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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. Brand new property and very tastefully designed

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9.2
Superb
1,262 reviews
Price from
£111
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. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is 1.2 km from the city centre and less than 1 km from Christchurch Art Gallery. Wow what a nice hotel. It truly feels and looks like a 5 star hotel. It was super clean and the rooms were quiet which made it feel like I was at home in my own comfort. There is a restaurant at the bottom and I highly recommend it. The chef is French and it honestly shows in the passion he puts in each plate. Great place overall

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9.2
Superb
1,156 reviews
Price from
£157
per night

Golden Hotel

Riccarton, Christchurch

Set in Christchurch, 2.7 km from Christchurch Railway Station, Golden Hotel offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. The property is situated 4.9 km from Christchurch Art Gallery, 5.2 km from Hagley Park and 15 km from Orana Wildlife Park. The property is non-smoking and is located 4.7 km from Canterbury Museum. Very kind staff. Room was perfectly clean and well appointed.

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9.2
Superb
1,106 reviews
Price from
£86
per night

Harvest Park Studios Workers Accommodation

Cromwell

Set within 3.7 km of Central Otago District Council and 34 km of Kawarau Suspension Bridge, Harvest Park Studios Workers Accommodation provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cromwell. With inner courtyard views, this accommodation features a patio. The aparthotel also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. Modern apartment. Clean. Bathroom had heated towel rack. Nice place to stay on the way to Queenstown. Ample parking.

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9.2
Superb
1,108 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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9.1
Superb
2,043 reviews
Price from
£132
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. Lovely, spacious studio with comfortable chairs and all the cooking conveniences we needed. Easy walk into downtown and near beautiful Queen’s Park. Easy and friendly check in.

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9
Superb
1,452 reviews
Price from
£83
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. I have no expectations for only 1 night stay near the airport. but this hotel impressed me with his fantestic food and restaurant, hospitality and convenient location, well maintained facilities. Again this is a family operated hotel with 50 years history, you know their story by seeing the photos in the hotels. overall it is an excellent hotel, just like a home away from home, I will definitely come back! thank you.

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9.1
Superb
1,344 reviews
Price from
£121
per night

Sunshine Suites

Lake Tekapo

Set in Lake Tekapo, Canterbury region, Sunshine Suites is situated 46 km from Mt. Dobson. There is a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay. The apartment offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. Facilities are complete, there is even a kitchen included. The staff were really nice. I left my coat in the suit and they kept it for the whole day until I return from Mount Cook to fetch it.

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9.4
Superb
133 reviews
Price from
£194
per night

The Views

Dunedin

Located in Dunedin, The Views is a recently renovated accommodation, 13 km from Toitu Otago Settlers Museum and 13 km from Taieri Gorge Railway. Featuring luggage storage space, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. We woke up to a wonderful view of the water. The bed was very comfortable. Best shower ever! The soft robes were a plush plus. Dallas and Russell are very helpful. So glad we found their place! We got to the Royal Albatross Centre early and had an excellent tour with Zack.

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9.7
Exceptional
105 reviews
Price from
£56
per night

Drifter Christchurch

Christchurch City-Centre, Christchurch

Featuring a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a restaurant, Drifter Christchurch is located in the centre of Christchurch, 1.3 km from Christchurch Art Gallery. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.3 km from Canterbury Museum. Staff are fantastic and very helpful. The rooms are very clean and the building has great amenities. It’s a lovely place to stay and very close to everything within the city.

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9.2
Superb
567 reviews
Price from
£24
per night

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