Search Lodges in South Island

  • Plan, book, stay with confidence
  • bex rewards loyalty icon
    Be picky
    Search almost a million properties worldwide
    payments icon
    Treat yourself
    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    today icon
    Change your mind
    Book hotels with free cancellation

Featured Lodges in South Island

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (16)
"Joy, at the front desk has been one of the most helpful and friendly people I have ever experience who checked me in to my accommodation. Added an extra nights stay with no hassle. I ended up saying 3 nights. Joy was professionally and very kind. I have experienced some rude nad dispissive front of house people. So this was such a refreshing contrasts. Nothing was too much bother. As a single female traveller she made my stay easy. Thank you Joy"
The price is S$106
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef
Poshtel
5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (250)
"Thank you for the great experience first time we will definitely be back - very private 😀"
The price is S$148
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Poshtel
Pinewood Lodge
3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (446)
"."
The price is S$121
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Pinewood Lodge
The Dairy Private Hotel by Naumi Hotels
4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (306)
"I travel a lot and honestly one of the nicest places I have stayed. it's quirky, different but in the best way. Excellent service, you feel very special and very spoilt. I am definitely heading back there in winter. Hotel has amazing fireplace and can't wait to chill, read a book with a glass of wine. Oh and FYI, first review ever, thats how much I loved this place."
The price is S$299
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
The Dairy Private Hotel by Naumi Hotels
The Central Private Hotel by Naumi Hotels
4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (386)
"Fabulous boutique hotel, lovely big room with excellent bed comfort, free goodies and great happy hour each evening. We will definitely stay again. "
The price is S$336
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
The Central Private Hotel by Naumi Hotels
Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel
5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (429)
"The Staff is excellent, friendly and always willing to help. "
The price is S$469
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel
Reavers Lodge
3.5 star property
6.0 out of 10, (1005)
"Amazing stay"
The price is S$116
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Reavers Lodge
Larnach Lodge
4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (472)
"To stay in the grounds of a 'castle' was fabulous. Views from the room outstanding. Sitting on the deck awesome. Whole experience and the quality of the room fantastic. So all in quite brilliant. Highly recommend staying."
The price is S$130
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Larnach Lodge
Altamont Lodge
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (198)
"Great, affordable property. The common areas and kitchen are great. "
The price is S$137
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Altamont Lodge
Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa
5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (60)
"Fabulous staff and great facility "
The price is S$613
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa
Stoneridge Estate
5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (49)
"Had a lovely time. Amazing place and very friendly team. I would highly recommend."
The price is S$630
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Stoneridge Estate
Merivale Manor
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (391)
"Lovely welcome every time I stay here. Great standard and very comfortable. Even though it's close to the road it's quite peaceful. "
The price is S$186
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Merivale Manor
The Classic Villa
5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (460)
"Had a wonderful one nights stay at the Classic Villa. Upon arrival, our hosts told us that we were upgraded and ended up staying in one of the nicest rooms we ever seen. Very charming and warm as a proper B&B should feel. Even though the breakfast time was from 7:30 am, the hosts were up and ready before 7 to accommodate a group of guests that were leaving earlier. There was access to coffee and treats during the day. The Villa is centrally located and most attraction points in the city are...
The price is S$201
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
The Classic Villa
Grove Park Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (210)
"We really enjoyed our stay. Lovely room, very spacious and loved the big tv!"
The price is S$134
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Grove Park Motor Lodge
Rosewood Matakauri
5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (9)
"The restaurant servers were EXCELLENT! Jamie was great. Gabriela is the person that made our stay memorable. What an asset to the brand! Personable and warm, made a connection with every guest, yet very professional. A hard combination to find in a manager. She is ehat Rosewood wants to project to its guests sll rolled up in one. The overall service was superb and what is expected at Rosewood. It is very isolated and not close to anywhere except by a 15 min taxi ride, so do take that into...
The price is S$1,926
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Rosewood Matakauri
Cottages at Kinross
4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (203)
"Loved our stay at Kinross cottage. Room was beautiful as was the view. Bathroom spacious with great water pressure. Ducks rabbits and birds added natural beauty to this location. View was gorgeous! Pear and blue cheese pizza and wine tasting were excellent!"
The price is S$311
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Cottages at Kinross
Westwood Lodge
4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (112)
"The perfect place to stay in Franz-Josef! It's far enough away from the heliport that you aren't constantly disturbed by the noise, but still close enough to town that you can easily get to everything important quickly. Audrey was super friendly and pointed out all the best food spots and other helpful locations. The breakfast was perfect for a quick start before the day's adventures and the room was very spacious and comfortable."
The price is S$418
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Westwood Lodge
Eichardt's Private Hotel
5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (70)
"Excellent location!"
The price is S$1,240
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Eichardt's Private Hotel
Balmoral Lodge
4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (116)
"The place was perfect for my partner and I for 5 nights. The view was perfect and the place was clean and comfortable. We will be back if we ever return to Queenstown again. "
Balmoral Lodge
Blanket Bay
5.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (41)
"Best experience ever !"
The price is S$2,011
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Blanket Bay
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Don't see what you're looking for?
See all available properties in South Island
Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in

Other property types in South Island

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (910)
"Sally at reception was fantastic!!! So helpful!!!! We had a wonderful view from our room and the bed and shower were fantastic. The room had a bit of a weird smell but overall this was a surprisingly wonderful stay. "
The price is S$177
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1213)
"We rented a suite. It was a bit on the small side, but had everything we needed. We even had a washer and dryer (free) that we were able to access right outside our door. We were about a ten minute drive to downtown Queenstown. Be sure to take the gondola up the mountain for a beautiful view of the city. If you are adventurous ride the luge down the mountainside. It was safe and fun! In the evening go into town and walk along the water. Outdoor cafes, bars, and live music. It was...
The price is S$197
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Peppers Bluewater Resort
4.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (3043)
"Very clean, property a little old"
The price is S$262
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Peppers Bluewater Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Beautiful view of the beach with palm trees

Black Friday: Members save 30%+

Members save 30%+ on selected hotels until 4 Dec (property time) with our Black Friday deals. Stay by 15 Dec 2025.

Frequently asked questions

How much do lodges in South Island cost?
You’ll pay between S$106 and S$2,011 per night for lodges in South Island. Regardless of your budget and wherever you’re travelling to, a terrific stay is a click away on Expedia. These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for a hotel booking with a check-in date within the next year. Prices reflect current offers and availability is subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
What are the best lodges in South Island?
South Island offers multiple lodges with a total average guest review rating of 9.2. Planning a visit to Christchurch? Reserve a room at The Classic Villa, a highly rated 5-star retreat with individually decorated rooms and hypo-allergenic bedding. Another popular choice is Merivale Manor. It has a 5-star rating and conveniences that include private winery tours and a terrace.
How many lodges are there in South Island?
Select from 38 lodges in South Island. Whether you’re travelling with your family or a bunch of friends, and wherever your travels take you, Expedia makes it a breeze to find the perfect digs.
Are there any family-friendly lodges in South Island?
Yes, so round up your crew and get busy organising that trip to South Island! If Christchurch is your preferred destination, stay at The Classic Villa. This 5-star option comes with a picnic area and housekeeping services. Another terrific choice is Merivale Manor. Also in Christchurch, this family-friendly lodge has a 5-star rating and conveniences like laundry facilities and housekeeping services. Christchurch offers loads of family-friendly attractions when you’re ready to explore. Sumner Beach and New Brighton Beach promise fun for everyone.
Are there any 5-star lodges in South Island?
Whether you’re planning a getaway with a group of friends or your special someone, a 5-star lodge in South Island is sure to please. If you’re on your way to Christchurch, look up The Classic Villa. This upmarket retreat comes with Egyptian-cotton sheets and concierge services. You can also experience the finer things at Merivale Manor. Spa facilities and mineral springs for therapeutic treatments and relaxation are just two of the conveniences that await you at this 5-star lodge.
Why book your lodge in South Island with Expedia?
Expedia makes it easy to find your dream lodge in South Island. Use our filters to search for accommodation with amenities suitable for a family adventure or a romantic weekend away. If you have a certain budget, click on how much you’d like to spend and the preferred star rating of your hotel. We’ll help you find the perfect place whatever your escape looks like.
How can I find cheap lodges in South Island?
Expedia can help you track down cheap lodges in South Island. To lock in your perfect stay in a few clicks, use our convenient filter tool to refine your search results by budget, amenities and star rating.
What is there to do in South Island near my lodge?
Whatever your interests, there are plenty of things to put on your to-do list in South Island. If you’re on your way to Christchurch, stop by Canterbury Museum, Isaac Theatre Royal and Transitional Cathedral. Spending your holiday in Dunedin? St. Clair Beach, Speight’s Brewery and St. Paul’s Cathedral are among the top sights in this city.