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Christchurch

28 three-star hotels

Lake Tekapo

12 three-star hotels

Dunedin

12 three-star hotels

Queenstown

11 three-star hotels

Te Anau

9 three-star hotels

Timaru

7 three-star hotels

Wanaka

6 three-star hotels

Kaikoura

6 three-star hotels

Greymouth

6 three-star hotels

Nelson

5 three-star hotels

Methven

5 three-star hotels

Oamaru

5 three-star hotels

Invercargill

4 three-star hotels

Fox Glacier

4 three-star hotels

Gore

4 three-star hotels

Geraldine

4 three-star hotels

The best three-star hotels in South Island

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Cardrona Hotel

Hotel in Cardrona

Cardrona Hotel features an iconic on-site restaurant and bar. You can enjoy the picturesque gardens while sipping a drink on the patio.

V
Viktoriia
From
France
Amazing atmosphere, authentic feel and delicious food at the restaurant
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,403 reviews
Price from
US$98.13
1 night, 2 adults

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

Franz Josef

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef offers a modern accommodation across three wings in the Franz Josef Glacier Village, just a10-minute drive from Franz Josef Glacier and 30-40 minutes for Fox Glacier.

N
Nian Ting
From
United States
Get a free upgrade from double room to family room. So nice! Thanks team
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,711 reviews
Price from
US$86.92
1 night, 2 adults

Andorra Motel

Geraldine

Andorra Motel is situated on 1 acre of peaceful, spacious grounds in a quiet and relaxed garden setting. Free WiFi is provided.

S
Susanne
From
South Africa
Extremely friendly and helpful staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 899 reviews
Price from
US$101.50
1 night, 2 adults

Ropatinis Bed & Breakfast

Fox Glacier

Located just 700 m from the remarkable Fox Glacier, Ropatinis Bed & Breakfast offers cozy accommodation in a well-landscaped garden appointed with outdoor activities ground and free WiFi.

S
Stephen
From
United States
This is an amazing B&B. We have traveled all over the world and I can promise that you will not find better hosts ANYWHERE. Collin and Trish went above and beyond. Breakfast was wonderful, with HOME BAKED bread and muffins. They gave us excellent ideas on things to do and exactly how to get there. Our biggest regret is that we didn't stay longer. Be sure to look at all of Collin's woodwork. Thank you, Collin and Trish.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 402 reviews
Price from
US$144.19
1 night, 2 adults

Woodland Glen Lodge B&B

Hokitika

Offering a garden and mountain view, Woodland Glen Lodge B&B is set in Hokitika, 3 km from Hokitika Beach and 42 km from Greymouth Railway Station.

s
san san
From
Brunei Darussalam
The room is very comfortable and the hosts Anne and Fraser are friendly and provided us a lot advice about Hokitika and places to visit. Information are available at reception area.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews
Price from
US$148.04
1 night, 2 adults

Patons Rock Beach Villas

Takaka

Patons Rock Beach Villas is a 3-star property located in Takaka. This villa offers air-conditioned accommodation with a patio.

D
Dee
From
New Zealand
We absolutely loved our night here. Super clean, super comfortable beds, great space, beautiful shower, loved the basin, lovely and warm with the heat pump, but the little additional bits like the spray oil and box of tissues made it. Seeing the gardens in the morning was just the icing on the cake.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews
Price from
US$109.91
1 night, 2 adults

ASURE Scenic Route Motor Lodge

Geraldine

Asure Scenic Route Motor Lodge offers self-contained, 3-star accommodation just 5 minutes' walk from the scenic Geraldine Town Centre. Guests enjoy free parking and free WiFi.

S
SHIRLEY
From
Australia
Very clean and comfortable room for an overnight stay. Friendly staff. Lovely little town.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 573 reviews
Price from
US$97.15
1 night, 2 adults

Esplanade Motels

Gore

Esplanade Motels offer modern and spacious accommodation with full kitchen facilities, just 3 minutes’ drive from Gore town centre.

R
Rostam Novák
From
Czech Republic
We made deal to latter, hostess is very kind and friendly. Apartment has great equipment. All is clean and fine. Lady tum on heat, before we arrive.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 310 reviews
Price from
US$100.93
1 night, 2 adults

Designer Cottage

Sydenham, Christchurch

In the Sydenham district of Christchurch, close to Academy Of New Zealand, Designer Cottage has a garden and a washing machine.

A
Alexander
From
Germany
The Cottage is a lovely and cosy place where you're warmly welcomed. If you love jam then you will definitely enjoy the breakfast with many different kinds, as well as cereals, fruit and toast. Different kinds of coffee will be prepared just for you. Apart from having good chats around the house my girlfriend could also have her breakfast in our room when she unfortunately got sick after our flight to New Zealand, which was great. We would come back any time if we're about to return to Christchurch!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 570 reviews
Price from
US$94.77
1 night, 2 adults

Arcadian Motel

Musselburgh, Dunedin

Arcadian Motel is located in a quiet area of Dunedin, just 7 minutes’ drive from the city centre. Free WiFi and free car parking are included.

M
Michael
From
Australia
Owners Lauren & Peter were very welcoming - very helpful with directions to tourist sites & shopping. The accomodation was spotless - it was recently renovated - new carpet, stove, sink, fridge with freezer, microwave - beautiful new bathroom. Roomy - comfortable bed- electric blankets. Well located - quick to city centre- quiet & peaceful - a few minutes walk to shops including bakery, terrific Indian restaurant, cafe, convenience store, takeaways & pharmacy. Spacious parking in front of each unit.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
US$96.73
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: US$159.81
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,413 reviews
Easy check in, very accommodating in allowing an early check in also. The room was spacious and comfortable, the bed comfortable. Excellent location for the city centre and breakfast was good.
Guest review by
Beth
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$112.15
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 259 reviews
Great location, walking distance to the city center, museum, mall and restaurants.
Guest review by
Carolina
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$93.08
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 567 reviews
excellent clean motel. walking distance to everything. So very very close to the hot pools. Budget friendly motel. Our second stay here as we love the location and its family budget friendly. Super friendly welcome and warm rooms.
Guest review by
Holly
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$212.86
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,057 reviews
Great location for work in the city centre
Guest review by
DOUG
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$89.72
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,756 reviews
Location was relativity close to the city centre, good size room, lots of parking. Sky TV option. Heating was okay, downside was it’s on a 2 hr timer so room goes cold often.
Guest review by
Kylie
Group
Avg. price/night: US$67.29
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,539 reviews
Good location close to city center
Guest review by
Christie
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$96.45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,913 reviews
Fantastic accomodation for a limited budget. The unit is very cozy, the managers were friendly and very accomodating. Great value for money. Good location, can walk around picton easily. Park is only a couple of minutes away. Great food locations nearby and a supermarket right next door.
Guest review by
Shardia
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$98.13
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 979 reviews
Great location and a good price. Warm and plenty of space.
Guest review by
Rebekah
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$89.72
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,406 reviews
we stayed in apartment 21, everything was great, we really enjoyed our stay, awesome location really close to city centre
Guest review by
TrevorH
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$83.55
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 799 reviews
The hotel is in a good location, close to eateries, shops and bars. The staff were friendly. It's a budget hotel, however the room was fine, and the bed was comfortable. Bathroom was functional. The hotel's parking included unlimited entry and exit.
Guest review by
Nicholas
Solo traveller