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Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch - Christchurch - Bedroom
Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
Papanui
8.6Very Good(2345)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
AED 143+
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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(3427)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
AED 147+
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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
8.2Very Good(750)
Parking
AED 279+
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Pinewood Queenstown - Queenstown - Bedroom
Pinewood Queenstown
Queenstown, New Zealand
7.3Good(285)
AED 305+
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Pinewood Queenstown - Queenstown
Pinewood Queenstown
Queenstown, New Zealand
7.2Good(3616)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
AED 323+
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Reavers Lodge - Queenstown - Living room
Reavers Lodge
Queenstown, New Zealand
6.4Okay(3357)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
AED 334+
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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(2687)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 371+
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Southwark Hotel & Apartments - Christchurch - Living room
Southwark Hotel & Apartments
Christchurch Central City
8.5Very Good(3829)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 428+
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Lakes Edge Holiday Park - Lake Tekapo
Lakes Edge Holiday Park
Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
8.5Very Good(1085)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 538+
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Melbourne Lodge Bed & Breakfast - Queenstown - Balcony
Melbourne Lodge Bed & Breakfast
Queenstown, New Zealand
8.2Very Good(3131)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 646+
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Amity Serviced Apartments - Queenstown - Building
Amity Serviced Apartments
Queenstown, New Zealand
7.9Good(1867)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
AED 769+
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Garden Court Suites And Apartments - Queenstown - Patio
Garden Court Suites And Apartments
Queenstown, New Zealand
8.2Very Good(2218)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 828+
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Highview Apartments - Queenstown - Living room
Highview Apartments
Queenstown, New Zealand
8.7Very Good(1511)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 892+
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Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge - Aoraki / Mount Cook - Dining room
Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge
Aoraki / Mount Cook, New Zealand
8.2Very Good(2328)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
AED 1,238+
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Villa Del Lago - Queenstown - Living room
Villa Del Lago
Queenstown, New Zealand
9.0Wonderful(917)
Free Wi-Fi
AED 1,304+
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Central Lakeview Apartment With Amazing - Queenstown
Central Lakeview Apartment With Amazing
Queenstown, New Zealand
9.3Wonderful(117)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 1,911+
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May
February
AED 563
AED 513
Cheapest month to stay with an average 24% 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

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 129. 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 184 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, chalets, houses, campsites, homestays, lodges, villas, cabins, agritourism, campgrounds, 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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