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Offering free Wi-Fi, and a guest lounge with a fireplace, Drifters Inn just 80 metres from the famous Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve. It offers rooms with flat-screen satellite TV.

Drifters Inn Hanmer Springs is 2 minutes’ drive from Hanmer Springs Golf Course and Woodland Walk Recreation Reserve. Christchurch International Airport is 133 km away. Best location possible, in the middle of town, opposite the hot springs. Close to all the shops and restaurants. You won't find a better location than this. Also, the common area is a great plus. It provides opportunities to both sit back and relax on your own, or meet with other travellers of you wish.

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9.1
Superb
1,336 reviews
Price from
US$95
per night

Each unit has a balcony offering mountain views, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a well-fitted kitchenette and a private bathroom with shower, a hair dryer and free toiletries. A toaster, a fridge and kitchenware are also offered, as well as a kettle. At the guest house, units include bed linen and towels. This motel was one of the nicest motels we have stayed at. The view was amazing and the easy chairs very comfortable. We would definitely stay here again.

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9.5
Exceptional
133 reviews
Price from
US$98
per night

Located in Twizel in the Canterbury region, The Cabin provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property features mountain and garden views. Guests can make use of a garden.

This air-conditioned guest house comes with a dining area, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, and a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are featured in the guest house. The property has an outdoor dining area. Coziness, amenities and responsive host.

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9.2
Superb
122 reviews

Featuring a terrace, Glenwood Akaroa Bush Retreat - Totara Hut features accommodation in Akaroa. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking. Outdoor seating is also available at the bed and breakfast. Fantastic location. Great secluded and quiet spot. Fantastic views. Good place to escape to

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9.5
Exceptional
110 reviews
Price from
US$149
per night

Kingsdown Manor B&B Timaru is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Timaru, where guests can make the most of its seasonal outdoor swimming pool and garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The bed and breakfast features garden views and a picnic area. We stayed in a large room with a view of the sea. Very clean with a comfortable bed. The rooms are part of a converted church complex in the country. What stands out is the real B&B breakfast served to you in a dining room. The host is friendly and accommodating. There are good restaurants, about 10 minutes' drive in Timaru.

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9.5
Exceptional
172 reviews
Price from
US$119
per night

Dalkeith Boutique Bed & Breakfast has garden views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Kaiapoi, 20 km from Christchurch Art Gallery. It is set 20 km from Canterbury Museum and features room service. The bed and breakfast features family rooms. Beautiful old decor, very clean. Lovely, Comfortable bed! Lovely bathroom with fresh towels and everything I needed! Coffee, tea and bottled water provided 😀Friendly and accomodating host, Julie. Delicious breakfast provided and eaten in the beautiful dining room 😀

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9.3
Superb
139 reviews
Price from
US$101
per night

64 Mandalea B&B, a property with a garden and a shared lounge, is located in Ohoka, 30 km from Christchurch Art Gallery, 30 km from Canterbury Museum, as well as 31 km from Hagley Park. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace. The bed and breakfast also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. Cleanliness, Friendliness and a very peaceful & comfortable spot for an O/N stay..

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9.6
Exceptional
463 reviews
Price from
US$45
per night

Featuring garden views, The Bunkhouse provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 39 km from Mt. Lyford. Boasting full-day security, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. Location in heart of countryside. Beautiful views and peaceful.

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9.6
Exceptional
138 reviews
Price from
US$63
per night

Each unit is fitted with air conditioning, a private bathroom and a well-fitted kitchenette including a microwave, toaster, fridge and kitchenware. At the bed and breakfast, each unit comes with bed linen and towels. Very clean and peacefull place

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9.2
Superb
269 reviews
Price from
US$68
per night

Set in Geraldine in the Canterbury region, Hewling's Manor has a patio and garden views. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. Guests can make use of a terrace.

The bed and breakfast has a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are offered in the bed and breakfast. The property has an outdoor dining area. property and house was super cool with original fixtures and wood everywhere. Booking provided separate bedroom, with little porch off the bedroom, private bath with soaker tub, large private sitting room with amazing windows overlooking gardens with songbirds offering free entertaining, and private breakfast nook. Host was super friendly and accommodating for breakfast request (asked for yogurt and got home made yogurt).

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9.3
Superb
254 reviews
Price from
US$108
per night

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