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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, (3,401 reviews)
"Great location, lovely property with incredible views."
Australia
Antoniette
The price is RM571
RM657 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
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, (1,120 reviews)
"We had a beautiful view of the mountains and the lake below our room. The staff was friendly and helpful."
United States
David
The price is RM384
RM441 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Lake Resort by Marsden
A living room with a large TV, a glass coffee table, a grey sofa, and a view of a mountain landscape through open doors.

3. 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 RM593
RM682 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Manata Lodge
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, (517 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
AGUSTIN
The price is RM418
RM480 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Quest Queenstown
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, (498 reviews)
"Property is nice and clean. Check in process is not good. No reception after 8.00pm."
Australia
Amitkumar
The price is RM441
RM515 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Pinewood Motels
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.

6. 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 RM423
RM486 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Punga Grove
A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

7. 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, (1,657 reviews)
"Fantastic spot, beautiful views and close access to public transport too. Rooms were very nice and pristine. Had a great stay and thank you 🙌"
Australia
Angela
The price is RM436
RM501 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
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8. Suncrest Villas

Suncrest Villas
3.0 star property
Cromwell
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"The place looks brand new and is well appointed."
Australia
Willie
The price is RM400
RM460 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Suncrest Villas
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of snow-capped mountains.

9. 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, (859 reviews)
"Great location especially if you are planning to ski at Cardrona or Treble Cone."
Australia
Suvomoy
The price is RM695
RM800 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts
A swimming pool with a wooden table, a bottle, and glasses.

10. Mantra Lake Tekapo

Mantra Lake Tekapo
4.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (722 reviews)
"Clean apartment and nice stay."
Canada
Dominic
The price is RM989
RM1,137 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Mantra Lake Tekapo
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a painting, and a view of the outdoors.

11. Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
3.5 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (794 reviews)
"Comfortable rooms, good playground for the kids and just a short walk into town"
Australia
Sarah
The price is RM441
RM507 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Alpine Motel
A modern building with large glass windows and a mountain backdrop.

12. Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,587 reviews)
"Awesome, will stay here again!"
Australia
Kathryn
The price is RM594
RM684 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, an elevator, a reception desk, and a large forest mural on the wall.

13. Wyndham Garden Queenstown

Wyndham Garden Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (950 reviews)
"Great location, views and room as described. Easy check-in and check-out and handy facilities."
Australia
Mark
The price is RM360
RM415 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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.

14. Highview Apartments

Highview Apartments
3.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (696 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 RM500
RM574 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Highview Apartments
A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a balcony.

15. 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 RM506
RM581 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Central Park Apartments
A room with a sofa, a table with chairs, and a view of a balcony with a table and chairs.

16. Clear Ridge Apartments

Clear Ridge Apartments
5.0 star property
Hanmer Springs
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (515 reviews)
"Great location, very spacious, clean, helpful hosts and excellent value for money"
Australia
Anna
The price is RM610
RM701 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Clear Ridge Apartments
A modern building complex with a central courtyard, surrounded by mountains.

17. Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments

Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments
2.5 star property
Albert Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (160 reviews)
"Good location"
Australia
Philip
The price is RM412
RM473 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments
A hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a parking area.

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 RM410
RM471 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hanmer Apartments
A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a mountain view.

19. 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, (1,202 reviews)
"Great location, lots of options for eating, shopping etc. free parking is a bonus"
Australia
Jennifer
The price is RM448
RM515 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park
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, (1,494 reviews)
"Great spot , beautiful rooms"
Australia
Tyson
The price is RM557
RM641 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Avani Queenstown Hotel
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

10/10 Excellent
"We absolutely loved this hotel! Staff was very friendly, facilities were clean and was in a great location to Queenstown city center."
Mark 4-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Rendezvous Heritage Hotel Queenstown

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