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Rata Lodge Accommodation

Otira

Located in Otira, 12 km from Devils Punchbowl Falls, Rata Lodge Accommodation provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is around 13 km from Arthur's Pass Train Station, 14 km from Arthur's Pass National Park and 8.6 km from Temple Basin. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

All units in the hostel are equipped with a kettle. At Rata Lodge Accommodation every room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, and a patio with a mountain view. Loved the experience! The owners are very kind and helpful, they explained everything and the place had everything I needed. WiFi was good as well, which was a plus considering how remote the place is.

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9.3
Superb
283 reviews
Price from
£53
per night

Global Village Travellers Lodge 5 stars

Greymouth

Global Village Travellers Lodge has free bikes, fitness centre, a garden and shared lounge in Greymouth. Located around 1.6 km from Greymouth Railway Station, the hostel is also 43 km away from Punakaiki Scenic Attraction. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi. The decor, the beds, the lounge. The staff was amazing, everything was clean.

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9.3
Superb
871 reviews
Price from
£19
per night

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef 3 stars

Franz Josef

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef offers a modern accommodation across three wings in the Franz Josef Glacier Village, just a10-minute drive from Franz Josef Glacier and 30-40 minutes for Fox Glacier.

- Weka Wing (Rooms 1-24) Comfortable with essential amenities. The location was amazing, within walking distance of everything in Franz Josef town centre. The staff were incredibly friendly and offered to help me carry my bags to my room. The facilities are clean and in good condition.

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8.6
Fabulous
1,268 reviews
Price from
£71
per night

Ivorytowers Accommodation

Fox Glacier

Ivorytowers Accommodation is situated opposite Westland National Park rainforest and mountains, just a 4-minute walk from Fox Glacier Village. Guests can enjoy a hot tub surrounded by native bush land, a sauna and free WiFi. Very clean, very well organized

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8.2
Very good
1,541 reviews
Price from
£19
per night

Glow Worm Accommodation

Franz Josef

Glow Worm Accommodation is located in the center of Franz Josef and offers a range of shared dormitory rooms and private en suite rooms. Free unlimited WiFi is included.

All rooms include a free vegetable soup in the evening as well as BBQ facilities and free use of the spa pool. Staff was very friendly, first day we booked room with toilet, it was amazing. Second day due to weather change, we had to stay one more night and staff handled our check in seamlessly, we were given room earlier than our check-in time and it saved a lot of time and effort. Toilet is just few step distance and it was very convenient. Kitchen wise, it is clean, neat and tidy. Plus point for breakfast provided and free soup every evening.

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8.2
Very good
1,842 reviews
Price from
£20
per night

Kumara Historic Cottages

Kumara

Kumara Historic Cottages features a garden, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Kumara. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property.

All units at the hostel are equipped with a private bathroom and bed linen. reservation staff were outstanding

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8.2
Very good
177 reviews
Price from
£76
per night

Tripinn Modern Motels & Affordable Accommodation 4 stars

Westport

Located in Westport, Tripinn Modern Motels & Affordable Accommodation features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a bowling alley. Certain rooms at the property include a balcony with a garden view.

The hostel offers a barbecue. You can play billiards and table tennis at this 4-star hostel, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling. I guess it was a big house, decorations are very nice, kitchen facility is perfect, the room is nice and bed is comfortable, bathroom is very clean

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8.3
Very good
455 reviews
Price from
£21
per night

Haka House Franz Josef 4.5 stars

Franz Josef

Discover Haka House Franz Josef, a welcoming and vibrant hostel nestled in New Zealand's Glacier Country. The hostel boasts a spirited, genuine, and down-to-earth atmosphere that calls to free-spirited and curious travelers alike. Nature lovers and adventure-seekers will feel right at home at Haka House Franz Josef, with easy access to the stunning Westland Tai Poutine National Park, where lush rainforest and majestic snow-capped peaks await. The hostel's great location makes it easy for guests to experience the magic of Glacier Country, from nature walks to exhilarating Heli-hikes. After exploring, guests can retreat to warm, cozy private rooms and comfortable, fully equipped shared spaces. Clean modern room, well equipped common kitchen

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8.3
Very good
548 reviews
Price from
£20
per night

The Duke Hostel 5 stars

Greymouth

Located in the centre of Greymouth, The Duke Hostel offers free unlimited WiFi throughout the property and a fully equipped guest kitchen. The property is walking distance to the bus stop, train station, cycle trail, cafes and shops. The The Duke Hostel is a 5-minute walk from Greymouth Train Station and the i-SITE Visitor Information Centre. Rapahoe Beach is a 10-minute drive away. Proprietor was super nice. Convenient location near train / bus station.

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8.2
Very good
909 reviews
Price from
£17
per night

Chateau Backpackers & Motels

Franz Josef

Guests can choose between ‘pod’ dormitory rooms or private rooms with a refrigerator, microwave, toaster and electric kettle. Most rooms also have a TV. The pods feature a privacy curtain, a power point and a USB port. Breakfast is great, beds super comfortable, friendly staff

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7.4
Good
1,090 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

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