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Our top choices for South Island holiday rentals

A row of waterfront cottages with balconies, wooden decks, and a mountain backdrop.

1. Lake Resort by Marsden

Lake Resort by Marsden
5.0 star property
Mount Pisa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,136 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!!"
Australia
Sharon
The price is RM389
RM447 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Lake Resort by Marsden
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2. Suncrest Villas

Suncrest Villas
3.0 star property
Cromwell
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Perfect peaceful location, easy distance to Cromwell, Queenstown and Wānaka. We would definitely recommend!"
Australia
Sarah
The price is RM394
RM453 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Suncrest Villas
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a TV, a fireplace, and a sliding glass door leading to a patio with outdoor furniture.

3. Punga Grove

Punga Grove
3.0 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (296 reviews)
"The host was wonderful, we got a fantastic welcoming and she was ready to help us with all the needs and questions we had. The room was spacious and warm, the bathroom was over the top. Comfortable, clean, perfect location."
United States
Paolo
The price is RM558
RM641 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Punga Grove
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a small kitchen area, and a bathroom.

4. Quest Queenstown

Quest Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (530 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
AGUSTIN
The price is RM530
RM609 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Quest Queenstown
A compact kitchen with a built-in oven, microwave, and a window overlooking a wooden deck.

5. Pinewood Motels

Pinewood Motels
3.0 star property
Fairlie
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (500 reviews)
"Place was clean, easy to check in after hours, would stay again."
United States
Garrett
The price is RM474
RM553 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Pinewood Motels
A multi-story hotel with outdoor seating areas and a well-maintained lawn.

6. Clearbrook Motels Wanaka

Clearbrook Motels Wanaka
4.0 star property
Wanaka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (459 reviews)
"Clean, organized, kitchen was well equipped, and beds were excellent. We appreciated the convenience of laundry in the room. This was our second stay here and we continue to highly recommend this motel."
United States
Robert
The price is RM657
RM755 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Clearbrook Motels Wanaka
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of snow-capped mountains.

7. Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts

Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts
4.0 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (869 reviews)
"Amazing views of the lake and mountains from the balcony"
United States
Animikh
The price is RM704
RM810 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts
A modern building complex with a central courtyard, surrounded by mountains.

8. Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments

Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments
2.5 star property
Albert Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (165 reviews)
"Good location"
Australia
Philip
The price is RM446
RM513 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, an elevator, a reception desk, and a large forest mural on the wall.

9. Wyndham Garden Queenstown

Wyndham Garden Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (970 reviews)
"Good place to stay if you want to be near the airport!"
United States
Lourdes
The price is RM444
RM511 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Wyndham Garden Queenstown
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a painting, and a view of the outdoors.

10. Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
3.5 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (804 reviews)
"Just off the Main Street in Franz Josef, close to all the amenities and activities."
United Kingdom
Sarah
The price is RM492
RM566 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Alpine Motel
A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

11. La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,700 reviews)
"Quiet spot nice staff"
Australia
Russell
The price is RM617
RM709 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
A modern living room with a sofa and a glass coffee table, a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a mountain and sea view.

12. Highview Apartments

Highview Apartments
3.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (717 reviews)
"15 min walk to town with the bonus of wonderful views from balcony. Staff so helpful room was amazing spacious and everything we needed"
United Kingdom
Jackie
The price is RM566
RM651 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Highview Apartments
A balcony with a table set for breakfast, overlooking a road and a lake with mountains in the background.

13. Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,602 reviews)
"Awesome, will stay here again!"
Australia
Kathryn
The price is RM545
RM627 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Village Lake" under a twilight sky.

14. Village Lake Apartments

Village Lake Apartments
5.0 star property
Hanmer Springs
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (186 reviews)
"lovely stay"
United Kingdom
amarjeet
The price is RM575
RM662 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Village Lake Apartments
A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a mountain view.

15. Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park
4.0 star property
Frankton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,215 reviews)
"Had a great stay Awesome staff"
Australia
Kyle
The price is RM578
RM665 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park
A hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a parking area.

16. Hanmer Apartments

Hanmer Apartments
4.0 star property
Hanmer Springs
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (337 reviews)
"newly renovated, spacious, clean and friendly, drive to town but not far, easy check in, easy parking, quiet and comfortable, we liked staying there"
Australia
LUPING
The price is RM411
RM473 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Hanmer Apartments
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a bed, a kitchen area, and a dining table.

17. Avalon Manor Motel

Avalon Manor Motel
4.0 star property
Motueka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (229 reviews)
"Super clean, super lovely host, couldn’t be more helpful. Lovely modern room! Fab motel!!"
United Kingdom
Briony
The price is RM407
RM468 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Avalon Manor Motel
A modern interior with a large vase on a pedestal, a staircase, and a window with a view of the outside.

18. Terra Vive Luxury Suites & Apartments

Terra Vive Luxury Suites & Apartments
4.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (887 reviews)
"Definitely a great place to stay !"
Australia
Glenda
The price is RM303
RM348 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Terra Vive Luxury Suites & Apartments
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a coffee machine. There is a dining table with chairs and a hanging light fixture.

19. Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation

Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation
5.0 star property
Hokitika
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (104 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay."
United States
Gregory
The price is RM715
RM822 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation
A lush garden with a variety of trees and shrubs, a small patio area with outdoor furniture, and a view of distant hills.

20. SiloStay

SiloStay
4.5 star property
Little River
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (246 reviews)
"What a great place to stay this is a must "
Australia
Sandra
The price is RM619
RM712 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
SiloStay
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Mi-pad Queenstown

Mi-pad Queenstown

8/10 Good
"It was a great stay, the room was clean, great bathroom and shower, the hotel looks new and well maintained. Most of the staff were incredibly lovely and helpful. Facilities are pretty good, only real downside is there are no kitchenettes, fridges or microwaves available in the rooms or in the common area. If you want to do longer stays in Queenstown I reckon these are essentials, if the way had those things I would say 10/10 it’s the best place to stay."
Young-Bok Victoria 4-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Mi-pad Queenstown

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