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The Observatory Hotel Christchurch 5 stars

Christchurch City-Centre, Christchurch

Ideally situated in Christchurch, The Observatory Hotel Christchurch features a buffet breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. Private parking is available on site. Very good location in central position

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9.2
Superb
1,188 reviews
Price from
£117
per night

The Mayfair 5 stars

Christchurch City-Centre, Christchurch

Situated in Christchurch, 1 km from Canterbury Museum, The Mayfair features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is 1.2 km from the city centre and less than 1 km from Christchurch Art Gallery. The food is exceptional, great location and the staff were just lovely

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9.2
Superb
1,101 reviews
Price from
£150
per night

Harvest Park Studios Workers Accommodation

Cromwell

Located 700 metres from Rockburn Wines Cellar Door, Harvest Park Studios Workers Accommodation offers accommodation with a balcony.

All units feature air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.

A continental is available on request. The room was immaculate, one of the cleanest places I have ever stayed. Plus, the staff is super friendly.

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9.2
Superb
1,082 reviews
Price from
£77
per night

Quest Queenstown Apartments Remarkables Park 4 stars

Queenstown

Featuring 4-star accommodation, Quest Queenstown Apartments Remarkables Park is located in Queenstown, 3 km from Queenstown Event Centre and 9.3 km from Skyline Gondola and Luge. The property is set 17 km from The Remarkables, 21 km from Lake Wakatipu and 32 km from Shotover River. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. New apartment, everything was just wonderful. Staff was above and beyond, even received parcels for me. Very thoroughly cleaned!

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9.2
Superb
1,933 reviews
Price from
£121
per night

Golden Leaf Apartments

Invercargill

Set in a quiet tree lined location, Golden Leaf Apartments is a 5-minute walk from the city centre and a range of cafes and bars. The Classic Motorcycle Mecca is 1 km away while Bill Richardson Transport World is 3 km from the property. Free WiFi is available. Location is very strategic which just made things easy for a travelling family like us. We arrived late evening however, the check-in was done smoothly. Facilities provided in the unit were good and well maintained. We enjoyed our stay there and I could say that we would re-book this place whenever we are visiting Invercargill in the future.

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9
Superb
1,458 reviews
Price from
£80
per night

Commodore Airport Hotel Christchurch 4.5 stars

Christchurch

Situated just 5 minutes from Christchurch International Airport, this hotel offers a free 24-hour airport shuttle service, plus an indoor swimming pool, a hot tub, sauna and a fitness centre.

Commodore Airport Hotel Christchurch features spacious rooms, conference/meeting facilities and plenty of free car parking. The award-winning native gardens provide a peaceful atmosphere. Shuttle picked us up at the airport. Staff was so friendly. Loved our stay there. It was only one night and was very convenient to our campervan rental the next day.

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9.1
Superb
1,292 reviews
Price from
£115
per night

Drifter Christchurch

Christchurch City-Centre, Christchurch

Located in Christchurch and with Christchurch Art Gallery reachable within 1.3 km, Drifter Christchurch provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. The property is around 2.1 km from Hagley Park, 4.3 km from Christchurch Railway Station and 22 km from Orana Wildlife Park. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests. the kitchen, the staff, the rooms. regarding the facilities is one of the best hostels I have ever stayed at. Great amenities, and common spaces like a movie room, the rooms are nice, you have a toilet inside the room but also there are public toilets which are very practical. overall everything is awesome.

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9.3
Superb
312 reviews
Price from
£19
per night

Quest on Cambridge

Christchurch City-Centre, Christchurch

Attractively set in Christchurch, Quest on Cambridge features a continental breakfast and free WiFi. It is situated 800 metres from Christchurch Art Gallery and provides a lift. The apartment offers rooms with air conditioning, private parking available on site and an electric vehicle charging station. Loved everything about this unit, was very new and clean. Would definitely stay again if I'm back in the city

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9
Superb
512 reviews
Price from
£94
per night

Couples Retreat

Reefton

Set in Reefton in the West Coast region, Couples Retreat offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This holiday home provides a garden as well as a terrace.

The holiday home has 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with garden views. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Great location, cozy and warm cottage that is well presented with great amenities, easy walking distance into town.

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9.4
Superb
115 reviews
Price from
£75
per night

Glenie Cottage BnB Guesthouse

Timaru

Glenie Cottage BnB Guesthouse is situated in Timaru. Guests can benefit from a patio and an outdoor fireplace. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

The recently renovated apartment features 1 separate bedroom, 1 bathroom, a fully equipped kitchenette with a dining area and microwave, and a living room with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area. The cabin setting was peaceful and quiet. The decor was outstanding as well as all of the amenities and breakfast options. Very clear instructions. Immediate hot water. WiFi was fast and easy to connect. Great TV. Bed was so comfortable.

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9.4
Superb
116 reviews
Price from
£70
per night

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