Bed and breakfast vacation rentals in Canterbury Region

We stayed at Shirley's place for a night for our little blue penguins trip at Timaru. The place is absolutely lovely, and our room is located on the ground floor where we have a living room and a large balcony of our own. We really appreciated Shirley's hospitality and her serving us a nice New Zealand breakfast in the dining room on the first floor (where the host stays). We couldn't feel more at home and peaceful at Shirley's place, 5 stars!

We absolutely loved our stay at Waikonini Homestead! From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed with tea and cake, setting the tone for a truly delightful experience. We stayed one night in ‘Owen’s Room’, and as no other guests were booked during our visit, the homestead felt wonderfully tranquil. The warm, cozy bed made for an incredibly comfortable night, and the meals were a perfect finish to the night. Dinner (prebooked) featured a fish pie, followed by a mince tart with homemade custard—comfort food at its very finest. Mary, our host, truly made the experience unforgettable. Her warm hospitality and engaging conversations about travel, dogs, and life made us feel completely at home. And her delightful Corgis, Peppi and Anne—oh, they were absolutely adorable! The homestead itself is a treasure—an elegant old home surrounded by stunning grounds that invite you to relax and explore. The perfect blend of timeless charm and modern comfort.

We absolutely enjoyed our stay on the farm! It's perfect with kids, there's so many animals and a nice little playground. Our kids loved to feed the animals and to play with the family dog. Lisa was very friendly and available to answer our questions. The fresh bread, honey, jam, butter and eggs in the morning made for a yummy breakfast, and it was easy to get food and go grocery shopping in nearby Greymouth. We went hiking to see coal creek waterfall and to stunning Pancake rocks. The room is small but impeccable and has everything you need to prepare simple meals. The only little discomfort is walking over the terrace to the bathroom when it's cold at night, so make sure to bring a warm pair of socks in the cold season :)

The house is clean and tidy, the host are friendly.

My sister and I had a wonderful night away , Rob was very welcoming and made sure we had everything we needed. Absolutely gorgeous home and grounds,, I felt like the lady of the manor. We will definitely be back.

A fantastic place to relax and unwind. Tranquil countryside views Sue was an amazing host Our wedding weekend was superb and having a place to stay that we felt comfortable coming and going was such a bonus . Was lovely to meet Sues extended family too . We had the most relaxing time Jenny and Steve

Louise is a great host and units are perfect for a short stay on the roadtrip or food a weekend away. BBQ outside is great for cooking on. Thanks!

We stayed at Shirley’s place for a week and we enjoyed our stay. Everything’s nice and tidy. We felt at home, although I was bit worried at first because my husband and my daughter don’t speak English. But it turned out just fine and actually they enjoyed their stay too!

Excellent location. Easy walk along a river into core area. Karen and Rob are exceptional hosts. They saved a parking space for me and made me feel right at home. Rob even walked with me a bit to get me headed in right direction. Clean and comfortable. Only had one night with them, but would go back in a heartbeat.

Patrick and his wife are incredibly kind and welcoming hosts. They prepared a delicious and generous breakfast that made us feel right at home. Kaikoura is a stunning coastal town, and Patrick’s House is perfectly located to enjoy breathtaking sunrise views right from the accommodation. Spending a night here added a truly memorable and heartwarming touch to our New Zealand journey.

Karens place was very comfortable and spotlessly clean. It was a very wet evening and a bit miserable outside but Karen had the heat on and an electric blanket on in my bed when I arrived. The bed was very comfortable and it was a quiet and peaceful area in addition to being only about a 15 minutes walk from the centre of Christchurch. I got a very good continental breakfast and in addition Karen did me some eggs for breakfast. I would stay again if I am in Christchurch.

Great hosts and comfortable home! We were greeted by the hosts and made to feel at home right away. Everything was as described, homey, and clean. We had great chats and recommendations for sightseeing options from the host.

Ruth and Brian's hospitality was second to none, as was their lovely apartment. Roomy, light filled and generously provisioned, Villy and I took advantage of the twin rooms to take a break from each others snoring. Super comfortable beds made a 10 hour sleep, bliss. We felt as comfortable as possible at Ruth, Brian's and BG's lovely home. Thanks folks.

My dad and I loved staying here! Both the spaces were very cosy and clean. The freshly baked bread and cookies were a very thoughtful addition. Would definitely stay here again!

Jen is an extremely nice host. She communicates with all the guests and shares about all the activities they can do in town. Highly recommended.

Chryssie’s place had an outstanding view of the city, even with clouds that we brought with us! It was a pleasure to meet Chryssie who was both friendly and welcoming. The light breakfast was perfect for our early departure.

We had the large room, and it had a super king-size bed. The bed is very comfortable and the lined great. The bathroom is small but clean and functional, with luxurious towels. There is a little table with 2 chairs where we ate our continental breakfast. We chose the details from a menu given to each of us. Our host, Julie, left our breakfast outside our door at the time we stated. There is a small fridge in the room with tea and coffee making facilities. It's a lovely old house with bedrooms upstairs. Julie has thoughtfully decorated the home with bits and bobs, wallpaper and furniture of the era. We ate at Miss Saigon, which is a fantastic Vietnamese restaurant within walking distance!! And then watched TV lying on the bed .

We are so pleased to have recently stayed at Scarborough House. Ted and Sue are the most welcoming and hospitable hosts who insured that our stay was nothing but the best. Their guest suites are extremely comfortable with all of the comforts of home. The views from this property are stunning and we appreciated the special marine life of Kaikoura.

This is a unique and bona fide Boutique BnB! You’ll want to spend some time just exploring the antiquity and treasures in Dalkeith BnB, where you’ll find all kinds of treasures! The bed and linens are heavenly, along with the ensuite bathroom, the breakfasts were glorious and the care & attention Julie the host, extends is brilliant! Great location, everything walkable, Kaiapoi Museum is phenomenal, along with all amenities nearby. I loved staying here, the property’s gardens are glorious and 4 nights went by so fast! Very well priced and best BnB I have experienced. Kaiapoi is a little gem of a town not to be missed!

Marie and John are very friendly and warm hosts. We felt very comfortable. Marie gave us good tips. It is a wonderful place to relax. The breakfast is prepared with a lot of love. The room with bathroom is very comfortably furnished. From the terrace you have a wonderful view of the sea.

Rebecca is so nice.Her house is beautiful and tidy，also it's comfy.

Lovely hosts! Thank you so much for being so flexible with the check in and making my mother feel so comfortable in your beautiful home, she really enjoyed meeting you all.

Everything is as advertised. Great people and place. Highly recommended.

This was a perfect find for me! I didn't tonow until arrival, that there is a ferry 10 minutes away that takes you to Lyttelton and you can catch a bus into Christchurch. I enjoyed the Saturday market in Lyttelton then easily bused to Christchurch for the day. The space is private, clean and cozy. Just perfect! And the host were very hospitable and friendly. Great communication too!