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Centrally located in Akaroa, this motel offers rooms with either a balcony or a patio. It also includes 500MB of free WiFi per day, per room.

Akaroa Criterion Motel is situated opposite Children’s Bay. It is a 16-minute walk from Mt Vernon Akaroa. Excellent location. Good parking. We were able to walk everywhere.

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9.3
Superb
1,038 reviews
Price from
US$135
per night

Aoraki Court Motel is a modern accommodation located in Aoraki Mount Cook National Park. All units feature great views of surrounding mountains and Mount Sefton. There is free on-site parking and free Wi-Fi. We recently stayed two nights here and couldn’t be more pleased with our choose of accommodation. The unit was spacious enough for a couple, very clean and came with a well equipped kitchen. A quick drive to all the hiking trails. Parking was available right in front of our unit. Staff were also super lovely and friendly. Let’s not forget the spectacular view of the mountains from our room. We will definitely be back!

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9.2
Superb
1,081 reviews
Price from
US$390
per night

Delorenzo Studio Apartments offers a heated outdoor pool, on-site parking and free Wi-Fi access. Studios come with a kitchenette, laundry facilities and a private bathroom. Some apartments feature a spa bath. Nice large kitchen, clean and comfortable, great location , helpful staff

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9.2
Superb
1,773 reviews
Price from
US$106
per night

Located on 10 acres of gardens, Golfcourse Road Chalets and Lodge with lovely lake, mountain or golf course views. Just 4 minutes’ drive from Lake Wanaka, the property features free WiFi and barbecue facilities. Amazing option in Wanaka. Very nice views from our room.

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9
Superb
1,661 reviews
Price from
US$163
per night

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough offers luxury self-contained suites with free Wi-Fi. Guests can cool off in the outdoor swimming pool or relax by the pool with a drink from the bar.

All rooms have a 42-inch flat-screen TV. - A very comfortable hotel, well-managed and in ship-shape condition. - Spottlessly clean. - Staff in the reception and in the restaurant were cheerful, helpful and professional. - The pool was nice for a quick dip and the pool bar worked very well. - Dinner was delicious.

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9
Superb
2,194 reviews
Price from
US$97
per night

Enjoying beautiful mountain views, Scenic Views Motel provides spacious self-catered units with a patio and full kitchen facilities. Guests can enjoy free unlimited WiFi.

Fitted with air conditioning, all rooms feature smart TV and a kitchenette with refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. Some units come with a spa bath or hot tub. amazing motel, well serviced with all your needs including laundry facilities, private, friendly, beautiful outlook, fabulous location will definitely be back as it was great value and more.

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9.1
Superb
1,075 reviews
Price from
US$94
per night

Free Wi-Fi access is available at Tuscana Motor Lodge, offering spacious studios and apartments with DVD player and LCD satellite TV. Christchurch city centre is only 10 minutes’ walk away.

Fitted with heating facilities, all self-contained accommodation includes a kitchenette with microwave, refrigerator and coffee/tea making facilities. Select accommodation offer spa baths. The woman at the reception was very welcoming. The room was clean, spacious, and with nice furniture and wall-decorations. The kitchenette was small but had everything we needed, and the bathroom was simply as it should be. The center of Christchurch was about 15 minutes walk away, and there were plenty of restaurants in the vicinity. There was also a large park with botanical gardens nearby, which we enjoyed very much.

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9
Superb
1,339 reviews
Price from
US$100
per night

Situated within the grounds of the impressive Larnach Castle, surrounded by stunning gardens, you'll find Larnach Lodge and Stables stay.

Larnach Lodge offers individually-decorated rooms, with ensuite bathrooms and panoramic views of Otago harbour and the Otago Peninsula. The Stables stay is our budget-friendly option in our original historic Stables building. These rooms have shared bathroom facilities. Beautiful room with wrap around balcony & stunning views. Dinner in the castle was also an otherworldly & pretty unique experience.

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9.1
Superb
1,454 reviews
Price from
US$109
per night

Situated in Akaroa and only 400 metres from Akaroa Beach, Blythcliffe features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. With mountain views, this accommodation provides a terrace. Rooms include a patio with garden views. Eveything was amazing. The gardens and stream around the house were relaxing and beautiful to explore. The room was lovely and bed extremely comfortable. The host was very friendly and the breakfast superbly delicious. Highly recommended.

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9.3
Superb
257 reviews
Price from
US$160
per night

Situated in Oamaru, 35 km from Moeraki Boulders, Old Bones Lodge features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 5-star hostel offers a shared kitchen. Guests can enjoy pool views. Cosy and comfortable stay with beautiful surroundings. The owner was so helpful with her suggestions on what to do in the area. The kitchen and living area were well equipped and beds very comfortable. Would stay here again in a heartbeat

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9.3
Superb
281 reviews
Price from
US$56
per night

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