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Our top choices for Rabbit Island vacation rentals

1. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (252 reviews)
"Good location for our trip. Nice and clean room. Reception staff very helpful."
Australia
Nicole
The price is CA $121
CA $139 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Beaches Nelson

2. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5.0 star property
The Wood
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,438 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Convenient location to town"
New Zealand
Nathan
The price is CA $96
CA $111 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

3. Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (520 reviews)
"Great staff."
Australia
Angela
The price is CA $109
CA $125 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Quest Nelson

4. The Wheelhouse Inn

The Wheelhouse Inn
3.5 star property
Britannia Heights
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (241 reviews)
"Nice view"
Singapore
GERALDINE HUEY YING
The price is CA $195
CA $224 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
The Wheelhouse Inn

5. Avalon Manor Motel

Avalon Manor Motel
4.0 star property
Motueka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (229 reviews)
"Super clean, super lovely host, couldn’t be more helpful. Lovely modern room! Fab motel!!"
United Kingdom
Briony
The price is CA $141
CA $163 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Avalon Manor Motel

6. Pet, Child and ECO Friendly Holiday Home

Pet, Child and ECO Friendly Holiday Home
Mapua (Ruby Bay)
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (97 reviews)
"Comfy beds and pillows. Warm and cosy"
Australia
Nicole
The price is CA $189
CA $224 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Pet, Child and ECO Friendly Holiday Home

7. Golden Hills Farm Cottage, Stunning Views and a Swimming Pool

Golden Hills Farm Cottage, Stunning Views and a Swimming Pool
Richmond
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (103 reviews)
"Great view from the lounge window featuring a fantastic kinetic sculpture. Gracious, friendly host met us when we pulled up and made us feel very welcome. Everything we needed was available. Stayed just one night, but would definitely return."
Australia
Christopher
The price is CA $146
CA $184 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Golden Hills Farm Cottage, Stunning Views and a Swimming Pool

8. A French style boutique guesthouse set in a large garden with a spa and pool.

A French style boutique guesthouse set in a large garden with a spa and pool.
Richmond
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Wonderful hospitality at this beautiful residence. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay."
New Zealand
Matt M.
The price is CA $178
CA $277 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
A French style boutique guesthouse set in a large garden with a spa and pool.

9. Kaiteriteri Reserve Apartments

Kaiteriteri Reserve Apartments
3.5 star property
Kaiteriteri
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (96 reviews)
"We loved our stay there! Amazing location! "
United States
Daniela
The price is CA $307
CA $354 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Kaiteriteri Reserve Apartments

10. Munro Manor 54 Britannia Heights Stepneyville Nelson 7010

Munro Manor 54 Britannia Heights Stepneyville Nelson 7010
Stepneyville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"Beautiful place to stay we will be back again"
New Zealand
Nikki Lovatt 1.
The price is CA $199
CA $301 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Munro Manor 54 Britannia Heights Stepneyville Nelson 7010

11. The Studio with water views

The Studio with water views
Tasman
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay. Unique layout and decor"
Canada
Mark
The price is CA $111
CA $143 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The Studio with water views

12. Waterfront Classic Kiwi Bach

Waterfront Classic Kiwi Bach
Mapua
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (50 reviews)
"Beautiful view and location."
Australia
Margaret
The price is CA $179
CA $297 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Waterfront Classic Kiwi Bach

13. Gorgeous rural studio unit - peaceful amazing views with tame animals to feed

Gorgeous rural studio unit - peaceful amazing views with tame animals to feed
Mahana
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Cool location, very nice hosts, unique setting, extremely clean, well-stocked kitchen"
United States
Corina N.
The price is CA $166
CA $207 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Gorgeous rural studio unit - peaceful amazing views with tame animals to feed

14. Nelson Waterfront | Stunning Harbour Views | 2BR

Nelson Waterfront | Stunning Harbour Views | 2BR
Stepneyville
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Loved the accommodation. In fact we've been there for meals when it was the Harbour Light Bistro. Loved the views over the water, the light airiness of the upstairs and the outdoor living areas. Well stocked with everything needed. Will stay there again."
New Zealand
neil W.
The price is CA $328
CA $499 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Nelson Waterfront | Stunning Harbour Views | 2BR

15. 39Carmine Five Star 4-bedroom Holiday Home

39Carmine Five Star 4-bedroom Holiday Home
Appleby
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Perfect accommodation for our group of 6. Great location, plenty of room and beautifully presented. Would definitely stay again."
New Zealand
Seamus B.
The price is CA $356
CA $554 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
39Carmine Five Star 4-bedroom Holiday Home

16. Nelson Harbour Light Waterfront Apartment

Nelson Harbour Light Waterfront Apartment
Stepneyville
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Road traffic is loud at times."
United States
Tim S.
The price is CA $284
CA $453 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Nelson Harbour Light Waterfront Apartment

17. 2 Nile Court in Nelson City

2 Nile Court in Nelson City
Nelson City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay at Nile Court. It was very close to the CBD, plus parks and walkways. It had lovely, comfortable beds and a secure garden area which the most important member of the family (the terrier) enjoyed investigating."
United States
Jen S.
The price is CA $203
CA $350 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
2 Nile Court in Nelson City

18. Tranquil Nelson Escape: Birdsong, Hot Tub, Parking. One bedroom, living room.

Tranquil Nelson Escape: Birdsong, Hot Tub, Parking. One bedroom, living room.
Atawhai
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Great hosts and a wonderful place."
Australia
Aaron
The price is CA $142
CA $225 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Tranquil Nelson Escape: Birdsong, Hot Tub, Parking. One bedroom, living room.

19. A stunning boutique apartment ideally nestled in the heart of vibrant Nelson City

A stunning boutique apartment ideally nestled in the heart of vibrant Nelson City
Nelson South
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Great stay, good location, really needed another couple of weeks as there's so much to do in & around Nelson area. Thanks again Gavin "
New Zealand
Claire l.
The price is CA $353
CA $495 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
A stunning boutique apartment ideally nestled in the heart of vibrant Nelson City

20. A lovely home in Mapua village, perfect for couple or families

A lovely home in Mapua village, perfect for couple or families
Mapua
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Well equipped, private Bach I. A quiet location."
New Zealand
Carol M.
The price is CA $352
CA $507 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
A lovely home in Mapua village, perfect for couple or families
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Find out more about Rabbit Island

You always said you would go on a dream vacation someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannon ball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our vacation rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment or room. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your vacation just got upgraded.

As much as you love your short-term rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up . Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in . Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with Rabbit Island. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your vacation rental stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true.

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your vacation rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

Frequently asked questions

Can I find a vacation rental in Rabbit Island?

Yes, we have vacation rentals close to top points of interest in Rabbit Island, or you can go with a more remote option if you'd like a relaxing place to stay. Rabbit Island is known for its beaches.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals that Rabbit Island has to offer?

Stunning Beach & Forest 360 Views - close to the beach and mountain bike park!: Visitors like this Rabbit Island vacation home rental. It offers a balcony, a garden, and air-conditioning to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop, and a microwave, so you can cook with friends or family.

What’s there to see and do in Rabbit Island?

Explore the area and family-friendly sights such as Founders Heritage Park, or get out into nature at a spot like Tahunanui Beach Reserve. Rough Island Equestrian Park and Mapua Wharf are a couple of places you'll find in the larger area.

What’s a vacation rental in Rabbit Island like?

A vacation rental is a private property you can book for a few weeks or just a few days in Rabbit Island. Vacation rentals offer extras such as patios, hot tubs, and fire pits so your stay will be comfortable. If you're concerned about a clean environment, vacation rentals can offer a sense of privacy away from shared hotel elevators and lobbies packed with people while still allowing you the enjoyment of travel. You'll also get more space in a vacation rental than in a hotel, which makes a vacation rental an attractive choice for a family trip or a small group gathering.