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Top South Island 5 Star Hotels

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Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo

5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (360)
"STUNNING location, stunning views. Great friendly staff. Clean room. Great vibes"
Australia
Krish
The price is 6.866.004 ₫
7.895.905 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Property amenity
LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch

5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1010)
"Easy and cheap to get a room to stay for the night! Quite nice to stay at. "
Australia
Kaila
The price is 2.182.694 ₫
2.510.098 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
LyLo Christchurch
Reception
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (282)
"Beautiful designed and well kept hotel right downtown "
Australia
JH
The price is 3.931.464 ₫
4.521.184 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
The Observatory Hotel Christchurch
Front of property
Quest on Kilmore

Quest on Kilmore

5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (171)
"Perfect place to stay, excellent facilities "
Australia
Marilyn
The price is 2.997.892 ₫
3.447.591 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Quest on Kilmore
Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

5.0 star property
Queenstown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Beautiful hotel in a great location. "
United States
Sean
The price is 8.019.127 ₫
9.222.004 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments
Breakfast and dinner served
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
Kawarau Falls
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1010)
"Great place to stay, fantastic rooms and awesome views. "
Australia
Ash
The price is 4.595.342 ₫
5.284.643 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Porch
Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter

5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (409)
"Large room, really great value for money"
Australia
Fiona
The price is 1.075.192 ₫
1.236.471 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Bealey Quarter
Deluxe Twin | In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds
Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

5.0 star property
Kaikoura
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (443)
"Location, toiletries, staff, spacious rooms with nice views"
Australia
Niall
The price is 2.368.865 ₫
2.724.195 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Sudima Kaikoura
View from property
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

5.0 star property
Queenstown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1439)
"Staff was very friendly and helpful. Great location to food and entertainment. "
United States
Rebecca
The price is 3.712.630 ₫
4.269.525 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City

5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (499)
"Nice and central, friendly staff, well appointed room."
Australia
Martin
The price is 2.905.736 ₫
3.341.597 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Sudima Christchurch City
House - 4 Bedrooms | Private kitchen
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

5.0 star property
Papanui
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (932)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Matthew
The price is 1.748.665 ₫
2.010.965 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (245)
"A lovely location with top quality facilities. Friendly staff and convenient for the attractions and restaurants."
United Kingdom
Stephen
The price is 9.832.892 ₫
11.307.901 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
Property entrance
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5.0 star property
Blenheim CBD
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1011)
"Great location in town, close walk to shops and restaurants. Good amenities, lovely restaurant onsite, pool, gym, parking. Very friendly staff and lovely comfortable room."
United Kingdom
john
The price is 1.890.449 ₫
2.174.016 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Terrace/patio
LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown

5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (691)
"Convenient location, easy check in, and clean and modern"
Australia
Sian
The price is 2.967.334 ₫
3.412.434 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
LyLo Queenstown
Exterior
Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

5.0 star property
Te Anau
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (770)
"Great clean amenities, comfortable bed"
Australia
David
The price is 3.828.158 ₫
4.402.382 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau
Top of House - King | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds
The Mayfair

The Mayfair

5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (261)
"Great stay!"
United States
Kelsie
The price is 4.452.400 ₫
5.120.260 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
The Mayfair
Property grounds
Millbrook Resort

Millbrook Resort

5.0 star property
Arrowtown
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (736)
"Stunning relaxing vistas of surrounding mountains. Streams, wildlife and quaint village feel but still so peaceful."
Australia
Kevin
The price is 8.139.425 ₫
9.360.346 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Millbrook Resort
Bar (on property)
QT Queenstown

QT Queenstown

5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (982)
"Excelent hotel with beautiful views"
United States
Stanley
The price is 6.013.989 ₫
6.916.087 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
QT Queenstown
Front of property – evening/night
Fable Dunedin

Fable Dunedin

5.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (483)
"Excellent Staff and service. Hotel was top notch. "
Australia
Steve
The price is 2.835.673 ₫
3.261.024 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Fable Dunedin
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery

5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Very nice hotel"
United States
Kevin
The price is 5.475.080 ₫
6.296.342 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Hotel St Moritz, Queenstown - MGallery
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Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

123 Princes Street Dunedin
The price is 2.244.908 ₫ per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
2.244.908 ₫
2.581.644 ₫ total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
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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.
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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.

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