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Holiday homes from £152

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Waimaori Views Entire Home - Wanaka - Balcony
Waimaori Views Entire Home
Wanaka, New Zealand
9.5Wonderful(6)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£304+
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Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge - Aoraki / Mount Cook - Dining room
Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge
Aoraki / Mount Cook, New Zealand
8.4Very Good(2222)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
£139+
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Picton Waterfront Apartments - Picton - Living room
Picton Waterfront Apartments
Picton, New Zealand
9.3Wonderful(1709)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£238+
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Time Out At Lake Wanaka - Wanaka - Living room
Time Out At Lake Wanaka
Wanaka, New Zealand
9.1Wonderful(14)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£157+
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Westwood Lodge - Franz Josef Glacier - Living room
Westwood Lodge
Franz Josef Glacier, New Zealand
8.1Very Good(175)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
£228+
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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
Air conditioning
£28+
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Delorenzo Studio Apartments - Nelson - Bedroom
Delorenzo Studio Apartments
Nelson, New Zealand
9.2Wonderful(2127)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£95+
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Blenheim Accommodation - Blenheim - Building
Blenheim Accommodation
Redwoodtown
7.3Good(13)
Parking
Air conditioning
£64+
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Paihia Apartments - Paihia - Building
Paihia Apartments
Paihia, New Zealand
9.3Wonderful(186)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£126+
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Hampshire Holiday Parks - Wanaka - Wanaka - Bedroom
Hampshire Holiday Parks - Wanaka
Wanaka, New Zealand
8.1Very Good(337)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£45+
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Central Luxury Apartment 205 - Wanaka - Balcony
Central Luxury Apartment 205
Wanaka, New Zealand
9.0Wonderful(31)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£322+
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West Fitzroy Apartments - Christchurch - Bedroom
West Fitzroy Apartments
Christchurch Central City
8.7Very Good(1406)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£82+
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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
£56+
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Tekapo Heights - Lake Tekapo
Tekapo Heights
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
8.3Very Good(1151)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£111+
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Belvedere Apartments - Wanaka
Belvedere Apartments
Wanaka, New Zealand
9.0Wonderful(248)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£127+
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Lake Domain Boarding Holiday House - Hamilton
Lake Domain Boarding Holiday House
Frankton
7.5Good(1115)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
£44+
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KAYAK’s insights for holiday rentals in New Zealand

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Which month has the cheapest vacation rental rates in New Zealand?

Vacation rentals are cheapest in New Zealand in January, with average rates of £54. In comparison, November is the most expensive month, with prices at £206.

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

Monday offers the lowest rates in New Zealand, with an average nightly price of £77. The highest prices are found on Saturday, with average rates at £135.
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Low season

August

High season

July

Average price (weeknight)

£131

Average price (weekend night)

£123
Cheapest month to stay with an average 31% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 47% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

Top tips for finding the perfect New Zealand holiday rental

  • Holiday rentals are a popular choice for both long and short-term stays. KAYAK users usually book their holiday rental in New Zealand for 6 days.
  • The cheapest New Zealand holiday rental found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £58, while the most expensive was £58.
  • Kitchen/kitchenette, hot tub, wifi, air-conditioned, airport shuttle, parking, pool, and 24-hour front desk are the most popular holiday rental property amenities in New Zealand
  • Holiday rentals in New Zealand are around 14% more expensive than hotels on average. Search here to compare prices for all accommodation types in New Zealand.
  • Nelson is the region in New Zealand with the most affordable holiday rental properties, with around 344 properties and an average price of £55 per night. The most popular holiday homes in Nelson are Delorenzo Studio Apartments, Riverwalk Apartments, and Kimberley Two - Nelson Waterfront Apartment.
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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 (16% of total searches to New Zealand). The next most popular destinations are Wanaka (11%) and Queenstown (11%). Searches for holida rentals in Te Anau (7%), Lake Tekapo (7%) and Christchurch (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 £30. 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 £28 per night. Search here for similar prices

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

    The average price for a weekly New Zealand holiday rental found by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks is £519.

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

    The average price for a monthly New Zealand holiday rental found by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks is £2,225.

  • 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, bungalows, cabins, chalets, condos, cottages, houses, campsites, homestays, lodges, luxury tents, villas, agritourism, campgrounds, farm stays, caravans, caravan parks, barns and safari/tentalows.

  • 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 Larnach Lodge and Quest Auckland.

  • What are the most popular New Zealand holiday rentals for a large group?

    If you’re a large group then you’ll need plenty of space. The highest rated holiday home that can sleep 6 people or more by KAYAK users is Websters on Wanaka Lodge.

  • 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 Canterbury and Otago.

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