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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(3481)
Campsite
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
AED 143+
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Motueka Top 10 Holiday Park - Motueka - Living room
Motueka Top 10 Holiday Park
Motueka, New Zealand
8.7Very Good(205)
Campsite
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
AED 309+
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Relax Inn Beach Studio - Motueka
Relax Inn Beach Studio
Motueka, New Zealand
9.0Wonderful(11)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
AED 316+
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Eden's Edge Lodge - Motueka - Kitchen
Eden's Edge Lodge
Motueka, New Zealand
9.0Wonderful(902)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
AED 320+
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Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef - Franz Josef Glacier - Bedroom
Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef
Franz Josef Glacier, New Zealand
9.0Wonderful(2577)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
AED 397+
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Central Park Apartments - Cromwell - Living room
Central Park Apartments
Cromwell, New Zealand
9.2Wonderful(567)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 466+
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Larnach Lodge & Stable Stay - Dunedin - Balcony
Larnach Lodge & Stable Stay
Dunedin, New Zealand
9.1Wonderful(2356)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 474+
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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(2717)
Campsite
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 487+
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Gateway to Abel Tasman Park, Kaiteriteri and Motueka. Quiet, spacious, light. - Motueka - Living room
Gateway to Abel Tasman Park, Kaiteriteri and Motueka. Quiet, spacious, light.
Motueka, New Zealand
8.4Very Good(26)
House
AED 1,061+
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Delightful sunny house with stunning rural & ocean views, swimming pool & spa - Tasman - Living room
Delightful sunny house with stunning rural & ocean views, swimming pool & spa
Tasman, New Zealand
10Wonderful(6)
Cottage
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 1,091+
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Lake Tekapo Cottages - Lake Tekapo
Lake Tekapo Cottages
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
8.0Very Good(1853)
House
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 1,181+
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Three Rivers Lodge - Lake Tekapo - Building
Three Rivers Lodge
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
8.3Very Good(585)
Lodge
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 1,366+
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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
Air conditioning
AED 1,584+
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Stellar Apartment - Lake Tekapo - Living room
Stellar Apartment
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
8.5Very Good(284)
Apartment
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 1,666+
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Arrowtown Stoney Cottage - Arrowtown - Building
Arrowtown Stoney Cottage
Arrowtown, New Zealand
9.5Wonderful(2)
House
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 2,075+
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Peaceful House with Kids Playground - Motueka
Peaceful House with Kids Playground
Motueka, New Zealand
9.8Wonderful(8)
House
Parking
Air conditioning
AED 2,296+
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May
February
AED 578
AED 546
Cheapest month to stay with an average 31% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 20% rise in price.
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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 AED 167. 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 AED 120 per night. Search here for similar prices

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

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

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