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Quest Queenstown
4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (224)
"Walked to hotel from airport. Nice bike ride along river to downtown. Easy bus system near by and choice of restaurants and grocery close by."
The price is CA $157
CA $181 total
includes taxes & fees
May 18 - May 19
Quest Queenstown
One Bedroom Apartment | Living area
Quest on Cambridge
3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (88)
"This was a fantastic property! Very spacious rooms and a fantastic area to walk around."
The price is CA $198
CA $229 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Quest on Cambridge
Two Bedroom Penthouse | Living area
Focus Motel And Executive Suites
4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (381)
"Easy check-in. Comfortable beds. Airconditioning and additional heater so the apartment was wonderfully warm. Small fully equipped but adequate kitchenette, in the two bedroom apartment. Easy onsite parking. Christchurch casino just across the road, offering a different $15 main course meal every night except Saturday."
The price is CA $133
CA $155 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Focus Motel And Executive Suites
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Outdoor pool
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1290)
"These are beautifully furnished apartments with the state of art facilities suitable for a traveler that requires quality, comfort and convenience while in Nelson"
The price is CA $90
CA $104 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
3 Bedroom Earnslaw Penthouse | Terrace/patio
The Glebe Apartments
4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (347)
"We liked the presentation and fit out of our apartment. Proximity to tourist area made access to events and tours very easy. "
The Glebe Apartments
Exterior
The Fairways Luxury Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (333)
"such a beautiful place. 10/10 recommend to anyone wanting to stay in kaikōura."
The price is CA $116
CA $136 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
The Fairways Luxury Accommodation Kaikoura
LCD TV
Highview Apartments
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (424)
"Lovely view. Clean. Nice fireplace. Quite close to town to walk "
Highview Apartments
Exterior
Terra Vive Luxury Suites & Apartments
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (591)
"Easy walking distance to the city. Couple of lovely places to eat. The check in was simple and the owner was very helpful. Great accommodation."
The price is CA $115
CA $134 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Terra Vive Luxury Suites & Apartments
Studio Apartment, Kitchen | Balcony
315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments
3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (665)
"Nice accomodation, but up a dark lane way. Right in the middle of the commercial centre of the city. Check in was easy and quick. "
The price is CA $115
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments
Three Bedroom Apartment | Balcony view
Blue Peaks Apartments
4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (204)
"The stay was comfortable, great location, we were able to walk to shops, restaurants and the gardens. The only minor issue was locating the underground parking spot, the number of the apartment was not clearly labeled at the top of the driveway. Overall it was clean, staff was friendly and we loved our stay. "
Blue Peaks Apartments
2 Bedroom Mountain View Family Suite with Balcony | Mountain view
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (716)
"We recommend to stay at La Quinta for Queenstown trip, very remarkable stay."
The price is CA $140
CA $161 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
2-Bedroom Premier Apartment | View from room
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (918)
"Great location for the airport and shopping "
The price is CA $142
CA $163 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park
Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard Area | View from room
Garden Court Suites And Apartments
4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1364)
"Great location and walking distance to town. Spacious rooms which were neat and clean"
The price is CA $136
CA $157 total
includes taxes & fees
May 23 - May 24
Garden Court Suites And Apartments
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Alpine Motel
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (587)
"I love this place so much with a friendly host"
The price is CA $121
CA $141 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Alpine Motel
Exterior
Skyrim Lodge
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (130)
"Looking straight out onto neighbours where building work is being carried out at oresent"
The price is CA $136
CA $162 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
Skyrim Lodge
Outdoor pool
Mantra Lake Tekapo
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (618)
"Great overall stay. Nice, clean, and the staff was helpful"
The price is CA $204
CA $234 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
Mantra Lake Tekapo
Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms
Colonial Motel Invercargill
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (312)
"The room had a spacious lounge and kitchen-dining area and a separate bedroom. Everything worked well including Netflix. It was quiet and we had a comfortable stay. The lady at reception was friendly and very helpful."
The price is CA $136
CA $156 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
Colonial Motel Invercargill
One Bedroom Apartment with Private Balcony | In-room dining
Abba Court Motel & Apartments
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (143)
"Queenstown is a hilly place so parking at the apartment was a bit of a challenge and stressful for us. Other than that the apartment was clean and beds were comfortable. The location is not too bad but requires a bit of walking to the city centre. Groceries shopping is nearby."
The price is CA $119
CA $137 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
Abba Court Motel & Apartments
Front of property - evening/night
Caples Court
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (295)
"Very useful location and unit comfy but complex in need of some repair with a dodgy entry step, and need for some garden upkeep"
Caples Court
Lobby
Wyndham Garden Queenstown
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (650)
"Love using the stair case, the view is amazing and the bakery is lovely "
The price is CA $139
CA $160 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Wyndham Garden Queenstown
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Kamana Lakehouse
4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (304)
"To put it simply; all the staff were amazing, very helpful and friendly from the moment we walked in through the doors. This one sticks in my mind for being one of the best hotels I have stayed in. The food is excellently, backed up with amazing views. Everything you could want from a stay. "
The price is CA $188
CA $216 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30
Kamana Lakehouse
Courtyard
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown, an IHG Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (781)
"Staff are extremely accomodating whenever possible. Rooms mid-sized for a city hotel with most toiletries and amenities provided. Free breakfast buffet with machine coffee. Walkable to town down a hill. Only issue is street parking which is almost impossible to find even in the quieter season, so expect to pay $25 a night to park your car here. "
The price is CA $162
CA $187 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown, an IHG Hotel
Twin Studio
Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (355)
"Apart from tiny rooms everything else was good"
The price is CA $102
CA $118 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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 South 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.

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