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Top South Island Historic Hotels

Sennen House

Larnach Lodge

The Classic Villa

Adina Heritage Christchurch

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel

Scenic Suites Queenstown

Baywick Inn

Chapel Apartments

The Station House Motel

Cromwell Motel
South Island Historic Hotels
If you’re a fan of learning about centuries gone by, or perhaps you just love the architecture of yesteryear, consider a historic hotel the next time you travel. South Island historic hotels put you near where all the momentous events in the area occurred, and where the old, vintage buildings stand.
When you book a room at one of the historical hotels in South Island, you’ll experience the past come alive. Visit all the famous landmarks nearby and snap a few pictures for the scrapbook. Be sure to ask the hotel staff about visits from historical figures and then head back to relax in your hotel room after a long day of sightseeing tours and artwork exhibits.
As much as you love history, you also love modern amenities, and you can have the best of both worlds on this trip. These accommodations range from plush to quaint, and you’ll have all the conveniences you need to relax and rejuvenate. And you don’t need have Rockefeller as your last name to be able to afford a place to rest your head. There are a wide variety of cheap historic hotels in South Island that cater to everyone, no matter your budget.
Whatever your reason for visiting South Island, make sure you book your stay with Travelocity. Our Price Guarantee will ensure that you have plenty of extra cash to spend at all the museum gift shops
South Island hotels essential information
Accommodation | 6,959 hotels |
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Lowest Price | $105 |
Highest Price | $217 |
Popular hotels | Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown, Adina Heritage Christchurch, Larnach Lodge, Baywick Inn, Jailhouse Accommodation - Hostel, The Classic Villa, Chapel Apartments, The Station House Motel, Cromwell Motel, Sennen House, Hartley Homestead Boutique B and B, Scenic Suites Queenstown |
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