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Top hotels in Christchurch
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BreakFree on CashelBreakFree on Cashel
3-starChristchurch City Centre0.3 kilometer to city centre
Guest rating8.2.Very good1,146 Hotels.com guest reviews
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Arena MotelArena Motel
2.5-starAddington2.8 kilometers to city centre
Guest rating9.0.Superb66 Hotels.com guest reviews
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Amross Court Motor LodgeAmross Court Motor Lodge
3-starChristchurch City Centre1.3 kilometers to city centre
Guest rating9.4.Exceptional161 Hotels.com guest reviews
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Ramada Suites Christchurch CityRamada Suites Christchurch City
4-starVIPChristchurch City Centre0.7 kilometer to city centre
Guest rating8.8.Fabulous244 Hotels.com guest reviews
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Jailhouse Accommodation - HostelJailhouse Accommodation - Hostel
2-starAddington2.3 kilometers to city centre
Guest rating8.8.Fabulous84 Hotels.com guest reviews
Top hotels in Wanaka
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The MooringsThe Moorings
2.5-star0.5 kilometer to city centre
Guest rating9.0.Superb93 Hotels.com guest reviews
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Panorama CourtPanorama Court
3-star0.5 kilometer to city centre
Guest rating9.2.Superb42 Hotels.com guest reviews
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Altamont LodgeAltamont Lodge
3-star2.7 kilometers to city centre
Guest rating9.2.Superb37 Hotels.com guest reviews
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West Meadows MotelWest Meadows Motel
3.5-star2 kilometers to city centre
Guest rating9.8.Exceptional186 Hotels.com guest reviews
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Toodle's Super Six in Wanaka w Mountain ViewsToodle's Super Six in Wanaka w Mountain Views
3.5-star1.3 kilometers to city centre
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Top cities in South Island
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Christchurch
Christchurch is known for its gardens and museums, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Christchurch Casino and Christchurch Botanic Gardens.
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Wanaka
Wanaka is known for its restaurants and mountain views, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Lake Wanaka and Puzzling World.
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Te Anau
Te Anau is known for its natural parks, and offers lots of things to see including Lake Te Anau and Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre.
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Lake Tekapo
The scenic city of Lake Tekapo is full of attractions, such as Lake Tekapo and Church of the Good Shepherd, and is loved for its churches and mountain views.
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Franz Josef Glacier
The scenic city of Franz Josef Glacier is full of attractions, such as Glacier Hot Pools and Westcoast Wildlife Centre, and is loved for its restaurants and mountain views.
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Nelson
Nelson is known for its cafés and beaches, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Nelson Market and Trafalgar Park.
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Top landmarks in South Island
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Riccarton Road
If you like shopping, take time out to go to Riccarton Road when in Christchurch. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Splash some more cash at Westfield Riccarton Mall and Bush Inn Centre.
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Papanui Road
If you like shopping, take time out to go to Papanui Road when in Christchurch. Splash some more cash at Merivale Mall.
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Skycity Queenstown Casino
Looking to hit the casinos? Why not spend the evening at Skycity Queenstown Casino in Queenstown City Centre to find out if luck is your lady.
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TSS Earnslaw Steamship
You can stroll along TSS Earnslaw Steamship for relaxing water views when you're in Queenstown City Centre. If you carry on walking you'll get to Steamer Wharf for some more water views.
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The Remarkables Ski Area
Ski the fall line at The Remarkables Ski Area, a top spot located 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from central Kawarau Falls. If you master the slopes, Coronet Peak Ski Area is just a short drive away.
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Picton Ferry Terminal
Imagine strolling along Picton Ferry Terminal for some great waterfront pics. It's located 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from central Picton. If you carry on walking you'll get to Picton Harbour for some more water views.
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Find out more about South Island
What's South Island like?
South Island is a family-friendly place known for its restaurants and cafés. Activities like hiking give you a chance to enjoy the outdoors during your stay. Plan a fun excursion to Tekapo Springs and Gibbston Valley Winery. Lake Tekapo and Lake Pukaki are other popular sights to visit.
Where are the best places to stay in South Island?
Here are our travelers' top 5 places to stay in South Island:
Villa Rouge B&B, in Invercargill
Upscale B&B in Gladstone with bar- • Free breakfast • Free parking • Free WiFi • Free airport shuttle • Central location
Ah House Nelson City B&B, in Nelson
Upscale B&B in historical district- • Free breakfast • Free parking • Free WiFi • Free airport shuttle • Bar
Marchmont Gardens, in Hanmer Springs
Hanmer Springs adults-only guestrooms with kitchenettes- • Free parking • Free WiFi • Golf course • Garden
Rimu Lodge, in Ruatapu
Ruatapu adults-only guestrooms with balconies- • Free parking • Free WiFi • Bar • Terrace • Walkable location
Bluestone On George, in Dunedin
City-center motel within walking distance of University of Otago- • Free parking • Free WiFi • Fitness center • Bar • Central location
What is there to see around South Island?
- • Lake Tekapo (1.2 mi/2 km from the city center)
- • Lake Pukaki (20 mi/32.1 km from the city center)
- • Lake Wanaka (81.5 mi/131.1 km from the city center)
- • Lake Wakatipu (125.5 mi/201.9 km from the city center)
- • Milford Sound (139.4 mi/224.4 km from the city center)
What is there to do around South Island?
- • Tekapo Springs (6.8 mi/10.9 km from the city center)
- • Orana Wildlife Park (102.2 mi/164.6 km from the city center)
- • Christchurch Casino (109.3 mi/175.8 km from the city center)
- • Gibbston Valley Winery (109.7 mi/176.6 km from the city center)
- • Christchurch Gondola (111.9 mi/180.1 km from the city center)
Other Popular South Island Attractions
- • Abel Tasman National Park
- • Church of the Good Shepherd
- • Aoraki / Mount Cook
- • Franz Josef Glacier
- • Lake Ohau
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- Hotels near Christchurch International Airport (CHC), Christchurch
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