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Featured South Island Family Hotels

Platinum Queenstown Villas
Platinum Queenstown Villas
4.5 out of 5
96 Fernhill Road, Fernhill, Queenstown
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a ski shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
Platinum Queenstown Villas
Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts
Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts
4 out of 5
144-154 Anderson Road, Wanaka
Stay at this 4-star luxury aparthotel in Wanaka. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts
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 ...
Peppers Bluewater Resort
Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
4 out of 5
70 Beach Road, Tahunanui, Nelson
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified holiday park in Nelson. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a conference center. Popular attractions Nelson Fun Park and Burrell ...
Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau
Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau
5 out of 5
128 Te Anau Terrace, Te Anau
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
Stay at this 5-star luxury holiday park in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau
Heritage Queenstown
Heritage Queenstown
4.5 out of 5
91 Fernhill Road, Queenstown
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
Heritage Queenstown
Commodore Airport Hotel
Commodore Airport Hotel
4.5 out of 5
449 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
Commodore Airport Hotel
Sherwood Queenstown
Sherwood Queenstown
4 out of 5
554 Frankton Road, Goldfield Heights, Queenstown
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
Sherwood Queenstown
Amross Motel
Amross Motel
4 out of 5
660 George Street, Dunedin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified motel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Amross Motel
The Glebe Apartments
The Glebe Apartments
4.5 out of 5
2 Beetham Street, Queenstown
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions St Josephs Parish ...
The Glebe Apartments
Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels
Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels
4.5 out of 5
77 Manapouri - Te Anau Highway, Te Anau
Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified holiday park in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels
Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
3.5 out of 5
41 Victoria Road, St Kilda, Dunedin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free casino shuttle. Popular attractions St. Clair Beach and Chisholm Park Golf ...
Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
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Hotels with Pools in South Island

Nugget Point Hotel
Nugget Point Hotel
4 out of 5
146 Arthurs Point Road, Arthur's Point
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Arthur's Point. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (440 reviews)
Nice out of town center location
"Dated facilities but clean and functional. Friendly staff. Awesome views! Hope to return."

Reviewed on Aug 26, 2024

Nugget Point Hotel
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5 out of 5
Kawarau Village, 79 Peninsula Road, Kawarau Falls
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kawarau Falls. Enjoy a full-service spa, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Had a room on the bottom floor with a hot tub which also gave us easy access to the ferry into Queenstown and the same level as the breakfast buffet!"

Reviewed on Nov 24, 2024

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Commodore Airport Hotel
Commodore Airport Hotel
4.5 out of 5
449 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent staff, rooms and restaurant."

Reviewed on Nov 15, 2024

Commodore Airport Hotel
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.

Hotels With Connecting Rooms in South Island

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
4.5 out of 5
123 Princes Street, Dunedin
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
136 On Bealey - Motel
136 On Bealey - Motel
3.5 out of 5
136 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free casino shuttle. Popular attractions Hagley Park and ...
136 On Bealey - Motel
166 Majestic Court Motel
166 Majestic Court Motel
3.5 out of 5
166 Riccarton Road, Christchurch
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Riccarton Road and Westfield Riccarton Mall ...
166 Majestic Court Motel
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.

Cheap Family Hotels in South Island

When you’ve got the whole crew on the South Island travel itinerary, you’re probably looking for a hotel that’s a little different than when you’re on a vacay with pals. Luckily, planning your last-minute getaway can be easy—you can score some of the best South Island hotels for families when you book a Hotwire Hot Rate hotel deal.

On the Family (Vacation) Plan

Traveling with the entire bunch can get costly, but you can keep your budget intact (and a smile on everyone’s face) when you book a giant-size Hotwire Hot Rate deal on your stay in a family hotel in South Island. And get ready to have a rousing round of high-fives from the kids, because these spots are a total hole-in-one for fun.

Just Kidding

Imagine you and the rest of the family in one of the best kid friendly hotels in South Island. Sure, the kids are loving it—maybe they aren’t even arguing—you can dream, anyway. Great times are being had by everyone, thanks to you booking the family hotel in South Island of your dreams, with every amenity you’re looking for, and for way less than you expected. There’s even some cash left for ice creams all around. With sprinkles.

Frequently Asked Questions About Family Hotels

How to get last-minute deals on family hotels in South Island?

Looking for the very best last-minute deals on family friendly hotels in South Island? You may think you’ve got your work cut out for you, but booking a Hotwire Hot Rate hotel deal will get you a top-tier place for way less than you expect, even if you’re short on time. In fact, you could save up to 60% on cheap family hotels in South Island versus booking a listed rate two weeks earlier—we’re talking hotels as low as $49 kind of deals. Looks like that ice cream budget just got upgraded.

Where should a family stay in South Island?

There are a lot of great places to stay in South Island, and with 6,311 hotels to choose from, you’ll have some prime options ready for the picking. If you (and the kids) have your heart set on one of the best family hotels in South Island, you don’t have to break the bank—you can get a super-sweet 4-star hotel for a 2-star price when you book a Hotwire Hot Rate hotel deal and keep your cash for the upcoming family fun.

How can I find kid friendly hotels in South Island?

Booking kid friendly hotels in South Island is a breeze with Hotwire. You can narrow down your options by selecting the area of South Island that you want to stay in, which amenities the fam just has to have, and even by the reviews. If you book a Hotwire Hot Rate hotel deal, you won’t know the exact place where you’ll be staying until you’ve reserved, but you can make sure it checks all the boxes for your perfect spot.

Is it safe to travel to South Island during the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis?

With the most recent COVID-19 closures and reopenings, you’re probably wondering is it safe to travel to South Island right now. When you book your last-minute getaway to South Island, be sure to check the most up-to-date info on safety measures, closures, and important guidance on traveling during the coronavirus.