milford

#21 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 2 days ago

  • “Everything it was amazing”
  • “Everything, this place is amazing.”
  • “”
Thistle Cottage

#22 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 5 days ago

  • “Very comfortable, warm and clean. Lovely furnishings”
  • “excellent”
  • “Lovely quiet house on a farm.”
Church Hill Boutique Lodge & Restaurant

#23 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 98 days ago

  • “Beautiful and relaxing”
  • “Exceptional service.”
  • “A perfect stay.”
Hanmer High Country Views

#24 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 7 days ago

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  • “Absolutely beautiful, quiet private, relaxing perfect...”
Southern Comfort

#25 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 9 days ago

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  • “Love this place!”
Pukaki Air Lodge

#26 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 117 days ago

  • “Above expectations”
  • “A quiet room with a fantastic view.”
  • “It’s wonderful!”
14th Lane Urban Hotel

#27 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 11 days ago

  • “Warm and Comfortable central Blenheim stay.”
  • “Beautiful, well appointed rooms, super friendly and accomodating staff.”
  • “A little bit of luxury in Blenheim!”
Alps Motel & Apartments

#28 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 7 days ago

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  • “Excellent”
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Taimana Boutique Motel

#29 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: 3 days ago

  • “Charming wee Motel”
  • “location”
  • “Very enjoyable, quiet, just what we needed for a break”
Grand Suites Murchison

#30 of 1,050 Hotels in South Island

Last review posted: yesterday

  • “Just what we needed”
  • “all good 😊”
  • “”
Guests' Choice shows you the best and most reviewed properties on top. This is based on the most important topics to our guests, like the number of recent reviews, the review score and the expertise of the reviewer.

Recent reviews

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    “Was very busy with school groups so a bit noisy but otherwise great for the quick urgent booking I needed”

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    “The staff are amazing and helpful, the bed was comfy, the showers and spa was so lovely, and the view from the room is stunning.”

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    “That i could cook my own meals”

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    “location, room was clean”

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    “Fantastic service”

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    “Location. Clean.”

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