Travel Notes: Oceania: New Zealand: Accommodation: South Island Hotels

If you're going to be arriving anywhere in New Zealand late at night, it's handy to have your reservation already. Here are few suggestions of places to stay in the South Island, and you can book most of them online.

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Christchurch, Dunedin, Glacier Region, Greymouth, Hokitika, Milford Sound, Mt Cook, Picton, Queenstown, Te Anau, Wanaka.

South Island Hotels

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Christchurch

Central East Coast.

Christchurch Hotel Listings.

Chateau Blanc Suites:
This boutique hotel provides spacious fully serviced apartments & penthouse suites with full facilities in central Christchurch. Ideal hotel accommodation for business travellers and visitors alike.

Chateau On The Park Hotel - Christchurch
Chateau On The Park:
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189 Deans Ave, Christchurch.
The Chateau On The Park is a unique hotel located adjacent to Christchurch's magnificent 100 acre Hagley Park. Nestled in its own five acres of tranquil garden setting, the hotel is just minutes, by free shuttle, from the centre of the city.

Grand Chancellor:
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161 Cashel Street, Christchurch.
Rooms overlook the Canterbury Plains and the snow-capped southern Alps to the west, and the Pacific ocean to the east. The tallest hotel in Christchurch, Grand Chancellor is located in the heart of the central business district. The corporate centre provides guests with e-mail and internet access and most rooms offer modem ports. The in-house conference centre caters for 2-1200 people - the largest in Christchurch.

Heartland Cotswold Hotel:
88-96 Papanui Road, Christchurch.
More like a small European village than a hotel, with its own pub and traditional eatery. The rooms are furnished in theme with the period. Tudor design with stone work, lead-light windows and cobblestone paths make this New Zealand's leading theme hotel.

Millennium Christchurch:
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14 Cathedral Square, Christchurch.
Situated in picturesque Cathedral Square, the Millennium Christchurch Hotel is only minutes from key tourist attractions. Ideally located for visitors to the area, the hotel offers comfortable accommodations for guests as well as panoramic views of the city. Facilities include a restaurant, health club and conference rooms.

Dunedin

Scottish Town.

Dunedin Hotel Listings.

Southern Cross Hotel:
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118 High Street, Dunedin.
Dating back to 1883, the Scenic Circle Southern Cross Hotel is Dunedin's largest and most prestigious hotel. Standing proudly in the heart of the city, this landmark building now blends Dunedin's charm and heritage with modern day comforts guests demand in a world class hotel.

Glacier Region

Wonderful Nature.

Franz Josef Glacier Hotel:
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Situated on the edge of the Westland World Heritage Park, the Franz Josef Glacier Hotel is surrounded by lush native forest and has superb alpine views. The hotel offers comfortable premium accommodations, two restaurants, house bar and an activities desk offering plenty of things to do.

Fox Glacier Hotel:
10 Cookflat Road, Fox Glacier.
Nestled deep within the Westland World Heritage Park, on the west coast of the South Island.

Greymouth

Northwest South Island.

Greymouth Hotel Listings.

Kingsgate Hotel Greymouth:
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32 Mawhera Quay, Greymouth.
Centrally located, the Kingsgate Hotel offers 102 rooms with views of Greymouth or the Tasman Sea.

Hokitika

Wild, west coast beach, south of Greymouth.

Milford Sound

Cruising overnight.

Lady Of The South Pacific:
A luxury liner offering an unforgettable overnight cruise into Milford Sound. The board is 38m long with a 13m beam and comfortably sleeps 65 passengers overnight or carries up to 100 on a daytime cruise - food and beverage available. Your evening begins with a drink to welcome you on board, the experience Kiwi hospitality at its best with a four-course meal. When you wake in the morning, be prepared for a hearty cooked New Zealand breakfast.

Mt Cook

Aorangi or Cloud Piercer.

Hermitage Hotel:
Nestled amongst the towering mountains of the Southern Alps, the Hermitage looks out past White Horse Hill to the Hooker Valley and Mount Cook itself. The sprawling mountain resort fits snugly into its natural environment and is part of a heritage stretching back well over century.

Picton

Gateway to South Island.

Queenstown

The Alpine Centre.

The best time of year to visit Queenstown is in Autumn. March, April and May bring calm, crisp days and blue skies, along with much cheaper accommodation and travel prices, and less tourists.

Copthorne Lakefront Resort:
This superior first-class lakefront resort offers comfortable accommodations for both business and leisure travellers. Ideally situated for visitors to the area, the hotel is only five minutes from the city and tourist attractions.

Millennium Queenstown:
Queenstown's finest retreat after a hectic day, any time of the year. Exquisite restaurants and bar, spacious guest rooms and suites and the largest conference facilities in Queenstown. It is the perfect work and play combination.

Parkroyal Queenstown:
Located on Wakatipu Lake Front with stunning views of the Remarkable Mountains, Parkroyal Queenstown is 200 metres from the centre and main shopping area. 139 guest rooms with restaurant and cocktail bar. Suana and ski cave are great facilities for the winter.

Rydges Queenstown:
Rydges' prime position on Lake Wakatipu in stunning Queenstown affords unmatched views across the water and to rugged mountains. With easy access to plenty of exciting activities, the hotel has for many years, catered to tourists and sports enthusiasts in summer and winter alike.

The Historic Stone House:
Serenity, charm and comfort in the heart of New Zealand's adventure playground. Historic Bed and Breakfast Inn moments from the heart of Queenstown. Lake views, ensuite bathrooms, king or queen beds. Complimentary evening drinks and outdoor Jacuzzi.