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Drifters Inn

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
Wonderful
1,194 reviews
Price from
$105
per night

Maitai Whare Iti - Adventure Cabins & House

Nelson

At the inn, each room includes 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. At Maitai Whare Iti - Adventure Cabins & House every room comes with bed linen and towels. Spacious 2 bedroom lodge like house on the side of a hill in North Nelson. Super quiet with a gorgeous night sky. We stayed in the largest unit that had a full kitchen and laundry plus a large living room. A comfortable stop for the 4 of us after the bustle of Wellington. Stayed after taking the ferry to Picton and then driving through wine country. Mark is a great host!

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9
Wonderful
116 reviews
Price from
$122
per night

Stations Inn

Hokitika

Stations Inn is situated in Hokitika and has a garden and terrace. All rooms feature a kitchenette and a private bathroom with tiled walk-in shower.. The spacious rooms have a patio with views of the Southern Alps. The view was spectacular, could see the sun set perfectly over the most adorable little farm. The rooms were larger than expected. I loved our stay, Station Inn is a family run business and everyone we met was wonderful. They went over and above to make our stay memorable.

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9.1
Wonderful
514 reviews
Price from
$92
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. Popular points of interest nearby include Dunedin Railway Station, Dunedin School of Dentistry and Olveston. The property is non-smoking and is located 1.4 km from Taieri Gorge Railway.

All rooms in the inn are equipped with a flat-screen TV. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At The Stables Dunedin the rooms come with bed linen and towels. This facility is fantasticly luxurious. It has many exquisite amenities such as under-floor heating and large rain shower head in the shower, code keyless entry to our room and led lighting highlighting the exposed timber roof. I loved the heritage features of the Stables, right down to the original stone floors and walls and informative plaques about the Stables history. The communication of the staff was spot on and I loved the fact that they texted me each day to see if we needed any amenities refreshed. We had a comfortable, luxurious stay and we will definitely be staying here next time we are in Dunedin.

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8.8
Excellent
898 reviews
Price from
$105
per night

Porters Lodge

Castle Hill

Porters Lodge is a family friendly oasis in the hills of the Craigieburn Valley, positioned just off the well beaten track of State Highway 73 but easily within reach of Christchurch. With a restaurant and bar serving relatable favorites, a comfortable accommodation wing and an array of activities at our doorstep we can offer you an experience with a difference to a multi-day getaway all within a stones throw of the airport. Porter's Lodge is a unique opportunity to stay close to the ski field, relax in comfort and eat amazingly delicious food!! Staff are all super friendly, I felt very comfortable and well cared for.

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8.3
Very Good
108 reviews
Price from
$28
per night

Kaniere Hotel

Hokitika

Kaniere Hotel is an old authentic Kiwi country pub with bar and restaurant only 5 minutes' drive or 40 minutes' walk from Hokitika Township. Free WiFi is featured and the hotel is dog friendly.

The hotel offers budget accommodation with private bedrooms. The bedrooms are located adjacent to the on-site bar. There is a shared guest TV lounge and kitchen facilities. The bathroom facilities are shared. Laundry facilities available for a small additional cost. Breakfast is not available. Clean & comfy -very reasonable price. Enjoyed chatting with the owner. Overall, a great stay for the night.

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8.4
Very Good
208 reviews
Price from
$49
per night

Tranquil Modern Studio

Queenstown

Popular points of interest near the inn include Queenstown Resort College, Queenstown Lakes District Library and Queenstown Hill. The nearest airport is Queenstown Airport, 6 km from Tranquil Modern Studio. We loved everything about this property.

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8.7
Excellent
11 reviews
Price from
$153
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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8.5
Very Good
34 reviews
Price from
$153
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.

No Bike hire available anymore due to the company closing through Covid 19 pandemic. Super nice classic kiwi bar underneth the rooms, easy access.

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7.1
Good
529 reviews
Price from
$43
per night

The Blue Pub

Methven

Located in the heart of Methven, The Blue Pub features an onsite bar and restaurant with regular live music. Guests enjoy free WiFi and free parking.

The Blue Pub Methven is a 5-minute drive from Methven Golf Course. Christchurch is a 1-hour and 10-minute drive away. 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
289 reviews
Price from
$36
per night

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