Explore the Best Business Hotels in South Island
This guide to the best luxury, 5-star, and design-forward hotels in South Island, New Zealand is manually curated by our editorial team based on first-hand research, verified guest reviews, location analysis, and overall service quality. Each hotel is selected to meet high standards of comfort, authenticity, and guest experience.
Originally built in the 1880s, Merivale Manor offers elegant and luxurious accommodations with free WiFi access. Christchurch city center is only a 5-minute drive away. All rooms and apartments feature air conditioning, heating, flat-screen satellite TV, DVD player and iPod docking stations. Each has a dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator and private bathroom. There is a bus stop located directly outside the motel, offering access to the city center. Addington Raceway is a 10-minute drive away. It is a 15-minute drive to Christchurch Airport. Guests at Merivale Manor have free access to self-service laundry facilities and a guest library with magazines and book exchange. Airport shuttle services can be arranged.
Guest Reviews:
- "Nice property in a good location." - "great ,warm , made to feel welcome" - "Excellent place and the staff were amazing" - "The perfect place to stay in Christchurch" - "Great property, great location. The owners were lovely and welcoming" - "Really friendly owner, nicely outfitted and comfortable room." - "Loved it here. I would highly recommend." - "Very comfortable, and near the facilities I needed." - "Excellent comfort, and friendly staff."
Superb
213 reviews
Set among 5 acres of peaceful gardens, Chateau on the Park features a restaurant, bar, heated pool and fitness center. It is just a 5-minute drive from the center of Christchurch. Each room at The Chateau on the Park Christchurch includes heating, air conditioning, TV, working desk and chair, and free Wi-Fi. The private bathroom features a bath, shower, hairdryer and organic toiletries. Ask the friendly staff about the complimentary shuttle to the CBD as they welcome you with a signature, warm chocolate chip cookie. Garden Court Brasserie overlooks the garden and offers breakfast, lunch and dinner, al fresco dining available during the summer months. The hotel bar, Little Red Fox, has an open fire, and serves drinks, snacks and comfort food. It is just steps away from Hagley Park and only 20 minutes’ walk through to Christchurch Botanic Garden. Te Pae Christchurch Convention Center, Canterbury University and Christchurch International Airport are all within a 10-15 minutes’ drive of Chateau on the Park.
Guest Reviews:
- "A great place to stay" - "Excellent in every way." - "A lovely break after moving house. A good little holiday!" - "Outstanding service" - "Central Queenstown, hotel with a view" - "Relaxing stay in lovely surroundings" - "Relaxing setting, staff happy and helpful, pleasant dining, with excellent facilities." - "A very pleasant, comfortable stay at a nice well appointed hotel." - "good!" - "Overall a lovely stay. The restaurant was added value by having Gluten Free options."
Very Good
1881 reviews
Located just 5 minutes from Christchurch International Airport, this hotel offers a free 24-hour airport shuttle service, plus an indoor swimming pool, a hot tub, sauna and a fitness center. Commodore Airport Hotel Christchurch features spacious rooms, conference/meeting facilities and plenty of free car parking. The award-winning native gardens provide a peaceful atmosphere. Each room offers natural lighting and either a balcony or garden access. The work space includes a large desk, telephone with voicemail, and a modem point with broadband internet access. Patterson's Restaurant offers seasonal dishes with European, Asian and Pacific influences. Guests at The Bar can enjoy a drink on the terrace or watch a match on the huge 70-inch plasma-screen TV. Commodore Airport Hotel Christchurch is just 15 minutes' drive from Christchurch City Center.
Guest Reviews:
- "Beautiful and comforting place to stay" - "Awesome stay, friendly staff ! Will definitely be back." - "Exceptional Hotel" - "RELAXING!!!!" - "Must stay when next in Christchurch you won’t be disappointed" - "We will definitely be back" - "Amazing stay, clean, comfortable with great facilities" - "Always feel well taken care of!" - "Not too expensive and very nice hotel." - "Loved the spa and pool" - "Peaceful relaxing preparation for the next adventure"
Superb
1965 reviews
