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Top South Island 5 Stars Hotels

LyLo Christchurch

5.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Great place to stay when catching an early flight :)"
The price is RM288
RM332 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
LyLo Christchurch

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1360)
"Fantastic View and close walking distance to town"
The price is RM615
RM707 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Great place very quiet and great facilities"
The price is RM863
RM992 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Sudima Kaikoura

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (389)
"Great hotel would stay again "
The price is RM357
RM411 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Christchurch City

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (433)
"Very nice dodo good service and food are excellent "
The price is RM544
RM626 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Sudima Christchurch City

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (220)
"Wonderful place with good views and staff"
The price is RM1,021
RM1,175 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

The Mayfair

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (244)
"Great, luxurious hotel. Staff are friendly and service is prompt. Not too far from the airport or city centre. "
The price is RM852
RM979 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
The Mayfair

Haka House Lake Tekapo

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (308)
"Very nice place to stay."
The price is RM608
RM699 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Haka House Lake Tekapo

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (253)
"This is an excellent hotel with luxurious amenities within easy walking distance to dining, culture, and all that Christchurch has to offer. The staff is first rate, good communicators and thoughtful. "
The price is RM484
RM557 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

QT Queenstown

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (950)
" amazing hotel, excellent service, good breakfast and a great view of the lake!"
The price is RM1,012
RM1,164 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
QT Queenstown

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Staff helpful friendly. Quiet. Ample parking."
The price is RM252
RM290 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

The George Christchurch

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (602)
"Good staff and service! "
The price is RM661
RM760 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
The George Christchurch

LyLo Queenstown

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (658)
"This is a hotel for backpackers. They do have private rooms for us. Great location and modern."
The price is RM495
RM570 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
LyLo Queenstown

Fable Dunedin

5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (450)
"Great location & the room was very nice"
The price is RM529
RM609 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Fable Dunedin

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"We stayed here for 4 nights and absolutely loved our stay. We were in an Alpine suite with Balcony and lake views and it was superb. "
The price is RM975
RM1,121 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1359)
"Nice spacious rooms Had everything we needed for 1 night Friendly helpful staff. "
The price is RM243
RM280 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (180)
"Beautiful hotel"
The price is RM772
RM887 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jul - 12 Jul
Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (910)
"Conveniently located and well catered for families."
The price is RM227
RM261 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Fantastic hotel with excellent service and friendly staff"
The price is RM1,122
RM1,290 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

Fino Hotel and Suites

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (833)
"Excellent place to stay with lots of character and very nice staff"
The price is RM696
RM801 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Fino Hotel and Suites
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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.