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Arthur's Pass Alpine Motel is located high in New Zealand’s Southern Alps, within Arthur’s Pass Village. Just 300 metres from Arthur’s Pass train Station, it offers free on-site parking and free Wi-Fi access. Amazing location, great clean place

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Superb
1,150 reviews
Price from
US$88
per night

Featuring mountain views, Arthur's Pass Ecolodge provides accommodation with balcony, around 13 km from Arthur's Pass National Park. With river views, this accommodation features a patio. The homestay features family rooms.

For guests with children, the homestay offers a baby safety gate. Ski storage space is available on-site and skiing can be enjoyed within close proximity of Arthur's Pass Ecolodge. Helen is a wonderful, welcoming host. The house is in a good location near Arthur's Pass and makes a great stop if you're driving cross country. We opted to include the dinner and breakfast and both were delicious. The common area and bathroom is shared with another room/visitors and we were lucky to have very enjoyable company so it felt like reliving the old hostel days as an adult 😀

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9.3
Superb
143 reviews
Price from
US$130
per night

Situated in Castle Hill, 17 km from Broken River Ski Field, Forest Lodge features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities. 19 km from Craigieburn and 23 km from Porters, the hostel provides ski storage space. Guests can enjoy mountain views. This place is adorable and awesome to get your forest lodge experience. Margie, the care taker, is a beautiful soul and made us feel right at home

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9.2
Superb
113 reviews
Price from
US$28
per night

The Nook, a property with an open-air bath, a garden and barbecue facilities, is located in Arthur's Pass, 1.4 km from Devils Punchbowl Falls, 4.9 km from Temple Basin, as well as 47 km from Broken River Ski Field. The property features river and garden views, and is 400 metres from Arthur's Pass Train Station. The property is non-smoking and is set 700 metres from Arthur's Pass National Park.

Skiing and hiking are possible within the area, and the apartment offers ski storage space. It is the most cozy little room! The views are beautiful and the bathroom is lovely. The bed was quite comfortable also.

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9.5
Exceptional
160 reviews
Price from
US$142
per night

This motel has ski storage space and free use of bicycles is available. An array of activities are offered in the area, such as skiing and golfing. Summit Six is 10 km from Mt Hutt Lodge, while Exibition Quad Chair is 10 km from the property. The nearest airport is Christchurch International Airport, 71 km from the property. Spacious room, location, views, good kitchen, big bathroom (and sink).

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9
Superb
258 reviews
Price from
US$91
per night

Just 5 minutes’ walk from Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve, this holiday park features a coin-operated laundry and gas BBQs. Families can relax with 2 TV rooms, a children’s playground and a petanque court.

Hanmer Springs TOP 10 Holiday Park is located next to a forest reserve with walking and mountain biking tracks. Guests can hire fun pedal karts for use within the park. We loved staying at the Top 10 in Hamner Springs. It had everything we needed, was in a great location and the staff were lovely and so helpful. Very relaxed and easy going feeling, especially as we were travelling with kids.

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9.2
Superb
390 reviews
Price from
US$92
per night

Settlers is a 5-star boutique motel offering comfort and privacy, in the village of Hanmer Springs. The motel is centrally located, just a short walk from the village’s popular thermal pools, shops, and restaurants.

Guests can enjoy many leisure activities in the natural surroundings, including hiking, kayaking, skiing and mountain biking. The feeling of luxury when we arrived. It is clear that the staff care about the motel environment and their customers. Very comfortable beds.

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9.4
Superb
671 reviews
Price from
US$132
per night

The spacious apartment has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with mountain views. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Windwhistle, like skiing, cycling and fishing. The apartment has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Very comfortable and clean, modern facilities. Close to Terrace downs restaurant.

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9.3
Superb
6 reviews
Price from
US$128
per night

Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Hanmer Springs, like skiing, cycling and hiking. An indoor play area is also available at 10 Rippingale Road, while guests can also relax in the garden. Beautiful, comfortable home. We loved our stay, had everything we needed.

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9.2
Superb
15 reviews
Price from
US$161
per night

Guests at the chalet will be able to enjoy activities in and around Castle Hill, like skiing, horse riding and windsurfing. If you would like to discover the area, cycling, fishing and canoeing are possible in the surroundings. Stayed for one night to break up the drive from Franz Josef to Lake Tekapo, and had the most wonderful time. A very spacious property for a family of three. The house has everything you need and more - very comfy. The location is lovely and peaceful, the views are stunning, and we discovered very nice short walks around the village. Honestly wish we spent more time there - we love the quiet, and this place has plenty of it. Communication with the host was super easy. Remember to stock up on food on the way as there are no cafes or shops in the village. Hopefully we'll be back one day to explore the area further and to enjoy the peace and the comfort.

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9.8
Exceptional
24 reviews
Price from
US$142
per night

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