What is the most popular destination in South Island?

Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular destination is Queenstown (67% of total searches to South Island). The next most popular destinations are Christchurch (21%) and Wanaka (9%). Searches for hotels in Nelson (3%) are also popular.

How much is a cheap hotel in South Island?

KAYAK users have found double rooms in South Island for as cheap as AED 114 ( Christchurch ) in the last 3 days. The average price is AED 337.

South Island Hotels: Compare Hotels in South Island from AED 458/night on KAYAK

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Latest South Island Hotel Deals

MOST POPULARQueenstown

3 stars from AED 283

4+ stars from AED 283

Christchurch

3 stars from AED 151

5+ stars from AED 158

Wanaka

3 stars from AED 198

4+ stars from AED 279

Nelson

3 stars from AED 191

4+ stars from AED 176

Arrowtown

3 stars from AED 378

4+ stars from AED 437

Dunedin

3 stars from AED 143

4+ stars from AED 147

Best South Island hotels

These are the best prices for 11-12 Jul.

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Queenstown, New Zealand

8.6Very Good(3671)

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Air conditioning

AED 990+

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Peppers Bluewater Resort Lake Tekapo

Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

7.9Good(4725)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

AED 808+

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BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

Christchurch Central City

8.0Very Good(6400)

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

Wanaka, New Zealand

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

Edgeware

Free Wi-Fi

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Dunedin CBD

8.2Very Good(1844)

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

AED 327+

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Novotel Christchurch Airport

Christchurch, New Zealand

Air conditioning

Christchurch, New Zealand

8.1Very Good(7513)

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

AED 281+

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Lakes Edge Lodge

Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

7.9Good(2231)

AED 384+

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The Hermitage Hotel Mt Cook

Aoraki / Mount Cook, New Zealand

8.4Very Good(3911)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

AED 1,465+

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Oakridge Resort Lake Wanaka

Wanaka, New Zealand

8.0Very Good(1213)

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Pool

Air conditioning

AED 623+

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Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

Burnside

8.7Very Good(5996)

Parking

Airport shuttle

Free Wi-Fi

Pet-friendly

AED 317+

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Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights for hotels in South Island

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in South Island with confidence.

How much is a hotel in South Island for tonight?

The best deal for a 3-star hotel room in South Island found by KAYAK users in the last 3 days was AED 66, while a 4-star hotel the lowest price was AED 197. The cheapest room found overall was for AED 50.

How much is a hotel in South Island for this weekend?

The cheapest hotel room in South Island for the upcoming weekend found on KAYAK in the last 3 days was for AED 41 per night. For the same dates, 3-star hotel rooms have been found for as low as AED 75 per night and 4-star hotel rooms from AED 223 per night.

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4 stars and above

3 stars

2 stars and below

Average price (weeknight)	AED 857
Average price (weekend night)	AED 706

Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.

Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest 3-star hotel room in South Island found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was AED 173, while the most expensive was AED 173.
How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in South Island for 9 days.

What is the most popular destination in South Island?
Based on KAYAK hotel searches, the most popular destination is Queenstown (67% of total searches to South Island). The next most popular destinations are Christchurch (21%) and Wanaka (9%). Searches for hotels in Nelson (3%) are also popular.
How much is a cheap hotel in South Island?
KAYAK users have found double rooms in South Island for as cheap as AED 114 (Christchurch) in the last 3 days. The average price is AED 337.