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View from room
Quest Queenstown
4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (225)
"Walked to hotel from airport. Nice bike ride along river to downtown. Easy bus system near by and choice of restaurants and grocery close by."
The price is NZ$215
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Quest Queenstown
One Bedroom Apartment | Living area
Quest on Cambridge
3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (88)
"This was a fantastic property! Very spacious rooms and a fantastic area to walk around."
The price is NZ$228
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Quest on Cambridge
Two Bedroom Penthouse | Living area
Focus Motel And Executive Suites
4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (381)
"Clean, comfortable, quiet hotel. Near casino and restaurants. Recommend The Three Cows restaurant. Receptionist very friendly and took us to room to ensure we were aware of how heating operated. Gates locked at night for security and free parking. Highly recommend."
The price is NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Focus Motel And Executive Suites
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Outdoor pool
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1291)
"Unit is fully equipped. Dishwasher, washing machine and drier. Two lounge chairs two dining table chairs. So often there is only one and you have only the bed to sit on. Coffee machine with coffee provided and coffee plunger and coffee provided. Robes. All the extras that make a big difference. Units are a generous size and bed was comfortable. Thank you"
The price is NZ$126
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
3 Bedroom Earnslaw Penthouse | Terrace/patio
The Glebe Apartments
4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (347)
"We liked the presentation and fit out of our apartment. Proximity to tourist area made access to events and tours very easy. "
The Glebe Apartments
Exterior
The Fairways Luxury Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (333)
"such a beautiful place. 10/10 recommend to anyone wanting to stay in kaikōura."
The price is NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
The Fairways Luxury Accommodation Kaikoura
LCD TV
Highview Apartments
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (424)
"Lovely view. Clean. Nice fireplace. Quite close to town to walk "
Highview Apartments
Exterior
Terra Vive Luxury Suites & Apartments
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (591)
"Easy walking distance to the city. Couple of lovely places to eat. The check in was simple and the owner was very helpful. Great accommodation."
The price is NZ$155
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Terra Vive Luxury Suites & Apartments
Studio Apartment, Kitchen | Balcony
315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (665)
"Nice accomodation, but up a dark lane way. Right in the middle of the commercial centre of the city. Check in was easy and quick. "
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments
Three Bedroom Apartment | Balcony view
Blue Peaks Apartments
4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (204)
"The stay was comfortable, great location, we were able to walk to shops, restaurants and the gardens. The only minor issue was locating the underground parking spot, the number of the apartment was not clearly labeled at the top of the driveway. Overall it was clean, staff was friendly and we loved our stay. "
Blue Peaks Apartments
2 Bedroom Mountain View Family Suite with Balcony | Mountain view
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (719)
"We recommend to stay at La Quinta for Queenstown trip, very remarkable stay."
The price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
2-Bedroom Premier Apartment | View from room
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (918)
"Great location for the airport and shopping "
The price is NZ$198
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park
Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard Area | View from room
Garden Court Suites And Apartments
4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1365)
"Great location and walking distance to town. Spacious rooms which were neat and clean"
The price is NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May
Garden Court Suites And Apartments
Aerial view
Alpine Motel
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (587)
"I love this place so much with a friendly host"
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
Alpine Motel
Exterior
Skyrim Lodge
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (130)
"Looking straight out onto neighbours where building work is being carried out at oresent"
The price is NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Skyrim Lodge
Outdoor pool
Mantra Lake Tekapo
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (618)
"Great overall stay. Nice, clean, and the staff was helpful"
The price is NZ$283
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Mantra Lake Tekapo
Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms
Colonial Motel Invercargill
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (312)
"The room had a spacious lounge and kitchen-dining area and a separate bedroom. Everything worked well including Netflix. It was quiet and we had a comfortable stay. The lady at reception was friendly and very helpful."
The price is NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
Colonial Motel Invercargill
One Bedroom Apartment with Private Balcony | In-room dining
Abba Court Motel & Apartments
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (143)
"Queenstown is a hilly place so parking at the apartment was a bit of a challenge and stressful for us. Other than that the apartment was clean and beds were comfortable. The location is not too bad but requires a bit of walking to the city centre. Groceries shopping is nearby."
Abba Court Motel & Apartments
Front of property - evening/night
Caples Court
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (295)
"Very useful location and unit comfy but complex in need of some repair with a dodgy entry step, and need for some garden upkeep"
Caples Court
Lobby
Wyndham Garden Queenstown
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (651)
"Love using the stair case, the view is amazing and the bakery is lovely "
The price is NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Wyndham Garden Queenstown
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Building design
Kamana Lakehouse
4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (304)
"To put it simply; all the staff were amazing, very helpful and friendly from the moment we walked in through the doors. This one sticks in my mind for being one of the best hotels I have stayed in. The food is excellently, backed up with amazing views. Everything you could want from a stay. "
The price is NZ$259
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May
Kamana Lakehouse
Courtyard
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown, an IHG Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (781)
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The price is NZ$224
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown, an IHG Hotel
Twin Studio
Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (355)
"Apart from tiny rooms everything else was good"
The price is NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

You always said you would go on a dream holiday someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannonball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our South Island holiday rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your holiday just got upgraded.

As much as you love your vacation rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up South Island. Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in South Island. Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with South Island. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true. 

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your holiday rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in South Island short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

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