South Island Beach Vacations

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How do I book the best South Island beach vacation packages?

Life’s a beach when you dive into our brilliant South Island beach vacation deals. Chuck a check in the filter boxes to find ocean views, pools, and resorts just a short saunter from the sizzling sands.

How can I find cheap beach vacations in South Island?

A rental steps from the shore creates an amazingly affordable South Island beach vacation. Seaside sojourns during low season start from . Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

How can I book the best family beach vacations in South Island?

With a flick of a finger, the family-friendly filter brings you the best breaks on offer for the whole brood. Look out for kids’ clubs, waterparks, and other incredible extras for a vacay the little ones will love.

How do I find a South Island beachfront vacation?

Check the beachfront filter and, bam, the best available oceanside resorts will appear before your eyes. Along with the incredible view, when you book a beachfront resort, you can get from the lapping waves to your patio lounger in a matter of moments.

Can I book a package including a South Island vacation beach house rental?

Hit up the vacation rental filter to book your dream beach house. Once you’ve selected the most alluring abode, add your flights and car rental for the perfect package deal.

Can I find South Island beach vacation deals?

Sort your search results by deals to delight in amazing South Island beach vacation offers. If you want more pizzazz for your pennies, travel outside the high season or stay a little further from the shoreline.

Can I book a South Island beach trip with free cancellation and/or flexible dates?

Just like the South Island tides, plans change. Filter by payment option to find trips with free cancellation. Buy now, pay later options are also available for full-on flexibility.

Why should I book my South Island beach vacation with Expedia?

Relax long before you see the shore with simple search, fantastic filters, and more great deals than there are grains of sand in South Island. (OK, maybe not that last part.)

Top Beach South Island Hotels

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

4.5 out of 5
91 Fernhill Road, Queenstown
  • 5 hours drive from Mount Cook National Park
At this luxury hotel, get ready to walk along the waves in Queenstown, as you'll be a short walk from Queenstown Beach. An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
"Heritage has professional staff, excellent room service, spacious comfortable rooms, the whole experience was warm and accomodating. I had a perfect time."

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG

4 out of 5
CNR STANLEY AND SYDNEY STREET, Queenstown
  • 5 hours drive from Mount Cook National Park
You will love your stay at this hotel and stroll along the shoreline in Queenstown, as you'll be near Queenstown Beach. Amenities at Holiday Inn Express & Suites ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"We had a great stay here - great both private and common facilities, super clean and super helpful staff. I recommend staying here whether alone or with family. Nice common area to chill with nice view of the mountains."

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central

4 out of 5
24 Frankton Road, Queenstown
  • 5 hours drive from Mount Cook National Park
You will love your stay at this hotel and get ready to stroll along the shore in Queenstown, as you'll be a short walk from Queenstown Beach. Amenities at Ramada ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"The hotel was conveniently located and parking was available in the basement which was great. The room was clean and facilities were good with a drying room for ski equipment."

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
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.

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