South Island

Travel Guide

Queenstown showing a river or creek and boating
Kawarau Suspension Bridge which includes a sporting event, a bridge and a gorge or canyon
Bob\'s Peak showing views, general coastal views and mountains
South Island which includes land animals and mountains
South Island featuring boating, a river or creek and a gorge or canyon

Where to stay in South Island

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.

Queenstown City Centre
New Regent Street featuring railway items and outdoor eating as well as a small group of people

Christchurch City Centre

4.5/5(344 area reviews)

Christchurch City Centre is a destination visitors seek out for is abundant dining options, interesting museums, and colorful gardens. You might want to check out attractions like Christchurch Art Gallery or Cathedral Square while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Christchurch City Centre
Dunedin featuring a park, heritage elements and a pond

Dunedin City Centre

4.5/5(89 area reviews)

Travelers come to Dunedin City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like First Church of Otago and Grand Casino while you're in town.

Dunedin City Centre
Frankton featuring a small town or village, forests and mountains

Frankton

4/5(42 area reviews)

Frankton is known for its lake views, and you can plan a trip to Queenstown Event Centre and Lake Wakatipu while you're in town.

Frankton
International Antarctic Centre showing interior views

Christchurch Airport

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Christchurch Airport and surrounding area, you can visit International Antarctic Centre and Harewood Golf Club.

Christchurch Airport
Nelson - Tasman

Nelson City Centre

4.5/5(24 area reviews)

Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nelson Provincial Museum and Christ Church Cathedral.

Nelson City Centre
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
4 out of 5
16 - 18 Mountain Ash Drive, Remarkables Park, Queenstown
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 501 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
AED 501
AED 576 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 4-star ski aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a ski shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,087 reviews)
"Good but limited parking was a bit of a hassle."

Reviewed on 28 February 2025

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
CNR STANLEY AND SYDNEY STREET, Queenstown
The price is AED 667 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
AED 667
AED 767 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay in Queenstown. The building is really well built, with comfortable beds and good insulation against noise. The room was very quiet and clean, and the free breakfast had a good variety. The panoramic window upgrade was worth it for the great views! We’d be happy to stay ..."

Reviewed on 27 February 2025

Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown, an IHG Hotel
Pinewood Queenstown
Pinewood Queenstown
3 out of 5
48 Hamilton Road, Queenstown
The price is AED 233 per night from Mar 24 to Mar 25
AED 233
AED 267 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Stay at this 3-star lodge in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.4/10 Good! (523 reviews)
"Great location for staying in Queenstown. We were able to easily walk downtown in less than ten minutes, but still have our private lodge when we were done for the day. We appreciated the private kitchen and on site shared laundry facilities. The bathroom sink was kind of small, and the water pressure ..."

Reviewed on 25 February 2025

Pinewood Queenstown
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La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
4 out of 5
16 - 18 Mountain Ash Drive, Remarkables Park, Queenstown
Stay at this 4-star ski aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a ski shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,087 reviews)
"Good but limited parking was a bit of a hassle."

Reviewed on 28 February 2025

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
5 out of 5
110 Frankton Road, Queenstown
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,287 reviews)
"Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown: A Perfect Stay in Queenstown! Our stay at Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown was nothing short of spectacular! From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm, attentive service that made us feel truly welcome. The suite was beautifully clean, well-appointed, and ..."

Reviewed on 28 February 2025

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Peppers Bluewater Resort
Peppers Bluewater Resort
4.5 out of 5
State Highway 8, Lake Tekapo
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,096 reviews)
"Great modern property with easy walking distance to the village. We had a Lakeview which was sensational."

Reviewed on 24 February 2025

Peppers Bluewater Resort
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Popular places to visit

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

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Mount Cook National Park, a lovely green space in Mount Cook. Discover the spas in this quaint area, or seek out its hiking trails.

Mount Cook National Park
South Island showing bird life

Lake Tekapo

5/5(83 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Lake Tekapo, a popular spot to commune with nature in Lake Tekapo. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.

Lake Tekapo
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
Lyttelton Harbour showing a marina, mountains and a bay or harbor

Lyttelton Harbour

4/5(52 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Christchurch with a trip to Lyttelton Harbour. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Lyttelton Harbour
Can never go wrong with New Zealand. Just a normal picture of boats but the landscape of NZ makes it stunning.

Picton Ferry Terminal

4.5/5(64 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Picton Ferry Terminal. You'll find more to see and do in this quaint area.

Picton Ferry Terminal