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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. Great location for hikes in the area and see Keas. We enjoyed the hospitality and warm rooms after a day out. Kitchen had all we needed. We would happily stay there again!

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9
Superb
1,138 reviews
Price from
US$90
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. This place ist just wonderfull. Helen is an amazing host with loads of stories and a great chef on top. Also you can get some great hiking tips ! The view in this house, together with Helen’s company for the evening was tue cherry on top of our New Zealand vacation. We will be back !

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9.3
Superb
144 reviews
Price from
US$134
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. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are offered.

Guests at Forest Lodge will be able to enjoy activities in and around Castle Hill, like hiking and skiing. Such lovely accommodation in an amazing environment, run by welcoming people. Will be back sometime

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9
Superb
113 reviews
Price from
US$29
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. A lovely cosy place which had everything & felt really homely. Arrived on a very wet wild day & had everything we needed to cook & eat in while watching the rain pour & the river rise, luckily clear for a beautiful waterfall walk next day.

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9.5
Exceptional
161 reviews
Price from
US$160
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. The location is absolutely fantastic with stunning mountain views, but the real magic here comes from the owners, Butch and Jo. They are super-friendly and went above and beyond to answer our questions and make us feel welcome. I strongly recommend visiting before they retire to experience this level of hospitality! Also, you simply must eat at their bar; even though it has limited hours, the food is incredible. We had the steak and dessert deal for $30 NZD, which was the best meal we’ve had, and the wine is very reasonably priced. To make the evening even better, they played live music for us while we ate! The rooms themselves are very spacious and having a fully-equipped kitchen was a huge plus. The atmosphere they have created here is truly special.

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9
Superb
249 reviews
Price from
US$93
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. Grea location. Clean, tidy park. All the amenities you could need. Super helpful staff. Great playground for children. Awesome for families.

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9.1
Superb
382 reviews
Price from
US$103
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. Everything was great, excellent range of DVDs available, close to Everything but very quiet, lived our stay. Went for a rest and was able to have that and be comfortable

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9.4
Superb
677 reviews
Price from
US$259
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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9.4
Superb
8 reviews
Price from
US$156
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
16 reviews
Price from
US$165
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. Very clean spacious house, with a well equipped kitchen.

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9.8
Exceptional
28 reviews
Price from
US$131
per night

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