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Best Luxury Hotels in South Island
Platinum Queenstown Villas
96 Fernhill Road, Fernhill, Queenstown
This aparthotel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. Enjoy the ski shuttle and onsite ski storage. Families will appreciate ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (556 reviews)
The accommodation was spacious, and the separate living room and kitchen downstairs, bedrooms and bathrooms upstairs meant everyone had lots of space. Staff were friendly, based on our exoerience of check in and out. It would be good to have bathroom towels changed every couple of days, and the notification ...
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
6 Liverpool Street Dunedin
$139 nightly
The price is $161 total per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
$161 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, a gym, and a bar/lounge. Business travelers can take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas. Self parking, dry cleaning, ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (825 reviews)
Friendly staff
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Commodore Airport Hotel
449 Memorial Avenue Christchurch
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$193 nightly
The price is $226 total per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
$226 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an indoor pool, an outdoor tennis court, and a restaurant. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center, free WiFi in public ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Excellent staff and greeting at check-in
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
The Spire Hotel Queenstown
3-5 Church Lane, Queenstown
$554 nightly
The price is $637 total per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
$637 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
A restaurant and a bar/lounge are featured at this hotel. There's a ski shuttle, and ski passes and ski storage are available on site. Families will appreciate ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (121 reviews)
Great hotel and terrific room The restaurant is being renovated so they sent us to have breakfast at a different hotel. Would have liked to know that in advance and may have booked the room without breakfast
Reviewed on Oct 7, 2025
Millbrook Resort
1124 Malaghans Road, Arrowtown
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$306 nightly
The price is $352 total per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
$352 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
This luxury hotel features a golf course, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Families will appreciate the playground, onsite laundry facilities, and in-room ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (731 reviews)
Stunning relaxing vistas of surrounding mountains. Streams, wildlife and quaint village feel but still so peaceful.
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
377 Frankton Road Queenstown
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$276 nightly
The price is $317 total per night from Dec 12 to Dec 13
$317 total
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and a bar/lounge. Families will appreciate the onsite laundry facilities, kid-friendly dining, and in-room childcare. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Room was clean and excellent. View amazing
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Kawarau Village, 79 Peninsula Road, Kawarau Falls
$205 nightly
The price is $236 total per night from Dec 2 to Dec 3
$236 total
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Total with taxes and fees
A full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a restaurant are all featured at this luxury hotel. Enjoy the gym and perks like free WiFi. You'll appreciate the a rooftop ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
It was great large room with in a wonderful location and will definitely return again
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025
Millennium Hotel Queenstown
32 Frankton Road Queenstown
$183 nightly
The price is $211 total per night from Dec 11 to Dec 12
$211 total
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, a gym, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 8 conference rooms, free WiFi in public areas, and laundry ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Nice sized rooms, tidy and location was fantastic! Buffet was good not great but we had such a good stay in Queenstown
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
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Christchurch City Hotel
699 Colombo St Christchurch Canterbury
$112 nightly
The price is $130 total per night from Dec 2 to Dec 3
$130 total
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Total with taxes and fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (511 reviews)
5 star hotels in South Island
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
9 Hereford Street Christchurch Christchurch Canterbury
$148 nightly
The price is $170 total per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
$170 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
9.6/10 Exceptional! (279 reviews)
South Island Luxury Hotels
Do you want to stay at an elegant 5 star hotel for your next getaway? Do you want to be pampered like royalty? When you're ready, the South Island luxury hotels are the plush oasis you’ve been looking for.
Choose from the best luxury hotels in South Island to make your stay as comfortable and memorable as possible. Deluxe amenities await you upon check-in—perks like a heated pool, luxurious spa, and 24-hour reception service will cater to your every need, no matter the hour. If you’re tired from the day’s activities and don’t feel like wandering around to look for a meal, sit down to dinner at one of the high-end restaurants on property or contact room service for a sophisticated dining experience in the comfort of your own suite. Getting to and from the airport will be an easy task as well because most of these fancy hotels offer a free shuttle service for easy transportation.
We want you to enjoy your next vacation in style and the top luxury resorts in South Island will help you do just that. Browse Travelocity right now to find amazing deals on the best luxury hotels and 4 star hotels in South Island, and plan your next opulent escape.
South Island hotels essential information
Accommodation | 7,233 hotels |
|---|---|
Lowest Price | $102 |
Highest Price | $637 |
Popular hotels | The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments, Platinum Queenstown Villas, Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa, Distinction Dunedin Hotel, Commodore Airport Hotel, The Spire Hotel Queenstown, Millbrook Resort, Millennium Hotel Queenstown |
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