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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, (3,419 reviews)
"This was beautiful place that was walkable to the cafes and lake!"
Singapore
Aloysius
The price is RM574
RM660 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Peppers Bluewater Resort
A swimming pool with a wooden table, a bottle, and glasses.

2. Mantra Lake Tekapo

Mantra Lake Tekapo
4.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (726 reviews)
"Clean apartment and nice stay."
Canada
Dominic
The price is RM1,246
RM1,433 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Mantra Lake Tekapo
A building named 'Skyrim Lodge' on Jimmy's Lane with a starry night sky.

3. Skyrim Lodge

Skyrim Lodge
3.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (362 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 RM525
RM621 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Skyrim Lodge
A view from a room with a large window overlooking a grassy area with a body of water and mountains in the distance.

4. Lot 7 - Studios & Apartments

Lot 7 - Studios & Apartments
3.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great room with views. "
Australia
Lynette
The price is RM586
RM674 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Lot 7 - Studios & Apartments
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, (524 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
AGUSTIN
The price is RM459
RM528 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Quest Queenstown
A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

6. 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, (1,679 reviews)
"Best stay"
Australia
Rachhdeep
The price is RM465
RM535 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
A row of waterfront cottages with balconies, wooden decks, and a mountain backdrop.

7. Lake Resort by Marsden

Lake Resort by Marsden
5.0 star property
Mount Pisa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,127 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!!"
Australia
Sharon
The price is RM369
RM424 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Lake Resort by Marsden
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, (706 reviews)
"The accommodation was very clean and comfortable to stay relaxed for a couple of days. It was close to the city centre, so easy to walk 10 mins to visit nice cafes and restaurants . It was also easy to communicate with the reception and number of parking spots were available. Would love to visit again!"
Australia
So Yeon
The price is RM578
RM664 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Highview Apartments
A modern building with large glass windows and a mountain backdrop.

9. Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,591 reviews)
"Awesome, will stay here again!"
Australia
Kathryn
The price is RM558
RM641 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
A modern outdoor terrace with a glass balustrade overlooking a lake and mountains.

10. Avani Queenstown Hotel

Avani Queenstown Hotel
4.5 star property
Queenstown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,497 reviews)
"Great spot , beautiful rooms"
Australia
Tyson
The price is RM580
RM667 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Avani Queenstown Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

11. Southwark Hotel & Apartments

Southwark Hotel & Apartments
4.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,117 reviews)
"As expected, easy check-in and out, good location"
Australia
Matiu
The price is RM318
RM366 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Southwark Hotel & Apartments
A compact kitchen with a built-in oven, microwave, and a window overlooking a wooden deck.

12. Pinewood Motels

Pinewood Motels
3.0 star property
Fairlie
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (499 reviews)
"Nice and clean and friendly staff at check in ."
Australia
Scott
The price is RM443
RM517 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Pinewood Motels
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a painting, and a view of the outdoors.

13. Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
3.5 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (799 reviews)
"Comfortable rooms, good playground for the kids and just a short walk into town"
Australia
Sarah
The price is RM445
RM511 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Alpine Motel
Front of property

14. Quest on Kilmore

Quest on Kilmore
5.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (329 reviews)
"Very nice stuffs, very good location."
Canada
Dawei
The price is RM459
RM528 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Quest on Kilmore
A modern hotel with a prominent 'Baselink Group' sign, large windows, and a corner location with a street view.

15. Quest on Manchester

Quest on Manchester
4.5 star property
Christchurch City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (478 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Australia
Sarah
The price is RM476
RM548 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Quest on Manchester
A multi-story hotel with outdoor seating areas and a well-maintained lawn.

16. Clearbrook Motels Wanaka

Clearbrook Motels Wanaka
4.0 star property
Wanaka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (455 reviews)
"Staff and location was great."
Australia
Natasha
The price is RM660
RM759 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Clearbrook Motels Wanaka
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.

17. Punga Grove

Punga Grove
3.0 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (288 reviews)
"Perfect location, spacious clean rooms and good facilities. Friendly and helpful staff."
United Kingdom
David
The price is RM502
RM577 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Punga Grove
Exterior

18. 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 RM402
RM462 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Suncrest Villas
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of snow-capped mountains.

19. 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, (863 reviews)
"Excellent accommodation - very clean and comfortable. Heating was great and the outdoor area had a wonderful view. Location was also great."
Australia
Cindy
The price is RM666
RM766 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, and a chair.

20. 315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments

315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments
3.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (872 reviews)
"We booked the premium deluxe 1 bedroom for 4 of us. It was huge, clean, 2 tvs, washing machine & dryer in the apartment which was so handy, and such a great location for dinner. Great parking that's off the street, easy check in"
Australia
melissa
The price is RM371
RM427 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments
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Mi-pad Queenstown

Mi-pad Queenstown

10/10 Excellent
"Right in the centre of QT."
Sara 1-night trip
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Mi-pad Queenstown

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