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Our top choices for South Island holiday rentals

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1. Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort
4.5 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (3,433 reviews)
"Beautiful property in a perfect location. Will definitely come back."
United States
Perlita
The price is RM781
RM898 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
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, (1,136 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!!"
Australia
Sharon
The price is RM421
RM484 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Lake Resort by Marsden
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3. Suncrest Villas

Suncrest Villas
3.0 star property
Cromwell
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"The place looks brand new and is well appointed."
Australia
Willie
The price is RM392
RM451 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Suncrest Villas
A balcony with a table and chairs, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.

4. Quest Queenstown

Quest Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (529 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
AGUSTIN
The price is RM565
RM650 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Quest Queenstown
A building named 'Skyrim Lodge' on Jimmy's Lane with a starry night sky.

5. Skyrim Lodge

Skyrim Lodge
3.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (364 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay at Skyrim Lodge, with the accommodation and communication surpassing our expectations. Just a short walk to the lake and many coffee/dinner options, plus a beautiful view of the stars."
Australia
Samantha
The price is RM950
RM1,123 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Skyrim Lodge
A modern cabin-style hotel with a large deck and a mountain backdrop.

6. Glenfern Villas

Glenfern Villas
4.5 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (383 reviews)
"Great place to stay will come back again."
Australia
Don
The price is RM678
RM780 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Glenfern Villas
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 RM712
RM818 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts
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.

8. Highview Apartments

Highview Apartments
3.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (716 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 RM704
RM810 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Highview Apartments
A compact kitchen with a built-in oven, microwave, and a window overlooking a wooden deck.

9. 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 RM470
RM549 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Pinewood Motels
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, an elevator, a reception desk, and a large forest mural on the wall.

10. 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 RM449
RM517 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Wyndham Garden Queenstown
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, (1,698 reviews)
"The room was nice and clean, check in was very fast and easy. Definitely recommend plus it’s close to the airport which is perfect"
Australia
Jayme
The price is RM620
RM713 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
A modern building complex with a central courtyard, surrounded by mountains.

12. 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 RM451
RM518 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Village Lake" under a twilight sky.

13. 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 RM652
RM749 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Village Lake Apartments
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a bed, a kitchen area, and a dining table.

14. 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 RM405
RM466 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Avalon Manor Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a painting, and a view of the outdoors.

15. 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 RM631
RM726 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Alpine Motel
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a coffee machine. There is a dining table with chairs and a hanging light fixture.

16. 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 RM710
RM817 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation
A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a mountain view.

17. 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, (1,213 reviews)
"Had a great stay Awesome staff"
Australia
Kyle
The price is RM610
RM702 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park
A wooden cabin with a green roof, large windows, and a picnic table in front.

18. Central Chalets

Central Chalets
3.0 star property
Alexandra
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (206 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay with the family. Comfortable chalet. The spa pool was a bonus!"
Australia
Simon
The price is RM326
RM375 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Central Chalets
A modern house with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a view of the mountains.

19. The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (426 reviews)
"Good stay in a beautiful location and helpful friendly staff"
Australia
Anna
The price is RM376
RM433 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
A hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a parking area.

20. 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 RM409
RM470 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Hanmer Apartments
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

10/10 Excellent
"If you stay here, the surcharge for a guaranteed mountain view room is well worth it — a glorious sight to wake up to!"
Evelyn 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

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