The best accommodations South Island

Each room is different from others and bears its colour. The beds are comfortable and not arranged in a classic dormitory since no room capacity exceeds 3 beds. An excellent place to stay, especially as the rental of one of the two houses is a real business!

Immersed in the bush, four lodges and four small cottages are present here, there is also a stargazer (a wooden tent with a glass ceiling to observe the stars) located about two hundred meters from the beach. This is a very good YHA address, in the middle of the palm trees, to relax or go on an adventure. There is a fully equipped kitchen and a lounge to meet other residents. It is important to remember to do your shopping in advance.

The Orari's beautiful home is a heritage-listed Victorian villa from 1893. It is ideally located: a little more than five hundred meters from the Riverside Market. The owner is an art lover and it shows: each of the ten rooms is different and tastefully decorated. They include queen size or king size bedding and air conditioning. All in all, this is a very good quality establishment where it is good to relax. If you stay here, you should know that breakfast is included in the rate and is delicious.

Quiet, quiet motel, which offers en suite rooms at very reasonable rates.

Te Anau is a picturesque town on one of New Zealand's largest lakes. It's the ideal base for exploring Fiordland National Park. Aden Motel is a comfortable hotel offering spacious rooms with full kitchen facilities. Guests can enjoy free parking, laundry facilities, a children's playground and a barbecue for those lovely summer evenings. Free wireless Internet access is available in all rooms. Pets are welcome on request. The hotel also organizes excursions to the Milford and Doubtful sounds, glowworm caves, horseback riding, jet-boat rides and many other activities that Te Anau has to offer.

Small corner of paradise at the end of the pontoon. Completely isolated from the world, Nigel and his family welcome you in their nest. 40 minutes from Picton by boat, this lodge is also on the Queen Charlotte Track. Take advantage of the places to relax, fish or go to meet dolphins in kayaking…

Located 30 minutes from Picton, east of the road for Anakiwa, these two fully-equipped cottages seem to have emerged from nowhere. A good address to get green in the middle of the fields!

Space is not missing in this charming campsite.

Set around a 1905 cottage (with shared kitchen and showers), this is a place to relax. Located on the banks of the Opawa River, the site is ideal for trout fishing or boating. No dormitories, but rooms of 2 for greater privacy.

A spacious and well equipped studio located right behind the store.

A very basic campsite on the edge of the water.

Beautiful residence near Queen Park.

Floral tapestries and antique furniture fit perfectly with the style of the building. Sunny and cosy rooms.

Still a very basic campsite.

At the end of a gravel road, not far from the waterfalls, this charming backpacker is a quiet place to rest before resuming exploration of the Catlins.

A little retreat from the city, this beautiful Victorian mansion in 1884 offers quality accommodation. The decoration of the places is very special. A good address.

Rob and Nancy have set up two independent chambers in their homes and they are very attentive to their clients. A menu is available for breakfast. The rooms are well kept and overlook a small garden.

Behind the great fence is a white villa dating back to 1860. Which has been transformed into a classic style lodge. Inside, antique furniture gives it its full character.

Next to the swimming pool, the golf course and the railway and Vintage Car Club, this campsite is very well located and offers 125 hectares of park. Possibility to be accommodated in backpackers and cabin.

To be green, this address offers two comfortable and welcoming rooms on a large farm.

Located in the town of Methven, Pudding Hill Lodge is a charming hotel offering a comfortable and relaxing stay. With its location on Scenic Route 72, the hotel offers breathtaking views of New Zealand's Mid Canterbury region. Rooms are spacious and well-appointed, offering all the comforts needed for a pleasant stay. The Pudding Hill Lodge also has a website where guests can find more information on services and rates.

Original Cottage: very narrow and wooden. It's the rendezvous of lovers. Each room has its fireplace and a Spa in the bathroom.

A 30 minutes drive from Motueka, in the middle of nature and in the middle of the animals, the studios of this wooden lodge are fully equipped. A good place to stay in family by reserving the entire lodge for $ 360 per night (5 double rooms).

This restored old convent offers 15 old rooms with antique charm. All guests can enjoy a dinner ($ 30) to find out about a common table. A beautiful garden in which Kokopai, the home sheep, went grass.

Three elegant rooms, all with adjoining or private bathroom. A beautiful colonial house on the heights, overlooking the bay from the terrace. Maggie and Adrian will provide all necessary advice during the stay in Collingwood.

Reasonable prices for a very comfortable establishment. The swimming pool as the rooms would rather lazing at the hotel a few extra nights.

With or without sight, the rooms of this elegant bed & breakfast are different, bright and offer a certain level of comfort. All breakfast breakfast or continental breakfast according to the mood of the guests.

An excellent address! The Vendors owners thought of everything. Each room is different, cosy, heated in winter and has kitchen, TV… Some have views of the lake. The largest unit can accommodate up to 5 people. Special price beyond one night on the spot.

Overlooking the Buller River, this residence offers a splendid view and a remarkable English style garden. A good address.

15 minutes south of Westport and 35 minutes from Punakaiki, 3 km from HS 6. For a getaway in love or to retire solo, this is the dream place. Only, in the middle of nature, in a fully equipped chalet (with provisions for breakfast), on the edge of a lake… What more ask?

A well-equipped and clean motel.

Nothing has changed here since the 1960 s, but the rooms are clean and well equipped. All rooms are autonomous, with breakfast on order.

This large house perched on the hillside dominates the sea. Renovated and completely insulated, it can accommodate up to 6 people. The little plus that leaves no indifference: The outdoor bath from where to admire the stars in the evening.

Often used to host courses or retreats, this wooden cottage is also rented to individuals (between 8 and 1 people).

Lake Rotoroa Lodge is a 5-star hotel located in Murchison. Nestled on the edge of Nelson Lakes National Park, it offers breathtaking views of the lake, river or mountains. It offers air-conditioned, child-friendly rooms and an airport shuttle. The lodge is renowned for its fly fishing, with some of New Zealand's best brown trout fishing accessible only by water cab. Guides are in high demand, so booking in advance is recommended. The lodge was built in the 1920s and has been lovingly restored. In 2000, it was named one of the world's top twenty-five adventure destinations by National Geographic Adventure magazine. It is also considered one of the top two trout fishing sites in the world. Lake Rotoroa Lodge is a unique and special place where the pressures of everyday life disappear.

The Linkwater Motel & Flashpackers is a luxury 3-star hotel located just 8.4 km from the center of Picton. It offers rooms equipped with clock radios and DVD players. Facilities include a cafeteria and outdoor swimming pool. Laundry services are also available. To book, simply select the dates of your stay and click on "Check rates" to submit a request. Once prices and room types are displayed, select the desired rate and click on "Book now". A secure reservation request form must then be completed. Once all the fields have been completed, simply click on "Complete reservation". The motel is located close to the Edwin Fox and Picton, Blenheim, Nelson, Wellington and Motueka airports.

Glendaruel Bed & Breakfast is a charming establishment located in Oban. Nestled between Halfmoon Bay and Golden Bay, it offers breathtaking views of Paterson Inlet and Ulva Island. The owners, Raylene and Lochiel, are long-time Stewart Islanders and will be delighted to help you make the most of your stay on this beautiful island. Whether it's driving you to the start of a hike or to a restaurant, they're there to be of service. Rooms are comfortable and breakfast is included in the price. Glendaruel is ideally located, just a few minutes' walk from the village of Oban and the water cabs to the island of Ulva.

A friendly hostel with clean rooms and comfortable beds. There is a large kitchen and a small garden for a barbecue.

Hidden Lodge Queenstown is an accommodation located in Queenstown. It is ideally located, 4 km from the Skyline gondola and toboggan run, and 9.4 km from Lake Wakatipu. The lodge offers comfortable rooms with free Wi-Fi, a garden with terrace, a gym and a sauna. Rooms feature a seating area, flat-screen satellite TV and en suite bathroom with free toiletries. Some rooms offer lake or garden views from their balcony or terrace. A full English/Irish, American or vegetarian breakfast is served on site. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The lodge also offers magnificent mountain and lake views.

The Lakeside Motel Apartments is a modern hotel located on the shore of beautiful Lake Te Anau, in Te Anau. This establishment offers a variety of accommodation types, from studio rooms to one- and two-bedroom apartments, sleeping from two to six people. All units are equipped with free wireless internet access and are guaranteed to be warm all year round. The Lakeside Motel Apartments is the ideal base for exploring Fiordland National Park and the famous Milford Sound. Special rates for groups and longer stays are available on request. The hotel's address is 36 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau 9600.