South Island Holiday Rentals

Start date: Check-in selected.
To Date
End date: Check-out
  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation
  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Our top choices for South Island holiday rentals

Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort
4.5 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (3,258 reviews)
"Location, staff and room was amazing "
Australia
Gino
The price is NZ$332
includes taxes & fees
7 Feb - 8 Feb
Peppers Bluewater Resort

Marsden Lake Resort Central Otago

Marsden Lake Resort Central Otago
5.0 star property
Mount Pisa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,018 reviews)
"Beautiful location and nicely appointed accomodation"
Australia
James
The price is NZ$300
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Marsden Lake Resort Central Otago

Quest Queenstown

Quest Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (444 reviews)
"Clean, quiet and secure. Great food nearby."
United States
BONNIE
The price is NZ$373
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Quest Queenstown

Central Chalets

Central Chalets
3.0 star property
Alexandra
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (168 reviews)
"Beautiful rooms, extra blankets, super friendly and helpful hosts, all in a gorgeous orchard setting."
Australia
Sabina
The price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Central Chalets

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (412 reviews)
"Comfortable stay, friendly staff, clean, quiet, comfortable"
Australia
Blair
The price is NZ$201
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

Hanmer Glamping

Hanmer Glamping
3.5 star property
Hanmer Springs
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Great location "
Australia
sharn
The price is NZ$375
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Hanmer Glamping

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5.0 star property
The Wood
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,392 reviews)
"Beautiful room - clean, quiet and modern. Great location."
Australia
Belle
The price is NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

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, (1,401 reviews)
"Quiet location, modern, clean and within a short drive to the local shopping center and Queenstown. Great view of The Remarkables too "
Australia
James
The price is NZ$298
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments

315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments
3.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (804 reviews)
"Lovely stay as always! Nicely located for casual walks around town"
Australia
LAWRENCE
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments

Milford Road Apartments

Milford Road Apartments
2.0 star property
Te Anau
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is NZ$368
includes taxes & fees
31 Jan - 1 Feb
Milford Road Apartments

Rangiora Eco Holiday Park

Rangiora Eco Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Fernside
7.4 out of 10, Good, (145 reviews)
"Was a but hard to find initially, thought we wrre staying un a A Frame, but , it was clean, tidy and quiet. Would stay again. "
Australia
Tania
The price is NZ$72
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan
Rangiora Eco Holiday Park

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,460 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff"
Australia
Kenya
The price is NZ$315
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Oaks Queenstown Shores Resort

Oaks Queenstown Shores Resort
4.5 star property
Queenstown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,453 reviews)
"Excellent property with responsive staff at a great location."
United States
Kostya
The price is NZ$399
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Oaks Queenstown Shores Resort

Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments

Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments
2.5 star property
Albert Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (119 reviews)
"Nice a clean property. Good amenities such as supermarket, patisserie and restaurant next to the accommodation."
Australia
ashwin kumar
The price is NZ$221
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments

Central Park Apartments

Central Park Apartments
4.5 star property
Cromwell
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (183 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay."
Australia
Trent
The price is NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Central Park Apartments

Glencairn Beauty

Glencairn Beauty
3.5 star property
Twizel
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Kitchen is fully equip and super clean."
Australia
Marpribel
The price is NZ$377
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Glencairn Beauty

March Apartments

March Apartments
3.5 star property
Wakari
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (268 reviews)
"Very nice apartment and equipped kitchen. Loved the gardens all around. We'd stay again when visiting Dunedin!"
United States
Roberta
The price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
March Apartments

Longbourne Lodge

Longbourne Lodge
4.0 star property
Mosgiel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (264 reviews)
"Check/in easy - staff very helpful. Lovely clean accommodation in a beautiful setting. Awesome to allow my dog to stay - thank you "
Australia
Sandra
The price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Longbourne Lodge

Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
3.5 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (729 reviews)
"Staff was nice and helpful "
United States
Pradeep
The price is NZ$333
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Alpine Motel

Mountain Village Bach

Mountain Village Bach
Arthur's Pass
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (161 reviews)
"Lovely cabin, clean tidy and well set up."
New Zealand
ellen s.
The price is NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan
Mountain Village Bach
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in

Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Find out more about South Island

Everything you need to know about South Island holiday rentals

Whether you’re excited for the perfect family holiday, a romantic getaway for two, or the ultimate city break, we’ve got the South Island holiday rental for you. At Expedia, you can take your pick from private holiday homes, apartments, cottages, cabins, villas... The list goes on, and on… and on!

There’s just as wide a choice of amenities, too. Maybe you’re dreaming of your own pool, long evenings in a hot tub, or watching the kids laugh through the day at a waterpark. Maybe you just want a quiet retreat in a pet-friendly apartment. Well, we can help you find it. Hunt out the perfect South Island holiday rental for you by simply entering your desired dates. Then check your favorite filters to narrow down your search. 

South Island holiday rentals: An excellent choice for every season

Whenever you want to travel, a warm welcome awaits you in South Island. If you’re looking for a little peace, consider booking during the quieter months, such as  . For more hustle and bustle, you may prefer to visit in . 

Prices vary throughout the year and depends on the property type. Your chosen location and amenities will impact the cost of your trip, too. A South Island holiday rental often works out to be a fantastic, cost-effective option for groups and families visiting for a few nights or longer. And if a hotel room is just too small, get a holiday rental with multiple bedrooms and shared living spaces to kick back in.  The selection of South Island holiday rentals we have selected for you start as low as NZ$147 per night. Entering your travel dates in the search wizard you might find even better deals!

How to find incredible deals on South Island rentals

At Expedia, we put the best South Island holiday rentals in one place. All you need to do is take your pick. And as we offer book now, pay later options, as well as free cancellation on some properties, you can plan your trip with total peace of mind. You’ll always find a great deal with Expedia. 

To find some top South Island rental deals, enter your travel dates, and sort your search results by price. You can also filter by budget, so you only see accommodation in your ballpark. Next, add any filters you want—and just like that, you’ve built your dream South Island holiday.

If you’re looking for a little inspiration, browse our latest incredible offers, or use the map to view all accommodation in and around South Island. And to unlock even more fantastic deals, bundle your accommodation, flights, and car rental together to save and book with Expedia in complete confidence.