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Our top choices for South Island guest houses

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1. Curio Bay Salt House Motel

Curio Bay Salt House Motel
3.0 star property
Curio Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (380 reviews)
"This accommodation is excellent, great location and very spacious"
United States
Tomas
The price is AU$177
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Curio Bay Salt House Motel
A spacious living room with large windows, a wooden deck, and a view of a distant landscape.

2. Pukaki Air Lodge

Pukaki Air Lodge
3.0 star property
Pukaki
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (82 reviews)
"Very happy with this accommodation"
United Kingdom
Jacqueline
The price is AU$280
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Pukaki Air Lodge
A cozy room with a large window offering a mountain view, a comfortable sofa, and a television.

3. Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge

Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge
4.0 star property
Mount Cook
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (440 reviews)
"Great in general. Remember to buy groceries before driving to Mt. Cook."
United States
Shuang
The price is AU$263
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge
A spacious living room with a fireplace, a dining area, and a large sliding glass door leading to a patio.

4. Arrowtown House Boutique Accommodation

Arrowtown House Boutique Accommodation
4.0 star property
Arrowtown
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (177 reviews)
"One of the best places to stay in South Island loved everything about this place! 💖 thank youui"
Australia
Natia
The price is AU$309
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Arrowtown House Boutique Accommodation
A large white two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained garden.

5. Sennen House

Sennen House
4.0 star property
Picton
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (104 reviews)
"Beautiful B&B in Picton. Lovely host. Comfortable and peaceful stay. Good breakfast & comfy bed."
United Kingdom
Susan
The price is AU$228
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Sennen House
A cozy wooden cabin room with a bed, a sofa, and a TV.

6. Fox Glacier Lodge

Fox Glacier Lodge
4.0 star property
Fox Glacier
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (367 reviews)
"Cute room. Very polite staff!"
United States
Maria
The price is AU$117
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Fox Glacier Lodge
A two-story house with a covered porch and a red-tiled roof.

7. Anglesea House Inn

Anglesea House Inn
3.5 star property
Renwick
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Everything was outstanding! The property and Inn are exceptionally beautiful. Rooms were very clean & had everything one would need. The host, Reshma, was unbelievably helpful in guiding us through some travel difficulties, and did everything imaginable for us, including a pickup and dropoff. I couldn’t recommend it more highly!"
Canada
Harrison
The price is AU$271
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Anglesea House Inn
A breakfast tray with a croissant, fruit preserves, and two glasses of champagne on a white table in a modern hotel room with a view of a cityscape.

8. The Sails Nelson

The Sails Nelson
5.0 star property
The Wood
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (750 reviews)
"good location, helpful staff. Great place to stay"
Australia
Suzannah
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
The Sails Nelson
A two-story house with a balcony, a garage, and a driveway.

9. Top of the Town

Top of the Town
3.5 star property
Picton
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (209 reviews)
"Lovely little spot, easily walkable to food and shopping, very friendly hosts. "
United States
Ashley
The price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Top of the Town
A bedroom with a bed, a wooden headboard, a stone wall, a window with blinds, and a sliding barn door.

10. The Stables Dunedin

The Stables Dunedin
3.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Nice warm room and very quiet, Internet was only 5G so well below standard. Warning..There is no reception for meet and great so after a phone call to The Stables and a fast response from them we had the code to get into the room."
Australia
Owen
The price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
The Stables Dunedin
A building with an 'OFFICE' sign, a covered patio with tables and chairs, and a garden area with a bird feeder.

11. Lake Brunner Longhouse

Lake Brunner Longhouse
3.5 star property
Moana
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (90 reviews)
"Quiet location"
Australia
Roger
The price is AU$104
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Lake Brunner Longhouse
A coastal view with a rocky cliff and houses.

12. Cave Rock Guest House

Cave Rock Guest House
3.0 star property
Sumner
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (93 reviews)
"lovely room and location close to beach snd shops. Friendly and engaging host would go back"
New Zealand
alan
The price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Cave Rock Guest House
A single-story house with a red roof, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and various flowering plants.

13. Waikawa House

Waikawa House
3.5 star property
Waikawa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
"Wonderful rural house, will book again definitely!!!"
Australia
Tonia
The price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Waikawa House
A modern house with a spacious patio, large windows, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

14. Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts

Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts
3.5 star property
Appleby
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (60 reviews)
"Ideal for what we needed, cute lil place, everything was easy with thoughtful touches."
New Zealand
Anonymous traveller
The price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Appleby House & Rabbit Island Huts
A front door with a sign reading "The Gables," a life preserver hanging on the wall, and two wall-mounted lights.

15. The Gables B&B

The Gables B&B
3.0 star property
Picton
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (50 reviews)
"Beautiful cozy cottage, well-appointed, helpful staff."
United States
Margaret
The price is AU$227
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
The Gables B&B
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV on a wooden stand, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a table and chairs.

16. Settlers Boutique Motel

Settlers Boutique Motel
4.0 star property
Hanmer Springs
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (654 reviews)
"The staff were very friendly and informative. The motel is an easy walk to cafes, hotels and the hot pools. Great place to stay "
Australia
Paul
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Settlers Boutique Motel
A wooden deck with a glass table and two wicker chairs, overlooking a calm lake and distant mountains.

17. Lakewood Lofts

Lakewood Lofts
3.0 star property
Te Anau
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (59 reviews)
"Was a great stay. Right on the lake (Lakeview room) and an easy walk into town."
Australia
Andrew
Lakewood Lofts
A rustic outdoor seating area with a view of snow-capped mountains in the distance.

18. Peter's Farm Lodge

Peter's Farm Lodge
2.5 star property
Waipiata
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Fabulous spot! "
Canada
Joan
The price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Peter's Farm Lodge
A two-story wooden house with a balcony, a porch with outdoor lighting, and a well-maintained lawn.

19. Murchison Lodge

Murchison Lodge
3.5 star property
Murchison
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (94 reviews)
"Wonderful place with excellent personal hosting"
United States
Tal
The price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Murchison Lodge
A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a round mirror, and a wardrobe.

20. Superior Dunedin Apartments

Superior Dunedin Apartments
3.0 star property
Fairfield
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (100 reviews)
"Hassle free booking and very cheap"
Australia
Richard
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Superior Dunedin Apartments
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Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Clean and modern hotel. So convenient to the airport and the shuttle is such a bonus. We stay the night before we fly international most times. Breakfast is very generous. Staff are always friendly and helpful. Love the room service robot, really cool!"
Jacques 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Sudima Christchurch Airport

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South Island Guest Houses information

Number of reviews
3,423
Accommodation
19 Guest Houses
Lowest Price
AU$104
Highest Price
AU$309