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Christchurch

44 homestays

Queenstown

31 homestays

Dunedin

30 homestays

Wanaka

13 homestays

Nelson

10 homestays

Lake Tekapo

10 homestays

Blenheim

7 homestays

Picton

6 homestays

Rolleston

5 homestays

Invercargill

5 homestays

Oamaru

5 homestays

Havelock

4 homestays

Cromwell

4 homestays

Motueka

4 homestays

Tarras

3 homestays

Reefton

3 homestays

The best homestays in South Island

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Sahara Guest House

Dunedin

Located in Dunedin, near Otago Museum, Taieri Gorge Railway and Forsyth Barr Stadium, Sahara Guest House has a shared lounge.

佐藤
From
Japan
It’s very cute and lovely guest house
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,003 reviews
Price from
US$91.19
1 night, 2 adults

Austin Heights - Kaikoura

Kaikoura

Situated in Kaikoura, 1.3 km from Kaikoura Beach, Austin Heights - Kaikoura features a garden and views of the garden.

M
Mirte
From
Netherlands
Comfortable studio, with balcony. Nice relax seats. And indeed a very nice view.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
Price from
US$95.67
1 night, 2 adults

Stay@10

Blenheim

Stay@10 in Blenheim provides accommodation with a garden and a shared lounge. The property features garden views. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

S
Shane
From
Spain
Good range of options for a continental-style breakfast Great location for me. I was visiting my uncle at the Bethsaida Retirement Village in Blenheim. This accommodation was only a few minutes away by car
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews
Price from
US$87.97
1 night, 2 adults

Studio 585

Alexandra

Located just 28 km from Central Otago District Council, Studio 585 provides accommodation in Alexandra with access to a garden, barbecue facilities, as well as bicycle parking.

B
Bruining
From
Netherlands
Lovely place, very comfortable and clean. The owners are kind and helpful!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews
Price from
US$98.18
1 night, 2 adults

Berryfields 64

Appleby

Located in Appleby and only 15 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, Berryfields 64 provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking.

m
maureen
From
Australia
The bed was very comfy we had the best sleep The breakfast was great and it was really nice to have real milk not long life milk The unit was so clean one of the cleanest places we have stayed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 119 reviews
Price from
US$132.87
1 night, 2 adults

The Vines - Gibbston

Gibbston

Offering a terrace and mountain view, The Vines - Gibbston is located in Gibbston, 38 km from The Remarkables and 39 km from Lake Wakatipu.

T
TING
From
Taiwan
Just like living in my own house, can get all we need. The view around the house is the most attractive thing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 172 reviews
Price from
US$145.46
1 night, 2 adults

Halfmoon Cottage

Akaroa

Halfmoon Cottage in Akaroa provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a terrace and barbecue facilities. This homestay features free private parking, a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

L
Liam1234
From
Australia
Gorgeous small cottage which was easy to get to and was close enough to Akaroa and other attractions, whilst still having that secluded feeling. Cornelius and Margot who own and operate the cottage were very friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
Price from
US$89.40
1 night, 2 adults

Enchanted Escape

Picton

Enchanted Escape is a recently renovated guest house in Picton, where guests can make the most of its garden and bar. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

P
Paula
From
Australia
The room was beautifully decorated, clean, and incredibly comfortable. I especially appreciated the thoughtful amenities and cozy atmosphere. The staff was friendly and attentive, offering great recommendations that enhanced my stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 173 reviews
Price from
US$89.51
1 night, 2 adults

Arthur's Pass Ecolodge

Cass

Featuring mountain views, Arthur's Pass Ecolodge provides accommodation with balcony, around 13 km from Arthur's Pass National Park. With river views, this accommodation features a patio.

J
Julia
From
Switzerland
Helen is an extraordinary host who shares her home, dinner, stories and knowledge. We were more than happy with our stay, wished we would have stayed more than one night.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
Price from
US$131.47
1 night, 2 adults

Stump Cottage

Lumsden

Situated in Lumsden in the Southland region, Stump Cottage has a garden. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The guest house is fitted with a flat-screen TV.

A
Andrew
From
Singapore
I recently had the pleasure of staying at Cara's cottage for my holiday in New Zealand, and I cannot express how delightful the experience was. From the moment I arrived, I was struck by the immaculate cleanliness of the cottage. It was evident that Cara takes great pride in maintaining a pristine environment for her guests. The cottage was equipped with a full suite of facilities and amenities that truly enhanced my stay. Every detail seemed to have been thoughtfully considered, and I very much appreciated the completeness of what was provided. The added touch of a delicious breakfast was also a highlight, and a testament to Cara's exceptional hospitality. In fact, the quality of my stay was so outstanding that I would compare it to that of a 4 or 5-star hotel. Cara's attention to detail, the comfort of the cottage, and the overall experience far exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend Cara's cottage to anyone seeking a truly exceptional and memorable stay in New Zealand.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
Price from
US$89.51
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: US$83.08
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews
Lovely little cabin, super clean and great host.
Guest review by
Kiri
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 858 reviews
Fabulous homestay, beautiful feel and comfort. Generous friendly hosts. Highly recommend
Guest review by
Rhona
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$72.73
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 173 reviews
Lovely host, really nice and tidy house.
Guest review by
Charlie
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$67.13
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 268 reviews
Everything we needed. Comfortable cabin Great hosts. Perfect location for us.
Guest review by
Donna
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$109.65
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 301 reviews
Both property and garden are absolutely beautiful, lovely hosts
Guest review by
Joanne
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 299 reviews
We liked everything at this property! Ursula is a great host! The house is new, spacious, cozy and extremely clean. The homemade jam for breakfast was super tasty. The view on vineyards in the morning is perfect! We wish we could stay longer! We want to come back!
Guest review by
Tatiana
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$95.11
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 288 reviews
A lovely host, very friendly and hospitable. Warm and clean home. Comfortable beds. Beautiful views of the mountains and located in the center of town. Will stay again
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Lorna
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$69.09
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews
Harvey and Gunner were lovely hosts, we were grateful that we could have our dog in the house. It was one night only and we had a lovely warm bed and room
Guest review by
Neke
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$98.32
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews
Felt welcomed into a private home
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Paul
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$42.32
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 774 reviews
No breakfast. This property is listed as a hotel but it is a modified private home.
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Young couple