Hotels in South Island

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Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
Restaurant

Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (721)
The price is $86
$99 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Scenic Hotel Punakaiki
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Lake view

Rosewood Matakauri

5.0 star property
Closeburn
9.6/10Exceptional (15 reviews)
10% off
$1,702 nightly
Price is $3,915
Total with taxes and fees
Rosewood Matakauri

Top landmarks in South Island

Milford Sound

Milford Sound

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Milford Sound during your travels in Fiordland National Park. Discover the area's waterfalls and glaciers.

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Milford Sound

Learn more about South Island

Notable for its natural beauty, South Island features attractions such as Lake Tekapo and Mount John Observatory. Visitors to this family-friendly city speak highly of the restaurants whereas sights include Mount John Lookout and Tekapo Springs.

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Queenstown showing a river or creek and boating

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Sherwood Queenstown

Sherwood Queenstown

10/10 Excellent
"Love the character of the room, nicely decorated with an earthy feel . Our best stay so far in NZ. "
Laura 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Sherwood Queenstown

Frequently asked questions

Can I book refundable accommodations in South Island?
If you're looking for the flexibility to change your travel plans to South Island, most properties provide refundable* rates you can book. You can see these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.
Where can I stay in South Island if I want a vacation rental instead of a traditional hotel?
If you want to find a good alternative to a hotel, review our selection of 2842 vacation homes. In addition, there are 883 apartments and 31 condos.
Why should I book my South Island hotel through Hotels.com?
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