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Latest South Island holiday rental deals

MOST POPULARChristchurch
Holiday homes from £25
Te Anau
Holiday homes from £37
Queenstown
Holiday homes from £96

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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(3374)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£26+
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Alpine Manuka View Cabin - Kaikoura
Alpine Manuka View Cabin
Kaikoura, New Zealand
9.4Wonderful(18)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£71+
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Haast River Motels & Holiday Park - Haast - Bedroom
Haast River Motels & Holiday Park
Haast, New Zealand
8.4Very Good(1700)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£77+
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Heritage Park Lodge - Haast - Building
Heritage Park Lodge
Haast, New Zealand
8.4Very Good(1011)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£85+
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Torquay Central - Kaikoura Holiday Home - Kaikoura - Dining room
Torquay Central - Kaikoura Holiday Home
Kaikoura, New Zealand
5.9Fair(14)
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£124+
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Tekapo Heights - Lake Tekapo
Tekapo Heights
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
8.4Very Good(1216)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£126+
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Spacious, Sunny and Warm Home in Kaikoura - Kaikoura - Living room
Spacious, Sunny and Warm Home in Kaikoura
Kaikoura, New Zealand
8.7Very Good(6)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£161+
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The Mackenzie Suites - Lake Tekapo - Bedroom
The Mackenzie Suites
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
9.5Wonderful(1662)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£164+
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A Classic Kiwi Bach in South Bay - Kaikoura - Bedroom
A Classic Kiwi Bach in South Bay
Kaikoura, New Zealand
9.5Wonderful(10)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
£166+
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Cosy on Kingston - Wanaka - Living room
Cosy on Kingston
Wanaka, New Zealand
8.3Very Good(14)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
£170+
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Alpine Grandview Luxury Townhouse - Explore Wanaka - Wanaka - Bedroom
Alpine Grandview Luxury Townhouse - Explore Wanaka
Wanaka, New Zealand
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£171+
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Sunny Getaway Close To Beach - Kaikoura - Living room
Sunny Getaway Close To Beach
Kaikoura, New Zealand
8.8Very Good(33)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
£185+
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Sunny Stylish Sea Views - Kaikoura - Living room
Sunny Stylish Sea Views
Kaikoura, New Zealand
9.2Wonderful(28)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£199+
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Kahutara Purepod - Kaikoura
Kahutara Purepod
Kaikoura, New Zealand
9.4Wonderful(36)
Parking
£302+
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Pembroke Luxury Apartment - Wanaka - Living room
Pembroke Luxury Apartment
Wanaka, New Zealand
9.4Wonderful(14)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
£366+
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Mataraki Magic - Wanaka - Bedroom
Mataraki Magic
Wanaka, New Zealand
10Wonderful(5)
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Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£375+
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Average price (weekend night)

May
November
£110
£100
Cheapest month to stay with an average 20% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 33% 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 5 days.
  • The cheapest South Island holiday rental found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £168, while the most expensive was £168.
  • Holiday rentals in South Island are around 23% more expensive 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 holiday homes is Te Anau, with around 163 properties and an average price of £27. The most popular holiday rentals in South Island among KAYAK users are Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels, Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau, and Te Anau Top 10 Holiday Park and Motels.

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 £35. 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 £36 per night. Search here for similar prices

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

    The average price for a weekly South Island holiday rental found by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks is £305.

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

    The average price for a monthly South Island holiday rental found by KAYAK users in the last 2 weeks is £1,308.

  • 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 agritourism, apartments, chalets, cottages, houses, campsites, homestays, lodges, luxury tents, villas, campgrounds, cabins, bungalows, condos, farm stays, caravans and cruises.

  • 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 Melbourne Lodge Bed & Breakfast and Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch.

  • 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?

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

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