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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. Everything! The fantastic historical property, the beautiful rooms, the romantic atmosphere, the amazing food at the restaurant and great drinks at the bar, but mostly, the amazing team of people that run it and make you feel at home. So so friendly, competent, kind, wonderful people! Thank you so much to all and each one of you for making our stay with you so wonderful and unforgettable! Merci Beaucoup! Muchísimas gracias from Spain!!

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9.1
Superb
1,398 reviews
Price from
US$101
per night

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. The house is very cozy, with a well-equipped kitchen and all the essentials for cooking, including oil and salt. It’s in a quiet neighborhood, and we loved watching the starry skies from the yard.

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9.4
Superb
147 reviews
Price from
US$241
per night

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. A great place to stay and hosts were super helpful

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9.2
Superb
131 reviews
Price from
US$114
per night

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. Wow! We were met with a beautiful dinner of soup prepared, a stunning view and a lovely home. The location was perfect; quiet and comfortable, everything we needed and more. John and Ann have thought of everything. Their kind considerations and friendly welcome was very much appreciated. A huge thank you!

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9.6
Exceptional
187 reviews
Price from
US$256
per night

Waitapu Springs B&B is set in Takaka and features 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. This is the place that you fall in love with immediately, the facilities were terrific the owners , serge and Maria they make you feel like home , breakfast is perfect and the spa is just the cherry on top of this perfection , we enjoyed our night and highly recommend it

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9.7
Exceptional
337 reviews
Price from
US$86
per night

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 features facilities for disabled guests. Amazing. Quiet and well laid out

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9.1
Superb
376 reviews

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. Clean, comfortable room. Friendly helpful owners. We stayed 1 night to break our drive from Queenstown to Christchurch. Would recommend.

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9.1
Superb
525 reviews
Price from
US$95
per night

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. Very quiet and beautiful place to stay

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9
Superb
895 reviews
Price from
US$98
per night

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 b&b with lovely hosts! It's quite small, and you can feel the love for detail in the rooms. The table in the corner of the room was handmade by the host! Everything was clean and felt comfortable, the room was spacious, and in the tree opposite birds were singing. The breakfast included wonderful home made bread, a view of mt. Cook and the hosts' company. I could only stay one night, next time I'll have to stay way longer! It's a 10-15 minute walk from the bus stop.

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9.2
Superb
397 reviews
Price from
US$148
per night

Offering a garden and mountain view, Woodland Glen Lodge B&B is set in Hokitika, 3 km from Hokitika Beach and 42 km from Greymouth Railway Station. This bed and breakfast offers free private parking and luggage storage space. The bed and breakfast has facilities for disabled guests. Cozy room well equipped with all you need. Great breakfast with THE BEST bacon in the whole island, and homemade sourdough bread. Plenty of parking.

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9.5
Exceptional
150 reviews
Price from
US$138
per night

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