2025 5 Star Hotels in South Island

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Featured South Island 5 Star Hotels

Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
5 out of 5
Kawarau Village, 79 Peninsula Road, Kawarau Falls
Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
LyLo Christchurch
LyLo Christchurch
5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road, Burnside, Christchurch
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LyLo Christchurch
Sudima Kaikoura
Sudima Kaikoura
5 out of 5
Esplanade, 114, Kaikoura, Canterbury
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Sudima Kaikoura
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
5 out of 5
14 Greig St, Lake Tekapo, Canterbury
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Grand Suites Lake Tekapo
The George Christchurch
The George Christchurch
5 out of 5
50 Park Terrace, Christchurch
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The George Christchurch
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Haka House Lake Tekapo
5 out of 5
5 Motuariki Lane, Lake Tekapo, Canterbury
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Haka House Lake Tekapo
Sudima Christchurch City
Sudima Christchurch City
5 out of 5
47-49 Salisbury Street, Christchurch, Canterbury
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Sudima Christchurch City
QT Queenstown
QT Queenstown
5 out of 5
30 Brunswick St, Queenstown
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QT Queenstown
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
5 out of 5
110 Frankton Road, Queenstown
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Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
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Five Star Hotel Guide for South Island, New Zealand

After years of hard work, you deserve nothing less than the royal treatment. We’re talking first-class service, VIP-worthy spa treatments, and luxurious amenities. Thanks to the AARP Travel Center Powered by Expedia, we present you with 5 star AARP hotels in South Island, New Zealand, which will provide you with the luxury pampering you crave at rates, which won’t wipe out your retirement funds. Our five star hotels for AARP members and seniors in South Island spoil you to world-class cuisine at on-site restaurants and convenient access to the city’s most popular attractions and must-see sights.

Perhaps you’re traveling to celebrate the freedom of your retirement or to attend your daughter’s wedding, but regardless of the reason for your travels, our South Island hotels with 5 stars for AARP members are certain to complete your perfect getaway. Expedia and ARRP have combined efforts to present you with the best deals and discounts on first-rate accommodations. Browse our selection to find the hottest specials around, because treating yourself to luxury shouldn’t break the bank.