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LyLo Christchurch
Property amenity

LyLo Christchurch

5.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1006)
"Great place to stay when catching an early flight :)"
The price is SAR 222
SAR 256 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
LyLo Christchurch
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
View from property

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1365)
"Super helpful staff and great views!"
The price is SAR 524
SAR 602 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Sudima Christchurch City
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Sudima Christchurch City

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (442)
"Exceptional stay with all of the perfect amenities. Will stay again for sure. "
The price is SAR 431
SAR 496 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Sudima Christchurch City
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (222)
"Wonderful place with good views and staff"
The price is SAR 827
SAR 961 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Restaurant

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1007)
"Place was good and clean "
The price is SAR 577
SAR 663 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Sudima Kaikoura
Deluxe Twin | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Sudima Kaikoura

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (394)
"Nice comfy hotel, "
The price is SAR 335
SAR 385 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Sudima Kaikoura
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Lounge

Haka House Lake Tekapo

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (317)
"Very nice place to stay."
The price is SAR 483
SAR 555 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Property entrance

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Great place to stay. Room was well furnished, spacious and comfortable. "
The price is SAR 208
SAR 242 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
LyLo Queenstown
Terrace/patio

LyLo Queenstown

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (660)
"Very tiny and warm room. Common kitchen area was a little bit chaotic but really it did have all of your essential. The planned kitchen Reno should fix some of our issues for sure. "
The price is SAR 401
SAR 461 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
LyLo Queenstown
Fable Dunedin
Front of property - evening/night

Fable Dunedin

5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (453)
"Very nice amenities. We really enjoyed the complementary bottle of wine and climate control in the room, great stay!"
The price is SAR 423
SAR 495 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Fable Dunedin
The George Christchurch
Exterior

The George Christchurch

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (605)
"Great staff and tidy clean rooms. Easy to walk to CBD. "
The price is SAR 581
SAR 669 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
The George Christchurch
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
Reception

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (257)
"Coffee, restaurants, tram, and park right at your doorstep. "
The price is SAR 426
SAR 490 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
QT Queenstown
Bar (on property)

QT Queenstown

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (951)
" amazing hotel, excellent service, good breakfast and a great view of the lake!"
The price is SAR 855
SAR 983 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
QT Queenstown
The Mayfair
Top of House - King | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

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 SAR 855
SAR 983 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
The Mayfair
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
House - 4 Bedrooms | Private kitchen

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (911)
"Conveniently located and well catered for families."
The price is SAR 178
SAR 208 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
Daily buffet breakfast (NZD 40 per person)

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"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 SAR 857
SAR 986 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner

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 SAR 948
SAR 1,090 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Bealey Quarter
Porch

Bealey Quarter

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (376)
"Good value for money."
The price is SAR 208
SAR 239 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Bealey Quarter
Millbrook Resort
Property grounds

Millbrook Resort

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (717)
"Very good for a family of 4"
The price is SAR 1,070
SAR 1,230 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Millbrook Resort
Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef
Exterior

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (180)
"Beautiful hotel"
The price is SAR 679
SAR 781 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef
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Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport

30 Durey Road, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, NZ
The price is SAR 527 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
SAR 527
SAR 606 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best 5-star hotels in South Island?
If you're staying in the well-known city of Queenstown in South Island, Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa is a traveler favorite. Other 5-star escapes here that are rated highly by Expedia customers are The Spire Hotel Queenstown and Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery. Whichever you opt for, every aspect of your visit will be meticulously curated to provide an outstanding experience.
How much does it cost to stay in a 5-star hotel in South Island?
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