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Top South Island 2 Star hotels
Lakes Edge Holiday Park
2 Lakeside Dr, Lake Tekapo, Canterbury
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$162 nightly
The price is $186 total per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
$186 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
This motel features a garden, laundry facilities, and free self parking. A communal living room, a picnic area, and luggage storage are also on offer.
8.8/10 Excellent! (351 reviews)
"It was very quiet, great for stargazing, we loved being close to the hot pools and the lake and the town. Our family really likes having the 2 bedrooms."
Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025
High Country Motel and Backpackers
23 Mackenzie Drive, Twizel
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$61 nightly
The price is $70 total per night from Oct 3 to Oct 4
$70 total
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
This motel features a terrace, laundry facilities, and free self parking. A garden, a picnic area, and WiFi in public areas are also on offer.
7.6/10 Good! (249 reviews)
"perfect for a two night visit"
Reviewed on Aug 30, 2025
Alps Motel Apartment Twizel
17 Ruataniwha Street, Twizel, Twizel
$157 nightly
The price is $181 total per night from Oct 8 to Oct 9
$181 total
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Total with taxes and fees
Free WiFi in public areas is available at this motel. Take advantage of the free self parking.
10/10 Exceptional! (69 reviews)
Very Nice Motel. Highly recommend it.
"Wonderful, clean, new motel. Highly recommend it."
Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025
Lakeside Motel - Queenstown
18 Lake Esplanade, Queenstown
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$102 nightly
The price is $118 total per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
$118 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. A terrace, dry cleaning, and luggage storage are also on offer.
7.4/10 Good! (410 reviews)
"Keep your expectations realistic and you won’t be disappointed. It’s an older property and in a state of disrepair. It could definitely benefit from a major renovation. Kitchen is a bit primitive, bathroom ceiling could use some work. However, you can’t beat the location and the view. Comfortable ..."
Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025
The Flaming Kiwi Backpackers
39 Robins Rd, Queenstown
$63 nightly
The price is $73 total per night from Oct 3 to Oct 4
$73 total
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
This hostel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. A terrace, a library, and a picnic area are also on offer.
8.4/10 Very Good! (101 reviews)
"It was a great stay! The manager was very accommodating and nice. The room was great too! The place is also very close to most shops and restaurants."
Reviewed on Sep 27, 2025
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
5-11 Church Street, Queenstown
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$79 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Oct 15 to Oct 16
$92 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
A sauna is featured at this hostel, along with free WiFi in public areas and a fireplace in the lobby. Express check-in, express check-out, and luggage storage ...
8/10 Very Good! (718 reviews)
"Everything was nice and clean albeit slightly older. The balcony was lovely to use on the sunny afternoon! The free earplugs were perfect to block out the rowdy partygoers downstairs!"
Reviewed on Sep 24, 2025
Kaikoura Beach Motel
124 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury
$75 nightly
The price is $87 total per night from Oct 7 to Oct 8
$87 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
This motel features laundry facilities. Take advantage of the free self parking.
8.8/10 Excellent! (383 reviews)
"Stayed a few years ago and they've done it up nicely. Great bathroom reno and super comfortable bed. Ocean view from our modest room. Great base to explore the town on foot. Highly recommended and we will stay again."
Reviewed on Sep 24, 2025
Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef
9 Cron St, Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$55 nightly
The price is $63 total per night from Oct 3 to Oct 4
$63 total
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
This lodge features a garden, laundry facilities, and free self parking. Dry cleaning, luggage storage, and barbecue grills are also on offer.
9/10 Wonderful! (91 reviews)
"Above and beyond service and friendliness. Our host was exceptional at check in, providing a complimentary fresh warmed blueberry muffin for each traveler. Rooms were warm, clean & comfortable. Common area spacious, friendly, very well equipped, with complementary coffee, vegetable soup (home made!), ..."
Reviewed on Sep 11, 2025
Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel
11 Aorangi Crescent, Lake Tekapo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$65 nightly
The price is $75 total per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
$75 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
This hostel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. If you want to take your pet along, this pet-friendly property offers ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (142 reviews)
"Perfect👍"
Reviewed on Sep 12, 2025
North South Holiday Park
530 Sawyers Arms Road, Christchurch
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$37 nightly
The price is $43 total per night from Oct 8 to Oct 9
$43 total
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Total with taxes and fees
A restaurant and an outdoor pool are featured at this holiday park. Guests will appreciate free perks like free self parking and WiFi in public areas. A garden, ...
8/10 Very Good! (502 reviews)
"Great people and service..staff are lovely"
Reviewed on Sep 12, 2025
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2 Star Hotels South Island
Looking to break out of your routine for some much needed rest and relaxation? Or maybe you’ve already decided it’s time for a trip and are trying to find affordable hotels in South Island that won’t bust your travel budget?
South Island 2 star hotels will give you everything you need to enjoy the city like a local, saving a ton of money so you can hit all the hot spots in town.
Have a delicious breakfast at your hotel to fuel up for your day of sightseeing, then enjoy amenities like fresh towels and linens, as well as a nice hot shower to unwind after a busy day of experiencing everything the city has to offer.
As you explore a new locale, or one you love to visit over and over, you can rest easy knowing you’re staying in a great hotel that lets you discover South Island and welcomes you back to a clean, comfortable room at night.
Browse Travelocity’s wide selection of 2 star hotels in South Island and find one that’s perfectly priced and places you next to all the best activities and sights. The town is your oyster, and we can help you seek out its secrets while sticking to your budget.
Recent South Island hotel reviews by fellow wanderers
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
5 out of 5
Posted 2 days ago
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"Loved the location "
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