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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. It was a welcome rest as we arrived by bike. The front entrance is vintage and unassuming…but behind the long hedge is a huge beer garden which serves very tasty and reasonably priced food. We didn’t go in to the restaurant as the beer and garden food sufficed. The room was comfortable and looked in to the courtyard. The staff were all very friendly and were able to accommodate our bicycles. We really enjoyed our stay and recommend people go in the front door and check it out.

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9.1
Superb
1,407 reviews
Price from
US$102
per night

Centrally located in Akaroa, this motel offers rooms with either a balcony or a patio. It also includes 500MB of free WiFi per day, per room.

Akaroa Criterion Motel is situated opposite Children’s Bay. It is a 16-minute walk from Mt Vernon Akaroa. Large well appointed room, easy access and off street parking

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9.2
Superb
1,053 reviews
Price from
US$116
per night

Aoraki Court Motel is a modern accommodation located in Aoraki Mount Cook National Park. All units feature great views of surrounding mountains and Mount Sefton. There is free on-site parking and free Wi-Fi. Clean, location is convenient to explore different tracks on the mountain.

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9.2
Superb
1,111 reviews
Price from
US$312
per night

Delorenzo Studio Apartments offers a heated outdoor pool, on-site parking and free Wi-Fi access. Studios come with a kitchenette, laundry facilities and a private bathroom. Some apartments feature a spa bath. Great stay, nice washer and dryer. Very good spa. Close to the city center. Lots of coffee options.

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9.3
Superb
1,744 reviews
Price from
US$76
per night

Located on 10 acres of gardens, Golfcourse Road Chalets and Lodge with lovely lake, mountain or golf course views. Just 4 minutes’ drive from Lake Wanaka, the property features free WiFi and barbecue facilities. Clean and cozy. Well furnished. Staff was very kind and helpful.

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Superb
1,661 reviews
Price from
US$145
per night

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough offers luxury self-contained suites with free Wi-Fi. Guests can cool off in the outdoor swimming pool or relax by the pool with a drink from the bar.

All rooms have a 42-inch flat-screen TV. Beautiful property and excellent location.

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Superb
2,212 reviews
Price from
US$77
per night

Enjoying beautiful mountain views, Scenic Views Motel provides spacious self-catered units with a patio and full kitchen facilities. Guests can enjoy free unlimited WiFi.

Fitted with air conditioning, all rooms feature smart TV and a kitchenette with refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. Some units come with a spa bath or hot tub. Very clean, with comfortable beds.

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9.1
Superb
1,057 reviews
Price from
US$87
per night

Free Wi-Fi access is available at Tuscana Motor Lodge, offering spacious studios and apartments with DVD player and LCD satellite TV. Christchurch city centre is only 10 minutes’ walk away.

Fitted with heating facilities, all self-contained accommodation includes a kitchenette with microwave, refrigerator and coffee/tea making facilities. Select accommodation offer spa baths. The room was clean and well equipped with the necessary amenities for a night's stay. Location was perfect - There were cafes within walking distance. A supermarket within 10 minutes drive too. Appreciate that the host provided clear self check-in instructions for my late arrival too.

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Superb
1,340 reviews
Price from
US$103
per night

Situated within the grounds of the impressive Larnach Castle, surrounded by stunning gardens, you'll find Larnach Lodge and Stables stay.

Larnach Lodge offers individually-decorated rooms, with ensuite bathrooms and panoramic views of Otago harbour and the Otago Peninsula. The Stables stay is our budget-friendly option in our original historic Stables building. These rooms have shared bathroom facilities. The room was lovely with a fabulous view and the bathroom was beautiful, with a heated floor. Breakfast was amazing and the castle and gardens a huge bonus to our stay.

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9
Superb
1,483 reviews
Price from
US$113
per night

Situated in Akaroa and only 400 metres from Akaroa Beach, Blythcliffe features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. With mountain views, this accommodation provides a terrace. Rooms include a patio with garden views. Unique house/setting Good location Friendly, informative hosts Great brekkie

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9.3
Superb
248 reviews
Price from
US$131
per night

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