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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
100 reviews
Price from
£55
per night

Top of the world studio nestled in the rock

Queensberry

Offering a garden and river view, Top of the world studio nestled in the rock is located in Queensberry, 24 km from The Wanaka Tree and 38 km from Central Otago District Council. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 19 km from Puzzling World. It was very pet-friendly, which is our top priority. Adriennes friendly dogs would come over to buddy up with ours - nice. Incredibly expansive views, fun to explore around with our pooches, and a natural base for the area. Cookies on arrival, and real coffee. Toasty warm in mid-winter.

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9.5
Exceptional
109 reviews
Price from
£76
per night

Catlins Retreat B & B

Owaka

Catlins Retreat B & B is situated in Owaka. Featuring garden and quiet street views, this guest house also includes free WiFi. Guests can access the guest house via private entrance.

At the guest house, every unit comes with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Some units have a seating area and/or a patio with outdoor furniture. All units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. The home is warm and welcoming, with many amenities to support a comfortable stay: from extra heaters and blankets to plentiful mugs and dishes for tea or breakfast. The room is also spacious. Finally the host was available and helpful throughout our stay. We could walk to dinner in Owaka, which was an added bonus.

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9.1
Superb
288 reviews
Price from
£83
per night

Sahara Guest House

Dunedin

Sahara Guest House, a property with a shared lounge, is located in Dunedin, 1.7 km from Taieri Gorge Railway, 1.4 km from Forsyth Barr Stadium, as well as 1.7 km from Toitu Otago Settlers Museum. The air-conditioned accommodation is 400 metres from Otago Museum, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The guest house features family rooms. The room was comfortable and toasty warm (even in Dunedins cold weather). The location is ideal if you’re on foot as walking distance to town. The breakfast was a great way to start the day and the staff were really friendly.

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9
Superb
834 reviews
Price from
£55
per night

Art Glass Studio

Wanaka

Featuring inner courtyard views, Art Glass Studio features accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 1.9 km from Puzzling World. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is located 3.4 km from The Wanaka Tree. The cleanest room within this 2 weeks trip,beautiful garden view, nice herbal tea,we got everything we need. I can feel the house owner have shared the best thing to the staying quests. nice job !

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9.7
Exceptional
229 reviews
Price from
£88
per night

The Fern & Thistle Luxury Accommodation- Drinks, Hotpool, Sauna

Balclutha

All units come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a private bathroom with bathrobes, hot tub and shower. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also provided, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the homestay, every unit includes bed linen and towels. Kind hosts, dogs and cat. Beautiful building with garden, gorgeous room. Handmade breakfast and complimentary drink(include alcohol) are worth accommodation fee. Bathroom is located through corridor, but not a problem

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9.3
Superb
242 reviews
Price from
£128
per night

Tui2 Macandrew Bay

Dunedin

Overlooking the sea, units in this homestay are accessible via private entrance and comprised of a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer. Some units feature a seating area and/or a terrace with an outdoor dining area. At the homestay, the units have bed linen and towels. We had an excellent stay here. The host was very friendly.

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9
Superb
309 reviews
Price from
£53
per night

Sunny Mornington 2 Bedroom Guest Suite

Dunedin

Sunny Mornington 2 Bedroom Guest Suite is a beautiful 1930s character home located 5 minutes' drive to the Octagon, the heart of Dunedin city.

This 2-bedroom suite has a well equipped kitchenette with microwave, rice cooker, fridge, toaster and kettle. The sunny main bedroom has a flat-screen TV and an ensuite bathroom. The second bedroom has a comfortable queen sized bed and shares the owner's bathroom facilities. Large sunny deck area with BBQ and outdoor seating area for guests to enjoy. Spacious well equipped apartment in a quiet neighbourhood. Hosts were lovely and so welcoming.

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9.4
Superb
167 reviews
Price from
£65
per night

Minaret Ridge Retreat

Wanaka

Minaret Ridge Retreat in Wanaka boasts accommodation with free bikes and barbecue facilities. The property is around 4.3 km from Puzzling World, 1 km from Lake Wanaka and 18 km from Treble Cone. Free WiFi is provided. Location, cleanliness and lovely host

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9.4
Superb
130 reviews
Price from
£139
per night

Mike & Jenny's Kaka Point Accommodation

Kaka Point

Watch the waves roll onto the beach from your garden at this Kaka Point guest house. Free WiFi is also provided to show others the wonderful sea views from your accommodation.

Mike & Jenny's Kaka Point Accommodation offers guests a living room fitted with a flat-screen TV. Your room will have a view of the sea or garden. There is also BBQ facilities to enjoy your meal whilst admiring the scenery. Really nice location with many good things to see in the area. Jenny was an amazing host with many good tips and tricks and what to do and where to go. I would definitely recommend staying there :)

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9.2
Superb
495 reviews
Price from
£46
per night

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