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ensuite room in the central - Hamilton
ensuite room in the central
Hamilton, New Zealand
6.1Okay(7)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 59+
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Queen Bed Room 1 - Hamilton
Queen Bed Room 1
Hamilton, New Zealand
10Wonderful(1)
Parking
C$ 63+
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Queen Bed Room 2 - Hamilton
Queen Bed Room 2
Hamilton, New Zealand
8.5Very good(5)
Parking
C$ 63+
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Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park - Rotorua - Dining room
Rotorua Thermal Holiday Park
Rotorua, New Zealand
8.0Very good(2572)
Parking
Pool
C$ 74+
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Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch - Christchurch - Living room
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
Papanui
8.6Very good(2245)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
C$ 82+
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Tui2 Macandrew Bay - Dunedin
Tui2 Macandrew Bay
Dunedin, New Zealand
9.0Wonderful(316)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
C$ 95+
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Altamont Lodge - Wanaka - Living room
Altamont Lodge
Wanaka, New Zealand
9.0Wonderful(1140)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 129+
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Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments, Lodge & Hotel - Wanaka
Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments, Lodge & Hotel
Wanaka, New Zealand
8.6Very good(461)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 173+
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Jo's Place - Lake Tekapo - Bedroom
Jo's Place
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
7.4Good(95)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
C$ 176+
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Lakes Edge Holiday Park - Lake Tekapo - Beach
Lakes Edge Holiday Park
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
8.4Very good(973)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 179+
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Te Wanaka Lodge - Wanaka - Living room
Te Wanaka Lodge
Wanaka, New Zealand
7.6Good(1512)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Spa
C$ 200+
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The Mackenzie Suites - Lake Tekapo - Bedroom
The Mackenzie Suites
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
9.5Wonderful(1648)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 259+
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The 1 With The View - Wanaka - Pool
The 1 With The View
Wanaka, New Zealand
9.0Wonderful(35)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 337+
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Comfort Meets Flexibility in this 2-4-1 Deal - Wellington
Comfort Meets Flexibility in this 2-4-1 Deal
Te Aro
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 368+
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Wanaka Riverside Apartment - Wanaka
Wanaka Riverside Apartment
Wanaka, New Zealand
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 375+
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Minaret Station Alpine Lodge - Wanaka - Living room
Minaret Station Alpine Lodge
Wanaka, New Zealand
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 2,839+
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KAYAK’s insights for vacation rentals in New Zealand

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in New Zealand with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest vacation rental rates in New Zealand?

Vacation rentals are cheapest in New Zealand in January, with average rates of C$ 170. In comparison, June is the most expensive month, with prices at C$ 673.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a vacation rental in New Zealand?

Wednesday offers the lowest rates in New Zealand, with an average nightly price of C$ 246. The highest prices are found on Thursday, with average rates at C$ 2,750.
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Low season

June

High season

July

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 204

Average price (weekend night)

C$ 193
Cheapest month to stay with an average 29% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 15% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Top tips for finding the perfect New Zealand vacation rental

  • If you’re looking for a cheap vacation rental in New Zealand, you should consider visiting during the low season. The cheapest vacation homes in New Zealand can be found in April and March.
  • The cheapest night for renting a vacation home in New Zealand is Sunday. In contrast, the most expensive is Friday.
  • Vacation rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their vacation rental in New Zealand for 5 days.
  • The cheapest New Zealand vacation rental found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 195, while the most expensive was C$ 195.
  • Kitchen/Kitchenette, hot tub, pool, air-conditioned, airport shuttle, parking, wifi, and 24-hour front desk are the most popular vacation rental property amenities in New Zealand
  • Vacation rentals in New Zealand are around 6% cheaper than hotels on average. Search here to compare prices for all accommodation types in New Zealand.
  • Waikato is the region in New Zealand with the most affordable vacation rental properties, with around 3,975 properties and an average price of C$ 86 per night. The most popular vacation homes in Waikato are ensuite room in the central, Blue Marlin Apartments, and Coromandel Shelly Beach Top 10 Holiday Park.

FAQs when booking a vacation home in New Zealand

  • What is the most popular vacation rental destination in New Zealand?

    Based on KAYAK vacation rental searches, the most popular destination is Auckland (14% of total searches to New Zealand). The next most popular destinations are Queenstown (13%) and Christchurch (9%). Searches for vacation rentals in Wanaka (6%), Lake Tekapo (6%) and Hamilton (6%) are also popular.

  • How much is a vacation rental in New Zealand for tonight?

    In the last 72 hours, users have found New Zealand vacation rentals for tonight for as low as C$ 28. Search here for similar prices

  • What types of vacation rentals are available in New Zealand?

    There are loads of different property types that you can make your vacation home in New Zealand. You’ll find apartments, cabins, chalets, condos, cottages, houses, vacation villages, homestays, lodges, luxury tents, villas, agritourism, campgrounds, bungalows, farm stays, caravan parks, caravans, cruises and barns.

  • What are some of the most-loved vacation rentals available in New Zealand?

    There are many types of properties available for New Zealand vacation rentals. If you’re looking for something special, vacation rentals most loved by KAYAK users are Reavers Lodge and Melbourne Lodge Bed & Breakfast.

  • What are the most popular New Zealand vacation rentals for a large group?

    If you’re a large group then you’ll need plenty of space. The highest rated vacation home that can sleep 6 people or more by KAYAK users is Beech Tree Lodge.

  • Are there any pet-friendly vacation rentals in New Zealand?

    There are a number of dog and pet-friendly New Zealand vacation rentals, with around 7% allowing you to bring your pet along with you.

  • What are the most popular regions of New Zealand for vacation rentals?

    Based on KAYAK vacation rental searches, the most popular region to stay in New Zealand is Auckland. Other popular choices include Otago and Canterbury.

Where to stay in New Zealand?

Our map will help you find the perfect place to stay in New Zealand by showing you the exact location of each vacation home.

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