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Our top choices for South Island holiday rentals

Front of property

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 RM683
RM786 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Peppers Bluewater Resort
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

2. 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 RM435
RM501 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Punga Grove
Exterior

3. 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 RM759
RM873 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Mantra Lake Tekapo
Exterior

4. 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 RM469
RM539 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Lake Resort by Marsden
Interior

5. 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 RM583
RM671 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
The Wheelhouse Inn
View from room

6. 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 RM535
RM615 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Manata Lodge
Exterior

7. 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 RM396
RM455 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Terrace/patio

8. 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 RM430
RM495 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Quest Queenstown
View from room

9. Avalon Manor Motel

Avalon Manor Motel
4.0 star property
Motueka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (224 reviews)
"Fantastic friendly host, lovely room, a great place to stay!"
Australia
Iain
The price is RM369
RM424 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Avalon Manor Motel
Exterior

10. 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 RM475
RM547 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Central Park Apartments
Terrace/patio

11. 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 RM515
RM592 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Picton Waterfront Apartments
Exterior

12. 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 RM374
RM431 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Longbourne Lodge
Exterior

13. 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, (1,639 reviews)
"Great staff, great location, great times."
Canada
MohammadJavad
The price is RM457
RM525 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, individually decorated

14. 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 RM343
RM394 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Central Chalets
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, individually decorated

15. 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, (856 reviews)
"Great accommodation and good location "
Canada
Doug
The price is RM792
RM911 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts
Living area

16. Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
3.5 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (786 reviews)
"Location great beds cleanliness parking Thank you"
Australia
maureen
The price is RM538
RM619 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Alpine Motel
View from room

17. Akaroa Village Inn

Akaroa Village Inn
3.0 star property
Akaroa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (157 reviews)
"X"
Australia
Beau
The price is RM329
RM379 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Akaroa Village Inn
Lobby

18. 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 RM405
RM466 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Wyndham Garden Queenstown
LCD TV

19. 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 RM408
RM469 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Highview Apartments
Beach nearby, beach towels, rowing

20. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (245 reviews)
"Spacious room with large comfortable bed"
Australia
Nic
The price is RM362
RM416 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Beaches Nelson
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Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport

8/10 Good
"Good solid airport offering. Did the job nicely for an early morning flight and useful shuttle service although walkable if needed. Does what it says on the tin."
Trevor 1-night trip
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Sudima Christchurch Airport

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