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Our top choices for South Island 5-star hotels

Shared kitchen facilities

LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Only stayed one night to catch an early flight but had everything we needed"
Australia
Kim
The price is RM281
RM323 total
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
LyLo Christchurch
Terrace/patio

Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (525 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay"
Australia
Akarshit
The price is RM213
RM245 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Bealey Quarter
Beach/ocean view

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (558 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
Australia
Carmel
The price is RM344
RM395 total
includes taxes & fees
15 May - 16 May
Sudima Kaikoura
Lounge

Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (416 reviews)
"here is located just lake side of Tekapo so you can see the beautiful views anytime. it was so fancy. "
Japan
Yuka
The price is RM556
RM640 total
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Terrace/patio

LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (743 reviews)
"Clean room, great staffs, convenient location for tours."
United States
Eiichi
The price is RM279
RM320 total
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
LyLo Queenstown
Front of property

Quest on Kilmore

Quest on Kilmore
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (267 reviews)
"Great hotel and location, spacious and washer and dryer were a huge plus!"
United States
Shanna
The price is RM318
RM366 total
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May
Quest on Kilmore
Property entrance

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
5.0 star property
Blenheim CBD
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay"
Australia
William
The price is RM269
RM310 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Exterior

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
5.0 star property
Queenstown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful property near town. Very instagrammable"
United States
John
The price is RM880
RM1,012 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Exterior

QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"great hotel and location "
Canada
BENJAMIN
The price is RM674
RM775 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
QT Queenstown
Lobby lounge

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (328 reviews)
"Beautiful boutique hotel. "
Canada
Natalia
The price is RM505
RM581 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (596 reviews)
"Really great stay, spotlessly clean, Great stay."
Australia
Angela
The price is RM554
RM638 total
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Sudima Christchurch City
Reception

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (291 reviews)
"Parking was super easy and view was beautiful. Staff was very nice, hotel clean. It was quite pricy, but the rooms were very nice! Best pillows!!!"
United States
Lori
The price is RM1,399
RM1,609 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
Property grounds

Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
5.0 star property
Arrowtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (759 reviews)
"Incredible place, very peaceful, great service and epic food"
United Kingdom
Muhammad
The price is RM989
RM1,138 total
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Millbrook Resort
View from property

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,533 reviews)
"Happy with our stay"
Australia
Susan
The price is RM508
RM584 total
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Exterior

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Kawarau Falls
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Breakfast is lovely "
Australia
Karina
The price is RM496
RM570 total
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Interior entrance

The Mayfair

The Mayfair
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (310 reviews)
"Great hotel and a nice little walk into town "
United Kingdom
Debbie
The price is RM547
RM629 total
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
The Mayfair
Exterior

The George Christchurch

The George Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (644 reviews)
"Beautiful, comfy hotel to stay, recovering well from our long trip fatigue. Cozy and spacious room that we wanted to stay longer. Sparkling clean everywhere."
United States
Tomoko
The price is RM860
RM989 total
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
The George Christchurch
Interior

Poshtel

Poshtel
5.0 star property
Oamaru
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (396 reviews)
"Parking was excellent and room very clean, staff very friendly and breakfast was ok!"
United Kingdom
Peter
The price is RM400
RM460 total
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Poshtel
Daily buffet breakfast (NZD 45 per person)

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Attentive staff, great views of the lake, great location. Would definitely stay here again."
United States
michael
The price is RM634
RM730 total
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
Outdoor dining

Haka House Wanaka

Haka House Wanaka
5.0 star property
Wanaka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (252 reviews)
"Strategic location, near to town & lake"
United States
Phey See
The price is RM302
RM348 total
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Haka House Wanaka
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Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

24 Frankton Road Queenstown
The price is RM479 per night from 23 May to 24 May
RM479
RM550 total
23 May - 24 May
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Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

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Stay in Luxury: 5 Star Hotels in South Island

There's nothing wrong with enjoying the finer things in life. Indulge your every desire on your upcoming leisure time. Treat yourself with a stay in a 5-star hotel during your South Island trip. You'll join the multitudes of holidaymakers who have made South Island so fashionable recently. You can also expect excellent customer service from these hotels, so get ready to kick back and indulge. Don't wait any longer. Reserve one of our 5-star hotels in South Island and indulge in the finer things in life for a while.

5-Star Hotels in South Island

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best 5-star hotels in South Island?
Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa is a top pick for Expedia customers. The Spire Hotel Queenstown and Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery also earn stellar reviews from our travellers. All located in Queenstown, South Island, these 5-star hotels will give you the luxury experience from the instant you enter the lobby.
How much does it cost to stay in a 5-star hotel in South Island?
There are various pricing options for a 5-star hotel in South Island on Expedia. The amount you pay will depend on when you want to travel, trip length and other factors. Compare all of the available properties for your preferred dates and make use of our pricing and other filters to lock in the ideal high-end stay.

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What makes a hotel 5 stars in South Island?
In South Island, a hotel must provide a certain level of high-end amenities to earn 5 stars. These may include on-site gyms, spas and saunas, gourmet restaurants, premium bedding, complimentary luxury toiletries and more. What also sets 5-star hotels apart is their exceptional standard of service. You can look forward to things like nightly turn-down services, concierge services and in-room massages. Some may also offer additional touches like a welcome gift.