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Shared kitchen facilities

LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Good stay at a resonable price ideal if you have an early morning flight short walk to terminal "
Australia
john
The price is S$85
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
LyLo Christchurch
Terrace/patio

Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (541 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay"
Australia
Akarshit
The price is S$69
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Bealey Quarter
Beach/ocean view

Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (582 reviews)
"Nice place to stay."
Australia
Peter
The price is S$112
includes taxes & fees
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Sudima Kaikoura
Front of property

Quest on Kilmore

Quest on Kilmore
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (288 reviews)
"Very clean and friendly service all employees were happy and smiling well run hotel "
Canada
Rob
The price is S$124
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Quest on Kilmore
Terrace/patio

LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (748 reviews)
"Clean room, great staffs, convenient location for tours."
United States
Eiichi
The price is S$98
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May
LyLo Queenstown
Lounge

Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (422 reviews)
"Close to the Night Sky Project and great view of the lake."
United States
Steven
The price is S$148
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Haka House Lake Tekapo
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 S$309
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
QT Queenstown
Interior entrance

The Mayfair

The Mayfair
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (313 reviews)
"Great hotel and a nice little walk into town "
United Kingdom
Debbie
The price is S$185
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
The Mayfair
Exterior

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Kawarau Falls
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"I really enjoyed my stay at the Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa. Brilliant location, right on the lake, and close to the airport, which was great for me. Beautifully maintained rooms, brilliant views of the lake and the mountains, great ammenities, great food, great staff! I'll be booking my next stay in Queenstown here again. I didn't dine in the restaurant or cafe downstairs, but did order room service several times, and the service and the meals were fantastic. Best Caesar salad and...
Australia
Scott
The price is S$185
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
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)
"Great room, wonderful restaurant and so convenient!"
United States
Daniel
The price is S$326
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Property entrance

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
5.0 star property
Blenheim CBD
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"I thoroughly enjoyed my stay here from the most comfortable bed I have ever slept in to the top notch gourmet restaurant and wonderful staff. "
Australia
Ingrid
The price is S$100
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Lobby lounge

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (336 reviews)
"Great hotel, walking distance to many attractions. The rooms are very nice. An excellent stay! "
United States
Pamela
The price is S$163
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
Exterior

The George Christchurch

The George Christchurch
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (649 reviews)
"Convenient location, walking distance to down town. Friendly staff, rooms clean and comfortable."
United States
lorraine
The price is S$246
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
The George 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, (605 reviews)
"Really great stay, spotlessly clean, Great stay."
Australia
Angela
The price is S$156
includes taxes & fees
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Sudima Christchurch City
Reception

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (293 reviews)
"Perfect accommodation, fabulous view would definitely return"
United Kingdom
Oriel
The price is S$443
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
Property grounds

Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort
5.0 star property
Arrowtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (762 reviews)
"Stunning place to stay my room was so cosy and the bed was so comfortable. The food was amazing the whole place was great. Just beautiful. "
Australia
Marie
The price is S$367
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Millbrook Resort
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

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)
"Great stay. "
Australia
Tristan
The price is S$247
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Fable Dunedin

Fable Dunedin
5.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (550 reviews)
"Great stay, room was pretty tight for space but otherwise fantastic "
Australia
Hayley
The price is S$136
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Fable Dunedin
Interior

Poshtel

Poshtel
5.0 star property
Oamaru
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (405 reviews)
"Highly recommend to stay here awesome staff really nice/clean room and close walking distance to old town and pubs"
Australia
Duncan
The price is S$140
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Poshtel
Private kitchen

West Fitzroy Apartments

West Fitzroy Apartments
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (310 reviews)
"Central, walking distance to great restaurants and attractions Clean , cosy and a perfect stay Thank you"
Australia
Jodi-Lyn
West Fitzroy Apartments
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LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown

10/10 Excellent
"Every thing was so lovely clean tidy well organized but was disappointed with the TV channels couldn't get them all only 2 but other wise great location a d tidy"
Christine 2-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
LyLo Queenstown

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best 5-star hotels in South Island?
According to Expedia customer reviews, Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa, The Spire Hotel Queenstown and Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery in Queenstown are some of the most popular 5-star hotels around South Island. From their prime locations to their amenities and services, everything about these luxurious stays is designed to go above and beyond.
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