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Our top choices for South Island 3-star hotels

A wooden deck with tables and chairs overlooking a lake and mountains.
A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, wooden seating, and a large window.
A wooden building with a sign reading "JACK RABBIT" and a rainbow in the background.
A couple standing by a lake with mountains in the background.

1. The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel
Lake Tekapo
Australia
Kim
₹9,013
₹10,467 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
The Godley Hotel
A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and a visible restaurant named 'Accor Live Limitless'.
A modern bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles. Tables with chairs are arranged in the dining area.
A modern conference room with a long table, black chairs, a projector screen, and a large plant wall.
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a window with a view, and a bedside table with a lamp.

2. BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Christchurch City Centre
United Kingdom
Emma
₹4,069
₹4,680 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
A modern building with multiple floors, outdoor seating area, and decorative metal panels.
A large hall with a triangular stained glass window, wooden chairs, and tables arranged for an event.
A balcony with two yellow chairs and a table, overlooking a cityscape with historic buildings and modern high-rises.
A beach with a wooden structure on the sand, a pier in the background, and footprints leading to the water.

3. Hotel Give

Hotel Give
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
David
₹3,996
₹4,596 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Hotel Give
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a wardrobe, and an air conditioning unit.
A patio with a table and chairs, a sliding glass door, and a wooden pergola.
A bar area with stools, a counter, and a refrigerator stocked with bottles.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a faucet, and a backsplash with a mosaic tile pattern.

4. Airport Gateway Christchurch

Airport Gateway Christchurch
Burnside
Australia
Elna
₹6,568
₹7,605 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Airport Gateway Christchurch
A lodge named Pinewood with a two-story building, a covered entrance, and a parking area with cars.
A modern building with a black exterior, a number '10' on the side, and a visible entrance.
A modern living room with a dark sofa, a coffee table with magazines, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A neatly made bed with a heart-shaped towel arrangement, a window with blinds, and a view of a snowy landscape.

5. Pinewood Queenstown

Pinewood Queenstown
Boydtown
Australia
Karankumar
₹5,883
₹6,766 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Pinewood Queenstown
A view through a window of a mountainous landscape with a lake, trees, and buildings in the foreground.
A reception desk with a modern design, featuring a dark base and a light countertop. There are three pendant lights hanging above the desk, and a vase with flowers on the left side.
A restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, large windows with a view of the outdoors, and a mix of indoor and outdoor seating areas.
A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a pillow, and a bedside table with a lamp.

6. Wanaka Hotel

Wanaka Hotel
Wanaka
Australia
Merran
Wanaka Hotel
A hot tub on a wooden deck with a scenic mountain view in the background.
A sign for Archway Motels & Chalets with a mountain backdrop.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV. It features wooden walls and a large window with curtains.
A hotel room with two beds, a marble table, a wooden wall panel, a small sink, and a mirror.

7. Archway Motel & Chalets

Archway Motel & Chalets
Wanaka
Australia
Wayne
₹12,154
₹13,977 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Archway Motel & Chalets
A covered balcony with a view of a lake and mountains.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a potted plant, and a shower area.
A lakeside view with a picnic area, a sign for 'Lakeview Resort', and mountains in the background.
A building with a white exterior and a metal roof, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and various shrubs.

8. Lakeside Motel & Apartments

Lakeside Motel & Apartments
Te Anau
Australia
Jared
₹10,312
₹11,976 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Lakeside Motel & Apartments
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a TV, a window with curtains, and a shelf with toiletries.
A hotel named 'Fiordland' with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent sign and a unique roof structure.
A spacious dining area with a wooden ceiling, a buffet setup, and a table with a vase of red berries.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk with a kettle, and a view of the outdoors.

9. Fiordland Hotel

Fiordland Hotel
Te Anau
Australia
Anthony
₹6,301
₹7,246 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Fiordland Hotel
A covered outdoor seating area with a glass door leading to a grassy yard.
A kitchen with a gas stove, oven, and a window overlooking greenery.
A small, single-story building with a sloped roof, a large sliding glass door, and a small porch area.
A restaurant interior with stone walls, a wooden table, and black chairs.

10. Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park

Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park
Twizel
Australia
Mónica Mariana
₹4,048
₹4,668 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park
A hotel lobby with a large glass door, a potted plant, a leather chair, and a tripod outside.
A reception area with a counter, seating, and a view of the dining area.
A reception area with a large arched doorway, a reception desk, and a seating area with red chairs.
A cozy lounge area with a stone wall, a fireplace, red leather sofas, and a bar with stools.

11. The Village Inn Hotel

The Village Inn Hotel
Te Anau
Australia
Ross
₹6,849
₹7,876 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
The Village Inn Hotel
A modern interior with a bar area, large potted plants, and a view through large windows.
A modern building with large windows, a prominent sign, and a mix of architectural styles.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small armchair, a bedside table, and a floor lamp.

12. Drifter Christchurch

Drifter Christchurch
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
Andrew
₹7,312
₹8,466 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Drifter Christchurch
A hotel with a central building and a smaller annex.
A bar area with a blue and pink color scheme, multiple TVs displaying 'Strike Bowl', and bar stools.
A restaurant with a blue and white color scheme, featuring a counter with a digital screen, wicker chairs, and a carpeted floor.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk with a telephone, and a TV screen displaying the hotel name.

13. Swiss-Belresort Coronet Peak

Swiss-Belresort Coronet Peak
Arthur's Point
Australia
Rossi
₹10,844
₹12,612 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Swiss-Belresort Coronet Peak
A woman lying on a bed reading a book in a room with a large window and a view of greenery outside.
A modern hotel lobby with a bar, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the city.
A hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with a view of the mountains, and a dining area with outdoor seating.
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a blue sofa and a small table.

14. The Hotel Nelson

The Hotel Nelson
Nelson South
Australia
Andrew
₹5,049
₹5,929 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
The Hotel Nelson
A balcony with a view of the ocean and a stop sign.
A living room with a large window overlooking a beach, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the ocean.
A modern building with large windows and a sign for Pier 24 restaurant & bar.
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a view of the sea, and a balcony.

15. Hotel St Clair

Hotel St Clair
St. Clair
Australia
Sarah
₹9,943
₹11,697 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Hotel St Clair
A modern, triangular room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of a lake and mountains.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, a bar, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the sea and mountains.
A row of modern buildings with grey roofs and orange accents, overlooking a mountainous landscape and a body of water.

16. Heartland Hotel Queenstown

Heartland Hotel Queenstown
Queenstown City Centre
Australia
emmanuel
₹11,719
₹13,495 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Heartland Hotel Queenstown
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a painting, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern, well-lit living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen in the background.
A sign for Alpine Motel with a mountain backdrop.
A picnic area with tables and chairs, a barbecue grill, and a small building with a sloped roof.

17. Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
Wanaka
Australia
maureen
₹12,405
₹14,343 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Alpine Motel
A modern restaurant interior with tables and chairs, a neon sign, and abstract wall art.
A bar area with multiple seating options, a well-stocked liquor shelf, and a visible exit sign.
A modern hotel with a large mural, a clock tower, and a street with cars.

18. ibis Christchurch

ibis Christchurch
Christchurch City Centre
Australia
Carlene
₹7,972
₹9,168 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
ibis Christchurch
A balcony with a glass railing overlooking the sea, two pine trees, and a white table with chairs.
A spacious living room with a large window, a sofa, a wooden table, and a television mounted on the wall.
An aerial view of a coastal town with a beach, residential buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a stove. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a view of trees through large windows.

19. Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Kaikoura
Australia
Heather
₹7,619
₹8,823 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
A modern cafe interior with wooden tables and chairs, a coffee bar, and shelves with decorative items.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, two armchairs, a small round table, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A modern kitchen with grey cabinetry, a dishwasher, and a kettle on the counter.
A modern hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a large painting on the wall.

20. Golden Hotel

Golden Hotel
Riccarton
Australia
Hor yan
₹5,955
₹6,901 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Golden Hotel
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The Godley Hotel

8/10 Good
"Very centrally located, great views. Staff helpful. Id stay there without looking anywhere else next time. Make sure you get a lake view room for your wellness!"
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What are the best 3-star hotels in South Island?
You'll discover a range of 3-star hotels around South Island. Our guests recommend staying at YHA Queenstown Central - Hostel in Queenstown. It comes with a lake view and a nearby beach, and is roughly 0.16 kilometres southwest of downtown. The Lofts Apartments is also popular. Around 0.16 kilometres southwest of the centre of Queenstown, it offers first-run movie services and private winery tours.
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