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South Sea Hotel

2.5 star property
Waterfront inn in Halfmoon Bay with a bar

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Beach nearby
Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Studio Units) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
26 Elgin Terrace, Halfmoon Bay, 9846
  • Bunkhouse Theatre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Rakiura Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Observation Rock
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Stewart Island (SZS-Ryans Creek)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Cottage Twin)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Hotel Seaview Double plus Single

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Hotel Twin Room)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Traditional Hotel Double plus Single

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Studio Units) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Studio Units)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Hotel Double Room)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Cottage Queen) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Cottage Queen)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Hotel Single room)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Seaview) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, Shared Bathroom (Seaview)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Oban

South Sea Hotel places you next to Bunkhouse Theatre and Rakiura Museum. This 27-room inn welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • Bunkhouse Theatre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Presbyterian Church Hall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Rakiura Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Observation Rock - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Rakiura National Park - 33 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Stewart Island (SZS-Ryans Creek) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪South Sea Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Snuggery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kai Kart - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Church Hill Restaurant & Oyster Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Just Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

South Sea Hotel

Waterfront inn in Halfmoon Bay with a bar
Guests staying at South Sea Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a picnic area. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and securing valuables. This smoke-free inn also has a garden.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Refrigerators, hair dryers, and wardrobes or closets are other standard amenities.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: NZD 10 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [At the bar.]

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 10 to 30 per person

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

South Sea Hotel Oban
South Sea Oban
South Sea Hotel Inn
South Sea Hotel Halfmoon Bay
South Sea Hotel Inn Halfmoon Bay

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at South Sea Hotel?

South Sea Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see around South Sea Hotel?

This inn is located in Halfmoon Bay, just steps from Bunkhouse Theatre and Rakiura Museum, and within a short walk of Observation Rock. You'll also find Rakiura National Park and Presbyterian Church Hall within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at South Sea Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at this inn.

Does South Sea Hotel have a casino?

No, South Sea Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at South Sea Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is South Sea Hotel good for couples?

At this waterfront inn, couples will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include kitchenettes and garden views.

Does South Sea Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this inn doesn't have a spa tub.

Does South Sea Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

South Sea Hotel offers a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does South Sea Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at South Sea Hotel.

Does South Sea Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this inn.

How close is the airport from South Sea Hotel?

The closest major airport to South Sea Hotel is Stewart Island (SZS-Ryans Creek), which is 1.2 mi away (4 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at South Sea Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at South Sea Hotel offer a balcony and may feature garden views.

South Sea Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 180 out of 383 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 383 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 383 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 383 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 383 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

jack

Bit too expensive for the shared bathrooms. Room could have been nicer and cleaner. Heater didn't work. Weird people outside partying all night. In future would stay at the back packers instead
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome food & stafff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a unique experience, the accomodation was great & central to Halfmoon bay, staff were friendly & helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicky

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the South Sea and stay there every time we spend the night at Rakiura. The staff are awesome. Its not flash - old pub accomodation, but its traditional, clean and welcoming. Perfect views and the food is amazing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very homely, beautiful spot and friendly, helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All of the above
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Everything was great no problems
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Connie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was fantastic and very informative. Very easy access to Ferry Terminal - about a 3 minute walk.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles L.

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A unique hotel on an incredible island. People were friendly. The restaurant and bar offered a wonderful and authentic atmosphere and great food. A wonderful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Brett

Traveled with partner
Very convenient quirky, I haven't stayed in a hotel without an ensuite in a long time. Nice area upstairs overlooking the bay,with tea and coffee facilities. I would recommend staying here
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Shazia

Liked: Cleanliness
On the harbor
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Shazia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice basic accommodations with beautiful views of the harbor. The staff was very friendly and accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

CARSWELL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stewart Island stay

Good stay at good old Kiwi pub. Prices were fair and food and drink was good Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Traveled with group
Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We paid for a room that was advertised as sea view. What we weren’t told was that our sea view would be obscured, during the day, by people using the second floor porch! If we opened our curtains during the day, people using the porch and picnic tables could look right into our room. If we closed our curtains we of course didn’t have a sea view at all. We could hear conversations as if people were right in our room. This continued on into the night—people weren’t supposed to use the porch after 8 but were often there,talking, laughing and carrying on, after midnight. No one enforced the 8 rule. It really wasn’t anyone’s idea of a sea view.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disgusting do not stat here

We arrived to a rude man who clearly felt he had more important things to do than make an effort to make guests checking in feel welcome. Not a good start and then to the rooms - basic is okay but to not even provide a bedside lamp is lazy. The room was just filthy from the curtains that we’re falling off the hooks, to the window sills that had layers of dust on to the inside of the one bedside table between two. The cleaning team didn’t service my room even though i hung the sign. That was the first room. The second room I had had period blood stains and so on starkly on the top duvet and stank of urine. Just completely disgusting and horrific.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

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