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LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch

5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road, Burnside, Christchurch
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $137 per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
CA $137
CA $158 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star eco-certified hostel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
The room was small and clean and the shower was good.It would have been nice to have a shelf in the bathroom and possibly a small table.

Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025

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Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo

5 out of 5
5 Motuariki Lane Lake Tekapo Canterbury
The price is CA $362 per night from Dec 13 to Dec 14
CA $362
CA $417 total
Dec 13 - Dec 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Tekapo Springs and Maclaren Footbridge are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (350 reviews)
STUNNING location, stunning views. Great friendly staff. Clean room. Great vibes

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025

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The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

5 out of 5
9 Hereford Street Christchurch Christchurch Canterbury
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $207 per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
CA $207
CA $238 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (279 reviews)
This hotel was a highlight, absolutely beautiful, interesting, central, super clean, loved it. The rooms and staff were amazing and certainly made a Christchurch stay worth it.

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025

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Quest on Kilmore

Quest on Kilmore

5 out of 5
93 Kimore Street, Christchurch
The price is CA $127 per night from Dec 16 to Dec 17
CA $127
CA $149 total
Dec 16 - Dec 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury apartment in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Christchurch Town ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (164 reviews)
Lovely hotel, spotlessly clean and great central location. Reception staff very welcoming. Would definitely stay again. One little suggestion would be to include the wifi password on the instruction page on the tv.

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025

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Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
Kawarau Village, 79 Peninsula Road, Kawarau Falls
The price is CA $288 per night from Dec 2 to Dec 3
CA $288
CA $331 total
Dec 2 - Dec 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kawarau Falls. Enjoy a full-service spa, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
We had a great stay, location is quiet. All facilities including the room was excellent. Staff were friendly and welcoming. The Buffet breakfast spread was disappointing. Bacon and sausages were over cooked. Poor parking facilities.

Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025

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The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

The Rees Hotel and Luxury Apartments

5 out of 5
377 Frankton Road Queenstown
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $387 per night from Dec 12 to Dec 13
CA $387
CA $445 total
Dec 12 - Dec 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Amazing location. Helpful staff

Reviewed on Oct 8, 2025

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Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City

5 out of 5
47-49 Salisbury Street, Christchurch, Canterbury
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $207 per night from Dec 14 to Dec 15
CA $207
CA $238 total
Dec 14 - Dec 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (490 reviews)
Clean and well-equipped room. There is a kitchen with everything you need, we didn't get to use it. The room was really beautiful and decorated, large and comfortable beds and a luxurious pillow menu so we really enjoyed our stay at the hotel.

Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025

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Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter

5 out of 5
247 Bealey Ave Christchurch
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $62 per night from Dec 16 to Dec 17
CA $62
CA $73 total
Dec 16 - Dec 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (397 reviews)
Surprised at the noise level, stayed at many hotel/motels on Bealey Avenue and these rooms are nice and quiet. Super handy having the bar/restaurant there too! Room was very clean and comfiest bed!

Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025

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Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

5 out of 5
Esplanade, 114 Kaikoura Canterbury
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $210 per night from Dec 2 to Dec 3
CA $210
CA $241 total
Dec 2 - Dec 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (437 reviews)
Nice hotel as you would expect. Super comfy bed staff on reception helpful. 10 minute walk in to central Kaikoura.

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

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Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

5 out of 5
110 Frankton Road Queenstown
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $246 per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
CA $246
CA $288 total
Dec 15 - Dec 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,423 reviews)
Room was spotless and the location can’t be beat in this beautiful town. Staff was great.

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025

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Five Star Hotels in South Island

Looking for your own little slice of heaven during your next trip? Check out all the best 5 star hotels in South Island to make sure your trip is as extravagantly comfortable as you expect.

Whether you plan on staying in your room the whole time or getting out and enjoying the city, you’ll be living the life while staying at your luxury accommodation. With so many amenities at your beck and call, you might try to turn your stay into a staycation!

Many of the five star hotels have award-winning restaurants you can dine at, as well as plush bedding and a concierge service to take care of your every need. Most also offer pools and modern fitness centers, not to mention high-speed Wi-Fi.

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