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Drifter Christchurch

Hotel in Christchurch

Well set in the centre of Christchurch, Drifter Christchurch provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

Y
Ye-eun
From
South Korea
It's the best hostel that I've ever been to. We had a short city tour the next day, and the host/staff was informative and friendly. I found out many cool and nice places in Christchurch. Could see that everything was well maintained and built.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,980 reviews
Price from
US$100.92
1 night, 2 adults

The Observatory Hotel Christchurch

Hotel in Christchurch

Ideally situated in Christchurch, The Observatory Hotel Christchurch features a buffet breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property.

H
Ho Pang
From
Hong Kong
Stylish hotel in the heart of Christchurch. Artistic lobby with complimentary tea and freshly brewed coffee. Hotel room was nice, large bathroom and the bed was comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,451 reviews
Price from
US$216.09
1 night, 2 adults

The Mayfair

Hotel in Christchurch

Situated in Christchurch, 1 km from Canterbury Museum, The Mayfair features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

d
daniel
From
Uruguay
Very modern facilities. Staff very friendly. Confortable hotel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,406 reviews
Price from
US$178.83
1 night, 2 adults

Golden Hotel

Hotel in Christchurch

Set in Christchurch, within 2.7 km of Christchurch Railway Station and 4.7 km of Canterbury Museum, Golden Hotel offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as...

C
Christopher
From
United Kingdom
Very good standard with everything needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,642 reviews
Price from
US$119.73
1 night, 2 adults

The Langlands Hotel

Hotel in Invercargill

Situated in Invercargill, 1.7 km from Rugby Park Stadium, The Langlands Hotel features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

J
John
From
Australia
Have visited Invercargill for over a decade and this Hotel is a breath of fresh air … very good value and gas everything you need
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,039 reviews
Price from
US$169.68
1 night, 2 adults

Quest Queenstown Apartments Remarkables Park

Hotel in Queenstown

Featuring 4-star accommodation, Quest Queenstown Apartments Remarkables Park is located in Queenstown, 3 km from Queenstown Event Centre and 9.3 km from Skyline Gondola and Luge.

A
Adrielle
From
Singapore
everything! it’s probably one of the nicest, comfiest accoms we have stayed in our south island trip so far!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,377 reviews
Price from
US$184.27
1 night, 2 adults

Sudima Christchurch City

Hotel in Christchurch

Situated in Christchurch, 700 metres from Christchurch Art Gallery, Sudima Christchurch City features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

P
Paul
From
United Kingdom
Very comfortable bed. Great facilities.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,302 reviews
Price from
US$189.35
1 night, 2 adults

Poshtel

Hotel in Oamaru

Boasting a shared lounge, bar and views of city, Poshtel is situated in Oamaru, 38 km from Moeraki Boulders. The accommodation features luggage storage space and free WiFi throughout the property.

S
Stefana
From
Romania
- Loved the esthetic - Good location - High quality toiletries - Friendly staff - Comfortable room
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,283 reviews
Price from
US$109.81
1 night, 2 adults

Novotel Christchurch Airport

Hotel in Christchurch

Situated in Christchurch, 9.1 km from Christchurch Railway Station, Novotel Christchurch Airport features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a garden and a restaurant.

S
Shannon
From
Ireland
Good location Friendly and helpful staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7,821 reviews
Price from
US$161.92
1 night, 2 adults

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,394 reviews
Price from
US$99.78
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,944 reviews

Situated 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 centre.

From US$253.72 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 183 reviews

Stoneridge Estate offers 5 star luxury bed and breakfast accommodation and fine dining in a tranquil setting, 15 minutes’ drive from the heart of Queenstown.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 921 reviews

Distinction Dunedin Hotel has been elegantly refurbished to reflect the rich heritage of this 1930’s former post office.

From US$198.98 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 717 reviews

Situated in Christchurch, 500 metres from Christchurch Art Gallery, The Classic Villa features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

From US$272.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 562 reviews

Opened in 2014 and offering 20 luxurious rooms with free WiFi, Franz Josef Oasis is just 10 minutes’ drive from the Franz Josef Glacier.

From US$252.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews

The Spire Hotel is a stylish boutique hotel located in the heart of Queenstown. Just 2 minutes' walk from the shores of Lake Wakatipu, it offers rooms with free WiFi, a balcony and a gas fireplace.

From US$1,106.88 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 372 reviews

Queenstown Park Hotel is a luxury boutique hotel with panoramic alpine views, surrounded by parkland. It is a 5-minute walk to the centre of Queenstown. Free Wi-Fi and parking is available.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 852 reviews

An award-winning boutique hotel, The George offers an exceptional blend of luxury, elegance, and warm hospitality in the heart of Christchurch.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,200 reviews

Located on the outskirts of Greymouth, Paroa Hotel offers comfortable accommodation with free Wi-Fi and enchanting seaside views. It is 10 minutes' walk from South Beach.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 339 reviews

Melody is a 5-star property located in Gore. The hotel also provides free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 76 reviews

The Waimate Lodges is offering accommodation in Waimate. This 4-star hotel offers a shared lounge and luggage storage space.

From US$68.42 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews

Situated in Mossburn, Mossburn Railway Hotel features a garden. This hotel offers a shared lounge and free WiFi. Guests can sample Grill/bbq and pizza dishes at the on-site restaurant.

From US$54.16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,739 reviews

Situated 5 km from AMI Stadium in Christchurch, Racecourse Hotel and Motor Lodge features free WiFi access and free private parking.

From US$79.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,009 reviews

Just a 35-minute drive from Mount Hutt ski fields, Ski Time offers free WiFi and free on-site parking. It features an à la carte restaurant and a bar.

From US$85.24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,834 reviews

Situated in Nelson City Centre, The Hotel Nelson is a 4-star Qualmark rated property within walking distance of Nelson Saturday Market, and the main business, shopping and entertainment precinct.

From US$310.73 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,184 reviews

The Garden Hotel, Christchurch features a restaurant, café and ample free on-site parking. It is 650 metres from Shirley Golf Course and 850 metres from Palms Shopping Mall.

From US$123.15 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,642 reviews

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From US$133.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
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Situated in Christchurch, 7.8 km from Christchurch Art Gallery, Tussock Hill Vineyard Retreats features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
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Located in Lake Tekapo, Canterbury region, Grand Suites Lake Tekapo is set 44 km from Mt. Dobson.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
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From US$421.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 460 reviews

Immerse Yourself in Alpine Chic and Laidback Glamour at The Dairy Hotel Queenstown, A Naumi Chapter.

From US$649.97 per night

EcoScapes

Hotel in Glenorchy
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 67 reviews

EcoScapes has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Glenorchy. The hotel features a hot tub, room service and free WiFi. Guest rooms at the hotel come with a seating area and a TV.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
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Historic Shipping Office - Akaroa boasts stunning water views over Akaroa Harbour. Indulge in a waterfront dinner at the on-site restaurant and bar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
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Situated in Lake Tekapo, 46 km from Mt. Dobson, Galaxy Boutique Hotel features views of the mountain.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 404 reviews
From what I saw on the booking site I wad very confident that I would like the property. That turned out to be an understatement it was excellent. The accommodation was large in a beautiful location that overlooked the Kaiteriteri beach. That there was a swimming pool (indoor and out), hot tubs and the breakfast was excellent was icing on the cake. I highly recommend in fact youd be mad to stay anywhere else.
Guest review by
Paul
United Kingdom
From US$38.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,330 reviews
pool with slide, nice cosy studio, really clean bathroom and toilet (even when shared), overall great value for money
Guest review by
Iva
Czech Republic
From US$421.91 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 542 reviews
we were in the deluxe suites and they were very clean and close to everything it was just a walk to all facilities
Guest review by
Ken
Australia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,692 reviews
Everything was excellent, the location, the room, the staff. Absolutely perfect place to stay at Wanaka.
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Lior
Israel
From US$178.74 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,169 reviews
exceptional hotel of the highest standard in unique mountain environment
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Dietrich
Germany
From US$484.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,185 reviews
Super nice rooms and public areas. Great service
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Thomas
Finland
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,044 reviews
ideally located.lovely staff.fab breakfast.
Guest review by
Shyamala
India
From US$3,223 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 52 reviews
Great place service and staff amazing .
Guest review by
john
Australia
From US$95.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 871 reviews
The room is very ccomfortable and clean
Guest review by
Chue Seng
Singapore

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The Earthquake Museum was, for me as a New Zealand,...

The Earthquake Museum was, for me as a New Zealand, essential to visit...as we in the North Island had no real idea what the people were going thru. The videos etc show it clearly. The tram ride was relaxing and informative, you can go round as many times as you like in one day.
Guest review by
Marion
New Zealand
4.0

Since we were last there, Queenstown has become overcrowded...

Since we were last there, Queenstown has become overcrowded and difficult to get around. Traffic was generally a nightmare, with very little parking. We went to Queenstown mainly to take the TSS Earnslaw cruise and barbecue. It did not disappoint and made the detour worthwhile.
Guest review by
Audrey
Australia
10

A quaint town that is known for its dark skies -- it was a...

A quaint town that is known for its dark skies -- it was a wonderful experience stargazing at night. During the day, the lake provides a wonderful backdrop for pictures and the area is rich in history. We also enjoyed the fish and chips by The Better Batter -- definitely a must try!
Guest review by
Regina Joyce
Singapore
10

You will need a car in Dunedin.

You will need a car in Dunedin. We went to St Clair and then around to swim at Smails Beach. There were seals on the beach and almost no-one around. On Sunday we went to the market at the railway station. The Taieri Gorge Railway was excellent. Plenty of things to do in the area.
Guest review by
david
New Zealand
10

Very Pretty,lots of places to have a coffee or drinks,...

Very Pretty,lots of places to have a coffee or drinks,enjoyed a drink on the waterfront looking at a amazing view,also scenic drive to Lake Hawea and went as far as the lookout when the road takes you to top of Lake Wanaka.Would of loved to had more time to do some short walks.
Guest review by
Lynley
Australia
10

Milford is a must if you have come this far, do the cruise,...

Milford is a must if you have come this far, do the cruise, plan for a 3 hour drive each way, so you can stop at Mirror lakes and all the viewpoints, its best when it's raining, but it's truly beautiful with a light bit of snow.
Guest review by
El_Jay_Brah
South Africa
10

We did whale watching which was interesting - kids loved it.

We did whale watching which was interesting - kids loved it. We went to the Pier for dinner - fab food and atmosphere. Was just a 1 night stay this time, we come to Kaikōura a bit as live 2 hours away. Great seafood, seal watching.
Guest review by
Hilary
New Zealand
10

Nelson is a lovely city with great weather (usually).

Nelson is a lovely city with great weather (usually). Seems well set up and well kept for visitors and the community in general. Rubbish bins, seating in the CBD. Ebus is a great way to get around (especially with a Bee card). Cheap and every 30mins a bus goes somewhere! City gardens are really pretty and nice for a peaceful stroll though.
Guest review by
LadyG and MrMe
New Zealand
8.0

We had only 1 night in Picton because the road had been cut...

We had only 1 night in Picton because the road had been cut by wild weather and bushfires. No reduction in price was offered. We had hoped to spend a day in Nelson, but did not have time. The Picton area is very picturesque, and well worth visiting.
Guest review by
Audrey
Australia
8.0

Didn’t do much in Twizel itself as it was for us just a...

Didn’t do much in Twizel itself as it was for us just a stopover on a long roadie, and we had been in the area before. But there is heaps to do and see within a short drive. We had our own food with us so didn’t eat out. The camp kitchen was great.
Guest review by
Paul
New Zealand