Best Lodging Options 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 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. "

Providing a shared lounge, Newton Heights provides accommodations in Akaroa. Housed in a building dating back to 2015, this bed and breakfast is a 10-minute walk from Akaroa Beach. There's a sun terrace and guests can access free Wifi and free private parking. At the bed and breakfast, some units have a private entrance, dining area, fireplace, and dishwasher. Some accommodations include a balcony and a satellite flat-screen TV, as well as seating area. At the bed and breakfast, all units have a private bathroom. Continental and full English/Irish breakfast options with fresh pastries and fruit are available. Christchurch International Airport is 53 miles away.

- "Really enjoyable, Spacious and comfortable place to stay, very quiet. Amazing gardens." - "Immediately felt welcome and at home. Wish we could have stayed forever! Breakfast was over the top good!" - "Best of the Best" - "Gail and Brendon were the best hosts. We had a lovely stay at their place. Looking forward to come once again!" - "Memorable experience as well as very comfortable accommodation in a beautiful home" - "Why does this rating not go to 11?"

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. "

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 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!"

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 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."

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 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."

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"

Adults-only bed & breakfast with free breakfast and a bar
Along with a bar/lounge, this smoke-free bed & breakfast has conference space and laundry facilities. Free full breakfast is provided, as well as free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and free train station pick-up. Additionally, a library, tour/ticket assistance, and wedding services are onsite.
Limited housekeeping is available.
Dyers House offers 3 accommodations with DVD players and free minibar items. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room coffee/tea makers and minibars.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

- "One of a kind, large, five star bed and breakfast near to restaurants, downtown! Hosts were amazing to talk with and breakfasts were delicious. Rooms and bathrooms were exceptionally specious! Hot showers with excellent water pressure. Quiet with gardens all around. Amazing views! You can’t beat this place!! Well come again and again! Ruth" - "Breakfast was amazing and property was very neat and clean. The room was wonderfully decorated. The hosts were so friendly and helpful! We had a great time!"

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 seasonal outdoor pool and a refrigerator, as well as free WiFi and an LCD TV. Other amenities include premium bedding, towels, bathrobes, and a DVD player.

- "Beautiful flat-style accommodation in Stoke. " - "Beautiful place! A real wee oasis for a few days. Owners are wonderful to deal with." - "We cannot fault this place at all. A beautiful home away from home with everything you need. The swimming pool is solar heated so nice and warm all day. We will definitely be returning on our next trip to Nelson!" - "Although I'd been to NZ previously I'd never been to the South Island. We decided to base ourselves in Nelson for 2 nights but when I looked at the Accomodation, everything looked really basic and I was looking for something a bit more special. We were delighted with the Woodstock Suite! The cottage style residence was beautifully decorated; the bed was the comfiest I've come across yet and the rainforest shower was fabulous. There was a Bluetooth sound system which allowed music to be heard throughout the Accomodation and there was also complimentary wine laid on by Erik and Martine. The private garden and pool would have be fabulous had we not arrived in winter and during unusually bad weather for the area. After our initial booking Erik and Martine emailed us to ensure that we knew how to find them and to check what time we would be arriving so that they could meet us. We were very impressed by the level of service. Can't wait to go back, hopefully in summer so we can make use of the garden and pool. "

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 refrigerator and free WiFi, as well as a coffee/tea maker and a garden. Other amenities include premium bedding, laundry facilities, towels, and bathrobes.

- "A unique, friendly and calming place. I will certainly stay there again, given the opportunity." - "Beautiful character home, comfortable surroundings, and brilliant staff and service " - "From the moment we checked in until the time we departed, the staff at Hulbert House paid special attention to our every need. They were friendly, warm and very knowledgeable on local activities and restaurants. Breakfast was outstanding and drinks and snacks were available around-the-clock. And the suites were five-star all the way. We will return to this lovely place in 2025!!"

Featuring a garden, Off the Beaten Track B&B features accommodations in Canvastown. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. There is a seating area, a dining area, and a kitchenette complete with a microwave, a toaster, and a fridge. The property has an outdoor dining area. The nearest airport is Marlborough Airport, 31 miles from the bed and breakfast.

- "Endless opportunities to adventure!" - "Remote, gold panning, glow worms and more"

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

- "What an amazing experience - one of the best stays I have had ever. So much attention to detail and the most welcoming and accommodating hosts. Dinner was delicious (I am vegan and they were very accommodating). Every moment we we were there was absolute perfection. If you are thinking about booking here stop thinking and just book, you will not regret it! " - "Amazing stay. One of our favorite places we visited while in NZ. Everything was perfect. There is not one thing I can think of that they can improve on. We will be back again"