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With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at the motel also boast a sea view. The rooms in “The Cliffs” Humpridge View Motels are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. Views from the bedroom were second to none, from the bed it felt like laying in a grassy meadow over looking the ocean. The hosts were so friendly. The food was delicious. I’d highly recommend for a quiet night away.

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9.2
Superb
425 reviews
Price from
US$112
per night

Boasting garden views, waikawa house offers accommodation with a garden, barbecue facilities and a shared lounge, around 3 km from Curio Bay Beach. This holiday home provides free private parking and a shared kitchen. Oh so spacious and comfortable. A great space for a family vacation and really close to Curio Bay.

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9.1
Superb
171 reviews
Price from
US$126
per night

Featuring sea views, The Cliffs Seaside Lodge in Tuatapere features accommodation, a garden, a terrace and a restaurant. Complimentary WiFi is offered throughout the property.

The lodge offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a hairdryer and shower. A balcony with mountain views is offered in all units. We had an incredible 4-night stay at The Cliffs Seaside Lodge in New Zealand. The location is absolutely stunning—beautifully isolated with breathtaking view of ocean and unforgettable sunsets. It was the perfect peaceful retreat, yet ideally situated for exploring the Southland of New Zealand South Island. The lodge itself is unique and charming, offering a quiet and serene atmosphere. Our room was spotless, comfortable, and well-maintained. The owners, Larissa and Ton, were exceptionally friendly and welcoming, making us feel right at home. To top it all off, the dinners were absolutely delicious! During our stay, we explored the stunning Doubtful Sound Fiords, visited the charming towns of Te Anau and Manapouri in Southland/Fiordland, and enjoyed having breakfasts in Tui Base Camp Cafe of Tuatapere, a small rural town near the southern coast. Their mince pie is a must-try—the best I’ve ever had! We also visited Bluff, a historic seaport town, and spent a pleasant time in Queens Park in Invercargill, a beautiful green space in the city near the southern tip of New Zealand’s South Island. If you're looking for a one-of-a-kind getaway surrounded by natural beauty, this is the place to be. We had a fantastic time and would highly recommend it!

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9.3
Superb
145 reviews
Price from
US$161
per night

Featuring sea views, Anchorstone provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 2.6 km from Dead Man Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The guest house features facilities for disabled guests. It was immaculately clean, lovely bush, and the kakas were very friendly. Bill was very helpful with information

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9.3
Superb
120 reviews
Price from
US$383
per night

Located on the shores of Lake Te Anau, Fiordland Lakeview Motel and Apartments offers self-contained accommodation with free Wi-Fi and lake and garden views.

Guests can relax and enjoy the views and surrounding lovely gardens. Fiordland Lakeview Motel and Apartments are 10 minutes’ walk from Te Anau Town Centre. Everything - there was not a single aspect of the propoerty that disappointed

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9.4
Superb
619 reviews
Price from
US$180
per night

Providing mountain views, Rarakau Lodge in Tuatapere provides accommodation, a private beach area, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities. Complimentary WiFi is featured throughout the property.

A continental breakfast is available at the lodge. The host is exceptional. Property has more than enough facilities and had a lavish stay. Room was exceptional and mind blowing services. They also shared home made Cinnamon rolls which was really sweet of them. Their dog was so friendly. Thanks so much for your extraordinary services.

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9.3
Superb
64 reviews
Price from
US$34
per night

Boasting a hot tub, ToiToi Papatotara BnB is situated in Papatotara. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The bed and breakfast has a barbecue and a hot tub. Great host. Super value. Beautiful location in total privacy overlooking sea. Very nice well equipped unit. Hot tub with awesome ocean views.

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9.9
Exceptional
89 reviews
Price from
US$109
per night

Situated in Niagara in the Southland region, Niagara Ridge Retreat Catlins features accommodation with access to a hot tub. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. Outdoor seating is also available at the holiday home. The views when you first walk in was breathtaking! The different “ wings” for the house so kids had their own wing.

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9.7
Exceptional
67 reviews
Price from
US$201
per night

The holiday home with a terrace and sea views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area. Beautiful quiet location, great view and Tui feeder, very clean and well appointed. Also enjoyed the forest walk nearby.

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9.8
Exceptional
89 reviews
Price from
US$210
per night

Set in park-like grounds on the shores of Lake Te Anau, 5 minutes' walk from the town centre, Te Anau Lakefront Backpackers has both mountain and lake views from the majority of the rooms.

All lounges at the property have lovely views of Fiordland National Park and Lake Te Anau. Free unlimited WiFi is available throughout the property, including in the bedrooms. Big kitchen with any cooking material you need. Beautiful lake view, loads of space to hang out. Nice rooms out back with plenty of space

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8.4
Very good
2,887 reviews
Price from
US$26
per night

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