Curated luxury hotels in South Island

Located in Christchurch (Upper Riccarton), ASURE Christchurch Classic Motel & Apartments is within a 5-minute drive of University of Canterbury and Hagley Park. This aparthotel is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Christchurch Public Hospital and 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Christchurch Casino.

With a stay at Black on Grey Motel in Geraldine, you'll be 17.1 mi (27.5 km) from Peel Forest Park and 20.3 mi (32.6 km) from Caroline Bay Beach. This motel is 21.8 mi (35.2 km) from Timaru Public Hospital.

Situated in Christchurch, 7.8 km from Christchurch Art Gallery, Tussock Hill Vineyard Retreats features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. Featuring a restaurant, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. Guests can use the hot tub, or enjoy mountain views.

At the hotel, rooms are fitted with a balcony with a garden view. The rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a coffee machine.

Canterbury Museum is 7.8 km from Tussock Hill Vineyard Retreats, while Christchurch Railway Station is 8.3 km from the property. Christchurch International Airport is 18 km away.

Located a 5-minute drive from Christchurch city centre, Azena Suites & Apartment offers self-catering studio apartments with free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities.

The shops and restaurants of Edgeware Village are within a 5-minute walk from Azena Suites & Apartment. Christchurch Botanic Gardens are only 8 minutes’ drive away.

Each heated studio includes a 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a DVD player. All have an en suite bathroom with free toiletries, a hairdryer and under-floor heating. Featuring a kitchenette with a microwave, fridge and toaster, some rooms offer a private balcony.

Extra amenities include electric blankets and ironing facilities. Quality towels and linen are provided.

Situated in Windwhistle in the Canterbury Region, 3.3 km from Mount Hutt, Mt Hutt Lodge features a seasonal outdoor pool and ski-to-door access. The motel has water sports facilities and a ski school. There is also a restaurant and bar which serves lunch, dinner, drinks and snacks.

Every room includes a flat-screen TV. Certain rooms have a seating area where you can relax. Some rooms include views of the mountain or river. Extras include free toiletries and a hairdryer.

There is room service at the property.

This motel has ski storage space and free use of bicycles is available. An array of activities are offered in the area, such as skiing and golfing. Summit Six is 10 km from Mt Hutt Lodge, while Exibition Quad Chair is 10 km from the property. The nearest airport is Christchurch International Airport, 71 km from the property.

Oamaru Harbour Nest is located in Oamaru, 2.1 km from Bushy Beach, and provides a patio, garden, and free WiFi. The property features garden views, and is 38 km from Moeraki Boulders. Outdoor seating is also available at the chalet.

The chalet is equipped with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with sea views. A private entrance leads guests into the chalet, where they can enjoy some chocolates or cookies.

Guests can also relax on the sun terrace.

Richard Pearse Airport is 98 km away.

Located in Arrowtown, 14 km from Queenstown Event Centre and 21 km from Skyline Gondola and Luge, MJ's Cottage Arrowtown offers air conditioning. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the chalet free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is situated 31 km from The Remarkables.

The chalet is equipped with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with mountain views. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Lake Wakatipu is 32 km from MJ's Cottage Arrowtown, while Skippers Canyon is 33 km away. Queenstown Airport is 14 km from the property.

Twizel - Arohanui Cottage is situated in Twizel. This property offers access to a patio, tennis at the tennis court, free private parking and free WiFi.

The 2-bedroom chalet has a living room with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven, and 1 bathroom with walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the chalet. The property has an outdoor dining area.

Guests at the chalet can enjoy fishing and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden.

The nearest airport is Richard Pearse Airport, 155 km from Twizel - Arohanui Cottage.

Right in the heart of Christchurch, situated within a short distance of Christchurch Art Gallery and Canterbury Museum, Stylish Oasis in central city offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a microwave and kettle. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is set 2.7 km from Hagley Park.

The spacious chalet has 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the chalet. The property has an outdoor dining area.

Popular points of interest near the chalet include Victoria Square, The Chalice and Bridge of Remembrance. Christchurch International Airport is 11 km from the property.

Set within the Burkes Pass gateway to Mackenzie Country, Burkes Pass Country Motels is centrally located for skiing at Mt Dobson and Roundhill and day trips to Mt Cook. Guests enjoy free WiFi and views of the surrounding Rollesby Range and Mt Burgess.

Burkes Pass Country Motels is a 15-minute or a 22 km scenic drive from either Lake Tekapo or Fairlie, both of which offers a supermarket and range of restaurants. Mackenzie Pass and the Mackenzie Memorial are a 30-minute drive away.

Being surrounded by mountains, there is no mobile phone reception, so guests are assured a relaxing stay. Some shared facilities are provided, including flat-screen TVs, electric frying pans and rice cookers. Plunger coffee and magazines are provided.

The outdoor dining area offers BBQ facilities and a picnic area, ideal for dinner under the stars.

All accommodation is located on the ground floor, offering easy access to the free on-site parking area. Each apartment features a sofa, a TV, a refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. Private rooms offer access to shared bathroom facilities.

Offering free unlimited WiFi and free on-site parking, The Lakes Motel is located in the heart of the Mackenzie Country, in Twizel, just 100m from Ben Ohau Golf Course. It features self-contained apartments with kitchenettes and a patio.

Each unit has a radiator for heat and an air-conditioner along with a kitchenette, a dining setting and cable TV.

The Lakes Motel is only a 45 minute drive from Aoraki Mount Cook Heritage Park, which offers activities such as skiing, boating, rock and mountain climbing. Twizel is home to several lakes, hiking trails and fishing.

Located within walking distance from the impressive Fox Glacier, Te Weheka Boutique Hotel offers modern, spacious rooms with satellite TV. Each room has a balcony, overlooking the lush countryside.

All rooms at Distinction Fox Glacier - Te Weheka Boutique Hotel are luxuriously appointed. The large bathrooms are supplied with fluffy towels, bathrobes and bathroom amenities.

The restaurant serves breakfast daily and offers refreshments throughout the day. Guests have access to Wi-Fi, which is available throughout the hotel. Free private parking is available on site.

Distinction Fox Glacier - Te Weheka Boutique Hotel is situated beneath the Southern Alps on New Zealand's West coast.

Surrounded by beautiful native trees and bush land, Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef offers guests free Wi-Fi. Opened in December 2013, the property offers heated rooms with a flat-screen TV. It is a 1-minute walk from Glacier Hot Pools.

All accomodation offers radiator and underfloor heating. All features double glazed windows, a TV and a kitchenette. Rooms are serviced daily. Some rooms have a spa bath.

Aspen Court is a 10-minute drive from the Franz Josef Glacier, and Fox Glacier is a 25-minute drive away. There are a variety of cafes and restaurants within a 5-minute walk.

Other facilities include a BBQ, a guest laundry and a booking service for local activities. Guests enjoy free parking.

Situated in Timaru, 1.3 km from Caroline Bay Beach, The Fort Guesthouse Timaru features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers a shared kitchen.

The rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Certain rooms are fitted with a kitchenette with a fridge, a dishwasher and a microwave.

A continental breakfast is available at The Fort Guesthouse Timaru.

The accommodation offers a barbecue.

Richard Pearse Airport is 12 km from the property.

Aspen on King is a 5-minute drive from Caroline Bay and 1.2 km from central Timaru. This cosy accommodation offers free WiFi access and free on-site parking.

All rooms include kitchenette facilities like a fridge, a stove and a microwave. Each comes with heating, a DVD player and flat-screen satellite TV. Some rooms have a spa bath.

The property has a lawn area with barbecue and a trampoline. Laundry facilities are available.

Timaru Aspen on King is 880 metres from Timaru Botanic Gardens and a 20-minute drive from Timaru Airport.

The Waimate Lodges is offering accommodation in Waimate. This 4-star hotel offers a shared lounge and luggage storage space. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

The rooms are fitted with a kettle, while some rooms also boast a kitchenette with a microwave and a toaster. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge.

Richard Pearse Airport is 56 km from the property.

Situated in the picturesque Canterbury high country, Fable Terrace Downs Resort features all day dining, an 18 hole golf course and a range of outdoor activities. The villas have open-plan living spaces with gas fires. Guests can enjoy free on-site parking.

The cafe serves a menu of local produce and offers panoramic views of the mountains from breakfast to evening meals.

Fable Terrace Downs Resort also has tennis courts and a fitness centre onsite.

Local activities near Terrace Downs include jet boating, clay-bird shooting, archery, mountain biking, golfing, quad biking, four-wheel-driving and fishing.

Terrace Downs is a 60-minute drive through the countryside from Christchurch International Airport. Lake Coleridge is a 25-minute drive away. It is a 35-minute drive to Methven and Mt Hutt Village.

Stopforths Motel features spacious and luxurious accommodation just 450 metres from the centre of Hokitka. Opening in 2018, guests can admire the Southern Alps views or the stars on an astronomy tour.

Every motel room offers a luxurious bathroom fitted with a spa bath, shower and free toiletries. Air conditioning will ensure guests are comfortable in any season. Large flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and free WiFi are provided for entertainment.

The area is popular for hiking, and bike hire is available at Stopforths Motel.

Greymouth is 36 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Hokitika Airport, 2 km from the property.

Located right on the beach, Hokitika Beachfront Hotel offers rooms with cable TV and en suite bathrooms. It features an on-site restaurant and a bar. Guests enjoy free WiFi

Beachfront Hotel Hokitika is a 1-hour drive from the famous Pancake Rocks at Punakaiki. Hokitika Airport is just 6 minutes’ drive away. It is 15 minutes' drive from Hokitika Tree Top Walk.

All rooms at the Beachfront Hotel include a work desk and tea and coffee making facilities. Many rooms have a private balcony or courtyard with ocean views.

Ocean View Restaurant specialises in seafood and offers gorgeous views of the beach. Coasters Bar is the perfect place for a relaxing drink.

Heritage Court Motor Lodge is 3.2 km from the Oamaru Public Botanical Gardens and 4.7 km from Oamaru Blue Penguins Colony. It offers a restaurant, free parking on site, and free Wi-Fi access.

Each room is fitted with a work desk, and a flat-screen TV with 50+ Sky Channel. All rooms include a kitchenette or full kitchen with toaster, microwave, kettle and fridge. The en suite bathroom comes with toiletries and a hairdryer. The Luxury Studio and the Luxury One Bedroom Apartment also offered the Netflix and Youtube.

A coin-operated laundry service is provided on site. The staff at the tour desk can assist with arranging trips to the Blue Penguin Colony, historical tours and fishing trips. DVD players can be borrowed and a large selection of DVD titles is available.

Heritage Court Motor Inn is 2.5 km from Oamaru Train Station and 2 km from Oamaru Racecourse. It is 4 km from the North Otago Golf Club