Top South Island Accommodations
1. Marlborough Vintners Hotel
hotel accommodation in Marlborough
This luxurious hotel is situated in the middle of stunning Marlborough vineyards and provides the ultimate location for your business of leisure getaway.
It is the perfect destination for conferences and weddings, and all that including fantastic contemporary vineyard hotel accommodation. Here you will find delicious wine and food, stunning views and absolutely private rooms.
2. The Moorings
motel accommodation in Wanaka
Across the road you have the pristine Lake Wanaka and just a few minutes away you will find shops, cafes and restaurants. What more could you want?
But there is more. At The Moorings you get the choice of three types of accommodation: serviced studio units, two and three serviced bedroom apartments and unserviced two bedroom houses.
This gives you absolute freedom in your travels, whether you are by yourself, with friends and family or just your other half.
3. Hapuku Lodge and Tree Houses
‘Something Different’ accommodation in North Canterbury
This is definitely a unique and special accommodation option for those travelling in North Canterbury and near Kaikoura.
Set on a deer stuf farm with an olive grove, fruit orchards and vineyards this spectacular lodge offers five hotel-style suites and five luxury tree house accommodations, definitely something out there and different but you are guaranteed a great stay.
The focus of the dining here is on fresh and locally sourced seasonal and organic ingredients and all of this comes with beautiful views and surrounds.
4. Milford Sound Lodge
holiday park in Fiordland
If you have heard of Fiordland than you have most likely heard of Milford Sound, and right in this amazing place you will find Milford Sound Lodge. It is a holiday park with a difference and caters for all budgets and requirements from basic camping options to luxury riverside chalets.
The best thing is that if you stay here you will be located only five minutes from the departure point for boat cruises which take you right into the Sounds.
5. Akaroa Cottages
cottage accommodation in South Canterbury
Surrounded by New Zealand native bush and with views of Akaroa, Akaroa Cottages is a fine place to stay. Akaroa, situated on the Banks Peninsula, is an idyllic seaside village founded by French settlers.
This is the perfect place for a honeymoon stay or your special wedding or conference. You are offered luxury dwellings, great views and privacy.
6. Stewart Island Lodge
bed and breakfast accommodation in Southland
This has got to be the perfect sanctuary from the modern world. It is found on the small Stewart Island which is just off the coast of the southern point of the South Island.
The Lodge is nestled in native bush and just five minutes walk from the only village found on Stewart Island.
The grounds of the Lodge are home to many native birds and just sitting or exploring here reveals fantastic views and scenery. If you are wanting to explore the island further than the Lodge is a great place to base yourself.
The food and hospitality is, in true Stewart Island fashion, superb, and compliments the experience that is staying here.
7. Golden Lodge
hostel accommodation in Nelson and Tasman
This is one of Nelson’s finest and most luxurious hostel lodges and is situated in the best place possible. It is only 100 metres from the geographical centre of New Zealand and provides a great place to just sit and enjoy stunning Nelson sunsets.
Not only can you enjoy the sunset, but you also get great views across all of Nelson and beyond and you are only a few minutes walk from inner city shops, cafes, restaurants and theaters meaning that everything you need is at your fingertips.
8. Pacific Allure Heights
apartment accommodation in North Canterbury
The modern and self contained apartments that are offered here are stunning inside and out! Featured in these apartments are king rooms with private ensuites, TV, tea and coffee making facilities, microwave, double glazing, off-street parking and a continental breakfast which is included in the tariff.
They are a great place to relax in comfort and you even get to have your own private courtyard. All this and you are only a short walk from Kaikoura.
9. Rimu Lodge
luxury accommodation on the West Coast South
Here you will find what is the essence of luxury accommodation in New Zealand. You will be surrounded by majestic scenery and splendid native bush. All of which can be enjoyed in absolute silence, something which is missing in most modern day settings. This really is a land that time has forgotten and staying at the Rimu Lodge will ensure you are aware of that.
This is a purpose built luxury lodge situated 10 minutes drive from Hokitika, and each room has been architecturally designed to make the most of stunning views. The rooms are intimately and tastefully decorated and feature everything you need to make your stay as comfortable and relaxing as possible.
This is a perfect retreat, which will enable you to take time out and go at your own pace, surrounded by everything luxurious.
10. Waitutu Lodge
hostel accommodation in Southland
The Waitutu Lodge is a true Kiwi hostel accommodation experience and is situated on the ancient marine terraces which form the west bank of the Wairaurahiri River, and is set amongst dense virgin podocarp forest. It is just a five minute walk to the unique wild South Coast.
The Lodge provides 6 bedrooms with 22 beds, mattresses and pillows. The kitchen/dining room has gas cooking, all cooking utensils and crockery, and hot & cold running water. There are flush toilets, hot showers, bath, solar powered lighting, and an airing room. A walk-in chiller suitable for fish and game has also been installed, just check with hosts before you use it.