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Our top choices for South Island pet-friendly hotels

A neatly made bed with a dark headboard, two bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.
A compact kitchen with a built-in dishwasher, a sink, and a window overlooking a garden.
A room with two beds, a sofa, a coffee table, a desk, and a wall-mounted lamp.
A patio with two metal chairs and a small table, a potted plant, and a window with white curtains.

1. Aorangi Motel

Aorangi Motel
Fairlie
Australia
Daniel
£81
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Aorangi Motel
A modern mobile home with a patio area featuring a wooden bench, a table, and potted plants.
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a fireplace.
A row of compact, modern mobile homes with a gravel driveway and a wooden deck.
A modern living room with a sofa, a wooden table, and a TV on a stand.

2. Mackenzie Motels

Mackenzie Motels
Fairlie
Australia
Natasha
£80
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Mackenzie Motels
A bedroom with a large window offering a view of snow-capped mountains and a fenced field.
A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of mountains and trees.
A grassy area with a white fence and chain-link barrier, a building with a sloped roof, and a mountainous backdrop.
A building with a stone facade and a metal roof, surrounded by a chain-link fence and a grassy area.

3. Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier

Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier
Fox Glacier
Canada
Raine
£44
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Mt Cook View Motel - Fox Glacier
A well-maintained lawn with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background.
A modern kitchen with a built-in sink, wooden cabinets, and a window with a view of greenery.
A bedroom with a large window, a bed, and a view of a balcony with a wooden deck and greenery outside.
A covered outdoor area with a view of a grassy yard, trees, and a distant hill.

4. Burkes Pass Country Motel

Burkes Pass Country Motel
Burkes Pass
Australia
Richmond
£89
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Burkes Pass Country Motel
A mountain landscape with a cabin in the foreground.
A hotel room with a bed, a television on a wooden stand, and a large sliding glass door leading to a parking area.
A covered outdoor area with a view of mountains and a picnic table.
A room with a large window offering a view of a mountainous landscape, a wooden table, and a chair.

5. Rainforest Motel

Rainforest Motel
Fox Glacier
United Kingdom
Ellen
£45
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Rainforest Motel
A two-story house with a balcony, a garage, and a driveway.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a standing fan, and a view of the outdoors.
A residential street with a modern house, a concrete pathway, and a large tree.
A bedroom with a wooden dresser, a white microwave, a television mounted on the wall, and a bed with a blue and white patterned bedspread.

6. Top of the Town

Top of the Town
Picton
Australia
Peter
£60
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Top of the Town
A bedroom with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck with a view of mountains.
A modern room with a large window, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a sofa, and a small table with books.
A building with a sign reading "Te Mahi Retreat" and a view of snow-capped mountains in the background.
A hotel room with a large bed, a painting on the wall, and a view of greenery through the window.

7. Te Mahuru Retreat

Te Mahuru Retreat
Kaikoura Flat
Australia
Karen
£93
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Te Mahuru Retreat
A ping pong table with two paddles in a room with a large window, a leather couch, and a SpinShot table tennis table.
A room with a black leather sofa, a potted plant, and large windows offering a view of a park and mountains.
A large house with a red roof, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and a small pond.
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair, with windows offering a view of greenery and mountains.

8. Te Anau Lodge

Te Anau Lodge
Te Anau
United States
James
£123
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Te Anau Lodge
A building with an 'OFFICE' sign, a covered patio with tables and chairs, and a garden area with a bird feeder.
A living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table with a plant, a wooden bench, and a framed picture on the wall.
Two dogs sitting on a grassy lawn in front of a house with a grey roof and white walls.
A golf course with a large open field, tall trees, and a sunset in the background.

9. Lake Brunner Longhouse

Lake Brunner Longhouse
Moana
Australia
Joshua
£55
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Lake Brunner Longhouse
A modern house with large windows, a wooden deck, and a view of a rocky mountain.
An aerial view of a coastal area with a road curving along the beach, houses adjacent to the road, and cliffs with vegetation.
A room with a wooden floor, a grey sofa, a bed, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.
A house with satellite dishes, a porch, and a view of a cliff.

10. Punakaiki Beachfront Motels

Punakaiki Beachfront Motels
Punakaiki
United States
Jill
£89
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Punakaiki Beachfront Motels
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Discover top South Island attractions with your pet

South Island, New Zealand, offers a wealth of experiences perfect for travellers accompanied by their furry friends. Begin your adventure in the stunning Abel Tasman National Park, where you can explore scenic coastal tracks and let your pet enjoy the sandy shores and gentle waves. Next, head to the picturesque Queenstown, renowned for its breathtaking landscapes; here, you can take your dog on a leisurely stroll along Lake Wakatipu or even hop on a pet-friendly cruise to soak in the majestic mountains. For a taste of local culture, visit the charming town of Kaikoura, where you can enjoy whale watching and fresh seafood, with many eateries outdoor seating that welcomes pets. The Marlborough region, famous for its vineyards, offers plenty of dog-friendly wineries where you can indulge in wine tasting while your pet lounges at your feet. Finally, consider staying in the quaint town of Hanmer Springs, known for its thermal pools; many pet-friendly accommodations here provide easy access to hiking trails and lush gardens. The combination of stunning scenery, outdoor activities, and welcoming hotels ensures a memorable getaway for both you and your pet.

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