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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(3337)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
€30+
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Kiwi Heritage Homestay - Auckland - Patio
Kiwi Heritage Homestay
Auckland, New Zealand
9.0Wonderful(265)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
€57+
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Empire Apartments - Auckland - Bedroom
Empire Apartments
Grafton
6.6Okay(2516)
€66+
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Quest on Johnston Serviced Apartments - Wellington - Bedroom
Quest on Johnston Serviced Apartments
Wellington Central
8.2Very Good(2045)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€75+
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Pinewood Queenstown - Queenstown
Pinewood Queenstown
Queenstown, New Zealand
7.1Good(3564)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
€80+
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Cotman Cottage on Coatesville - Kumeu
Cotman Cottage on Coatesville
Kumeu, New Zealand
9.2Wonderful(108)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
€96+
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Quest Newmarket - Auckland - Front desk
Quest Newmarket
Newmarket
8.7Very Good(789)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€113+
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Bombay Hills Modern Retreat - Auckland
Bombay Hills Modern Retreat
Auckland, New Zealand
9.8Wonderful(14)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€126+
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No Party Allowed,sea View 5 Bedroom House - Wellington
No Party Allowed,sea View 5 Bedroom House
Wellington, New Zealand
7.5Good(28)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
€193+
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big property for accomodation in Wellington - Wellington
big property for accomodation in Wellington
Wellington, New Zealand
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
€206+
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Villa Sebastian - Large Modern Home - Wellington
Villa Sebastian - Large Modern Home
Wellington, New Zealand
8.5Very Good(10)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€217+
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Skyline Vista - Entirely New House with Luxe Views, Espresso, Netflix & Free Parking - Wellington
Skyline Vista - Entirely New House with Luxe Views, Espresso, Netflix & Free Parking
Wellington, New Zealand
9.4Wonderful(5)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€244+
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Bay Suites - 328 Oriental Parade Wellington - Wellington
Bay Suites - 328 Oriental Parade Wellington
Oriental Bay
9.7Wonderful(20)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€248+
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Terrace Townhouse - Prime location & Free Parking! - Wellington
Terrace Townhouse - Prime location & Free Parking!
Wellington Central
8.3Very Good(3)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€261+
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Hidden Hideaway With Harbour View - Prime location - Wellington
Hidden Hideaway With Harbour View - Prime location
Te Aro
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€269+
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Eclectic 70s Mansion - Wellington - Living room
Eclectic 70s Mansion
Wellington, New Zealand
7.0Good(3)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€549+
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KAYAK’s insights for holiday 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 €68. In comparison, June is the most expensive month, with prices at €309.

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

Sunday offers the lowest rates in New Zealand, with an average nightly price of €121. The highest prices are found on Thursday, with average rates at €565.
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June
December
€131
€122
Cheapest month to stay with an average 30% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 19% 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 holiday rental

  • If you’re looking for a cheap holiday rental in New Zealand, you should consider visiting during the low season. The cheapest holiday homes in New Zealand can be found in February and August.
  • The cheapest night for renting a holiday home in New Zealand is Monday. In contrast, the most expensive is Sunday.
  • Holiday rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their holiday rental in New Zealand for 2 days.
  • Kitchen/kitchenette, hot tub, parking, air-conditioned, airport shuttle, pool, wifi, and 24-hour front desk are the most popular holiday rental property amenities in New Zealand
  • Holiday rentals in New Zealand are around 3% more expensive than hotels on average. Search here to compare prices for all accommodation types in New Zealand.
  • Auckland is the region in New Zealand with the most affordable holiday rental properties, with around 5,319 properties and an average price of €68 per night. The most popular holiday homes in Auckland are Cotman Cottage on Coatesville, Empire Apartments, and Kiwi Heritage Homestay.

FAQs when booking a holiday home in New Zealand

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

    Based on KAYAK holiday rental searches, the most popular destination is Auckland (44% of total searches to New Zealand). The next most popular destinations are Queenstown (25%) and Christchurch (13%). Searches for holida rentals in Blenheim (6%), Lake Tekapo (6%) and Wanaka (6%) are also popular.

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

    In the last 72 hours, users have found New Zealand holiday rentals for tonight for as little as €18. Search here for similar prices

  • How much is a holiday rental in New Zealand for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, users have found New Zealand holiday rentals for this weekend for as little as €17 per night. Search here for similar prices

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

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

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

    There are many types of properties available for New Zealand holiday rentals. If you’re looking for something special, holiday rentals most loved by KAYAK users are Reavers Lodge and Pinewood Queenstown.

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

    There are a number of dog and pet-friendly New Zealand holiday rentals, with around 6% allowing you to bring your pet along with you.

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

    Based on KAYAK holiday 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 holiday home.

Everything you need to know for your stay in New Zealand

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