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Where to stay in South Island

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Queenstown Beach featuring a small town or village, a pebble beach and a lake or waterhole

Queenstown City Centre

The panoramic lake views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Queenstown City Centre. Make a stop by Skycity Queenstown Casino or Queenstown Mall while you're exploring the area.

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South Island Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown by IHG
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown by IHG
4 out of 5
CNR STANLEY AND SYDNEY STREET, Queenstown
Fully refundable
The price is NT$3,374 per night from May 9 to May 10
NT$3,374
NT$3,880 total
includes taxes & fees
May 9 - May 10
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Whole family enjoyed there experience."

Reviewed on 2025/4/21

Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown by IHG
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
4 out of 5
Corner of Earl and Marine Parade, Queenstown
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$4,324 per night from May 14 to May 15
NT$4,324
NT$4,972 total
includes taxes & fees
May 14 - May 15
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Amazing Hotel must stay
"Beautiful hotel right downtown Queenstown with stunning lake views. Highly recommended this hotel and staff was amazing and so friendly."

Reviewed on 2025/4/22

Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
4.5 out of 5
91 Fernhill Road, Queenstown
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$4,040 per night from May 1 to May 2
NT$4,040
NT$4,646 total
includes taxes & fees
May 1 - May 2
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Highly recommend this hotel. Our entire stay was amazing. Super comfy bed even though it was two beds pushed together. Views were great ! The location close to town and bus stop right outside. Would stay there again !"

Reviewed on 2025/4/23

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a South Island vacation package cost?
Starting from as low as , you can customize your South Island package. Simply bundle hotels, flights and car rentals and be rewarded with discounts.
How do I get a cheap travel package to South Island?
One of the easiest ways to save cash (and time) is to bundle your bookings with Expedia. Hotels, flights, rental cars and activities — we’ve got them all. Choose a combination that suits you and see your savings pile up. Of course, a package deal is never a one-size-fits-all. That’s why we offer more than 550 airlines and 1,000,000 properties across the globe, which lets you customize your South Island vacation.
Where should I stay in South Island?
Christchurch is a fantastic city to visit. Here, you’ll find well-known sights including Lyttelton Harbour and New Brighton Beach. Dunedin also lures many globetrotters eager to explore some of the best attractions in South Island. Some of the best are Larnach Castle and St. Clair Beach.
What are the top hotels in South Island?
For hotels in Queenstown with cozy beds and friendly service, you can’t top Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown, an IHG Hotel and Novotel Queenstown Lakeside. If you’re visiting Christchurch as well, you can look forward to a great night’s sleep at The George Christchurch or Distinction Christchurch Hotel.
How far in advance should I book my South Island vacation?
To land rock-bottom prices, book ASAP. Airlines usually release flights, along with some of the lowest fares, nearly a year ahead of time. Hotels, car rental and experiences should also be booked well in advance to avoid disappointment. If you’re in need of a last-minute getaway in South Island, there are always lots of great deals to be had on Expedia. Book something in today!
What does an Expedia South Island travel package include?
With Expedia, you can select any combination of car rentals, hotels and flights to create your ideal South Island package. Once you’ve made your booking, you can add on the fun things like day tours and activities. Don’t forget — the more you bundle, the more discounts you’ll get!
What should I know before booking a South Island travel package?
A package can be more affordable than separately booking all you need for your trip. For example, combine your hotels, flights and rental cars and score big savings. Whatever your vacation goals are, there’s sure to be a package that’s perfect for you.
Can I choose my airline with a South Island Expedia vacation package?
You sure can. We offer more than 550 partner airlines all over the world, so choose the carrier that matches your budget needs.
If I'm not able to travel, can I cancel my South Island vacation package?
Whether it’s your hotel or flight, you can cancel and rebook it. Booked your South Island vacation package in the last 24 hours? You may be able to make changes at no cost. If it’s been longer than that, you may be charged a fee by your airline, hotel or car rental company. For further information, check out our Customer Service Portal. We’ll help you every step of the way.

Discover the most popular places to visit in South Island

Milford Sound

Milford Sound

5/5(8 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Milford Sound during your travels in Fiordland National Park. Discover the area's waterfalls and glaciers.

Milford Sound
Mount Cook National Park featuring mountains, snow and tranquil scenes

Mount Cook National Park

Ski on a glacier, enjoy hot springs and tackle the peak where Sir Edmund Hillary trained for Everest in this spectacular part of New Zealand.

Mount Cook National Park
Aoraki / Mount Cook

Aoraki / Mount Cook

4.5/5(61 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Aoraki / Mount Cook and enjoy the stunning glacier views during your trip to Mount Cook. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.

Aoraki / Mount Cook
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