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Our top choices for South Island vacation 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, (3,381 reviews)
"Great location and great rooms"
Australia
BOBBY
The price is P9,030
P10,384 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Peppers Bluewater Resort
A building named 'Skyrim Lodge' on Jimmy's Lane with a starry night sky.

2. Skyrim Lodge

Skyrim Lodge
3.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (348 reviews)
"This small but perfectly adequate room was perfect for our overnight stay. The only hutch was our aircon didn't work on a very morning but everything else was great"
Australia
Cheryl
The price is P7,647
P9,041 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Skyrim Lodge
A view from a room with a large window overlooking a grassy area with a body of water and mountains in the distance.

3. Lot 7 - Studios & Apartments

Lot 7 - Studios & Apartments
3.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (20 reviews)
"The property was amazing, right on the lake and close to everything. We were upgraded to a lake front room and it was stunning. Highly recommend staying here."
Australia
Jennifer
The price is P8,593
P9,882 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Lot 7 - Studios & Apartments
A swimming pool with a wooden table, a bottle, and glasses.

4. 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 P13,368
P15,373 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Mantra Lake Tekapo
A wooden cabin with a green roof, large windows, and a picnic table in front.

5. Central Chalets

Central Chalets
3.0 star property
Alexandra
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (195 reviews)
"Modern; Clean; Plenty of space for 2 people; Quiet."
Australia
Trevor
The price is P5,399
P6,209 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Central Chalets
A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a balcony.

6. Central Park Apartments

Central Park Apartments
4.5 star property
Cromwell
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (209 reviews)
"Our room was clean and so far the most easiest check in ever. We had booked the place for a couple of nights and it did not disappoint"
Australia
Abdul Mozil
The price is P6,946
P7,988 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Central Park Apartments
A row of waterfront cottages with balconies, wooden decks, and a mountain backdrop.

7. Lake Resort by Marsden

Lake Resort by Marsden
5.0 star property
Mount Pisa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,110 reviews)
"Wonderful stay of five nights! Awesome rooms, superb location, next level breakfasts, staff so friendly & accomodating! 4 mins to Cromwell & so close to all the other amazing places - Clyde, Bannockburn, Wanaka, Queenstown, Alexandra & lots of either quaint places. Will definitely be back!!!"
Australia
hamish
The price is P7,618
P8,761 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Lake Resort by Marsden
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.

8. Punga Grove

Punga Grove
3.0 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (284 reviews)
"Great location,nice rooms. "
Australia
Milena
The price is P5,115
P5,882 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Punga Grove
A row of wooden cabins with red roofs, each featuring a covered porch and outdoor seating.

9. Longbourne Lodge

Longbourne Lodge
4.0 star property
Mosgiel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (277 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 P5,574
P6,410 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Longbourne Lodge
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a bed, a kitchen area, and a dining table.

10. Avalon Manor Motel

Avalon Manor Motel
4.0 star property
Motueka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (223 reviews)
"Fantastic friendly host, lovely room, a great place to stay!"
Australia
Iain
The price is P5,655
P6,503 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Avalon Manor Motel
A balcony with a table and chairs, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.

11. Quest Queenstown

Quest Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (506 reviews)
"Nice and clean room with wonderful amenities. Very friendly staff."
Australia
Ranveer
The price is P6,599
P7,588 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Quest Queenstown
A hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a parking area.

12. 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 P6,472
P7,443 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Hanmer Apartments
A balcony with two wooden chairs and a small table, overlooking a calm lake with boats and mountains in the background.

13. Akaroa Village Inn

Akaroa Village Inn
3.0 star property
Akaroa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (155 reviews)
"The room was everything it claimed to be, the staff, polite friendly and helpful. I had a really enjoyable 3 night stay."
Australia
Peter
The price is P5,052
P5,809 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Akaroa Village Inn
A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

14. 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, (1,621 reviews)
"Very helpful staff, room was very clean"
Australia
Amanda
The price is P7,483
P8,605 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.

15. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5.0 star property
The Wood
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,425 reviews)
"Great property"
Australia
Damian
The price is P3,829
P4,403 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, an elevator, a reception desk, and a large forest mural on the wall.

16. Wyndham Garden Remarkables Park Queenstown

Wyndham Garden Remarkables Park Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (940 reviews)
"Nice, tidy hotel, close to the airport and bus stop. Staff were very welcoming and helpful. Would recommend."
Australia
Madeleine
The price is P6,472
P7,443 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Wyndham Garden Remarkables Park Queenstown
A wide beach with a clear sky and distant mountains.

17. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (243 reviews)
"Great location and great room with space to make you feel at home. The hosts were friendly and everything was very easy"
Australia
Nathan
The price is P5,555
P6,388 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Beaches Nelson

18. Suncrest Villas

Suncrest Villas
3.0 star property
Cromwell
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"They were great! Very friendly and accommodating with anything! Very nice staff!"
United States
Louis
The price is P6,327
P7,276 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
Suncrest Villas
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, (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 P6,460
P7,429 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
The Wheelhouse Inn
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

8/10 Good
"The check in and out process was super easy and the room was nice for what we needed it for. The fridge wasn't turned on when we got there (no issue but just to be mindful) so we had to pull it out to turn it on! The bathroom and bed was tidy, and the heat-pump was very appreciated. The location is a little bit further than we thought it was as we didn't have a car, but thankful it didn't rain while we were there and the bus stop was a 5-10 minute walk away. Close to amenities such as a supermarket (New World), a cinema, and some local cafes and shops. The view in front of the hotel was stunning, and considering our proximity to the airport, we couldn't hear any planes landing or taking off. We could hear a little bit from rooms above and next to us, so something to consider if you are a light sleeper."
Dana 3-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

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