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The 10 Best South Island Resorts – All-inclusive Resorts in South Island, New Zealand

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Driftaway Queenstown

Queenstown

At the resort, the rooms include a desk, bed linen and a balcony with a mountain view. Each room comes with a kettle, while some rooms are fitted with a kitchenette with a stovetop. All rooms at Driftaway Queenstown are fitted with a seating area and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Water side was beautiful, we saw the water from our balcony. All facilities were new and clean. The view of BBQ was awesome!

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9.3
Wonderful
619 reviews
Price from
$116
per night

Te Mahia Bay Resort

Kenepuru Sounds

Te Mahia Bay Resort offers accommodation in Kenepuru Sounds. The resort has a barbecue and a private beach area.

A TV with satellite channels. All rooms have lounges and seating areas to relax after a busy day. Enjoy a cup of tea from your balcony or patio. Each room includes a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hair dryer. big wow for the giant apartment with views. dine outside simple meal cooked by owner. walk up to track easy in cool morning.

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9.3
Wonderful
167 reviews

Vintners Retreat

Blenheim

The Vintners Retreat offers self-catering, villa accommodation in the heart of Marlborough. New Zealand’s best wineries are minutes by car. Villas are well-appointed, with free Wi-Fi.

The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts and expansive BBQ area. Each villa overlooks green surroundings. Location was exactly what was needed, a view over the vineyards, stunning. The amount of space for us was exceptional, space to relax and space to play.

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9.1
Wonderful
160 reviews
Price from
$252
per night

Millbrook Resort

Arrowtown

Accommodation options at Millbrook Resort accommodation includes open-plan Deluxe Studios, spacious One and Two Bedroom Suites with a fully equipped kitchen and a variety of luxurious Resort Homes. All accommodation offer great views of the mountains, golf course or resort grounds. Good breakfast in pleasant surroundings. Staff were very attentive.

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9.1
Wonderful
640 reviews
Price from
$266
per night

The Lodge At Te Rawa

Te Rawa

Located in Te Rawa in the Marlborough Region, 26 km from Picton, The Lodge At Te Rawa is accessible by boat only and features a barbecue and a private beach area. The resort has a sun terrace and views of the sea, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. Everything, absolutely awesome people and location, had the best sleeps I’ve had for ages ♥️

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9.6
Exceptional
7 reviews

Rosewood Matakauri

Queenstown

Facilities include a luxury day spa, outdoor heated infinity swimming pool with spa pool, and a fully equipped fitness centre. The lodge’s stylish shared lounge and dining spaces feature open fireplaces. Beautiful and stunning property in a peaceful location close to town. Incredible food and service and amenities

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9.1
Wonderful
13 reviews
Price from
$973
per night

Adrift In Golden Bay- Absolute Beachfront Villas

Collingwood

Situated on a 10-acre property, 18 km north of Takaka, Adrift In Golden Bay- Absolute Beachfront Villas Cottages & Apartments offers access to a private beach. Free Wi-Fi is available at the property.

All rooms at Adrift In Golden Bay- Absolute Beachfront Villas come with open-plan living areas, beach views and outdoor barbecue facilities Private, quiet nestled amongst beautiful scenery

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9.6
Exceptional
33 reviews
Price from
$246
per night

Bay of Many Coves

Arthur's Bay

The 5-star resort in Queen Charlotte Sound, Marlborough offers luxurious apartments with free Wi-Fi and a private balcony overlooking the bay. The resort has a fine dining restaurant with an extensive list of New Zealand wines. Fantastic place. Once in a lifetime experience

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9.3
Wonderful
42 reviews
Price from
$720
per night

Azur Lodge

Fern Hill, Queenstown

Azur Lodge offers private villas in a secluded part of Sunshine Bay. It features panoramic views of Lake Wakatipu, free Wi-Fi and a private shuttle service. It is a 5-minute drive to central Queenstown. Amazing villa which was designed and furnished so thoughtfully

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9.7
Exceptional
68 reviews
Price from
$986
per night

Rainforest Retreat

Franz Josef

Deep In the heart of west coast glacier country, Rainforest Retreat offers a range of accommodation set amongst lush native bush in the Franz Josef township.

Rainforest Retreat offers a range of accommodation from luxury tree huts to backpackers rooms. the rooms were amazing you felt you were tucked away in a rainforest.

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8.7
Excellent
1,639 reviews
Price from
$25
per night

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