Best Lodges in South Island

Featuring barbecue facilities, Manakau PurePod offers accommodations in Kaikoura. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking. Outdoor seating is also available at the vacation home. Leading onto a balcony with garden views, the vacation home consists of 1 bedroom. Offering a terrace with mountain views, this vacation home also has a well-equipped kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop, and kitchenware, as well as 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. Guests at Manakau PurePod can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden.

- "Amazing romantic stay" - "The stars were just spectacular" - "Amazing place to stay"

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a refrigerator and a stovetop, as well as a dishwasher and free WiFi. Other amenities include premium bedding, a pillowtop bed, laundry facilities, and towels.

- "The Motal is well situated with an easy walk into the centre of Nelson. The owner is friendly and helpful. The rooms are clean, well furnished and well equipped" - "Very comfortable. Relaxing decor. Modern facility. " - "Very nice place! Sails was a wonderful experience. Friendly and welcoming, Mark & Cecilia are great hosts. Rooms were very clean and provided all the amenities of a 5 star property. Beds were cosy too. It was a shame we couldn't stay longer, but will be back. "

Offering an outdoor pool, a tennis court, a fitness center and a day spa, Annandale Coastal Farm Escape & Luxury Villa Collection is located in Akaroa. All accommodations offers a patio, a fully equipped kitchen and free onsite parking. Annandale Coastal Farm Escape & Luxury Villa Collection is 22 mi from Christchurch International Airport. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling and hiking. Guests have free access to bicycles to explore the area. Annandale Coastal Farm Escape & Luxury Villa Collection can be reached via helicopter.

- "Quiet, restful, and nature filled holiday. Staff was wonderful!" - "Incredibly unique experience." - "The perfect place to unwind, take in the view and enjoy the local produce!"

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and a TV, as well as streaming services and an outdoor entertainment area. Other amenities include premium bedding, laundry facilities, towels, and bathrobes.

- "Wonnderful" - "We felt so lucky to be able to stay in Classic Villa during our short visit in Christchurch. The hotel is a lovingly restored villa in the heart of historic Christchurch—across the street from the heritage buildings that comprise the Arts Centre, the hotel is very close to Botanical Garden, Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū, and many good restaurants. Our room was very comfortable and clean. Our hosts Steve and Jackie were very nice and welcoming who provided wonderful service all around, including severed delicious breakfast to us. We enjoyed our stay and highly recommend the hotel to others."

Boasting mountain views, Doc Wells Lane Luxury Apartment features accommodation with a terrace and a balcony, around 3.6 km from Skyline Gondola and Luge. The 5-star apartment has lake views and is 5 km from Queenstown Event Centre. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a kettle, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and free toiletries. Featuring free private parking, this 5-star apartment also features free WiFi throughout the property. If you would like to discover the area, skiing is possible in the surroundings. Lake Wakatipu is 15 km from the apartment, while The Remarkables is 21 km from the property. The nearest airport is Queenstown Airport, 5 km from Doc Wells Lane Luxury Apartment.

Child Friendly • Air Conditioner • Balcony/Terrace • Internet • Parking • Laundry

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a rainfall showerhead and a refrigerator, as well as an oven and a stovetop. Other amenities include Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, a pillowtop bed, and laundry facilities.

- "Beautiful, well maintained property with amazing views " - "Had a fabulous stay here. The outside stairs were a bit a challenge, especially with the suitcases. Apartment was delightful and the servicing of apartment on day 2 of our 3 day stay was top class. Staff have also been very helpful as we left a road book behind. Thanks Villa del Largo. " - "Nice house, Excellent view, Clean and quite. Ideal kitchen. " - "Absolutely beautiful & convenient location & tastefully put together nicest place that we’ve ever stayed made our visit to Queenstown so memorable!"

Offering a garden, Alpine Retreat by MajorDomo offers accommodations in Queenstown. This 5-star villa offers a concierge service and private check-in and check-out. There's an outdoor fireplace and guests can use free Wifi and free private parking. The air-conditioned villa consists of 4 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a coffee machine, and 3 bathrooms with a bath and a hair dryer. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep warm by the fireplace on colder days. The villa offers bed linen, towels, and laundry service. Guests can make the most of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. The villa has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors. Queenstown Event Centre is 2.8 miles from the villa, while Skyline Gondola and Luge is 7.2 miles away. Queenstown Airport is 2.5 miles from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Breakfast • Fireplace/Heating • View • Other • Parking • Child Friendly • Balcony/Terrace • Sports/Activities • Internet • Laundry • Air Conditioner • Guest Services

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and a flat-screen TV, as well as heating and laundry facilities. Other amenities include towels, bathrobes, an electric kettle, and a mini-fridge.

- "Nice property" - "Beautiful hotel and good breakfast. Convenience location." - "If you are looking for a true boutique-style hotel this is it! The vibe is artsy and funky with cool public areas and the rooms are cozy with style. The staff are really friendly and it came with breakfast. Plus, Oamaru is now one of my favourite places in New Zealand. I would go back in a heartbeat! " - "Poshtel is very central. The rooms are interesting with different collections in each. The communal area collections are great. The continental breakfast is really great."

Pembroke Heights offers accommodations in Moeraki, a 7-minute walk from Koekohe Beach and 2.3 miles from Moeraki Boulders. This vacation home features free private parking and full-day security. The accommodation offers private check-in and check-out and bicycle parking for guests. Featuring a terrace and sea views, the vacation home includes 3 bedrooms, a living room, satellite flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 3 bathrooms with a shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the vacation home. The property has an outdoor dining area. Dunedin Airport is 64 miles from the property.

- "Fantastic property in an incredible location. Amazing stay !" - "An exceptional stay" - "Absolutely fantastic property. Everything you could need, superb views. Can’t think of a negative." - "Exceptional" - "Perfect place to stay excellent accommodation" - "wow!!!!🤗🤗❤️❤️" - "Definitely a ‘Slice of Heaven’ - Moeraki Magic" - "Fantastic views with well thought out design and facilities." - "A wee break away for our 39th wedding anniversary!"

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and a TV, as well as a garden and a balcony or patio. Other amenities include Egyptian cotton sheets, designer toiletries, premium bedding, and a Tempur-Pedic bed.

- "Unmatched experience. Most wonderful hosts!" - "So quaint and secluded. A mini oasis. Mel was amazing. Hostess with the most-est. She suggested we do an early breakfast to get to Hooker Valley Trail early and she was so right for that! Rooms were immaculate. Refreshments and breakfast were immaculate. I wish we stayed more than 1 night. " - "This place was an absolute gem, as were the hosts. I felt like I'd come home. The property is stunning with mountain views and a duck pond. The room was lovely. The common area was cozy and a wonderful place to unwind. I only wish I stayed longer. "

Tasman Village Cottage offers accommodations in Tasman, 1.3 miles from Kina Beach and 24 miles from Christ Church Cathedral. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at the vacation home. Offering a terrace with garden views, this vacation home also has a flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchen with an oven, a microwave, and a toaster, as well as 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer. The vacation home offers bed linen, towels, and daily room service. Guests at Tasman Village Cottage can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Trafalgar Park is 24 miles from the accommodation. Nelson Airport is 22 miles away.

- "Perfect cottage surrounded by gardens is comfortable, and exceeded our expectations." - "We had the most beautiful stay" - "One of the nicest stays on the whole south island" - "Would come again." - "Absolutely wonderful" - "Amazing cottage set in a relaxed garden environment amazing host" - "A perfect spot to explore this area."

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including an indoor hot tub and a rainfall showerhead, as well as free WiFi and an LED TV. Other amenities include Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, laundry facilities, and pay movies.

- "Amazing!!! Impressive view, considerate service, and awesome foods. Will be perfect if solo laundry and Dyson hair drier are available in each villa." - "The Azur and all of its staff lived up to expectations and more. The villa was excellent and the view was magnificent. We would definitely recommend the Azur and will attempt to stay again on ournext trip to Queenstown. Sweet As!" - "Amazing staff. Our villa was wonderful and had everything we could think of. Fabulous breakfast every morning. Highly recommend. "

4.1 miles from Fiordland Cinema in Te Anau, Fiordland Eco-Retreat -- Panoramic Views -- Hot Tub features accommodations with access to a hot tub. The air-conditioned accommodation is 3.9 miles from Te Anau Glow Worm Caves, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free Wifi. Te Anau Wildlife Centre is 4.3 miles from the vacation home. Featuring a terrace and mountain views, the vacation home includes 3 bedrooms, a living room, cable flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchenette, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hot tub. Towels and bed linen are offered in the vacation home. The property has an outdoor dining area. During warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and eat on the private patio. Guests at the vacation home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Te Anau, like cycling, fishing, and hiking. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Ivon Wilson Park is 4.1 miles from Fiordland Eco-Retreat -- Panoramic Views -- Hot Tub, while Lake Henry is 4.3 miles from the property.

- "amazingly beautiful. sorry we couldn't stay more." - "The amazing Evo retreat" - "Gourgeous….❣️" - "absolutely lovely" - "Excellent location, friendly hosts, great with kids." - "A wonderful stay at a fabulous place," - "A beautiful property professionally run with kiwi charm" - "Definitely will be staying again I didn’t wanna leave" - "STUNNING VIEWS at a FANTASTIC PROPERTY 15 out of 10 stars!!!" - "Highly recommend this private retreat with beautiful view super close to everything you need!"

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a refrigerator and free WiFi, as well as a TV and a coffee/tea maker. Other amenities include Egyptian cotton sheets, designer toiletries, premium bedding, and a pillowtop bed.

- "Absolutely beautiful property. Everything you need for a comfortable stay is provided plus more. Evening dinner drinks in the lounge room allows you to chat to fellow guests and a wonderful breakfast with various menu options cooked to order. Highly recommend this property. " - "Wow, wow, wow! This is a great place to stay. Very comfortable, spacious and super welcoming. Breakfast is fantastic and there’s a nice happy hour. The rural area is quiet and beautiful. Walk to the pub up the road for dinner. Stop at the glow worm dell to see glow worms shine at night. The owner/host is a gem!"

Featuring a garden, Aldourie Lodge - Lake Tekapo provides accommodations in Lake Tekapo. The air-conditioned accommodation is 28 miles from Mt. Dobson, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free Wifi. Providing a terrace and mountain views, the spacious vacation home includes 3 bedrooms, a living room, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a bath and a shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the vacation home. The property has an outdoor dining area. The vacation home has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors. Richard Pearse Airport is 60 miles away.

- "It's was fantastic to stay" - "Perfection" - "Charming and very comfortable!" - "Best in show! Absolutely perfect." - "Excellent" - "Best Christmas ever!" - "Best accommodations my family has ever stayed in." - "Excellent" - "Absolutely fabulous !" - "Ultimate place to stay in Lake Tekapo for luxury comfort in a prime location" - "Excellent property in a great location" - "Very relaxing" - "Absolutely awesome"

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a soaking tub and free WiFi, as well as a garden and a furnished patio. Other amenities include premium bedding, laundry facilities, towels, and bathrobes.

- "Superb little boutique lodge. Staff can't do enough for you. Very comfortable room with garden and a fantastic view. Big bathroom. Food excellent - even a packed lunch - laundry done (at cost). Best hotel of our trip so far. It will take some beating. If you're on a road trip across the east side of the South Island and looking to break the journey consider a stop here. Flights to the glacier from Mt Cook airport, hiking, dark sky area. Beautiful views."

This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at 31 on Boundary. The air-conditioned vacation home consists of 3 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are available in the vacation home. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. Richard Pearse Airport is 97 miles from the property.

- "good place to explore Mount cook and see the stars." - "It had everything we needed plus more. It was very clean and tidy. It's in a lovely, quiet location." - "Enjoyed a lot. Would definitely come back for a longer stay!" - "A house with 360 views of mountain" - "The home is so beautiful that we didn’t want to leave the house." - "Where dreams are made of"

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a refrigerator and free WiFi, as well as a flat-screen TV and an iPod dock. Other amenities include premium bedding, laundry facilities, towels, and bathrobes.

- "Fantastic experience. Went for out 30th wedding anniversary and the team went out of their way to make it an exceptional experience" - "Best luxury hotel experience ever - incredible scenery, comfort, service, food & wine. " - " An amazing stay in an unbelievable lodge and setting" - "Facilities: Top of the line; Service: Phenomenal; Cleanliness: Immaculate; " - "Facilities: Top of the line; Value: Amazing; Service: Remarkable, Go the extra mile, Outstanding; Cleanliness: Spotless, Gleaming, Immaculate; The food was amazing."

25 miles from Mt. Dobson in Fairlie, Shearvue Farmstay with Optional Free Farm Experience at 5pm features accommodations with access to an open-air bath. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. The vacation home has a picnic area and a hot tub. The air-conditioned vacation home consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a hot tub and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in the vacation home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. For guests with children, the vacation home offers an indoor play area and an outdoor play equipment. Guests at Shearvue Farmstay with Optional Free Farm Experience at 5pm can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Richard Pearse Airport is 29 miles away.

- "Best experience in the South Island!" - "Fantastic stay if you want to be close to nature." - "A great way to appreciate life on the farm in NZ" - "Can’t fault anything! Was a lovely experience" - "Aunty Julie, say hello to Sooty, Jimmy, Molly, Cookie and Uncle Tony for us!" - "Fantastic stay with the added bonus of a brilliant farm tour" - "Excellent hosts and a great property."

While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including a jetted bathtub and a full-sized refrigerator/freezer, as well as an oven and a stovetop. Other amenities include premium bedding, laundry facilities, towels, and a DVD player.

- "Beautiful property and very spacious! The views are sensational and the condominium has everything you could need. Very easy to reach operators and very quick to reply. Will stay again!" - "The views amazing " - "Amazing property with fantastic views of Queenstown. " - "We absolutely loved the layout and location of the house .It was peaceful and quiet. The house is beautifully maintained with a well organized kitchen. my family felt at home, it truly made our vacation even better. it was hard leaving. The view was breathtaking. We had the best trip making memories at this home and will definitely look to book in the future."