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Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels - Te Anau - Patio
Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels
Te Anau, New Zealand
8.1Very good(3290)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
C$ 53+
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West Fitzroy Apartments - Christchurch - Bedroom
West Fitzroy Apartments
Christchurch Central City
8.7Very good(1406)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 153+
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Parautane Lodge - Nelson - Patio
Parautane Lodge
Nelson, New Zealand
9.0Wonderful(218)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
C$ 274+
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Blue Peaks Apartments - Queenstown - Building
Blue Peaks Apartments
Queenstown, New Zealand
8.8Very good(755)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 393+
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Fiordland Lodge - Te Anau - Lounge
Fiordland Lodge
Te Anau, New Zealand
8.9Very good(104)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
C$ 1,278+
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Tukare Lookout - Te Anau - Living room
Tukare Lookout
Te Anau, New Zealand
10Wonderful(3)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 922+
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Amity Serviced Apartments - Queenstown - Balcony
Amity Serviced Apartments
Queenstown, New Zealand
8.0Very good(1797)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 139+
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Wanaka Springs Lodge - Wanaka - Bedroom
Wanaka Springs Lodge
Wanaka, New Zealand
8.4Very good(441)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
C$ 259+
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Te Anau Top 10 Holiday Park and Motels - Te Anau - Bedroom
Te Anau Top 10 Holiday Park and Motels
Te Anau, New Zealand
8.1Very good(737)
Parking
C$ 104+
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Garden Court Suites And Apartments - Queenstown - Beach
Garden Court Suites And Apartments
Queenstown, New Zealand
8.2Very good(2141)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 206+
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Terra Vive Luxury Suites & Apartments - Christchurch - Kitchen
Terra Vive Luxury Suites & Apartments
Christchurch Central City
8.7Very good(504)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 141+
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Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch - Christchurch - Living room
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
Papanui
8.5Very good(2205)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
C$ 91+
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Alpine View Lodge - Wanaka - Bedroom
Alpine View Lodge
Wanaka, New Zealand
8.5Very good(273)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 213+
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Melbourne Lodge Bed & Breakfast - Queenstown - Balcony
Melbourne Lodge Bed & Breakfast
Queenstown, New Zealand
8.2Very good(2978)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 157+
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Kepler Retreat - Te Anau Holiday Home - Te Anau - Building
Kepler Retreat - Te Anau Holiday Home
Te Anau, New Zealand
6.9Okay(28)
C$ 401+
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Greenacres Alpine Chalets & Villas - Hanmer Springs
Greenacres Alpine Chalets & Villas
Hanmer Springs, New Zealand
8.4Very good(1823)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
C$ 133+
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Low season

June

High season

December

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 270

Average price (weekend night)

C$ 216
Cheapest month to stay with an average 37% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 12% rise in price.
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Top tips for finding the perfect South Island vacation rental

  • Vacation rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their vacation rental in South Island for 3 days.
  • Vacation rentals in South Island are around 22% cheaper than hotels on average. Search here to compare prices for all accommodation types in South Island.
  • The city in South Island with the most affordable vacation homes is Te Anau, with around 154 properties and an average price of C$ 67. The most popular vacation rentals in South Island among KAYAK users are Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels, Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau, and Fiordland Great Views Holiday Park.

FAQs when booking a vacation home in South Island

  • How much is a vacation rental in South Island for tonight?

    In the last 72 hours, users have found South Island vacation rentals for tonight for as low as C$ 74. Search here for similar prices

  • How much is a vacation rental for a week in South Island?

    The average price for a weekly South Island vacation rental found by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks is C$ 470.

  • How much is a vacation rental for a month in South Island?

    The average price for a monthly South Island vacation rental found by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks is C$ 2,016.

  • What types of vacation rentals are available in South Island?

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

  • What are some of the most-loved vacation rentals available in South Island?

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

  • Are there any pet-friendly vacation rentals in South Island?

    There are a number of dog and pet-friendly South Island vacation rentals, with around 6% allowing you to bring your pet along with you.

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