Stewart Island's iconic South Sea Hotel is located on the foreshore, in the center of town. It is 2 minutes’ walk from the ferry and airline terminals. The self-contained studio units are adjacent to the main hotel building. The older-style accommodations upstairs in the main hotel offers shared facilities including a communal guest lounge overlooking the harbor, which offers tea and coffee making facilities. The restaurant offers local seafood, and a varied menu with daily specials. The on-site bar is a great place to meet locals, view historic photos, and learn about island life and history. Wildlife tours can be organized by the tour desk where it is possible to see kiwis and sea lions. Bravo Adventure Cruises is just a 5-minute walk from The South Sea Hotel and can organize fishing trips. Ringa Ringa Golf Course is less than a 20-minute walk from the hotel, while Invercagrill Airport is a 20-minute flight away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
6.2
Low score for Half-moon Bay
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See what guests loved the most:

  • John
    Canada Canada
    Great beachfront location a short walk from the ferry wharf. On-site restaurant/bar was very convenient (though noisy in the evening up until closing.) They stored our bags the next morning until we caught the ferry.
  • Mayana
    New Zealand New Zealand
    I love staying with you guys,it's affordable for me and my girl,it's always clean and all the staff are super nice
  • Sarah
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Location was close to the Ferry. It had it’s own restaurant/bar/cafe. Facilities and staff were clean.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      Seafood • Australian
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of South Sea Hotel - Stewart Island
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Garden
Activities
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Darts
  • Pool table
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Packed lunches
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Safe
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property told us they've implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, or nature.

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Crib upon request
NZD 15 per child, per night
2 years old
Crib upon request
NZD 15 per child, per night
Extra bed upon request
NZD 15 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 15 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

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FAQs about South Sea Hotel - Stewart Island

  • South Sea Hotel - Stewart Island offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Pool table
    • Darts
    • Beachfront
    • Happy hour
    • Beach

  • Room options at South Sea Hotel - Stewart Island include:

    • Studio
    • Twin/Double
    • Single
    • Twin
    • Chalet
    • Double

  • The nearest beach is 150 feet from South Sea Hotel - Stewart Island. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • South Sea Hotel - Stewart Island is 1,500 feet from the center of Half-moon Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at South Sea Hotel - Stewart Island is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The prices at South Sea Hotel - Stewart Island may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • South Sea Hotel - Stewart Island has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1