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Our top choices for South Island holiday rentals

A modern building with a large patio area, a mountain in the background, and a body of water in the foreground.

1. Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort
4.5 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (3,395 reviews)
"The staff were very friendly and helpful we would definitely stay there again"
United Kingdom
Sophie
The price is RM679
RM781 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Peppers Bluewater Resort
A row of waterfront cottages with balconies, wooden decks, and a mountain backdrop.

2. Lake Resort by Marsden

Lake Resort by Marsden
5.0 star property
Mount Pisa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,115 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Nice view"
Australia
Eva
The price is RM429
RM493 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Lake Resort by Marsden
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, (285 reviews)
"Perfect location, spacious clean rooms and good facilities. Friendly and helpful staff."
United Kingdom
David
The price is RM433
RM498 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Punga Grove
A swimming pool with a wooden table, a bottle, and glasses.

4. Mantra Lake Tekapo

Mantra Lake Tekapo
4.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (719 reviews)
"Nice clean rooms and kitchen great location"
United States
HARDIK
The price is RM1,013
RM1,164 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Mantra Lake Tekapo
A balcony with a table and chairs, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.

5. Quest Queenstown

Quest Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (514 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
AGUSTIN
The price is RM428
RM492 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Quest Queenstown
A modern building complex with a central courtyard, surrounded by mountains.

6. Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments

Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments
2.5 star property
Albert Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (156 reviews)
"Good location"
Australia
Philip
The price is RM421
RM484 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments
A balcony with a view of a marina, boats, and a hilly landscape.

7. Picton Waterfront Apartments

Picton Waterfront Apartments
4.0 star property
Picton
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (274 reviews)
"Beautiful view, clean and well equipped apartment, very helpful with checking in. Loved our stay"
United States
Lee
The price is RM563
RM647 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Picton Waterfront Apartments
A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

8. La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,643 reviews)
"Great staff, great location, great times."
Canada
MohammadJavad
The price is RM434
RM499 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
A modern house with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a view of the mountains.

9. The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (424 reviews)
"The room was excellent. Staff were very friendly and helpful"
Australia
ANNETTE
The price is RM394
RM453 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
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, (787 reviews)
"Location great beds cleanliness parking Thank you"
Australia
maureen
The price is RM473
RM544 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Alpine Motel
A living room with a large TV, a glass coffee table, a grey sofa, and a view of a mountain landscape through open doors.

11. Manata Lodge

Manata Lodge
4.0 star property
Lower Shotover
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (200 reviews)
"Lovely setting...clean as and very comfortable"
New Zealand
Grant
The price is RM532
RM612 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Manata Lodge
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, an elevator, a reception desk, and a large forest mural on the wall.

12. Wyndham Garden Queenstown

Wyndham Garden Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (946 reviews)
"Great location, views and room as described. Easy check-in and check-out and handy facilities."
Australia
Mark
The price is RM370
RM425 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Wyndham Garden Queenstown
A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a balcony.

13. Central Park Apartments

Central Park Apartments
4.5 star property
Cromwell
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (211 reviews)
"Beautiful rooms and really comfortable and quiet. A little out of the main part of town but still very close. The hosts were very friendly and made the stay quite pleasant"
Australia
Nathan
The price is RM473
RM543 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Central Park Apartments
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.

14. Highview Apartments

Highview Apartments
3.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (694 reviews)
"The apartment was exactly as shown, so it was great. Amazing view with everything you could need. Staff was friendly and polite."
Australia
Leonor
The price is RM460
RM529 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Highview Apartments
A wooden cabin with a green roof, large windows, and a picnic table in front.

15. Central Chalets

Central Chalets
3.0 star property
Alexandra
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (197 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay with the family. Comfortable chalet. The spa pool was a bonus!"
Australia
Simon
The price is RM341
RM392 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Central Chalets

16. Suncrest Villas

Suncrest Villas
3.0 star property
Cromwell
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"They were great! Very friendly and accommodating with anything! Very nice staff!"
United States
Louis
The price is RM410
RM471 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Suncrest Villas
A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.

17. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5.0 star property
The Wood
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,429 reviews)
"Our go to for Nelson breaks. Always friendly reception. All ammenities we could ask for in a brief stay. So handy to just walk into town or to dining and events in the evening."
Australia
Nic
The price is RM245
RM282 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
A row of wooden cabins with red roofs, each featuring a covered porch and outdoor seating.

18. Longbourne Lodge

Longbourne Lodge
4.0 star property
Mosgiel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (278 reviews)
"What a charming spot! Sparkling clean, well organized and had everything we needed. Friendly staff too. Just wish we had more time there 😊"
Canada
Tiffany
The price is RM361
RM415 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Longbourne Lodge
A room with a view of a coastal landscape, featuring a table with chairs, a wicker sofa, and a wooden ceiling.

19. The Wheelhouse Inn

The Wheelhouse Inn
3.5 star property
Britannia Heights
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (238 reviews)
"Amazing views, had everything we needed. Wish we would have stayed longer, and would happily stay here again!"
United States
Kate
The price is RM580
RM667 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
The Wheelhouse Inn
A modern outdoor terrace with a glass balustrade overlooking a lake and mountains.

20. Avani Queenstown Hotel

Avani Queenstown Hotel
4.5 star property
Queenstown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,490 reviews)
"restaurant was fantastic"
Australia
Liam Adam Charles
The price is RM571
RM656 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Avani Queenstown Hotel
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LyLo Christchurch Airport

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"Really convenient as close to shops and airport"
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LyLo Christchurch Airport

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