South America Vacation Rentals: condo and apartment rentals & more

Discover a selection of more than 10,000 vacation rentals in South America that are perfect for your trip. Whether you’re traveling with friends, family, or even pets, Vrbo vacation homes have the best amenities for hanging out with the people that matter most, including swimming pools and private pools. Prices start at $65 per night, and condos and houses are popular options for a stay in South America. Either way, you'll find a rental for everyone's needs.

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Stayed Jan 2023

Beautiful secluded spot with spectacular hospitality!

We absolutely loved our stay at the Starr Family property. Our kids were in heaven with the water right at our doorstep, kayaks to explore the upper and lower harbour and plenty of fishing. The bach itself was a sweet slice of Kiwi heaven that we fo...

Stayed Jan 2023

The best recharge!!!

An absolutely stunning spot! Even our dog couldn't get enough of the view. None of us wanted to leave. The place was clean inside and out and had everything we needed. We highly recommend this place if you are ever in need of time out, it's the perf...

Stayed Jan 2023

Lovely little property with beautiful garden

Our family of two adults and three teen boys (15, 15, 14) had a lovely two night stay here. Our host was very welcoming and knowledgeable on the area, and great with communication before our arrival. A perfect base to explore Freycinet National Park ...

Stayed Jan 2023

Peaceful and relaxing at Rakiura

We found the stay fantastic - second time at this property. Great communication with the owner, who kept us informed and was supportive. The property is well suited to a family (could accommodate two families easily) and was tidy, clean and well situ...

Stayed Jan 2023

Nature, Historical and classic cars

Awsome location, nature, hiking has everything from historic places, classic cars, beaches and lakes east, west, and North with ease of access with beautiful country views and yet so quiet topped off with hospitable and friendly hosts, Highly recomme...

Stayed Dec 2022

Pukehina Experience

Lovely host, welcoming and friendly beautiful place especially the beach as the backyard, beautiful waves and people there, thank you Halina & Ben for being so welcoming especially to our puppy King he definitely enjoyed his trip and first swim at th...

Stayed Dec 2022

Xmas de-stress

We had a wonderful stay at Renee's. The house was well fitted out with everything we needed and was spacious enough for the 7 of us and in a great location, very picturesque as well. Any requests we made were responded to quickly and with no fuss. I ...

Stayed Dec 2022

5* Accommodation

Beautiful Batch, very comfortable and clean and great access to the beach, the pictures don’t do the batch the true justice it deserves. Had 5 days here, and could have stayed longer with out any hesitation, I would fully recommend this batch to anyo...

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Destination guide

Heading south—a land where mountains and metropolises meld

No matter when or where you book a South America vacation rental, you'll find yourself on a remarkable continent with a vast and varied landscape. For those who love big city living, South America has plenty of thriving metropolises with world-renowned museums by day and bustling bars by night. Sandy ocean beaches, magnificent mountains, sprawling lakes, lush rainforests, and 1 of the most famous rivers in the world all beckon outdoor adventurers. Along the southern tip of the continent you'll find a drastically different landscape, complete with with towering glaciers and icebergs.

Activities

Don't forget to pack your hiking boots… and dancing shoes!

Peru's Inca Trail lets hikers take a walk in the clouds across the Andes mountain range, before ending at the abandoned Incan city of Machu Picchu. For thrilling water-based activities, take a jetboat ride near the mammoth Iguazu Falls, set along the border of Argentina and Brazil, or cool off with a swim in the Atlantic and Pacific Ocean. The Brazilian beaches of Rio de Janeiro are famous for sunbathing, soccer, and beach volleyball. If you're booking a South America vacation rental around the start of Lent, Carnaval celebrations across the continent provide all-night parties with parades, dancing, and music.

Weather

Sunscreen, scarves, snow pants, and everything in between

If you're visiting South America's tropical climates, such as the Amazon rainforest, dress for warm, humid weather as the daily temperature averages around 86 degrees and about 100 inches of rain falls each year. Some regions, like northwestern Argentina and the Atacama Desert, feature more varied climates, including warm summers, cold winters, and little rainfall. Make sure you pack a parka if you're visiting areas like Patagonia and the high Andes, where cold year-round climates include plenty of snow and temperatures well below freezing. Violent and biting winds whip through the barren landscape as well.

Natural features

Wild at heart—wandering rivers and towering waterfalls

Some of the world's most majestic waterfalls are in South America, including Venezuela's Angel Falls, 1 of the world's highest waterfalls at over 3,200 feet. The watery landscape continues as the longest river in the world, the Amazon, snakes down the continent for 4,300-plus miles. Astoundingly, more than one-third of all known species in the world live in the Amazon and its surrounding forest, including howler monkeys, sloths, dart frogs, and jaguars. The majestic peaks of the Andes mountains, which run along the western edge of South America for about 4,300 miles, play host to roaming llamas and alpacas.

How many vacation rentals are available around South America?

Our 2023 property listings offer a large selection of 64,693 vacation rentals around South America. From 19,545 condo and apartment rentals to 41,554 house rentals, find a unique house rental for you to enjoy a memorable holiday or a weekend with your family and friends.

What are the most popular destinations to visit in South America?

There are many lovely places to stay for a holiday trip or just for a weekend in South America. From Vrbo travelers, the top most popular destinations to visit are:

Cartagena: 1,132 vacation rentals
Medellin: 1,219 vacation rentals
Buenos Aires: 1,059 vacation rentals
Rio de Janeiro: 2,144 vacation rentals
Bogotá: 934 vacation rentals

And Vrbo offers you the chance to discover many other popular destinations in South America! Please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available in other popular destinations.

What are the main cities to discover in South America?

Whether you're traveling with family or friends, here are the cities with the largest selection of vacation rentals for a holiday trip or just for a weekend in South America:

Cartagena: 1,132 rentals
Medellin: 1,219 rentals
Buenos Aires: 1,059 rentals
Rio de Janeiro: 2,144 rentals
Bogotá: 934 rentals

For other cities, please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available.

Can I find easy-access vacation rentals when traveling by plane to South America?

Yes of course. Our owners offer a large selection of vacation rentals near airports. The airports with a large selection of vacation rentals in South America are:

Cartagena (CTG-Rafael Nunez Intl.): 1,081 vacation rentals
Medellin (MDE-Jose Maria Cordova Intl.): 1,269 vacation rentals
Quito (UIO-Mariscal Sucre Intl.): 284 vacation rentals

For other airports, please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available.

Near which points of interest can I spend my holidays in South America?

Vrbo offers a large selection of rentals near lovely places in South America. From Vrbo travelers, the top most popular points of interest to stay for a holiday trip or just for a weekend are:

The Tree House: 24 rentals
Rosario Islands Oceanarium: 59 rentals
Worldwide Church of God's Power: 1,020 rentals
Parque Nacional Pau Brasil: 668 rentals
Corales del Rosario National Park: 283 rentals

But there are many other points of interest around South America listed on Vrbo where you can find your place to stay. Just write your wanted destination in our search bar and have a look at our selection.