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Our top choices for South Island 3-star hotels

1. The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel
Lake Tekapo
Australia
Kim
SAR 373
SAR 430 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
The Godley Hotel

2. BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Christchurch City Centre
United Kingdom
Emma
SAR 169
SAR 194 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3. Hotel Give

Hotel Give
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
David
SAR 157
SAR 180 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sep - 16 Sep
Hotel Give

4. Airport Gateway Christchurch

Airport Gateway Christchurch
Burnside
Australia
Elna
SAR 247
SAR 288 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sep - 26 Sep
Airport Gateway Christchurch

5. Pinewood Queenstown

Pinewood Queenstown
Boydtown
Australia
Karankumar
SAR 218
SAR 253 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Pinewood Queenstown

6. Wanaka Hotel

Wanaka Hotel
Wanaka
Australia
Merran
Wanaka Hotel

7. Archway Motel & Chalets

Archway Motel & Chalets
Wanaka
Australia
Wayne
SAR 444
SAR 510 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sep - 13 Sep
Archway Motel & Chalets

8. Lakeside Motel & Apartments

Lakeside Motel & Apartments
Te Anau
Australia
Jared
SAR 400
SAR 466 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
Lakeside Motel & Apartments

9. Fiordland Hotel

Fiordland Hotel
Te Anau
Australia
Anthony
SAR 247
SAR 284 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sep - 26 Sep
Fiordland Hotel

10. Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park

Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park
Twizel
Australia
Mónica Mariana
SAR 162
SAR 186 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park

11. The Village Inn Hotel

The Village Inn Hotel
Te Anau
Australia
Ross
SAR 269
SAR 309 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sep - 26 Sep
The Village Inn Hotel

12. Drifter Christchurch

Drifter Christchurch
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
Andrew
SAR 273
SAR 314 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
Drifter Christchurch

13. Swiss-Belresort Coronet Peak

Swiss-Belresort Coronet Peak
Arthur's Point
Australia
Rossi
SAR 400
SAR 470 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sep - 18 Sep
Swiss-Belresort Coronet Peak

14. The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
Nelson South
Australia
Andrew
SAR 205
SAR 240 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
The Hotel Nelson

15. Hotel St Clair

Hotel St Clair
St. Clair
Australia
Sarah
SAR 370
SAR 433 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Sep - 27 Sep
Hotel St Clair

16. Heartland Hotel Queenstown

Heartland Hotel Queenstown
Queenstown City Centre
Australia
emmanuel
SAR 464
SAR 534 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sep - 16 Sep
Heartland Hotel Queenstown

17. Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
Wanaka
Australia
maureen
SAR 440
SAR 512 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
Alpine Motel

18. ibis Christchurch

ibis Christchurch
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
Carlene
SAR 301
SAR 347 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
ibis Christchurch

19. Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Kaikoura
Australia
Heather
SAR 302
SAR 349 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sep - 15 Sep
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

20. Golden Hotel

Golden Hotel
Riccarton
Australia
Hor yan
SAR 247
SAR 284 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
Golden Hotel
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Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport

550 Memorial Avenue Christchurch
SAR 487
SAR 561 total
14 Sep - 15 Sep
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,174 reviews)
Sudima Christchurch Airport
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

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SAR 420
SAR 483 total
19 Sep - 20 Sep
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,639 reviews)
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Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

24 Frankton Road Queenstown
SAR 601
SAR 691 total
14 Sep - 15 Sep
includes taxes & fees
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
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The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel

8/10 Good
"Very centrally located, great views. Staff helpful. Id stay there without looking anywhere else next time. Make sure you get a lake view room for your wellness!"
Glyn 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Godley Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in South Island?
Based on reviews by Expedia customers, YHA Queenstown Central - Hostel is one of the best 3-star hotels in Queenstown, South Island. It features a lake view and free WiFi, and is around 0.16 kilometers southwest of the center. Guests also highly recommend The Lofts Apartments, about 0.16 kilometers southwest of downtown. Individually decorated rooms and private winery tours help make it a sought-after city escape.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in South Island?
Relaxation is easy to find in 3-star hotels in South Island. Alongside comfortable surroundings, these lower-priced lodgings include plenty of welcome amenities like complimentary WiFi, coffee and tea maker and gym equipment. A 4-star hotel offers a classier experience with superior features such as a wellness center, swimming pool and larger rooms. Regardless of your preferred hotel style or what you want to spend, we have what you're looking for.