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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, (3,420 reviews)
"This was beautiful place that was walkable to the cafes and lake!"
Singapore
Aloysius
The price is NZ$419
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 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, (1,130 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!!"
Australia
Sharon
The price is NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Lake Resort by Marsden
A balcony with a table and chairs, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.

3. 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 NZ$209
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Quest Queenstown
A compact kitchen with a built-in oven, microwave, and a window overlooking a wooden deck.

4. 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 NZ$212
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Pinewood Motels
A neatly made bed with a dark blue bedspread and pillows, two bedside lamps, a window with a dark blind, and a small wooden nightstand.

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 NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Suncrest Villas
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a painting, and a view of the outdoors.

6. 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
The price is NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Alpine Motel
A modern building with large glass windows and a mountain backdrop.

7. Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,593 reviews)
"Awesome, will stay here again!"
Australia
Kathryn
The price is NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

8. 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, (1,684 reviews)
"Best stay"
Australia
Rachhdeep
The price is NZ$213
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park 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, (707 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 NZ$280
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Highview Apartments
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, an elevator, a reception desk, and a large forest mural on the wall.

10. Wyndham Garden Queenstown

Wyndham Garden Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (962 reviews)
"Great location, views and room as described. Easy check-in and check-out and handy facilities."
Australia
Mark
The price is NZ$196
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Wyndham Garden Queenstown
A modern building complex with a central courtyard, surrounded by mountains.

11. Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments

Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments
2.5 star property
Albert Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (162 reviews)
"Good location"
Australia
Philip
The price is NZ$196
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments
A living room with a large TV, a glass coffee table, a grey sofa, and a view of a mountain landscape through open doors.

12. Manata Lodge

Manata Lodge
4.0 star property
Lower Shotover
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (200 reviews)
"Lovely stay Very comfortable Great accommodation Peaceful setting Warm and welcoming"
New Zealand
Dianne
The price is NZ$280
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Manata Lodge
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a bed, a kitchen area, and a dining table.

13. Avalon Manor Motel

Avalon Manor Motel
4.0 star property
Motueka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (227 reviews)
"Fantastic friendly host, lovely room, a great place to stay!"
Australia
Iain
The price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Avalon Manor Motel
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.

14. 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 NZ$221
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Punga Grove
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of snow-capped mountains.

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, (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 NZ$343
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a coffee machine. There is a dining table with chairs and a hanging light fixture.

16. 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 NZ$305
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation
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, (726 reviews)
"Clean apartment and nice stay."
Canada
Dominic
The price is NZ$541
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Mantra Lake Tekapo
A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a mountain view.

18. 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 NZ$238
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, and a chair.

19. 315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments

315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments
3.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (873 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 NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments
A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a balcony.

20. 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 NZ$238
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Central Park Apartments
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Receptionists were extremely helpful. Breakfast was very good with plenty of choices Overall 8.5/10."
Tony 4-night trip
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Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

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