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Latest South Island vacation rental deals

MOST POPULARChristchurch
Vacation homes from $78
Te Anau
Vacation homes from $44
Queenstown
Vacation homes from $28
Wanaka
Vacation homes from $81
Lake Tekapo
Vacation homes from $414

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Most recommended vacation rentals in South Island

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Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park - Twizel - Living room
Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park
Twizel, New Zealand
7.8Good(2095)
Holiday Park
Parking
$71+
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Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge - Aoraki / Mount Cook - Dining room
Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge
Aoraki / Mount Cook, New Zealand
8.2Very good(2343)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$336+
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Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat - Twizel - Building
Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat
Twizel, New Zealand
9.8Wonderful(32)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Spa
$2,516+
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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(3496)
Holiday Park
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$40+
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Muddy Hill Moments by Tiny Away - Arrowtown - Patio
Muddy Hill Moments by Tiny Away
Arrowtown, New Zealand
9.6Wonderful(23)
House
Parking
$223+
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Cheerful 2-bedroom villa garden setting near beach - Otatara - Bedroom
Cheerful 2-bedroom villa garden setting near beach
Otatara, New Zealand
9.8Wonderful(13)
Villa
$234+
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South City Accommodation Unit 3 - Invercargill - Living room
South City Accommodation Unit 3
Invercargill, New Zealand
9.1Wonderful(219)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$124+
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Glentanner Park Centre - Glentanner - Restaurant
Glentanner Park Centre
Glentanner, New Zealand
8.2Very good(951)
Holiday Park
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
$133+
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Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau - Te Anau - Living room
Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau
Te Anau, New Zealand
8.5Very good(2728)
Holiday Park
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$134+
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Three Rivers Lodge - Lake Tekapo - Building
Three Rivers Lodge
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
8.3Very good(586)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$383+
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The Cyber Hut - Invercargill - Kitchen
The Cyber Hut
Invercargill, New Zealand
6.3Okay(11)
Parking
$88+
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Botham's Beauty - Blenheim Holiday Home - Blenheim - Living room
Botham's Beauty - Blenheim Holiday Home
Blenheim, New Zealand
8.8Very good(12)
House
Free Wi-Fi
$1,001+
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Sawmillers Retreat - Arrowtown Holiday Home - Arrowtown - Bedroom
Sawmillers Retreat - Arrowtown Holiday Home
Arrowtown, New Zealand
9.2Wonderful(15)
House
Free Wi-Fi
$553+
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Pukaki Lakeside Getaway Nz - Pukaki
Pukaki Lakeside Getaway Nz
Pukaki, New Zealand
9.4Wonderful(237)
House
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$488+
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Scott Street Apartments - Lake Tekapo
Scott Street Apartments
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
8.6Very good(672)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$402+
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Twizel Holiday Park - Twizel
Twizel Holiday Park
Twizel, New Zealand
7.6Good(1908)
Holiday Park
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$108+
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Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

May
April
$171
$160
Cheapest month to stay with an average 31% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 26% 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 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 4 days.
  • The cheapest South Island vacation rental found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $29, while the most expensive was $242.
  • Vacation rentals in South Island are around 26% 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 Hanmer Springs, with around 319 properties and an average price of $55. The most popular vacation rentals in South Island among KAYAK users are Alpine Adventure Holiday Park, Hanmer Apartments, and Popular Family and Pet friendly Modern Cosy Bach WiFi.

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 $48. 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 $1,241.

  • 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 $5,320.

  • 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 agritourism, apartments, chalets, cottages, houses, holiday parks, homestays, lodges, villas, campgrounds, cabins, bungalows, condos, farm stays, caravans, luxury tents, hotels and motels.

  • 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 Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels and Pinewood Queenstown.

  • 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 5% allowing you to bring your pet along with you.

Where to stay in South Island?

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

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