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Hanmer High Country Views

Hanmer Springs

Located in Hanmer Springs in the Canterbury region, Hanmer High Country Views provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

Each unit comes with a terrace offering mountain views, a flat-screen TV, a well-fitted kitchenette and a private bathroom with shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. A fridge and toaster are also featured, as well as a kettle.

Guests at the lodge can enjoy a continental breakfast. We liked being out of town in peaceful countryside . There were enormous sliding windows opening on to a terrace with outdoor furniture. The view from the accommodation was a magnificent range of mountains.

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9.6
Exceptional
117 reviews
Price from
$150
per night

Milford Sound Lodge

Milford Sound

With mountain views, Milford Sound Lodge is located in Milford Sound and has a restaurant, room service, bar and garden. The lodge features both WiFi and private parking free of charge.

Milford Sound Lodge offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a hairdryer and shower. Some units include a balcony and/or a patio with river views. Amazing location with absolutely stunning view, very comfortable lodge. The restaurant was good and all the staff were great. They bought a lovely breakfast in the morning too.

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9.3
Wonderful
649 reviews
Price from
$366
per night

Benger Garden Chalets

Millers Flat

With mountain views, Benger Garden Chalets is located in Millers Flat and has a restaurant, room service, snack bar, garden, terrace and barbecue. The lodge features both WiFi and private parking free of charge. Most comfortable sleep since leaving home. Super supportive but not hard beds . Real quilt not poly, giving warmth and weight. Chalet is fitted for wheelchair access, so bathroom was a spacious well fitted room with a curtained shower area, good water pressure. Whole property was spotlessly clean. Fitted with smaĺl kitchenette which we didn't use, so can't comment on it. Welcoming hosts. Breakfast included in the Cafe next door meant full choice from menu and real coffee. Parking right at door.

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9.5
Exceptional
126 reviews
Price from
$147
per night

Alpine Escape

Franz Josef

The lodge provides guests with a balcony, mountain views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a microwave, and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. There is also a stovetop, toaster and a kettle. Amazing location, and the view from the deck is spectacular!! Small, but very comfortable for a couple with a well-appointed kitchen. Definitely recommend it if you are in Franz Joseph!!!

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9.1
Wonderful
279 reviews
Price from
$136
per night

Pukaki Air Lodge

Twizel

Offering mountain views, Pukaki Air Lodge in Twizel offers accommodation, barbecue facilities, a terrace and a shared lounge. Complimentary WiFi is available.

Lake Tekapo is 55 km from the lodge, while Glentanner is 41 km away. It was one of the most unique and comfortable places we stayed at in New Zealand. Only wish we had more time to spend there.

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9.5
Exceptional
119 reviews
Price from
$151
per night

The Cliffs Seaside Lodge

Tuatapere

Situated in Tuatapere Southland, Papatotara, The Cliffs Seaside Lodge provides accommodation a walkway with direct access to the beach.

The lodge offers a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a hair dryer and shower. Some rooms have a walk-in shower and a free-standing bath. A terrace with both sea and mountain views is offered in all units. Great views in the distance towards ocean and mountains.

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9.6
Exceptional
125 reviews

MyHolidays, Shotover, Delux Ensuite rooms

Queenstown

Set in Queenstown, MyHolidays, Shotover, Delux Ensuite rooms offers mountain views and free WiFi, 4.9 km from Queenstown Event Centre and 12 km from Skyline Gondola and Luge.

Guests at the lodge can enjoy hiking and skiing nearby, or make the most of the garden. Felt like a home from home! Gorgeous room, clean and with all the facilities needed. Extras like shampoo, tea/coffee and other pantry items, Netflix etc. were a lovely touch! Great location and hosts with lots of recommendations and detailed info about our stay.

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9.1
Wonderful
100 reviews
Price from
$104
per night

Abel Tasman Lodge

Marahau

Situated in Marahau, 38 km from Nelson, Abel Tasman Lodge features a hot tub and sauna. Abel Tasman National Park is within a 5-minute walk from the property. Free unlimited WiFi as well as free off-road parking is available. beautiful setting, spacious room, good shower, comfortable bed, helpful reception.

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9.6
Exceptional
132 reviews
Price from
$144
per night

Eden's Edge Lodge

Motueka

Set 2.5 km from Tapu Bay Beach, Eden's Edge Lodge offers accommodation with a shared lounge, a garden and a shared kitchen for your convenience. Both WiFi and private parking are accessible at the lodge free of charge. We had a 2 night stay here. The attention to detail at Eden's Edge is exceptional. The room was clean, comfortable and spacious. Breakfast was a varied and tasty 'help yourself' and the communal kitchen well-equipped. The laundry room is a helpful addition. Lovely gardens and views and plenty of outdoor seating. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

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9
Wonderful
517 reviews
Price from
$86
per night

The Ghost Lodge

Granity

Lovingly designed and built with attention to detail, a log burner to keep it cozy and warm during winter, and french doors that open up to the sight and sound of the ocean during summer. Ghost Lodge is located in the charming town of Granity twenty minutes from Westport, New Zealand, the lodge offers a unique blend of historical significance and modern comfort. The place is beautiful, cleanest I've seen & the owners are absolutely fantastic. You could never go wrong with the hot tubs & sauna, its a must stay place & I will certainly be going back.

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9.3
Wonderful
125 reviews
Price from
$90
per night

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