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Most recommended holiday rentals in South Island

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Delorenzo Studio Apartments - Nelson - Building
Delorenzo Studio Apartments
Nelson, New Zealand
9.3Wonderful(2197)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
€74+
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Reavers Lodge - Queenstown - Living room
Reavers Lodge
Queenstown, New Zealand
6.3Okay(3319)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
€76+
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Inner City Picton Apartment! - Picton
Inner City Picton Apartment!
Picton, New Zealand
7.7Good(23)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€85+
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Sea-Renity Picton, Apt A - Picton
Sea-Renity Picton, Apt A
Picton, New Zealand
8.4Very Good(4)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€103+
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Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments, Lodge & Hotel - Wanaka
Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments, Lodge & Hotel
Wanaka, New Zealand
8.6Very Good(482)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€108+
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Mt Barker - Wanaka
Mt Barker
Wanaka, New Zealand
9.3Wonderful(67)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€110+
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City Apartment South Street - Nelson
City Apartment South Street
Nelson, New Zealand
9.4Wonderful(137)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€113+
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Owls' Rest - Picton
Owls' Rest
Picton, New Zealand
9.7Wonderful(104)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
€118+
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Picton Nest - Picton
Picton Nest
Picton, New Zealand
8.7Very Good(6)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
€130+
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Art Deco No. 2 Apartment - Picton - Building
Art Deco No. 2 Apartment
Picton, New Zealand
9.3Wonderful(157)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€139+
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Riverwalk Apartments - Nelson
Riverwalk Apartments
Nelson, New Zealand
8.9Very Good(224)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€141+
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Picton Waterfront Apartments - Picton - Balcony
Picton Waterfront Apartments
Picton, New Zealand
9.3Wonderful(1793)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€142+
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Wanaka Deluxe Studio - Wanaka
Wanaka Deluxe Studio
Wanaka, New Zealand
8.3Very Good(37)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€142+
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Wilkes Way Villa - Picton - Bedroom
Wilkes Way Villa
Picton, New Zealand
9.5Wonderful(200)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€158+
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Two Bedroom Apartment on the water - Picton
Two Bedroom Apartment on the water
Picton, New Zealand
9.6Wonderful(19)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€212+
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Idyllic Tui - Picton
Idyllic Tui
Picton, New Zealand
9.5Wonderful(8)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€231+
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Low season

High season

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Average price (weekend night)

August
January
€126
€118
Cheapest month to stay with an average 18% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 34% 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 South Island holiday rental

  • Holiday rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their holiday rental in South Island for 1 days.

FAQs when booking a holiday home in South Island

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

    In the last 72 hours, users have found South Island holiday rentals for tonight for as little as €41. Search here for similar prices

  • How much is a holiday rental in South Island for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, users have found South Island holiday rentals for this weekend for as little as €42 per night. Search here for similar prices

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

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

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

    There are many types of properties available for South Island 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 South Island?

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

Where to stay in South Island?

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