Fiordland & Southland
Situated on the edge of a peaceful 14-hectare nature reserve (7km off the highway), these four spacious self-contained cottages offer peace, quiet and…
Must-see hotels in Fiordland & Southland
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Fiordland & Southland
In the midst of a working farm 4km north of Slope Point, this family-run accommodation plunges you into the rhythms of rural life: calf-feeding time,…
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Fiordland & Southland
This exemplary holiday park is on an incredible beach at the entrance to Surat Bay, 5km from Owaka, where sea lion pups can be spotted in December and…
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Fiordland & Southland
Secluded in bird-filled bush, and angled for sea, sunset and aurora views, are three stylish, luxurious rooms with private decks and a shared lounge…
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Fiordland & Southland
A mix of snug and swish, this large Victorian house has a lounge with a fireplace, a fully equipped kitchen and peaceful gardens. Adding to the perks are…
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Fiordland & Southland
A haven for the ornithologically inclined, this 25-year-old guesthouse is tucked into a private forest and wetland reserve. Rates include a guided walk…
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Fiordland & Southland
Three plush units are on offer here – one apartment attached to the hosts' house, and two similar units down the road. All are self-contained, decorated…
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Manapouri Motels & Holiday Park
Fiordland & Southland
Ramshackle and eccentric, Manapouri Motels is not everyone's cup of tea, but if you like the sound of staying in a little wooden cabin that's part Swiss…
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Fiordland & Southland
This perfect hybrid of seaside holiday home and hostel has light-filled bedrooms sporting cheerful linen. There are two kitchens and lounges, but you'll…
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Fiordland & Southland
These studio units are among the island's best, with plush interiors, flash bathrooms and private verandas, although kitchen facilities are scant. Two…
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Fiordland & Southland
It's hard to imagine a lovelier outlook than the one from these two modern units, gazing from a seaside knoll midway between Kaka Point and Nugget Point…
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Milford Sound
Alongside the Cleddau River, 1.5km from the Milford hub (there's a free shuttle), this modern lodge is the only accommodation at the sound. It offers…
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Fiordland & Southland
On a hill overlooking the bay, five minutes' walk from town, this grand lodge has six comfortable en suite rooms. Shared facilities include a sunny…
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Fiordland & Southland
Esther and Jack are your welcoming hosts to these two self-contained cabins, kitted out with every comfort a traveller could require. Each includes a…
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Fiordland & Southland
Right on the lake, 500m from the boat launch for the Milford Track, this comfortable lodge boasts epic views and neat rooms decorated in a distinctly…
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Fiordland & Southland
A great option for budget travellers, this cosy blue home offers rooms with shared-bathroom facilities. A big breakfast of muesli, fruit and eggs prepares…
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Fiordland & Southland
Friendly hosts, reasonable prices and tidy, well-equipped units put this modern, two-level place near the top of Invercargill's competitive motel pack…
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Fiordland & Southland
In the Eglinton Valley, 63km north of Te Anau, Knob’s Flat's six self-contained units suit those who appreciate life's simple pleasures: a cosy room with…
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Fiordland & Southland
Nestled into forest near the lake, Possum Lodge is old-fashioned in the best kind of way. There's basic cabins, time-worn motel units, enviably green…
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Fiordland & Southland
Continually upgrading and adding facilities, this well-kept park has backpacker dorms, modern motels and plenty of lush grass to camp upon, along with…
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Fiordland & Southland
This hillside motel offers spacious, comfortable units with lots of light, views over the harbour and a shared balcony. Some rooms have spa baths, all…
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Fiordland & Southland
High on a hill 1.5km out of town, with native forest at the back door and surrounded by a sheep farm, these two shipshape cottages command spectacular…
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Fiordland & Southland
This modern holiday park offers personality-packed accommodation ranging from cute cabins to smart family motels. Tenters share good communal amenities…
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Fiordland & Southland
A converted wooden villa houses Stewart Island/Rakiura’s smaller, but better, hostel option. It's somewhat squeezed but offers the benefits of a cosy…
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Fiordland & Southland
Across a busy road from Invercargill's ornate Victorian water tower, units at this crowd-pleasing motel have nicely modernised kitchens and bathrooms, and…
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Fiordland & Southland
Very much like staying at a mate's house, this tidy two-level home has a comfortable lounge with a large TV and leather couches, and a well-equipped…
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Fiordland & Southland
This beautifully restored 1896 building is awash with nostalgia and is a little worn, but comfy, like a favourite armchair. With old portraits and an old…
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Fiordland & Southland
More sophisticated than the average motel, Pounawea Grove has a boutique feel thanks to its roomy units with sharp, modern bathrooms, kitchenettes and…
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Fiordland & Southland
Recently upgraded, these modern units all have beautiful views over the ocean. Some have kitchenettes, double-glazed windows and heat pumps to keep out…
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Fiordland & Southland
A old public-workers' camp has stood here since the 1930s, largely abandoned when roading efforts ground to a halt in WWII. Decades later the camp was…
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Fiordland & Southland
Sprinkled across a hillside about 3km east of town, these cabins are styled like little hunting lodges (antlers, potbelly stoves); the loftiest have…
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Fiordland & Southland
Enjoy a truly local experience at this comfy guesthouse, a couple of blocks south of Queens Park. Pleasant rooms (the uppermost with sloped, chalet-style…
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Fiordland & Southland
If you're seeking tranquil surrounds and bird-watching galore, this no-frills motor camp on the estuary will hit the spot. Tenters, campervanners and…
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Fiordland & Southland
The vibe is business more than pleasure, but serviced apartments from this accommodation chain have perfectly kitted-out studios and apartments (good…
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Fiordland & Southland
Tucked onto the headland between Curio and Porpoise Bays, this camping ground is nothing fancy, but offers private sites sheltered from the wind by a sea…
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Fiordland & Southland
If you want to mingle with travellers and don't mind a by-the-numbers hostel, Tuatara's lizard-green decor and tidy dorm rooms fit the bill. In the heart…
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Penguin Paradise Holiday Lodge
Fiordland & Southland
This laid-back backpackers, boasting a wood fire, washing machines and loads of local info, occupies a heritage cottage on Waikawa village's main drag,…
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Fiordland & Southland
Right on the estuary, the modern four-bedroom Harbour View lodge is an excellent option for families or groups; up to 12 people can be accommodated. The…
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Fiordland & Southland
With spacious units, modern bathrooms and friendly staff, 388 Tay is a reliable and well-run place. It's 2km east of the centre of town, towards Bill…
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Fiordland & Southland
The island's biggest backpackers has many rooms facing onto a courtyard and there's a barbecue area that traps some decent sun. There are terraced, grassy…
