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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
$88 nightly
The price is $101 total per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
$101 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
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! (426 reviews)
"Enjoy our stay"
Reviewed on Jul 18, 2026
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
5-11 Church Street Queenstown
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$90 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$105 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
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! (770 reviews)
"We had a private room with bathroom. Very clean and quiet. Only downside is that the air conditioning and heating are controlled by the front desk so you have to ask them to adjust the temperature via an app or by talking to the front desk. Visited during a very busy time so it was a bit crowded ..."
Reviewed on Jul 10, 2026
Mt Cook Lodge & Motels
Bowen Drive Mount Cook
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$174 nightly
The price is $202 total per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
$202 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Total with taxes and fees
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! (111 reviews)
"Warm and cosy room with fantastic views. Heater was on for our arrival with toasty warm towels in the bathroom."
Reviewed on Jul 12, 2026
Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel
11 Aorangi Crescent Lake Tekapo
$80 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Jul 23 to Jul 24
$93 total
Jul 23 - Jul 24
Total with taxes and fees
This hostel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. A terrace, a garden, and a snack bar/deli are also on offer.
8.8/10 Excellent! (155 reviews)
"Nice and clean"
Reviewed on Jun 8, 2026
Alps Motel Apartment Twizel
17 Ruataniwha Street, Twizel Twizel
$137 nightly
The price is $160 total per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
$160 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
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! (157 reviews)
"This property was very clean and comfortable with all the amenities including washer/dryer in the room. The staff was very friendly and helpful with easy check in and check out. Would highly recommend! Loved the bed and bedding 😊"
Reviewed on Jun 24, 2026
Carnmore Hagley Park
22 Riccarton Road Christchurch
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$57 nightly
The price is $66 total per night from Aug 13 to Aug 14
$66 total
Aug 13 - Aug 14
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! (483 reviews)
"Warm, clean and tidy. Had everything we needed. Nice touch with the complimentary brownie when arriving."
Reviewed on Jul 15, 2026
Hampshire Holiday Parks - Wanaka
212 Brownston Street Wanaka
$67 nightly
The price is $77 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$77 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (74 reviews)
"The room was fine. As in most places on the South Island during winter, it's hard/impossible to get the room temperature to a comfortable level. That being said, I would probably stay there again."
Reviewed on Jul 13, 2026
Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
50 Beach Street Queenstown Otago
$119 nightly
The price is $139 total per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
$139 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
Total with taxes and fees
Free WiFi in public areas, a fireplace in the lobby, and a library are available at this hostel. A computer station, dry cleaning, and luggage storage are also ...
9/10 Wonderful! (172 reviews)
"convenient location, clean room"
Reviewed on Jul 14, 2026
Lakeside Motel - Queenstown
18 Lake Esplanade Queenstown
$114 nightly
The price is $131 total per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
$131 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
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.
The Moorings
17 Lakeside Road Wanaka
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$129 nightly
The price is $148 total per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
$148 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
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.
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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
Novotel Christchurch Airport
4 out of 5
Posted 17 hours ago
Travelocity Verified Review
"Our room was very clean and tidy. We made a reservation on line for dinner only to find out that we had booked for the Novotel at Auckland not Christchurch. The staff went out of their way to make a space for us even though they were booked out."
A verified traveler stayed at Novotel Christchurch Airport
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