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The 10 Best South Island Bed and Breakfasts - B&Bs in South Island, New Zealand

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Mapua

The bed and breakfast provides guests with a terrace, garden views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a toaster, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. A fridge and kitchenware are also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the bed and breakfast, units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Very tasteful decor and everything that we needed for a three day stay. Delicious breakfast included. Quiet area 10 minutes walk from beach.

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9.7
Exceptional
183 reviews
Price from
DKK 732
per night

The Empty Nest

Geraldine

Located in Geraldine in the Canterbury region, The Empty Nest has a garden. The property features garden views. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

The 1-bedroom guest house is equipped with a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a toaster, and 1 bathroom with bathrobes. The guest house offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. Fiona was so welcoming and helpful. And the little cottage was so comfortable, surrounded by a lovely garden and white picket fence. Just wanted to move in and stay.

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9.4
Superb
165 reviews
Price from
DKK 580
per night

Views over Tasman, New luxury boutique studio overlooking the Tasman Sea

Greymouth

Situated in Greymouth and only 11 km from Greymouth Railway Station, Views over Tasman, New luxury boutique studio overlooking the Tasman Sea features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property was built in 2021 and has air-conditioned accommodation with a patio. The property offers barbecue facilities and outdoor furniture. This was a beautiful well stocked room overlooking the Tasman Sea. The owner was very helpful and nice!

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9.7
Exceptional
166 reviews
Price from
DKK 1,000
per night

Kingsdown Manor B&B Timaru

Timaru

Kingsdown Manor B&B Timaru is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Timaru, where guests can make the most of its seasonal outdoor swimming pool and garden. With garden views, this accommodation features a patio. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. A really great place to recuperate after a long flight and break up journey from christchurch to Dunedin. Loved the stained glass windows. Exceptionally comfortable bed. Fantastic having a kitchen to prepare food. We received a really lovely welcome and our daughter loved the toys provided and settled right in. Thank you!

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9.3
Superb
106 reviews
Price from
DKK 821
per night

Dalkeith Boutique Bed & Breakfast

Kaiapoi

Dalkeith Boutique Bed & Breakfast has garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Kaiapoi, 20 km from Christchurch Art Gallery. The property features city views and is 20 km from Canterbury Museum and 21 km from Hagley Park. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Beautiful old decor, very clean. Lovely, Comfortable bed! Lovely bathroom with fresh towels and everything I needed! Coffee, tea and bottled water provided 😀Friendly and accomodating host, Julie. Delicious breakfast provided and eaten in the beautiful dining room 😀

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9.3
Superb
108 reviews
Price from
DKK 732
per night

Studio or Cabin on Whitby

Nelson

At the bed and breakfast, all units come with a outdoor furniture. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also provided, as well as a kettle. The units include a private bathroom, a hair dryer and bed linen. Amazing property! Gorgeous space, amazing views, great communication, every amenity. David and Dandy were wonderful.

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9.2
Superb
115 reviews
Price from
DKK 492
per night

64 Mandalea B&B

Ohoka

Featuring a garden and views of garden, 64 Mandalea B&B is a recently renovated bed and breakfast located in Ohoka, 30 km from Christchurch Art Gallery. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The bed and breakfast also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. Especially the whole house and the nice treatments

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9.6
Exceptional
339 reviews
Price from
DKK 313
per night

Maitai Whare Iti - Adventure Cabins & House

Nelson

Situated in Nelson, 7.4 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, Maitai Whare Iti - Adventure Cabins & House features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Featuring barbecue facilities, the property is located within 8 km of Trafalgar Park. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are available. Spacious 2 bedroom lodge like house on the side of a hill in North Nelson. Super quiet with a gorgeous night sky. We stayed in the largest unit that had a full kitchen and laundry plus a large living room. A comfortable stop for the 4 of us after the bustle of Wellington. Stayed after taking the ferry to Picton and then driving through wine country. Mark is a great host!

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9.1
Superb
114 reviews
Price from
DKK 830
per night

The Salty Bushman B&B

Kaka Point

Offering barbecue facilities and sea view, The Salty Bushman B&B is located in Kaka Point, a few steps from Port Molyneux Beach and 1.3 km from Kaka Point Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the bed and breakfast's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. Excellent hospitality. Friendly, helpful and resourceful host. Lovely and comfortable home. Beautiful view. Highly recommended.

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9.5
Exceptional
127 reviews
Price from
DKK 815
per night

Labyrinth Gardens Guest House

Takaka

At the guest house, every unit has a desk. There is a private bathroom with shower in some units, along with bathrobes, slippers and a hair dryer. At the guest house, each unit includes bed linen and towels. The bath, the surroundings, the living space

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9.5
Exceptional
147 reviews
Price from
DKK 596
per night

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