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Drifters Inn 4 stars

Hanmer Springs

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. Excellent location right opposite the hot springs. Wonderful welcome by Debbie at reception who also gave us an orientation of the inn. Excellent kitchen facilities you can use if you want to. Very clean and well appointed room. Exceeded our expectations and very good value for money.

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9
Superb
1,260 reviews
Price from
£77
per night

The Views

Dunedin

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 guest house comes with a flat-screen TV. A private entrance leads guests into the guest house, where they can enjoy some chocolates or cookies. This guest house is non-smoking and soundproof. Lovely host. Room was serene and calm, grateful for the cookies and milk! View and location were great. Away from busy Dunedin but close enough…and perfect to explore Larnach Castle and peninsula

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9.7
Exceptional
145 reviews
Price from
£59
per night

Brighton Beach

Dunedin

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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9.4
Superb
117 reviews
Price from
£59
per night

Top of the world studio nestled in the rock

Queensberry

Offering a garden and river view, Top of the world studio nestled in the rock is located in Queensberry, 24 km from The Wanaka Tree and 38 km from Central Otago District Council. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 19 km from Puzzling World.

Guests can take in the views of the mountain from the balcony, which also has outdoor furniture. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. The view is absolutely incredible. Great views of mountains, stars, sunset/ sunrise. Nice clean studio with giant windows in modern home. Tea, coffee, cookies and a mini fridge. 2 cute dogs and tons of rabbits on the property were a bonus.

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9.5
Exceptional
130 reviews
Price from
£75
per night

Enchanted Escape

Picton

The guest house is equipped with a flat-screen TV. The kitchenette comes with a microwave, a toaster and a fridge and there is a private bathroom with a hair dryer and free toiletries. The property has an outdoor dining area. Wonderful backyard with covered areas to enjoy even in the rain

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9.2
Superb
126 reviews
Price from
£69
per night

Seymour Sleeps

Nelson

The guest house consists of 1 separate bedroom, 1 bathroom with a hair dryer, a seating area, and a living room. Towels and bed linen are offered in the guest house. This guest house is allergy-free and non-smoking. Quiet area in easy walking distance to the town center, amenities like coffee and a big tea selection, great shower and comfortable bed along with carefully selected beautiful furniture (desk, chairs) give this place a very homey and cozy feeling. We had enough space to put all our luggage. I particularly enjoyed drinking coffee in the sunshine in the morning on the steps in front of the room. There’s also a nice seating area outside. Loved it here!

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9.3
Superb
105 reviews
Price from
£99
per night

The Empty Nest

Geraldine

The 1-bedroom guest house is equipped with a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a toaster, and 1 bathroom with bathrobes. The guest house offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. The Empty Nest was lovely! The studio had everything and you could need and the host Fiona was so friendly, had great recommendations, and had thought of everything you could need. Highly recommend staying here

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9.5
Exceptional
222 reviews
Price from
£59
per night

Views over Tasman, New luxury boutique studio overlooking the Tasman Sea

Greymouth

The spacious guest house comes with a flat-screen TV. The kitchenette features 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 has a private entrance and soundproofing. This was a beautiful well stocked room overlooking the Tasman Sea. The owner was very helpful and nice!

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9.7
Exceptional
220 reviews
Price from
£125
per night

Maitai Whare Iti - Adventure Cabins & House

Nelson

At the inn, every room comes with a balcony with a mountain view. Rooms are equipped with a kettle, while some rooms include a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Absolutely beautiful cabins. Lovely attention to detail. Views of the forest from the loft bedroom.

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9.1
Superb
152 reviews
Price from
£90
per night

The Bunkhouse

Waiau

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.

Guests can take in the views of the mountain from the balcony, which also has outdoor furniture. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. This spot is a true find! The location is absolutely beautiful, the hosts are very kind and the room was spotless.

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9.4
Superb
121 reviews
Price from
£50
per night

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