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Top South Island 5 Star Hotels

LyLo Christchurch
Property amenity

LyLo Christchurch

5.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Great place to stay when catching an early flight :)"
The price is 1.799.012 ₫
2.068.888 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 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, (1358)
"Nice unit, spacious and well appointed. "
The price is 4.207.861 ₫
4.839.040 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Restaurant

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Great place very quiet and great facilities"
The price is 5.382.599 ₫
6.190.005 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 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, (388)
"Great hotel would stay again "
The price is 2.105.551 ₫
2.421.384 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Sudima Kaikoura
Sudima Christchurch City
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Sudima Christchurch City

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (432)
"Not a 5-star hotel and average breakfast but service was amazing and it is very cozy. "
The price is 2.885.385 ₫
3.318.193 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Sudima Christchurch City
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

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 6.373.875 ₫
7.329.956 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
The Mayfair
Top of House - King | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

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 5.078.405 ₫
5.840.166 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
The Mayfair
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Lounge

Haka House Lake Tekapo

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (308)
"Very nice place to stay."
The price is 3.388.087 ₫
3.896.300 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jul - 12 Jul
Haka House Lake Tekapo
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
Reception

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (252)
"A beautiful hotel in a great location. A great coffee shop right in the former university complex, art, music, and across from the botanical gardens. "
The price is 3.021.306 ₫
3.474.589 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
QT Queenstown
Bar (on property)

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 6.478.602 ₫
7.450.376 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jul - 12 Jul
QT Queenstown
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Property entrance

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"The staff are so friendly and helpful "
The price is 1.572.767 ₫
1.808.690 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
The George Christchurch
Exterior

The George Christchurch

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (602)
"Good staff and service! "
The price is 4.125.083 ₫
4.743.845 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
The George Christchurch
LyLo Queenstown
Terrace/patio

LyLo Queenstown

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (658)
"A pretty cool place that’s like an upscale-ish backpackers hostel. Best thing is it’s location which is right smack in the main centre! Only downside is parking—you either book their parking for a fee, or park in the paid public parking right across the hostel. Not a problem overnight coz free parking from 6am-8am. Also, the only heating available are oil heaters, which unfortunately isn’t quite enough. But overall, a great accessible and convenient place."
The price is 3.091.743 ₫
3.555.504 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
LyLo Queenstown
Fable Dunedin
Front of property – evening/night

Fable Dunedin

5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (450)
"Great location & the room was very nice"
The price is 3.302.826 ₫
3.798.250 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Fable Dunedin
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
Exterior

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 6.081.394 ₫
6.993.603 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Outdoor pool

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 1.655.552 ₫
1.903.885 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
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 4.814.897 ₫
5.537.131 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Legacy Te Waonui Hotel Franz Josef
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
Indoor pool

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 1.415.497 ₫
1.627.822 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
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, (1001)
"Fantastic hotel with excellent service and friendly staff"
The price is 6.999.949 ₫
8.049.941 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Fino Hotel and Suites
Terrace/patio

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"
Fino Hotel and Suites
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Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown by IHG

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The price is 4.456.194 ₫ per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
4.456.194 ₫
5.124.623 ₫ total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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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.