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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, (3,404 reviews)
"Great location, lovely property with incredible views."
Australia
Antoniette
$139 nightly
The price is $160
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Total with taxes and fees
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, (1,121 reviews)
"We had a beautiful view of the mountains and the lake below our room. The staff was friendly and helpful."
United States
David
$94 nightly
The price is $108
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
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
$145 nightly
The price is $166
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
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, (518 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
AGUSTIN
$102 nightly
The price is $117
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
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
$100 nightly
The price is $116
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Total with taxes and fees
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
$90 nightly
The price is $106
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
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, (1,659 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
$106 nightly
The price is $122
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
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, (8 reviews)
"The place looks brand new and is well appointed."
Australia
Willie
$84 nightly
The price is $97
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
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
$169 nightly
The price is $194
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Total with taxes and fees
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
$241 nightly
The price is $277
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
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
$98 nightly
The price is $114
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Total with taxes and fees
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
$117 nightly
The price is $138
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Total with taxes and fees
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, (952 reviews)
"Great location, views and room as described. Easy check-in and check-out and handy facilities."
Australia
Mark
$88 nightly
The price is $101
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
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
$104 nightly
The price is $120
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
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
$113 nightly
The price is $132
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
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
$149 nightly
The price is $171
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
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
$91 nightly
The price is $106
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
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
$100 nightly
The price is $115
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
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
$109 nightly
The price is $126
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Total with taxes and fees
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
$136 nightly
The price is $156
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
Avani Queenstown Hotel
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Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

8/10 Good
"Easy to get too, good amenities, good for my family."
Leticia 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

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