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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. Perfect location with all the facilities you could want/ need. Friendly, helpful staff.

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9
Superb
1,251 reviews
Price from
£78
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. Great Stay in the calm forest only a few minutes outside Nelson! Mark and his family were super hosts, they gave us a lot of great tips for the area.

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9.1
Superb
150 reviews
Price from
£91
per night

Stations Inn

Hokitika

Situated in Hokitika, 43 km from Greymouth Railway Station, Stations Inn features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Each room includes a patio with sea views and free WiFi. The property was stunning, so well kept and so peaceful! The rooms were huge and had everything you needed including milk and even some cookies! We had dinner in the restaurant and it was the best meal we have had in NZ, it was honestly delicious! Highly recommend!

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9.3
Superb
603 reviews
Price from
£96
per night

The Stables Dunedin

Dunedin

Situated in Dunedin, 600 metres from Otago Museum, The Stables Dunedin features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 1.4 km from Dunedin Railway Station, 500 metres from Dunedin School of Dentistry and 200 metres from Olveston. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.4 km from Taieri Gorge Railway.

The rooms in the inn are equipped with a flat-screen TV. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Fantastic hidden gem tucked away, but walking distance to the center of the city with free parking. Unique accommodations that make you feel right at home. Heated bathroom floors, cozy heated beds, community kitchen and great communication from the staff. The shampoo and conditioner were magical! A great stay!

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8.8
Fabulous
942 reviews
Price from
£80
per night

Porters Lodge

Castle Hill

Porters Lodge features a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Castle Hill. Located around 28 km from Broken River Ski Field, the inn with free WiFi is also 30 km away from Craigieburn. The property is non-smoking and is located 3.7 km from Porters. Beautiful place to stay in between the mountains in the castle hill area. Was much fun as there was a quiz with some locals. Other tourists and me where able to compete too and it made the night. Good kitchen, good bar. Had a great stay!

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8.7
Fabulous
117 reviews
Price from
£24
per night

Kaniere Hotel

Hokitika

Kaniere Hotel has a garden, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Hokitika. The accommodation features evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

All rooms at the inn are fitted with a shared bathroom and bed linen. The owner, Grant, was exceptionally accommodating and attentive. Everything about it, from its charm of the local vibe to it's location was fantastic. I would absolutely recommend this well run and fun place to stay!!!!

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8.4
Very good
211 reviews
Price from
£37
per night

Lake View Studio Apartment

Wanaka

Located in Wanaka, 2.5 km from Puzzling World, Lake View Studio Apartment features views of the mountain. The inn features an indoor pool, fitness centre and free WiFi throughout the property.

Guests at the inn will be able to enjoy activities in and around Wanaka, like cycling. the location was excellent - easy walks to town and beyond

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8.2
Very good
36 reviews
Price from
£237
per night

Lakeside Luxury Studio Apartment

Wanaka

Lakeside Luxury Studio Apartment features free WiFi throughout the property and rooms with air conditioning in Wanaka. The property is situated 2.5 km from Puzzling World, 2.2 km from The Wanaka Tree and 36 km from Cardrona. Guests can chill out in the indoor pool.

The rooms in the inn are equipped with a kettle. All rooms in Lakeside Luxury Studio Apartment are fitted with a TV and a hairdryer. Lovely room, luxury and comfortable. Views were beautiful.

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8.6
Fabulous
39 reviews
Price from
£237
per night

Gladstone Hotel

Fairlie

Gladstone Hotel is set in Fairlie, 30 km from Lake Tekapo and 47 km from Timaru. There is an on-site restaurant.

You will find a shared lounge at the property.

Our Restaurant caters for all budgets with a large range of Gluten Free and Vegetarian Options. Super nice classic kiwi bar underneth the rooms, easy access.

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6.7
Review score
598 reviews
Price from
£45
per night

The Blue Pub

Methven

Featuring a bar, The Blue Pub is located in Methven in the Canterbury region, 13 km from Mount Hutt and 26 km from Mt. Hutt. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and an ATM.

Guest rooms at the inn are equipped with a shared bathroom and bed linen. The staff were excellent even giving us a lift to Opuke Spa and picking us up afterwards. Food in the pub was very good.

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7.8
Good
287 reviews
Price from
£27
per night

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