The 30 Best Hotels in South Island

Ranked 1 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 1 of 2 for hotels in Kenepuru Sounds.

• “Hopewell is the perfect paradise, where you won’t want to leave.”
• “Slice of paradise.”
• “A unique stay in the sounds :)”
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Ranked 2 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 1 of 31 for hotels in Te Anau.

• “An exceptionally warm and comfortable stay”
• “We wish we could have stayed longer!”
• “Absolutely amazing in every way.”
• See more reviews of High Leys Lodge

Ranked 3 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 1 of 34 for hotels in Blenheim.

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• “secluded and comfortable”
• “We would recommend this vineyard cottage , it is so lovely, a total relax.”
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Ranked 4 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 1 of 24 for hotels in Hanmer Springs.

• “We really enjoyed our stay at Oakview.”
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• “Expensive , needed full length mirror for dressing, twin...”
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Ranked 5 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 2 of 24 for hotels in Hanmer Springs.

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• “A perfect place to stay, relax and the environment”
• “very enjoyable, comfortable stay. Close to town and the springs.”
• See more reviews of 8 on Oregon Boutique Lodge

Ranked 6 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 1 of 1 for hotels in Hector.

• “Everything was fantastic, including our lovely host.”
• “Would love to stay again for an extended period, very relaxing, my kind of place, homely.”
• “Absolutely amazing, has to be the best accomodation we have ever stayed at in NZ!!”
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Ranked 7 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 1 of 87 for hotels in Queenstown.

• “Exceptional Stay at Hulbert House - Feels Like Home”
• “Staff were incredible.”
• “Excellent luxury stay. Very kind hosts who went out of their way to ensure we had an an amazing time”
• See more reviews of Hulbert House Luxury Boutique Lodge Queenstown

Ranked 8 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 2 of 31 for hotels in Te Anau.

• “Will stay again! Highly recommend!”
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Ranked 9 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 3 of 24 for hotels in Hanmer Springs.

• “Beautiful accommodation, nice touch with wine, cheese board & the fire lit for us on arrival”
• “Wonderful views, beautiful room, very attentive staff”
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Ranked 10 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 1 of 52 for hotels in Dunedin.

• “Decor, with lovely light timbers very uplifting.”
• “Very enjoyable. I will choose to stay here the next time we are in Dunedin.”
• “Bluestone on George is a wonderful place to stay.”
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Ranked 11 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 2 of 4 for hotels in Cape Foulwind.

• “Wonderful property and location”
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• “This is one of the best accommodations on booking we have...”
• See more reviews of The Bay House Beachfront Accommodation

Ranked 12 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 1 of 12 for hotels in Hokitika.

• “Sue-Ellen made everyone feel special, it’s a piece of paradise”
• “The host was super organised and the place was clean and...”
• “Ticked all the boxes. A welcoming host in a beautiful setting with all the comforts needed for a relaxing and refreshing”
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Ranked 13 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 2 of 87 for hotels in Queenstown.

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• “Lovely”
• “It was the best lodging experience we’ve ever had.”
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Ranked 14 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 1 of 16 for hotels in Cromwell.

• “Excellent cottage and central for many activities.”
• “Very comfortable stay . Will be back .”
• “Excellent!”
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Ranked 15 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 1 of 7 for hotels in Half-moon Bay.

• “Par Excellance”
• “The service, the view, the food, the location and the bed...”
• “It is difficult to overpraise the Church Hill Boutique Lodge and Restaurant.”
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Ranked 16 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 3 of 98 for hotels in Twizel.

• “Simply perfect”
• “Peaceful stay in a one-of -a -kind place!”
• “wonderful stay”
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Ranked 17 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 1 of 13 for hotels in Marahau.

• “Super helpful staff especially Scott who checked us in.”
• “Would highly recommend to others.”
• “Absolutely fabulous!”
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Ranked 18 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 3 of 87 for hotels in Queenstown.

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• “Best hotel we’ve ever stayed at”
• “Lovely and relaxing”
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Ranked 19 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 2 of 34 for hotels in Blenheim.

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Ranked 20 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 2 of 16 for hotels in Cromwell.

• “Cromwell Beauty”
• “Excellent very comfortable.”
• “Very restful in a beautiful place”
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Ranked 21 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 1 of 6 for hotels in Takaka.

• “The setting was amazing and easy walking distance to Takaka.”
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• “I have stayed at the Rocks multiple times, it is consistently good.”
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Ranked 22 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 4 of 24 for hotels in Hanmer Springs.

• “A wonderful relaxing experience in a beautiful environment.”
• “We had a lovely 2 nights at Hanmer High Country Views.”
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Ranked 23 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 1 of 13 for hotels in Ashburton.

• “A lovely relaxing sanctuary in the countryside”
• “Beautiful but not as relaxing as it could be”
• “This was a real piece of paradise. Thank you for sharing it with others.”
• See more reviews of Thistle Cottage

Ranked 24 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 11 of 98 for hotels in Twizel.

• “Very clean and beautiful location.”
• “Comfort with a view”
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Ranked 25 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 1 of 2 for hotels in Milford Sound.

• “good”
• “Beautiful scenery, excellent staff, amazing cabins”
• “Wow! what an experience in the wilderness!!”
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Ranked 26 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 4 of 87 for hotels in Queenstown.

• “A great experience, perfect location - perfect place to stay...”
• “Amazing Boutique Hotel”
• “There is nothing not to like, from the staff to the room to...”
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Ranked 27 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 3 of 32 for hotels in Greymouth.

• “Excellent property in all respects, out of the main drag of Greymouth but only short drive into town.”
• “Very very good experience”
• “Cottage very cozy and welcoming after long drive.”
• See more reviews of Oak Lodge

Ranked 28 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 1 of 6 for hotels in Tuatapere.

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• “Great, I got a good time lapse video of night sky”
• “Perfect spot to stay when visiting Fiordland esp for Humpridge track”
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Ranked 29 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 4 of 32 for hotels in Greymouth.

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• “Lovely self contained unit in a quiet location. Wonderful hosts.”
• “Memorable night”
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Ranked 30 out of 1,025 in the region, as well as being 2 of 8 for hotels in Murchison.

• “We would recommend Grand Suites to everyone going to Murchison.”
• “Though it’s a 1 night stay, the accommodation was very comfortable.”
• “Convenient stop for my business travel down the west coast”
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