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Superior Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Lake View | Terrace/patio

1. Guide Hill Station Lodge

Tekapo

€206

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

2. Cardrona Hotel

Cardrona

Emilla

€92

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

3. Sudima Kaikoura

Kaikoura

Maree

€106

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

4. Novotel Christchurch Airport

Christchurch Airport

Raymond

€141

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

5. Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

Punakaiki

Kaye

€73

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

6. Edgewater

Wanaka

Kim

€141

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

Ocean View Deluxe Twin Room | Beach/ocean view

7. Beachfront Hotel

Hokitika

Matthew

€80

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

8. Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Blenheim CBD

Ian

€67

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

9. Heartland Hotel Haast

Haast

Fiona

€68

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

10. Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

Kawarau Falls

Zujian

€180

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

Free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, individually decorated, bed sheets

11. Andorra Motel

Geraldine

Dianne

€90

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

Economy Double Room, Park View | Exterior

12. Hotel Hari Hari

Hari Hari

13. Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

Frankton

Gerhard

€158

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

14. Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

Frankton

Arby Batinga

€103

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

15. Alpine Lodge

St. Arnaud

Karen

€71

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

16. Commodore Airport Hotel

Burnside

Carly

€112

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

17. Braemar Lodge And Spa

Hanmer Springs

Tracy

€123

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

18. Fable Dunedin

Dunedin City Centre

Rebecca

€90

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

19. DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown

Kawarau Falls

Sophie

€128

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

20. Kamana Lakehouse

Fernhill

MAXINE

€180

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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Holiday Rentals in South Island

Holiday Home

Mini-fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking (Skyrim One Bedroom Suite)

Skyrim Lodge

Lake Tekapo

"Lovely room with a scenic view over the mountains around the region. Absolutely chuffed with what we got for a last minute booking, would stay here again."

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Executive Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

Executive Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Fireplace | Private kitchenette

Punga Grove

Franz Josef Glacier

"Perfect location, spacious clean rooms and good facilities. Friendly and helpful staff."

Aparthotel

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

Frankton

"Great staff, great location, great times."

Aparthotel

Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation

Hokitika

"Beautiful historic building in great location. Easy walk to the beach and town. "

Treehouse

Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Rainforest Deluxe

Franz Josef Glacier

"Absolutely beautiful location with well equipped rooms"

Aparthotel

Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Lake Resort by Marsden

Mount Pisa

"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!!!"

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Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Mountain View | Living area

Executive Studio, 1 King Bed, Balcony | View from room

Quest Queenstown

Frankton

"Nice and clean room with wonderful amenities. Very friendly staff."

Aparthotel

Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, individually decorated

Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts

Wanaka

"Great accommodation and good location "

Aparthotel

One Bedroom Apartment - Family | Living area

Avalon Manor Motel

Motueka

"Fantastic friendly host, lovely room, a great place to stay!"

Aparthotel

Alpine Two Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Queenstown

"Awesome, will stay here again!"

Aparthotel

Apartment, 1 Queen Bed | Private kitchen

SiloStay

Little River

"Unusual property with clever use of space. Comfortable and quiet with restaurant next door. Hosts and information provided excellent!"

Aparthotel

Alpine Motel

Wanaka

"Location great beds cleanliness parking Thank you"

Aparthotel

Two Bedroom Apartment - 3 Night Package | Living area

Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments

Albert Town

"Good location"

Aparthotel

Executive Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Jetted Tub | Private kitchen

Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Beaches Nelson

Tahunanui

"Spacious room with large comfortable bed"

Aparthotel

43-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, DVD player

Glenfern Villas

Franz Josef Glacier

"Great place to stay will come back again."

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A mountain path with snow-capped peaks and green vegetation.

Aoraki / Mount Cook

9.6/10 (613 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Aoraki / Mount Cook and enjoy the stunning glacier views during your trip to Mount Cook. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.

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A clear mountain stream surrounded by lush greenery and snow-capped peaks in the background.

Mount Cook National Park

9.8/10 (179 reviews)

Ski on a glacier, enjoy hot springs and tackle the peak where Sir Edmund Hillary trained for Everest in this spectacular part of New Zealand.

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A mountain range with a lake reflecting the peaks.

Milford Sound

9.6/10 (22 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Milford Sound during your travels in Fiordland National Park. Discover the area's waterfalls and glaciers.

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A coastal town with a harbor, mountains in the background, and a clear sky.

Lyttelton Harbour

8.6/10 (1,052 reviews)

Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.

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A mountain range with snow-capped peaks, a dense forest, and a turquoise lake.

Lake Pukaki

9.6/10 (937 reviews)

Be amazed by the color of the lake against the snowy backdrop of Aoraki/Mount Cook as you hike, drive or ride through this incredibly picturesque landscape.

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A calm river with trees and grass on both sides.

Hagley Park

9.2/10 (2,450 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Hagley Park, a lovely green space in Christchurch. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

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Learn more about South Island

Larger, less populated and harder to reach than the northern “Main Island,” this area features New Zealand’s longest glacier, its highest mountain and much more.

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Top reasons to visit South Island

Stunning Scenery: South Island boasts breathtaking landscapes, from serene lakes to majestic mountains, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.
Adventure Activities: Experience thrilling pursuits like skiing at Roundhill Ski Area and a variety of water sports.
Charming Cities: Explore picturesque towns like Queenstown and Nelson, rich in culture and local attractions.
Relaxing Hot Springs: Unwind in rejuvenating hot springs, ideal for those seeking tranquillity and relaxation.
Diverse Accommodation: Enjoy a range of lodging options, from charming hotels to luxury stays, catering to all travellers.

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Our top choices for South Island hotels

1. Guide Hill Station Lodge

2. Cardrona Hotel

3. Sudima Kaikoura

4. Novotel Christchurch Airport

5. Scenic Hotel Punakaiki

6. Edgewater

7. Beachfront Hotel

8. Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

9. Heartland Hotel Haast

10. Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa

11. Andorra Motel

12. Hotel Hari Hari

13. Sudima Queenstown Five Mile

14. Holiday Inn Queenstown Remarkables Park by IHG

15. Alpine Lodge

16. Commodore Airport Hotel

17. Braemar Lodge And Spa

18. Fable Dunedin

19. DoubleTree by Hilton Queenstown

20. Kamana Lakehouse

Holiday Rentals in South Island

Skyrim Lodge

Punga Grove

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation

Rainforest Deluxe

Lake Resort by Marsden

Quest Queenstown

Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts

Avalon Manor Motel

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

SiloStay

Alpine Motel

Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments

Beaches Nelson

Glenfern Villas

Stay near popular South Island attractions

Aoraki / Mount Cook

Mount Cook National Park

Milford Sound

Lyttelton Harbour

Lake Pukaki

Hagley Park

Learn more about South Island

Top South Island Hotel Reviews

Find out more about South Island

Top reasons to visit South Island

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