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Located in Dunedin, near Otago Museum, Taieri Gorge Railway and Forsyth Barr Stadium, Sahara Guest House has a shared lounge. This guest house provides free private parking, private check-in and check-out and free WiFi. The guest house features family rooms. The guest house is in a beautiful building with plenty of space. The location was very close to town, university and Botanical gardens. Breakfast was a lovely bonus! Staff were incredibly friendly too!

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9.1
Superb
1,006 reviews
Price from
US$68
per night

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. Loved the open fire, room was clean and comfortable and the communal kitchen was great.

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9.1
Superb
1,335 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. Austin Heights is a beautiful property and Juanita is a fantastic host. Everything was spotlessly clean. The kitchen had everything we needed, the bed was very comfortable and the breakfast was just what we needed to start our day!

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9.5
Exceptional
133 reviews
Price from
US$98
per night

Located in Dunedin and only 13 km from Toitu Otago Settlers Museum, The Views provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. This recently renovated guest house is located 13 km from Taieri Gorge Railway and 14 km from Forsyth Barr Stadium. The accommodation offers luggage storage space and a housekeeping service for guests. The view was stunning and the room was exceptionally clean.

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9.8
Exceptional
256 reviews
Price from
US$69
per night

This air-conditioned bed and breakfast comes with a fully equipped kitchenette, a seating area, a dining area and a satellite flat-screen TV. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the sea views. Additional in-room amenities include chocolates or cookies.

Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental breakfast. Friendliness of the Property owner, Ms Sarah. Clean and comfortable place.

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9.7
Exceptional
123 reviews
Price from
US$88
per night

The bed and breakfast is fitted with a flat-screen TV. The kitchenette is equipped with a microwave, a toaster and a fridge and there is a private bathroom with bathrobes and a hair dryer. The bed and breakfast offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. It is a very comfortable place in an idyllic setting with friendly animals, just a few minutes' drive from Hokitika. I enjoyed chatting with Kelly, who was a very welcoming guest. Would stay again!

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9.7
Exceptional
184 reviews

Located just 28 km from Central Otago District Council, Studio 585 provides accommodation in Alexandra with access to a garden, barbecue facilities, as well as bicycle parking. Featuring private check-in and check-out, 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. Absolute delight to stay here. Lovely room, lovely quiet location, lovely hosts, lovely continental breakfast. One of the best places I have ever stayed in. Would return in a heart-beat. Highly recommended.

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9.6
Exceptional
153 reviews
Price from
US$76
per night

Located in Appleby and only 15 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, Berryfields 64 provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property features inner courtyard and quiet street views, and is 16 km from Trafalgar Park. Guests can make use of a garden. The neighborhood, the room, the facilities, ... everything is perfect! It is the first room we stay that looks like brand new, it is super clean.

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9.2
Superb
117 reviews
Price from
US$120
per night

Located in Picton, Moana BnB, Picton provides accommodation with seating area. There is a private entrance at the bed and breakfast for the convenience of those who stay. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. What an incredible place to stay! It’s the ultimate escape—so quiet and serene. The bed is like sleeping on a cloud, and the room is immaculate. The bathroom has everything you could possibly need, and there’s a delightful coffee station and a fridge at your fingertips! In the morning, they whip up a fantastic breakfast, and you can enjoy some great conversation before hitting the road. It's the perfect way to start your day!

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9.1
Superb
139 reviews
Price from
US$86
per night

The guest house is fitted with a flat-screen TV. The kitchenette is equipped with a microwave, a toaster and a fridge and there is a private bathroom with a hair dryer and free toiletries. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Beautiful accommodations. It had everything we needed for an extended stay, and the hosts were welcoming and very helpful. Included a beautiful sounding tui in the garden, which was an added bonus.

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9.5
Exceptional
167 reviews
Price from
US$75
per night

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