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Cardrona Hotel 3.5 stars

Cardrona

Cardrona Hotel features an iconic on-site restaurant and bar. You can enjoy the picturesque gardens while sipping a drink on the patio. This hotel features a hot tub, a ski drying room and shared lounge and laundry facilities. The Cardrona has an amazing vibe. Very cozy and comfortable. It was nice to come back after a long day and have a drink and a meal by the fire or outside in the sunny garden. The food in the restauraunt and bar were also great. Very friendly staff as well!

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9
Superb
1,178 reviews
Price from
£81
per night

Scenicland Motels 3 stars

Greymouth

Offering free Wi-Fi and free on-site parking, the Scenicland Motels is located in Greymouth. All accommodation offers a TV with satellite channels and air-conditioning.

Greymouth Scenicland Motels is 3 minutes' walk from shops and restaurants and 200m from the Greymouth District Aquatic Centre. It is 15 minutes' walk from the beach. Shantytown is 10 minutes' drive away. The tour desk can arrange cycling along the West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail, hiking and fishing trips. Great location and helpful staff are definitely the selling points of this motel

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9
Superb
1,340 reviews
Price from
£83
per night

"Great Scott" Great spot your Tekapo Retreat 3 stars

Lake Tekapo

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, "Great Scott" Great spot your Tekapo Retreat is located in Lake Tekapo. This property offers access to a balcony, tennis at the tennis court, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 45 km from Mt. Dobson. nice and very clean , good location

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9.3
Superb
134 reviews

MyHolidays, Shotover, Delux Ensuite rooms 3 stars

Queenstown

Set in Queenstown, 4.9 km from Queenstown Event Centre and 12 km from Skyline Gondola and Luge, MyHolidays, Shotover, Delux Ensuite rooms offers mountain views and free WiFi.

Fitted with a patio, the units offer air conditioning and feature a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. A fridge, a microwave and toaster are also offered, as well as a kettle. Clean and excellent facilities! The bath tube was great! And the kitty visits were a great addition. The mini fridge and snacks were also much appreciated. The hosts were very responsive and helpful.

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9.1
Superb
105 reviews
Price from
£86
per night

Shotover Ridge 3 stars

Queenstown

Offering barbecue facilities and river view, Shotover Ridge is situated in Queenstown, 10 km from Skyline Gondola and Luge and 20 km from The Remarkables. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.9 km from Queenstown Event Centre. location, facilities, view, the gorgeous styling and history of the place and the wonderful owners

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9.6
Exceptional
163 reviews
Price from
£233
per night

Waitapu Springs B&B 3 stars

Takaka

Waitapu Springs B&B is set in Takaka and offers a spa and wellness centre and a shared lounge. This 3-star bed and breakfast features a spa experience, with its sauna and hot tub. The bed and breakfast also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. Everything, hosts are great. Breakfast was amazing, facilities are a bonus !!

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9.6
Exceptional
349 reviews
Price from
£62
per night

Shotover Country Cottages 3 stars

Queenstown

Offering mountain views, Shotover Country Cottages is an accommodation located in Queenstown, 5.2 km from Queenstown Event Centre and 12 km from Skyline Gondola and Luge. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The chalet also offers facilities for disabled guests. It was our 3rd stay here. Certatinly will stay here again. Conveniently located to wineries, to shopping centres and to Queenstown/Arrowtown. Fully equipped Cottage. Clean and comfortable. Thanks to Luke

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9
Superb
322 reviews
Price from
£120
per night

Four Peaks Motel 3 stars

Geraldine

Boasting a garden, Four Peaks Motel is set in Geraldine. This 3-star motel offers free WiFi. Rooms include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

Guest rooms at the motel are fitted with a seating area. Every room comes with a kettle and a private bathroom, while selected rooms also offer a kitchenette. The rooms will provide guests with an oven. We had a really large room with a king size bed, 2 comfortable side chairs, a small 2 seater dining table and a kitchenette including an electric skillet. Bed comfy and plenty of hot water. John, the owner, even left us cookies and milk - which were delicious. Motel is in a quiet area just on outskirts of Geraldine.

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9.1
Superb
489 reviews
Price from
£72
per night

Andorra Motel 3 stars

Geraldine

Andorra Motel is situated on 1 acre of peaceful, spacious grounds in a quiet and relaxed garden setting. Free WiFi is provided.

All rooms include a flat-screen TV, a lounge area to relax in after a busy day and a kitchen including tea and coffee-making facilities. The rooms come with a private bathroom equipped with a shower. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. Well equipped, clean, and comfortable unit set in beautiful gardens. Swimming pool and children's facilities looked excellent ( did not use). Welcoming, friendly owners.

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9
Superb
729 reviews
Price from
£69
per night

Ropatinis Bed & Breakfast 3 stars

Fox Glacier

Located just 700 m from the remarkable Fox Glacier, Ropatinis Bed & Breakfast offers cozy accommodation in a well-landscaped garden appointed with outdoor activities ground and free WiFi. Guests can witness the spectaculars views of Mount Cook and the Southern Alps from each unit. Lovely breakfast spread and wonderful conversation with other guests 🥰

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9.2
Superb
287 reviews
Price from
£119
per night

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