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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, (3,428 reviews)
"The room was clean and staff were friendly. Breakfast was ok."
United States
Mansoor
The price is RM791
RM910 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Peppers Bluewater Resort
A building named 'Skyrim Lodge' on Jimmy's Lane with a starry night sky.

2. 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 RM521
RM616 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Skyrim Lodge
A row of waterfront cottages with balconies, wooden decks, and a mountain backdrop.

3. Lake Resort by Marsden

Lake Resort by Marsden
5.0 star property
Mount Pisa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,132 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!!"
Australia
Sharon
The price is RM440
RM506 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Lake Resort by Marsden
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, (528 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
AGUSTIN
The price is RM535
RM616 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Quest Queenstown
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5. 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 RM399
RM459 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Suncrest Villas
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.

6. Highview Apartments

Highview Apartments
3.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (711 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 RM573
RM659 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Highview Apartments
A compact kitchen with a built-in oven, microwave, and a window overlooking a wooden deck.

7. 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 RM477
RM556 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Pinewood Motels
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Village Lake" under a twilight sky.

8. 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 RM621
RM715 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Village Lake Apartments
A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

9. 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, (1,690 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 RM627
RM721 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
A modern building with large glass windows and a mountain backdrop.

10. Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,599 reviews)
"Awesome, will stay here again!"
Australia
Kathryn
The price is RM595
RM684 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of snow-capped mountains.

11. 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, (865 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 RM712
RM818 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, and a chair.

12. 315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments

315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments
3.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (876 reviews)
"Easy checkin with friendly staff. Great parking. Awesome location. It is always our first choice if staying in Dunedin overnight."
Australia
Stacey
The price is RM396
RM456 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments
A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a mountain view.

13. 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, (1,212 reviews)
"Had a great stay Awesome staff"
Australia
Kyle
The price is RM584
RM672 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in dishwasher, and a central island with a sink. There is a dining area with a sofa and a TV in the background.

14. Swiss-Belvillas Coronet Peak

Swiss-Belvillas Coronet Peak
4.0 star property
Arthur's Point
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (18 reviews)
"Nice stay"
Australia
Roneel Saten
The price is RM507
RM583 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Swiss-Belvillas Coronet Peak
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, an elevator, a reception desk, and a large forest mural on the wall.

15. Wyndham Garden Queenstown

Wyndham Garden Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (966 reviews)
"Good place to stay if you want to be near the airport!"
United States
Lourdes
The price is RM489
RM563 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.

16. Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
3.5 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (803 reviews)
"Just off the Main Street in Franz Josef, close to all the amenities and activities."
United Kingdom
Sarah
The price is RM415
RM478 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Alpine Motel
A swimming pool with a wooden table, a bottle, and glasses.

17. Mantra Lake Tekapo

Mantra Lake Tekapo
4.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (731 reviews)
"Good location and helpful staff. Nice and modern amenities."
Canada
Kwok Kwong
The price is RM1,445
RM1,661 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Mantra Lake Tekapo
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

18. 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 RM408
RM469 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Hanmer Apartments
A modern room with a large window overlooking a waterfront, a fireplace, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

19. The Thomas Gregg Apartments

The Thomas Gregg Apartments
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (74 reviews)
"Was an awesome stay amazing room and awesome location will stay again"
Australia
Designer
The price is RM540
RM621 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
The Thomas Gregg Apartments
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, (1,500 reviews)
"Great spot , beautiful rooms"
Australia
Tyson
The price is RM706
RM812 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Avani Queenstown Hotel
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