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The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

Hotel in Christchurch City Center, Christchurch

Ideally set in Christchurch, The Observatory Hotel Christchurch has a buffet breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. The location is walking distance to everything and on a charming former campus. Breakfast was lovely with many options and delicious coffee. The staff were all friendly and helpful, without exception. We even used the gym, which is small, but we had it to ourselves.

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9.2
Wonderful
1,319 reviews
Price from
$180
per night

The Mayfair

Hotel in Christchurch City Center, Christchurch

Located in Christchurch, a 12-minute walk from Canterbury Museum, The Mayfair has accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Great room, clean and well appointed. Staff were outstanding!

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9.2
Wonderful
1,211 reviews
Price from
$207
per night

Golden Hotel

Hotel in Riccarton, Christchurch

Located in Christchurch, 1.7 miles from Christchurch Railway Station, Golden Hotel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. Very friendly and helpful staff. Room (we had the two-bedroom variant) was great, nice walk-in shower with normal and rain shower. Air-conditioning capable of warming and heating. Heated mirror in bathroom. Complimentary charging of the car. Good experience!

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9.2
Wonderful
1,235 reviews
Price from
$90
per night

Quest Queenstown Apartments Remarkables Park

Hotel in Queenstown

Featuring 4-star accommodations, Quest Queenstown Apartments Remarkables Park is located in Queenstown, 1.9 miles from Queenstown Event Centre and 5.8 miles from Skyline Gondola and Luge. Totally the hospitality was incredible. Receptionists were really nice. Very close to ZQN airport - only 1 stop from airport by bus. It cost only $2.00 with BEE card. I didn't need to grab a taxi. Very easy access. The hotel was located next to Remarkable Shopping Mall. Walking distance from both airport and shopping mall for me. There were a variety of restaurants and cafes in the mall. Super market (New World) was nearby. To CBD of Queenstown, you can reach by #1 city bus. Takes 30 minutes bus ride. Very quiet to sleep at night.

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9.1
Wonderful
2,158 reviews
Price from
$180
per night

Sudima Christchurch City

Hotel in Christchurch City Center, Christchurch

Located in Christchurch, a 8-minute walk from Christchurch Art Gallery, Sudima Christchurch City has accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This hotel is in a great location and is absolutely beautiful. I highly recommend it! The room was equipped with a dishwasher, an iron, bathroom amenities, and dressing gowns. It was modern, well-presented, and very clean. I especially loved the Alexa clock beside the bed, which provided weather updates, allowed me to set alarms, and offered news updates. Movies were free to watch as well! The tea and coffee facilities were excellent, and the bathroom was spacious, clean, and modern. It was the first time I've stayed in a hotel that offered complimentary sanitary packs. The bed was very comfortable, and there was a selection of pillows available if needed. One of the best features for me was that there was no road noise, and the air conditioner was quiet—something that's quite rare! Having traveled to many hotels, this one is at the top of my list. The staff were exceptional, always friendly, and greeted everyone with a "hello." Altogether, it was a lovely stay!

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9
Wonderful
1,543 reviews
Price from
$171
per night

Poshtel

Hotel in Oamaru

Featuring a shared lounge, bar and views of city, Poshtel is located in Oamaru, 23 miles from Moeraki Boulders. The property has luggage storage space and free WiFi throughout the property. Such a cool place. The interior was super interesting and the location (next to Woolsworths) was great. Was walking distance to the Victorian Precinct.

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9.1
Wonderful
1,189 reviews
Price from
$121
per night

Cardrona Hotel

Hotel in Cardrona

Cardrona Hotel features an iconic on-site restaurant and bar. You can enjoy the picturesque gardens while sipping a drink on the patio. LOVED THIS HOTEL ! The garden pub, the room, the bathroom, the restaurant, the facilities! Everything was sooooo nice !

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9.1
Wonderful
1,249 reviews
Price from
$104
per night

Commodore Airport Hotel Christchurch

Hotel in Christchurch

Located just 5 minutes from Christchurch International Airport, this hotel offers a free 24-hour airport shuttle service, plus an indoor swimming pool, a hot tub, sauna and a fitness center. The staff were so nice and had great service of several free shuttles to airport and Antarctic musuem.

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9.2
Wonderful
1,496 reviews
Price from
$152
per night

The Rees Hotel & Luxury Apartments

Hotel in Queenstown

The Rees Hotel & Apartments offers lakefront accommodations with private balconies and spectacular views. It features free WiFi and a free shuttle to the center of Queenstown. We stayed here during our honeymoon. It was a clean & very comfortable room. Beautiful view on to the lake. Staff were nice & helpful.

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9
Wonderful
1,205 reviews
Price from
$336
per night

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Hotel in Lake Tekapo

Located in Lake Tekapo, Grand Suites Lake Tekapo provides 4-star accommodations with private balconies. 27 miles from Mt. Dobson, the property has ski storage space. Room was definitely a 5 star modern room with a fabulous view of the lake. Special thanks to Sharlene on reception. She was so helpful in recommending restaurants, viewing point for the stars at night and telling us about the Christmas market. She is a credit to your team.

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9.3
Wonderful
419 reviews
Price from
$333
per night

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