Five Star Hotels in South Island

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Top 5 Stars Hotels in South Island

LyLo Christchurch

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"So close to the airport and so affordable. Super easy to wake up for an early flight. "
The price is S$71
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
LyLo Christchurch

Haka House Lake Tekapo

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (324)
"So clean, great facilities, amazing views of the lake and quiet "
The price is S$158
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Haka House Lake Tekapo

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (224)
"Beautiful room with a stunning view; warm and comfortable plus pristinely clean. Friendly welcoming staff Easy walking distance to lake, cafes, bars and restaurants Very highly recommended "
The price is S$411
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Staff were very friendly; service was excellent. Rooms and facilities were very clean and comfortable."
The price is S$209
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Sudima Christchurch City

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (454)
"Amazing experience with extremely courteous and attentive staff. "
The price is S$184
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Sudima Christchurch City

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1383)
"Stayed for 3 days and very good as always."
The price is S$186
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

QT Queenstown

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (957)
"Gorgeous hotel with free coffees in the morning and walking distance to the town"
The price is S$300
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
QT Queenstown

Poshtel

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (317)
"Wonderfull hotel and staff "
The price is S$120
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Poshtel

The Mayfair

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (247)
"Lovely staff. Very accommodating. Great room. Talented bar staff. Didn't stay for dinner but restaurant was filled with locals for bfast, which tells me food must be great. "
The price is S$239
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
The Mayfair

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"The room is very spacious and I felt very comfortable during my stay."
The price is S$101
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (262)
"Great boutique hotel. My only negative would be the bed could have been better"
The price is S$166
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Best place I have stayed in within New Zealand, it’s beautiful. And the staff were excellent."
The price is S$365
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

Sudima Kaikoura

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (403)
"Beautiful place to stay."
The price is S$138
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Sudima Kaikoura

LyLo Queenstown

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (670)
"I like the design of the pods, as it has sufficient space and an unique style, compared to other hostels. "
The price is S$120
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
LyLo Queenstown

Fable Dunedin

5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (458)
"Very nice amenities. We really enjoyed the complementary bottle of wine and climate control in the room, great stay!"
The price is S$155
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Fable Dunedin

Haka House Wanaka

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (224)
"Great place to stay for all"
The price is S$144
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Haka House Wanaka

The George Christchurch

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (613)
"Best place I've ever stayed in."
The price is S$246
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
The George Christchurch

Hotel Montreal

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (246)
"Amazing hotel and great staff. Biggest and most comfortable room if ever stayed in."
The price is S$228
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hotel Montreal

Fino Hotel and Suites

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (836)
"Penthouse apartment is the best, its huge. The biggest beds & very compfy."
The price is S$180
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Fino Hotel and Suites

Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (183)
"Walkable distance to taverns and local activties "
The price is S$261
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef
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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.
How much does it cost to stay in a 5-star hotel in South Island?
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What makes a hotel 5 stars in South Island?
From high-end restaurants and 24-hour fitness centres to swimming pools and superior bedding, the 5-star experience in South Island is all about comfort and luxury. But it takes more than just top-notch amenities to earn a 5-star rating. Stays also have to provide extraordinary guest-focused services like beauty treatments, on-site laundry and room service any time day or night.