The 30 Best B&Bs and Inns in South Island

Ranked 1 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 1 of 42 for B&Bs and inns in Queenstown.

• “Really an extraordinary great experience.”
• “It truly feels like a home away from home. Could not rave more as the best place I've ever stayed”
• “This was the best Airbnb experience we’ve ever had in...”
• See more reviews of The Ferry Bed & Breakfast

Ranked 2 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 1 of 9 for B&Bs and inns in Havelock.

• “One B&B we would definitely recommend and also return to stay again.”
• “Exceptionally comfortable and friendly experience.”
• “Fabulous time in a lovely place to relax”
• See more reviews of Moana Haven B&B

Ranked 3 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 1 of 11 for B&Bs and inns in Akaroa.

• “Beautiful residence, wonderful hosts.”
• “Lovely hosts who made us feel welcome and comfortable from...”
• “Our hosts were wonderful and couldn’t help enough.”
• See more reviews of Newton Heights

Ranked 4 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 1 of 2 for B&Bs and inns in Port Levy.

• “Amazing experience”
• “The hosts were very welcoming and friendly, the room and...”
• “Friendly host, stunning views”
• See more reviews of Port Levy B & B Christchurch

Ranked 5 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 2 of 42 for B&Bs and inns in Queenstown.

• “Cosy and Clean”
• “We had such a wonderful stay at The Canyons B&B.”
• “Wish I can stay for few more nights!”
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Ranked 6 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 1 of 21 for B&Bs and inns in Nelson.

• “We had a wonderful stay and enjoyed getting to know Mark and John our hosts. We will be back.”
• “Ahhhhhhh…….”
• “I’m so happy I chose Ah House!”
• See more reviews of Ah House City B&B Nelson

Ranked 7 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 1 of 5 for B&Bs and inns in Cheviot.

• “Definitely worth a visit :)”
• “The hosts went over and above to make us welcome and help in...”
• “Overall we spent 5 nights at Gary & Robert's place...”
• See more reviews of Ribbonwood Country House

Ranked 8 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 1 of 7 for B&Bs and inns in Mapua.

• “Very clean and modern, great hosts and lovely breakfast...”
• “Don’t miss out, we will definitely stay again.”
• “Mara suited us perfectly.”
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Ranked 9 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 1 of 4 for B&Bs and inns in Riwaka.

• “Stunning views and friendly host!”
• “A wonderful gem in a beautiful part of the world.”
• “A peaceful relaxing getaway, almost like a holiday within a holiday.”
• See more reviews of Kea Ridge King Ensuite Room

Ranked 10 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 1 of 36 for B&Bs and inns in Dunedin.

• “Fantastic shower.”
• “The hosts even left little busicuits for us.”
• “Lovely room with a beautiful view”
• See more reviews of The Views

Ranked 11 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 1 of 6 for B&Bs and inns in Greymouth.

• “Super clean and cosy!!”
• “The cottage was beautifully decorated and clean.”
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• See more reviews of Views over Tasman, New luxury boutique studio overlooking the Tasman Sea

Ranked 12 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 1 of 12 for B&Bs and inns in Kaiapoi.

• “I'd be the first to come back.”
• “Avoided the city for a super comfortable sleep”
• “Superb!!”
• See more reviews of Courtenay B & B

Ranked 13 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 2 of 21 for B&Bs and inns in Nelson.

• “Highly recommend.”
• “Stunning accommodation with amazing views”
• “The view,wow what a scenery, absolutely gorgeous, the bnb...”
• See more reviews of Wake Field Views

Ranked 14 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 1 of 11 for B&Bs and inns in Kaikoura.

• “Beautiful accomodation with very friendly hosts and a jaw dropping location”
• “I'll stay there again!”
• “Spotlessly clean, very warm, excellent breakfast and the...”
• See more reviews of The Hamptons

Ranked 15 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 2 of 36 for B&Bs and inns in Dunedin.

• “Fantastic, don’t miss it:)”
• “Stunning location, cannot praise this property enough”
• “Totally enjoyed our stay, and would do so again.”
• See more reviews of Height of Dunedin Serviced Farm Stay

Ranked 16 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 1 of 7 for B&Bs and inns in Oamaru.

• “It’s was great very relaxing love the town”
• “the perfect spot for a winter weekend getaway”
• “An oasis in the city”
• See more reviews of The Vicarage Boutique Bed and Breakfast Oamaru

Ranked 17 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 3 of 21 for B&Bs and inns in Nelson.

• “Good location, nice breakfast”
• “A great stay with friendly people nothing was a bother, relaxing, quiet and no fuss, I loved brekky.”
• “Very welcoming, purpose-built accommodation, with great breakfast and even greater hosts!”
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Ranked 18 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 2 of 11 for B&Bs and inns in Akaroa.

• “An elegant place to stay in a charming town.”
• “This is a charming Nineteenth Century wooden house in a...”
• “Beaufort House is a little piece of heaven in a stunning and...”
• See more reviews of Beaufort House Akaroa

Ranked 19 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 4 of 21 for B&Bs and inns in Nelson.

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• “Peppertree Bed and Breakfast was an absolute joy to stay at and I would definitely recommend.”
• “Character home, beautiful decor and really comfortable.”
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Ranked 20 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 1 of 10 for B&Bs and inns in Hokitika.

• “A lovely, warm New Zealand welcome. Relaxing and comfortable. Hokitika is well worth a stopover!”
• “Kelly was a wonderful host. She's very kind & lovely. The accommodation was excellent.”
• “Lovely Retreat.”
• See more reviews of 3 Mile BnB

Ranked 21 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 1 of 12 for B&Bs and inns in Cromwell.

• “Bannockburn House”
• “A beautiful place to stay.”
• “Jules and Chris were amazing hosts, the breakfast was sooo...”
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Ranked 22 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 1 of 8 for B&Bs and inns in Murchison.

• “Preferred stay in Murchison”
• “Easily the most comfortable and well equipped bed and breakfast we found in New Zealand”
• “Friendly and helpful host, lovely location, very comfortable...”
• See more reviews of Murchison Lodge

Ranked 23 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 2 of 10 for B&Bs and inns in Hokitika.

• “If you are looking for a stay with comfort, friendly hospitality and more this is it”
• “Friendly and comfortable stay”
• “The best place we stayed at during our holiday”
• See more reviews of Amberlea B&B

Ranked 24 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 1 of 53 for B&Bs and inns in Christchurch.

• “An utterly memorable experience”
• “A place that you want to return to next time you’re in Christchurch”
• “Super warm welcome and very comfortable.”
• See more reviews of 340 deg Alps & Sea

Ranked 25 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 1 of 1 for B&Bs and inns in Springston.

• “Relaxing and peaceful”
• “Comfort, location , peaceful environment and Barbara.”
• “10 Stars Exceptional”
• See more reviews of Chateau Pritchard

Ranked 26 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 1 of 11 for B&Bs and inns in Blenheim.

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• “Sharon & Jason were very welcoming and kind.”
• See more reviews of St Leonards Vineyard Cottages

Ranked 27 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 1 of 7 for B&Bs and inns in Cape Foulwind.

• “Good for stargazing.”
• “Wonderful weekend”
• “Tranquil”
• See more reviews of Okari Cottage

Ranked 28 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 1 of 9 for B&Bs and inns in Balclutha.

• “Sue”
• “Very well appointed, quiet, comfortable, cozy (under floor...”
• “Think i’ve already done that”
• See more reviews of Piwakawaka Suite

Ranked 29 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 1 of 10 for B&Bs and inns in Takaka.

• “The many surprises you find as you walk through the...”
• “Golden Bay Gem”
• “Lovely people, spa and great breakfast!”
• See more reviews of Waitapu Springs B&B

Ranked 30 out of 543 in the region, as well as being 1 of 1 for B&Bs and inns in Papatotara.

• “We loved this place, we spent 3 hours in the spa looking at the beach. Lola came in for tummy rubs”
• “Lovely and beautiful view”
• “Lovely and sweet”
• See more reviews of ToiToi Papatotara BnB