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Our top choices for South Island vacation rentals

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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
$169 nightly
The price is $194
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Peppers Bluewater Resort
Executive Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

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
$94 nightly
The price is $110
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Punga Grove
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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
$184 nightly
The price is $212
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Mantra Lake Tekapo
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4. Lake Resort by Marsden

Lake Resort by Marsden
5.0 star property
Mount Pisa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,111 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
$123 nightly
The price is $142
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Total with taxes and fees
Lake Resort by Marsden
The Lookout | 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
$138 nightly
The price is $160
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Total with taxes and fees
The Wheelhouse Inn
Large Studio Apartment | 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
$132 nightly
The price is $152
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Total with taxes and fees
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
$88 nightly
The price is $101
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Total with taxes and fees
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Terrace/patio

8. Quest Queenstown

Quest Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (514 reviews)
"Nice and clean room with wonderful amenities. Very friendly staff."
Australia
Ranveer
$106 nightly
The price is $122
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Quest Queenstown
Luxury Spa Studio | View from room

9. 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
$79 nightly
The price is $93
Sep 12 - Sep 13
Total with taxes and fees
Avalon Manor Motel
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10. Central Park Apartments

Central Park Apartments
4.5 star property
Cromwell
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (211 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
$109 nightly
The price is $127
Sep 12 - Sep 13
Total with taxes and fees
Central Park Apartments
Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | 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
$113 nightly
The price is $132
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Total with taxes and fees
Picton Waterfront Apartments
Exterior

12. 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
$83 nightly
The price is $97
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
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
$112 nightly
The price is $129
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
Chalet, 1 Bedroom, Garden Area | Laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

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
$85 nightly
The price is $97
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Total with taxes and fees
Central Chalets
Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), 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
$173 nightly
The price is $201
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Total with taxes and fees
Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts
Superior Queen Studio | Living area | LCD TV

16. Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
3.5 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (785 reviews)
"Location great beds cleanliness parking Thank you"
Australia
maureen
$99 nightly
The price is $115
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Total with taxes and fees
Alpine Motel
View from room

17. Akaroa Village Inn

Akaroa Village Inn
3.0 star property
Akaroa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (156 reviews)
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Australia
Beau
$81 nightly
The price is $93
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
Akaroa Village Inn
Lobby

18. Wyndham Garden Queenstown

Wyndham Garden Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (945 reviews)
"Great location, views and room as described. Easy check-in and check-out and handy facilities."
Australia
Mark
$96 nightly
The price is $110
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees
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 views from the Lake View Apartments were phenomenal. Very clean and cosy."
Australia
Kim
$87 nightly
The price is $101
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
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
$72 nightly
The price is $85
Sep 12 - Sep 13
Total with taxes and fees
Beaches Nelson
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel

8/10 Good
"Very centrally located, great views. Staff helpful. Id stay there without looking anywhere else next time. Make sure you get a lake view room for your wellness!"
Glyn 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
The Godley Hotel

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