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Top South Island 2 Star hotels
Lakes Edge Holiday Park
2 Lakeside Dr Lake Tekapo Canterbury
$119 nightly
The price is $137 total per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
$137 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
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.
9/10 Wonderful! (464 reviews)
"For nzd350 a night, basic amenities are lacking. No cupboard, no hangars, no shampoo, no shelf by basin to put toothbrush, weak wifi."
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2026
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
5-11 Church Street Queenstown
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$99 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
$114 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (781 reviews)
"A great place to stay although a little noisy with bars close by open very late."
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2026
Hampshire Holiday Parks - Wanaka
212 Brownston Street Wanaka
$54 nightly
The price is $62 total per night from Dec 4 to Dec 5
$62 total
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Total with taxes and fees
This holiday park doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. A garden, a picnic area, and laundry facilities are also on ...
8/10 Very Good! (82 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay and good locations. The wifi was terrible though and we didn’t have outside dining but everyone other cabin did which was disappointing"
Reviewed on Oct 20, 2026
Hampshire Holiday Parks - Arrowtown
12B Centennial Avenue Arrowtown
$34 nightly
The price is $40 total per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
$40 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Total with taxes and fees
An outdoor tennis court, free self parking, and laundry facilities are featured at this holiday park. A picnic area and barbecue grills are also provided.
High Country Motel and Backpackers
23 Mackenzie Drive Twizel
$61 nightly
The price is $70 total per night from Nov 5 to Nov 6
$70 total
Nov 5 - Nov 6
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.
7.8/10 Good! (324 reviews)
"Very happy with the stay during our trip from south to the north Island. Stayed for 2 nights, comfortable bed and the toilets was clean. A lot of parking spots available. The grocery store right next to the motel. Its very simple but it was everything we needed. Thank you!"
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2026
Carnmore Hagley Park
22 Riccarton Road Christchurch
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$76 nightly
The price is $87 total per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
$87 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. A garden, dry cleaning, and luggage storage are also on offer.
8.8/10 Excellent! (494 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and helpful., it was a comfortable stay, great to have free parking, cleaning needs more attention to detail"
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2026
Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef
9 Cron St Franz Josef Glacier West Coast
$75 nightly
The price is $87 total per night from Dec 3 to Dec 4
$87 total
Dec 3 - Dec 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.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (177 reviews)
"Friendly team, good amenities & centre of town. Communal lounge & kitchen is well equipped. All in all a good stay at a good price."
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2026
Mt Cook Lodge & Motels
Bowen Drive Mount Cook
A restaurant and a bar/lounge are featured at this motel. Guests will appreciate free perks like free self parking and WiFi in public areas. Luggage storage ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (127 reviews)
"Rooms were small but very clean and well laid out. Checkin was great. The lady who checked me in complimented my hat. Much appreciated. Loved the bar/restaurant upstairs - vast and friendly with great bar and menu."
Reviewed on Oct 29, 2026
Driftaway Queenstown
17 Yewlett Crescent, Franktown Queenstown
$98 nightly
The price is $113 total per night from Nov 20 to Nov 21
$113 total
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Total with taxes and fees
This holiday park features a garden, laundry facilities, and free self parking. A communal living room is also provided.
10/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
"Very cute and clean cottage with everything I needed. Fantastic view!"
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2026
Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel
338 Lincoln Road Christchurch
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$47 nightly
The price is $55 total per night from Nov 17 to Nov 18
$55 total
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Total with taxes and fees
This hostel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. Families will appreciate the arcade/game room and onsite laundry facilities. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (377 reviews)
"Staff where awesome very helpful and kol to chat with. Sadly a group came in and they messed up the bathroom and showers up stairs. It was very stressful for the staff and other guests. The children where noisy and the group guests ip all night and morning they where very noisy. But the venue was ..."
Reviewed on Sep 27, 2026
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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
Mi-pad Queenstown
4 out of 5
Posted 1 hour ago
Travelocity Verified Review
"Very clean and ultra convenient to town with a great rooftop balcony."
A verified traveler stayed at Mi-pad Queenstown
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