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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, (3,425 reviews)
"The room was clean and staff were friendly. Breakfast was ok."
United States
Mansoor
The price is RM835
RM960 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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, (1,131 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!!"
Australia
Sharon
The price is RM385
RM443 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Lake Resort by Marsden
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, (363 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
Skyrim Lodge
Exterior

4. 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 RM398
RM458 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Suncrest Villas
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, (499 reviews)
"Nice and clean and friendly staff at check in ."
Australia
Scott
The price is RM478
RM558 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Pinewood Motels
A balcony with a table and chairs, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.

6. Quest Queenstown

Quest Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (526 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
AGUSTIN
The price is RM534
RM615 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Quest Queenstown
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a painting, and a view of the outdoors.

7. Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
3.5 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (801 reviews)
"Comfortable rooms, good playground for the kids and just a short walk into town"
Australia
Sarah
Alpine Motel
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, an elevator, a reception desk, and a large forest mural on the wall.

8. Wyndham Garden Queenstown

Wyndham Garden Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (965 reviews)
"Great location, views and room as described. Easy check-in and check-out and handy facilities."
Australia
Mark
The price is RM586
RM674 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Wyndham Garden 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.

9. Highview Apartments

Highview Apartments
3.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (710 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 RM572
RM658 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Highview Apartments
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, (1,595 reviews)
"Awesome, will stay here again!"
Australia
Kathryn
The price is RM594
RM683 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a bed, a kitchen area, and a dining table.

11. Avalon Manor Motel

Avalon Manor Motel
4.0 star property
Motueka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (228 reviews)
"Fantastic friendly host, lovely room, a great place to stay!"
Australia
Iain
The price is RM425
RM489 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Avalon Manor 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.

12. 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 RM515
RM592 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation
A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

13. 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, (1,686 reviews)
"Best stay"
Australia
Rachhdeep
The price is RM628
RM722 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
A modern building complex with a central courtyard, surrounded by mountains.

14. Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments

Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments
2.5 star property
Albert Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (163 reviews)
"Good location"
Australia
Philip
The price is RM409
RM471 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Village Lake" under a twilight sky.

15. 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 RM662
RM761 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Village Lake Apartments
A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a mountain view.

16. 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, (1,210 reviews)
"Had a great stay Awesome staff"
Australia
Kyle
The price is RM595
RM684 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of snow-capped mountains.

17. 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 RM793
RM912 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts
A multi-story hotel with balconies, set against a mountainous backdrop.

18. Mountain View Exchange

Mountain View Exchange
2.0 star property
Frankton
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (6 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Super close to the airport and everything was perfect "
Australia
Amanda
The price is RM604
RM694 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Mountain View Exchange
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, (240 reviews)
"Nice view"
Singapore
GERALDINE HUEY YING
The price is RM563
RM648 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
The Wheelhouse Inn
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.

20. Punga Grove

Punga Grove
3.0 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (291 reviews)
"Perfect location, spacious clean rooms and good facilities. Friendly and helpful staff."
United Kingdom
David
The price is RM563
RM648 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Punga Grove
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