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Top South Island 3 Star hotels

The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel

3 out of 5
2 Rapuwai Lane Lake Tekapo Canterbury
This hotel features a coffee shop, laundry facilities, and free self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. A garden, a lobby fireplace, and luggage storage ...
8/10 Very Good! (612 reviews)
Romm is clean and tidy. Staff is very helpfull We have had a good stay

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

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BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street Christchurch
$44 nightly
The price is $50 total per night from Dec 2 to Dec 3
$50 total
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, a gym, and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. A business center, dry cleaning, and luggage storage are also on ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
excellent hotel. very pleased

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025

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Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

3.5 out of 5
10 Smith Street Dunedin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$89 nightly
The price is $102 total per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
$102 total
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Total with taxes and fees
A restaurant and a bar/lounge are featured at this hotel. Guests will appreciate free perks like full breakfast and WiFi in public areas. Self parking, dry cleaning, ...
8/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
Clean room, attentive staff, tasty breakfast. Very helpful with laundry. Provided 2nd luggage holder too!

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

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Pinewood Queenstown

Pinewood Queenstown

3 out of 5
48 Hamilton Road Queenstown
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$65 nightly
The price is $75 total per night from Nov 28 to Nov 29
$75 total
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Total with taxes and fees
Free WiFi in public areas, a garden, and luggage storage are available at this lodge. If you want to take your pet along, this pet-friendly property offers everything ...
7.6/10 Good! (620 reviews)
The room is clean and has everything we needed for an overnight stay. Easy checkin and checkout.

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025

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Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

3.5 out of 5
45 Roydvale Avenue Christchurch
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$93 nightly
The price is $108 total per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
$108 total
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Total with taxes and fees
A restaurant and a bar/lounge are featured at this hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center, free WiFi in public areas, and free airport ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Great room, great staff shuttle at 3 in the morning wonderful, so helpful such lovely people.

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025

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Fiordland Hotel

Fiordland Hotel

3 out of 5
1 Burnby Drive, Te Anau
A restaurant, free self parking, and a terrace are among this hotel's amenities. WiFi in public areas is free. A communal living room, luggage storage, and laundry ...
7/10 Good! (589 reviews)
Room clean and staff courteous

Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025

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Edit Picton

Edit Picton

3.5 out of 5
25 Waikawa Road, Marlborough, Picton
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$77 nightly
The price is $89 total per night from Nov 30 to Dec 1
$89 total
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool and a poolside bar. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center, free WiFi in public areas, ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
room was clean, tidy great location and nice and quiet

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025

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Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites

3.5 out of 5
154 Beach Road Kaikoura
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$80 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Nov 30 to Dec 1
$92 total
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. A terrace, a garden, and a picnic area are also on offer.
9/10 Wonderful! (354 reviews)
All was perfect : clean and wide room, staff, bbq area, ...

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025

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The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel

The Muse Christchurch, Art Hotel

3.5 out of 5
159 Manchester Street Christchurch
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$94 nightly
The price is $109 total per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
$109 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and luggage storage are available at this hotel. A safe deposit box is also provided.
8.6/10 Excellent! (335 reviews)
Brilliant location in the heart of the city The staff were friend and great pointing out the bars and restaurants in the area

Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025

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The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson

3 out of 5
40 Waimea Road Nelson
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$69 nightly
The price is $79 total per night from Dec 2 to Dec 3
$79 total
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Families will appreciate the children's pool and barbecue grills. Guests will appreciate ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
I only stayed one night, arrived late and then found my VISA card was still not working... honestly the reception & restaurant staff could not have been more understanding and helpful. All was sorted and for just one nights stay I was treated like a VIP!!

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025

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3 Star Hotels South Island

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