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Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (364)
"Great location. Friendly staff. "
United States
Kit Yee Karen
The price is NT$6,364
NT$7,318 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Property amenity
LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Easy and cheap to get a room to stay for the night! Quite nice to stay at. "
Australia
Kaila
The price is NT$2,396
NT$2,755 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 17 - Dec 18
LyLo Christchurch
Reception
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (285)
"Lovely staff, excellent amenities close to everything "
Canada
Nicole
The price is NT$5,812
NT$6,684 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 18 - Dec 19
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
Front of property
Quest on Kilmore

Quest on Kilmore

Quest on Kilmore
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (180)
"Perfect place to stay, excellent facilities "
Australia
Marilyn
The price is NT$3,134
NT$3,605 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Quest on Kilmore
Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
5.0 star property
Queenstown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Beautiful hotel in a great location. "
United States
Sean
The price is NT$10,414
NT$11,976 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Breakfast and dinner served
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Kawarau Falls
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Front office staff was attentive and available 24/7 for any needs. Grounds were clean, quiet, slightly removed from the main downtown of Queenstown but only a short drive away and it was nice to be on the other side away from the action a bit. Good if you’re looking for a little more privacy and relaxed pace. "
Canada
Courtney
The price is NT$6,442
NT$7,409 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Porch
Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (420)
"Large room, really great value for money"
Australia
Fiona
The price is NT$1,659
NT$1,907 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Bealey Quarter
Deluxe Twin | In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (449)
"Clean room, lovely staff and nice restaurant downstairs "
Australia
Anton
The price is NT$3,030
NT$3,485 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Sudima Kaikoura
View from property
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1446)
"Staff was very friendly and helpful. Great location to food and entertainment. "
United States
Rebecca
The price is NT$5,371
NT$6,177 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (508)
"Great location, good room set up, lovely staff."
United States
Deidre
The price is NT$4,867
NT$5,597 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Sudima Christchurch City
House - 4 Bedrooms | Private kitchen
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
5.0 star property
Papanui
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (939)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Matthew
The price is NT$1,942
NT$2,233 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - 2026/1/7
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (248)
"Great location and view!"
United States
David
The price is NT$11,357
NT$13,060 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
Property entrance
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
5.0 star property
Blenheim CBD
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Beautiful room, friendly staff, loved the pool and live music, easy to walk into town"
United States
Stephanie
The price is NT$2,646
NT$3,043 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 19 - Dec 20
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Terrace/patio
LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (692)
"Convenient location, easy check in, and clean and modern"
Australia
Sian
The price is NT$3,657
NT$4,206 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
LyLo Queenstown
Exterior
Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau
5.0 star property
Te Anau
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (774)
"Friendly staff. Comfortable stay. "
United States
Kit Yee Karen
The price is NT$7,598
NT$8,738 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau
Top of House - King | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
The Mayfair

The Mayfair

The Mayfair
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (266)
"Great stay!"
United States
Kelsie
The price is NT$6,011
NT$6,913 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - 2026/1/9
The Mayfair
Property grounds
Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
5.0 star property
Arrowtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (740)
"Stunning relaxing vistas of surrounding mountains. Streams, wildlife and quaint village feel but still so peaceful."
Australia
Kevin
The price is NT$9,766
NT$11,231 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Millbrook Resort
Bar (on property)
QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (984)
"Location and the view are excellent. Love to stay there again "
Australia
Angela
The price is NT$7,854
NT$9,032 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 16 - Dec 17
QT Queenstown
Front of property - evening/night
Fable Dunedin

Fable Dunedin

Fable Dunedin
5.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (485)
"Amazing 5 star service. All team members went above and beyond, especially Chloe. "
United States
Rangan
The price is NT$3,119
NT$3,587 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Fable Dunedin
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Beautiful rooms, perfect location, and very friendly attentive staff "
Australia
Sylvia
The price is NT$6,569
NT$7,554 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
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Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

123 Princes Street Dunedin
The price is NT$2,504 per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
NT$2,504
NT$2,880 total
Dec 15 - Dec 16
includes taxes & fees
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Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

10/10 Excellent
"Large spacious apartment with full cooking facilities and well equipped kitchen. Magnificent view from room "
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Frequently asked questions

What are the best 5-star hotels in South Island?
According to Expedia customer reviews, Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa, The Spire Hotel Queenstown and Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery in Queenstown are some of the most popular 5-star hotels around South Island. From their prime locations to their amenities and services, everything about these luxurious stays is designed to go above and beyond.
How much does it cost to stay in a 5-star hotel in South Island?
How much you pay for a 5-star hotel in South Island depends on things like when you plan to go and the length of your stay. A top tip for landing an awesome deal? Use our pricing filters to compare the available hotels for your selected dates.

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What makes a hotel 5 stars in South Island?
From high-end restaurants and 24-hour fitness centers to swimming pools and superior bedding, the 5-star experience in South Island is all about comfort and luxury. But it takes more than just top-notch amenities to earn a 5-star rating. Stays also have to provide extraordinary guest-focused services like beauty treatments, on-site laundry and room service any time day or night.

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