Once a thriving gold mining town, Arrowtown today is a splendid destination for both nature lovers and history buffs, with various exciting things to do. Set against a backdrop of mountains by the Arrow River, this picturesque small town is a 20-minute drive from Queenstown. The historic Arrowtown Village has numerous well-preserved European- and Chinese-style buildings from bygone days. The recreated Chinese settlement in the outskirts of the town is another historic landmark that offers a peek into the gold mining era. Stunning scenic vistas abound here. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful outdoors via activities such as hiking and biking on its many trails. With its fantastic landscapes, the Crown Range Road - New Zealand’s highest main road - is a must-visit attraction. Find a great place to stay and explore Arrowtown’s bevvy of attractions. Read on for a list of top Airbnb vacation rentals in Arrowtown, New Zealand.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on July 28, 2024.
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1. Abode masterfully crafted by Wyatt and Gray Architects (from USD 295)
Experience contemporary living in this freshly built abode, masterfully crafted by Wyatt and Gray Architects. Offering three bedrooms: a king, a queen, and two singles, it ensures restful nights. Delight in the modern kitchen, ideal for culinary adventures, and relax in the communal lounge-dining area. Modern comforts include wifi, TV, laundry amenities, and a cosy gas fireplace.
Embrace the outdoors with a sunlit courtyard, equipped for barbeques and dining. Though welcoming to families, guests should be aware of stairs. Convenient self-check-in and adjacent long-term parking options amplify the stay’s appeal.
Top guest reviews
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upstairs bedrooms are v comfortable with main ensuite and second bathroom both nicely finishedbeds are super comfy with first class linen and duvets which meant great sleepsthe beds and linens were fantastic and overall the quality was greatCleanliness:
well designed modern clean and warmmodern clean and comfortablelovely clean cozy and great locationit was very clean and comfortable and the beds were very much to our likinggreat beds super clean warm and fantastic amenitiesHost:
communications with the owner were really clearabsolutely outstanding airbnb and hostresponsive host too we really enjoyed our staymet the hosts coincidentally after checkout - super friendly and chattythe host was very responsive polite and attended to a few needs of mineRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic location and beautiful placesuch an amazing locationgreat stay in a perfect central locationgreat location and very well appointed housefantastic location with very easy walking to arrowtown shopping cafes and restaurants
2. Fox's Retreat (from USD 247)
This cosy cottage boasts three tastefully decorated bedrooms, ensuring warmth with electric blankets and heaters. Guests can marvel at the Arrow River Hills from a sunlit deck, while indoors offers high-speed Wi-Fi, a 50-inch HDTV with Netflix, and a fully-equipped kitchen. Essentials such as a washer, dryer, and complimentary toiletries enhance comfort. A stone’s throw from award-winning eateries and attractions, it’s the perfect base for skiing, vineyard tours, golfing, or just unwinding in the heart of a historic town.
Top guest reviews
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the kitchen was well equipped and excellent heating made it very comfortablebeautifully decorated bedrooms gorgeous views and lots of extra things to make the stay more convenient and comfortablegreat property this would be the warmest property i’ve ever stayed in with most comfortable bedsCleanliness:
it was cosy clean and the beds were very comfortableclean and tidy and had everything we needed for a christmas holidayexceptionally clean comfortable beds functional kitchen and laundrycomfortable warm clean quiet and close to the townshipthe cottage is warm cosy comfortable and cleanHost:
sarah was a great host friendly and informativethank you sarah for hosting usabsolutely wonderful it felt like home from home and sarah was super helpfulsarah was very welcoming and responsive and made sure we had everything we neededsarah could not have been more helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
location is so peaceful and yet near everythingsuch a great location close to everythingsuch a perfect location to town tooperfect location for the ski fields and close to millbrook toosuch a great location - less than 5 min walk to town
3. Upscale cottage surrounded by greenery (from USD 197)
You will love staying in this stylish house for rent in Arrowtown that looks over verdant mountains. Though attached to the hosts’ house it comes with its own entrance. Offering a trendy, modern vibe with high-end amenities, the cottage is suitable for up to two guests. An open concept plan combines a well-furnished living space with views of the surrounding mountains, along with a small kitchen. The bedroom comes with a double bed that faces a window wall, guaranteeing awesome views to wake up to. Guests are free to use the swimming pool, tennis courts and gym available on the grounds.
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beautiful little space complete with kitchen huge wardrobe privacy and homely comforts like aircon and wifithe view around apartment is also peaceful and stunning view with mountains in the surroundingsvery spacious one bedroom apartment with amazing amenitiesluxurious apartment very comfortable and stylish brand new space filled with light and surrounded by mountainsfabulous place spacious comfortable and views to die forCleanliness:
very clean and warmvery clean and organized placesparkling clean with friendly welcomingbeautiful clean tidy and well appointed spacethe space was sparkling clean and so comfortableHost:
belinda is a very thoughtful hostbelinda was very welcoming and accommodatingbelinda is a perfect host and her home is impeccablebelinda is a very hospitable and thoughtful hosthosts are very welcoming and warm hospitality upon our arrivalRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was beautifulgreat location where is very close to corner peak ski parkawesome location and beautiful accomodationgreat location with short and lovely walk to arrowtowngreat little spot close to arrowtown centre
4. Classy apartment with outdoor bathtub (from USD 115)
Warm and welcoming, this holiday home in Arrowtown offers a studio layout fitted out with high-end furnishings. Located on the first floor, this apartment includes a snug sitting area with a fireplace, a dining area plus a kitchenette with basic appliances. A balcony on the front offers ample patio furniture for you to sit back and enjoy the setting. There is a back deck as well, that features a luxe bathtub where you can relax in full privacy. The Arrowtown River Loop track is just across the road while the village itself is around 10 minutes away.
Top guest reviews
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lovely touch of fresh flowers on the tableprivate warm space with an amazing bathroomenjoyed the smart tv with netflix and stylish bathroom with 2 shower heads and heated towel rackvery comfortable and super clean studio with a nice view and great locationwe loved our stay here a beautiful room with lovely touchesCleanliness:
very clean and well presented accommodationvery clean and comfortable would recommendcharming place very clean comfy bed good quality towels and linennice clean well equipped apartment above garagea cosy cottage style impeccably clean and tastefully decoratedHost:
sarah was an excellent hostsarah was a wonderful host very welcomingsarah was a great host and was very accommodatingalso the owners were polite and helpfulwe enjoyed our stay and the host was very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location - a short stroll away from the middle of arrowtown but super-quietawesome stay in a great locationonly a short drive or nice walk from arrowtown situated on a quiet streetfabulous location can't wait to go backthe location is super convenient to checking out arrowtown
5. Restored historical cottage inside Arrowtown village (from USD 112)
Restored with care, this is a charming historical cottage with a lot of character. This holiday house in Arrowtown is separately located on the grounds of the owner’s house with full privacy. It has a lovely blend of old-word charm in term of its furnishings and modern styling in terms of comforts. The cottages offer one bedroom and an open plan area that comprises a lounging area, a dining section and a basic kitchenette. Arrowtown’s city centre is located just steps from the property.
Top guest reviews
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everything is exactly as you see in the photos and was cosy and comfortable for two peoplethe cottage has absolutely everything you could need for a peaceful and comfortable stayperfectly located couples retreat so warm and cozy with stunning views to the snow capped peaksthe bed was super comfortableamazing charming quiet and comfortableCleanliness:
clean comfortable with lots of personal touchesgreat comfy clean heritage cottage with modern kitchen and bathroom amenitiesbeautiful interior and very cleanthe cottage is clean tidy well-equipped comfortable and peacefulthe cottage was well kept clean and comfortableHost:
thank you for hosting us :)a fabulous house with a great hostanne- marie and her husband are great hostsanne-marie was an excellent host & very responsive to our needsanne-marie and struan were great hosts and their listing was just as gorgeous as describedRead more reviewsLocation:
lovely location and close to everythingso close to town and really cute cottage with everything you needfabulous central location to all of arrowtowns activitiesthe location is perfect so close to all the restaurants and shops of arrowtown but very quietgreat location away from the hubbub of queenstown
6. Neatly furnished studio apartment for couples (from USD 74)
Suitable for up to two guests, this large studio is a well-furnished option located in a quiet residential community just outside the village. The room includes a double bed, a couch and a basic kitchenette (no cooking facilities). A large walk-in wardrobe is also available. A small front patio in the garden outside is available for guests. Community facilities such as a pool, gym and tennis courts can also be used by guests. Both the Main Street of Arrowtown Village and the river are a short walk away from the property.
Top guest reviews
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excellent bed super closet space and bathroom was spectacularloved the electric bed sheets :-)the kitchen area is tiny but adequate if you keep food to ‘ready prepared’ as suggestedthe bathroom was really nice with awesome heated floorsthis accommodation is high quality comfortable quiet and much more spacious than the photos suggestCleanliness:
studio was clean and privatevery comfortable clean and tidythe place was very clean and well presentedthe studio felt very private and was exceptionally clean and well-designedthe studio room was spacious clean and looked brand newHost:
donna is a wonderful hostgeoff and donna are very attentive hosts who made us feel very welcomedonna was a really thoughtful kind and helpful hostdonna & jeff were super host that provided everything we neededlovely spot as per the airbnb description with very helpful and friendly hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
liked that it is walking distance to arrowtownlocation quiet and peaceful yet only a few minutes from arrowtowngreat location easy walk to millbrook or arrowtownwalkable to central arrowtown- 1km easy walkonly a short walk into arrowtown with plenty of interesting places to eat
7. Compact studio apartment with garden
Newly updated, this studio room is located on the owner’s ground floor. However, it does offer its guests a private entrance. The room includes a double bed, a basic kitchenette, as well as an en suite bathroom. A small patio is also available outside the room, and seating is available for guests to lounge in while enjoying the views.
Arrowtown, Otago, New Zealand
38.01 km (23.7 mi) from Puzzling WorldTop guest reviews
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ideally would have enjoyed a fan/air con during summer weatherwifi and apple tv/netflix are a nice additionbed was super comfortable and wifi was decently fast definitely recommendthe room was well heated with a radiator fan heater and hot water bottle providedthe room was well heated and very comfortableCleanliness:
great clean tidy modern roomclean comfortable and cosyclean and comfortable with nice friendly neighboursnew clean well positionedclean quiet experience at hollie’s placeHost:
great hospitality by hostslovely place with a lovely hostshe is a great host and we were looked after very wellhost provided amazing suggestions to dine in arrowtownfriendly and warm welcome from owners living upstairsRead more reviewsLocation:
a great location within easy walking distance of arrowtownperfect location close to towngreat location just a short walk from town centregreat location super close to the local town centrebrilliant location - will stay again
8. Loft apartment near Millbrook Golf Resort
Located across Millbrook Golf Resort, this loft apartment is a great option for up to two guests. The apartment is located on top of the owner’s garage so has full privacy. It offers a spacious studio layout that features a living area with comfy couches, a double bed and a dining section. A small kitchenette is available for basic cooking. The apartment has several windows that offer wonderful views of the Wakatipu Basin. Guests have access to community amenities, such as a pool, gym and tennis courts available nearby.
Arrowtown, Otago, New Zealand
38.19 km (23.8 mi) from Puzzling WorldSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
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the apartment is a lovely warm light filled space with nice views to the hillsother arrowtown delights were the cinema fan-tan restaurant & the fork & tap pubwonderful room cozy bed great view through the windowlots of lovely touches - homemade bread breakfast supplies tea coffee etcgreat bed we had an excellent sleepCleanliness:
modern clean comfortablevery clean comfortable and well appointedspacious spotlessly clean and very comfortablethe place is very clean and moderncomfortable bed very clean and tidy accommodationHost:
great host very helpfulthe hosts are also lovely and made us both very welcomejoanne and robbie are lovely hostsour hosts joanne and robbie are very kindjoanne is a wonderful host and leaves thoughtful touches for her guestsRead more reviewsLocation:
great quiet location in walking distance to arrowtowngreat quiet location close to arrowtownbeautiful apartment and handy locationeasy walk to town centerthe location is also great too
9. Welcoming apartment for four
This one-bedroom apartment is located on the grounds of the hosts’ house. However, it offers full privacy with its own entrance. Airy and bright with a cheery decor, the compact apartment features an open concept plan that features a comfy couch (that opens into a bed for one), a small kitchenette (without sink) and a bathroom. Additionally, the bedroom comes with a double bed. The available space can sleep up to four guests as an airbed is available on request. Guests are free to use the garden space available in front of the apartment as well as the gym available on the grounds
Arrowtown, Otago, New Zealand
37.6 km (23.4 mi) from Puzzling WorldAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
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place was lovely and cozy amenities provided are great only downside is the kitchen doesn’t have a sinkit would have been nice to have a sink in the kitchen but it was still lovelybed was super comfyCleanliness:
very relaxing spotlessly clean and modernvery clean and a really comfortable bedwas super clean and really comfortableanna's place is clean and privateplace is sparkling clean and beautifulHost:
anna was a great hosthost was most helpfulawesome place and really nice hostsanna is one of the nicest hosts i have methost was very easy to communicate withRead more reviewsLocation:
cute place very close to the center of arrowtowngreat location to walk into arrowtowncute cosy and close enough to walk downtown for dinner and backnice location near a park you can take a minutes walk across to the four squaregreat place the stay close to everything in arrowtown
10. Independent cottage near Arrow River
Recently updated, this one-bedroom cottage is a well-appointed option that can accommodate up to two persons. It provides an open living space that includes a lounge section, a full kitchen and a dinette. The bedroom comes with a double bed and an en suite bathroom. A private seating area in the garden is also available to guests, which offers views of the mountains and of Arrow River flowing by. The house is a short walk away from Arrowtown village.
Arrowtown, Otago, New Zealand
37.21 km (23.2 mi) from Puzzling WorldAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
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the space was comfortable and the views were greateverything you need for a comfortable stay including proper coffee quiet and peacefulwarm comfortable and inviting accommodation with top quality bedding appliances and furnishingsamazing everything (appliances bedding) super high qualitylovely modern and comfortable cottageCleanliness:
everything was sparkling clean and comfortablequiet tidy and clean modern wee spacevery modern and sparkling cleanclean well equipped and lovely gardensclean warm cosy private little houseHost:
great hosts and hospitalitysteph is a great host and we will certainly be using her accommodation againsteph and rick were very welcoming and friendly hosts we would love to stay againgreat host who was very approachable and available without intruding on your spacecommunication was easy and quick with host stephRead more reviewsLocation:
easy walking distance to the townwalking distance to the beautiful arrowtowngreat location easy walk to and from towngreat location backing on to river walkgreat arrowtown location walk to local restaurants and close to river walks
11. Studio apartment close to Arrowtown village
Located in a lovely neighbourhood within the village, this studio apartment is part of the owner’s house but with its own entrance. The guest suite is set up with a host of amenities such as a couch, a double bed, basic kitchen appliances (no cooking facilities) and a full bathroom. The apartment has a private garden out front, set up with lounge furniture, which can be used exclusively by the guests. The main street of the village can be reached within a few minutes.
Arrowtown, Otago, New Zealand
37.63 km (23.4 mi) from Puzzling WorldAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
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wifi worked well comfortable bed good showercoffee in your cottage garden terrific location comfy bed lovely extra touchesamenities were amazing and you could find everything in the apartmentbed extremely comfortable heated flooring in the bathroom which is perfect in winterwell equiped great shower with underfloor heating in the en suiteCleanliness:
very clean and fresh smellingit is exceptionally clean warm and cosyeverything was clean and tidy and very privateprivate well appointed clean and tidyit was also very cleanHost:
linda and mike very helpful hostsgreat friendly hosts with carelinda and mike were great hostslinda and mike were such lovely hostslinda is a wonderful host and their accomodation exceeded our expectationsRead more reviewsLocation:
awesome location only a short walk to towngreat location only a 2 minute walk to the village centrelocation is ideal toocute and cozy place at an amazing locationnice place and great location :)
12. Stylish cottage with superb amenities
This guest cottage is a stunning option with its designer-style decor and lush garden setting. The front facade of the house is all glass, providing spectacular views of the surrounding mountain backdrop. The house is split into two levels, with the lower level coming with a plushly furnished living space, a full kitchen and a bathroom. The upper level offers the master bedroom with superb views. A prime feature of the cottage is the private courtyard that has been fitted with a host of amenities including plush furniture, barbeque equipment, a fireplace and a pool/spa. The house is located within a gated community, so guests can make use of communal services like gym and tennis courts. It has a convenient location as it is just a few minutes away from the village of Arrowtown and right opposite Millbrook Golf Resort
Arrowtown, New Zealand
37.59 km (23.4 mi) from Puzzling WorldAccommodates: 5
Top guest reviews
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gorgeous venue with views of the mountainsgreat showerbeautiful views from the apartment and always nice and warm even though it was freezing outsideexceptionally comfortable beds fluffy towels heated floors great shower and the kitchen basics have all been thought ofcomfortable bed our family of 4 stayed and had plenty of roomwe had a every comfortable cozy and warm 2 nights stayCleanliness:
this place is beautiful and clean - no doubt about thatthe space was exceptionally well maintained and clean with all requirements coveredthe place is very clean and comfortable and we appreciated all the small thingsthe cottage was awesome very clean & well organisedfelicity is warm and welcoming and the accommodation clean and comfortableHost:
hosts very helpfulfelicity is a wonderful host and made us feel like we were at homehosts were very helpful and friendlyfelicity is a lovely host and always just a call awayexcellent host - very friendly and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
easy walking distance to arrowtowneasy walk to arrowtownbeautiful location and close to everything you needgreat location had a lovely stayawesome place in a great location
Enjoy your Arrowtown trip with the right rental
A top heritage destination, Arrowtown offers a fascinating glimpse into New Zealand’s history. Its abundant natural beauty too assures visitors plenty of wonderful experiences. Have a comfortable stay while you explore all that this memorable town. Our list of top Airbnb vacation rentals in Arrowtown, New Zealand offers superb choices to help you pick the right one.
If you’re looking for options, you’ll find numerous Bookabach holiday homes in Arrowtown to choose from for an enjoyable holiday.
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