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₹ 2,229 - ₹ 24,175₹ 24,175 - ₹ 46,121₹ 46,121 - ₹ 68,067₹ 68,067 - ₹ 89,927₹ 89,927+ per night

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Most recommended holiday rentals in South Island

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Southwark Hotel & Apartments - Christchurch - Bedroom
Southwark Hotel & Apartments
Christchurch Central City
8.5Very Good(3720)
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 6,682+
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Delorenzo Studio Apartments - Nelson - Bedroom
Delorenzo Studio Apartments
Nelson, New Zealand
9.3Wonderful(2157)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
₹ 7,812+
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Lakes Edge Holiday Park - Lake Tekapo - Beach
Lakes Edge Holiday Park
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
8.4Very Good(978)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 11,616+
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Te Wanaka Lodge - Wanaka - Living room
Te Wanaka Lodge
Wanaka, New Zealand
7.6Good(1513)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Spa
₹ 12,602+
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Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge - Aoraki / Mount Cook - Bedroom
Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge
Aoraki / Mount Cook, New Zealand
8.3Very Good(2266)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 13,543+
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Alpine Studio Coulson - Lake Tekapo
Alpine Studio Coulson
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
8.2Very Good(121)
Parking
₹ 15,259+
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Lakeview Cottage - Lake Tekapo
Lakeview Cottage
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
9.2Wonderful(107)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 17,060+
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Fivestone Suite - Lake Tekapo
Fivestone Suite
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
9.4Wonderful(117)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 17,317+
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Galaxy Lake View Studio - Lake Tekapo
Galaxy Lake View Studio
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
7.2Good(142)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 18,174+
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Bush House - Lake Tekapo - Lake Tekapo
Bush House - Lake Tekapo
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
8.8Very Good(148)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 19,546+
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Walter Black Place - Lake Tekapo - Lake Tekapo
Walter Black Place - Lake Tekapo
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
8.6Very Good(88)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 20,489+
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Galaxy Lakeview House - Lake Tekapo
Galaxy Lakeview House
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
8.7Very Good(91)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 24,432+
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Loft 57 - Lake Tekapo
Loft 57
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
9.3Wonderful(42)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 24,839+
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Alpine Vista - Lake Tekapo
Alpine Vista
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
9.5Wonderful(252)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 24,946+
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Lakeview Tekapo - Lake Tekapo
Lakeview Tekapo
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
9.4Wonderful(938)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 31,162+
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Isolation Bay - Lake Tekapo - Living room
Isolation Bay
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
9.6Wonderful(155)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 93,528+
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High season

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Average price (weekend night)

June
October
₹ 14,533
₹ 12,617
Cheapest month to stay with an average 38% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 13% 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 6 days.
  • Holiday rentals in South Island are around 16% 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 holiday homes is Te Anau, with around 157 properties and an average price of ₹ 2,214. 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 ₹ 4,898. 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 ₹ 15,500.

  • 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 ₹ 66,430.

  • 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, chalets, cottages, houses, campsites, homestays, lodges, agritourism, luxury tents, villas, cabins, campgrounds, bungalows, condos, farm stays 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 Melbourne Lodge Bed & Breakfast.

  • 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.

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