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Quest Queenstown Apartments Remarkables Park 4 stars

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. The property is set 17 km from The Remarkables, 21 km from Lake Wakatipu and 32 km from Shotover River. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. everything! it’s probably one of the nicest, comfiest accoms we have stayed in our south island trip so far!

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9.2
Superb
1,736 reviews
Price from
£111
per night

Mondello Kaikoura 4 stars

Kaikoura

Set in Kaikoura, less than 1 km from Kaikoura Beach, Mondello Kaikoura provides accommodation with air conditioning and access to a garden. This 4-star apartment offers luggage storage space and room service. The apartment also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. The room was spacious and very clean. The location was perfect for our activities in Kaikoura.

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9
Superb
1,009 reviews
Price from
£66
per night

Sudima Christchurch City 5 stars

Christchurch City-Centre, Christchurch

Also featured at the property is a luxurious day spa, Moss, featuring a number of treatments in a relaxing and inviting space. Guests also have access to a nearby fitness centre, free of charge. Staff are available 24 hours to assist with any queries. amazing service! super clean! great food! amazing staff! the staff are exceptional! the rooms have all the conveniences you need: fridge, microwave that also can be a convection oven, dishwasher, fridge, Amazon echo, free laundry, etc…

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9
Superb
1,629 reviews
Price from
£109
per night

Shelby Motor Lodge 4 stars

Invercargill

Shelby Motor Lodge provides rooms in Invercargill near Rugby Park Stadium and Southern Institute of Technology. This 4-star motel offers free WiFi. The motel features family rooms.

At the motel, every room comes with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Rooms come with a kettle, while selected rooms include a kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven. All units will provide guests with a fridge. Excellent location and very comfy beds.

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9
Superb
1,138 reviews
Price from
£75
per night

Picton Waterfront Apartments 4 stars

Picton

Picton Waterfront Apartments offer spacious, modern, self-contained accommodation in the heart of Picton. Each apartment boasts a private balcony with stunning views of Picton Harbour, Marina and the famous Marlborough Sounds. Stunning views over the Marina with a great balcony to sit and enjoy the views. Easy walk to the Coastal Pacific Train station or ferry terminal. Plenty of restaurants and bars in walking distance. Supermarket and bottle shop nearby. Well equiped kitchen, European laundry in apartment. Comfortable bathrooms, lounge and dining area for 4 adults. Allocated car park available. Loads of hiking and mountain biking trails.

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9.1
Superb
1,127 reviews
Price from
£98
per night

Akaroa Criterion Motel 4.5 stars

Akaroa

Centrally located in Akaroa, this motel offers rooms with either a balcony or a patio. It also includes 500MB of free WiFi per day, per room.

Akaroa Criterion Motel is situated opposite Children’s Bay. It is a 16-minute walk from Mt Vernon Akaroa. Best Motel we had in NZ. Very nice people, beautiful big room with a stunning view. Perfectly equipped and all perfectly clean and very modern. Akaroa is a must have when traveling NZ and the Motel is centrally located. We‘ll come back.

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9.2
Superb
1,148 reviews
Price from
£83
per night

Delorenzo Studio Apartments 5 stars

Nelson

Delorenzo Studio Apartments offers a heated outdoor pool, on-site parking and free Wi-Fi access. Studios come with a kitchenette, laundry facilities and a private bathroom. Some apartments feature a spa bath. Wow great apartment, had everything in it and more. Well turned out and very nice.

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9.1
Superb
1,658 reviews
Price from
£62
per night

Golfcourse Road Chalets and Lodge 4 stars

Wanaka

Located on 10 acres of gardens, Golfcourse Road Chalets and Lodge with lovely lake, mountain or golf course views. Just 4 minutes’ drive from Lake Wanaka, the property features free WiFi and barbecue facilities. fantastic! the quality of the cottage, the views, the owner. everything!

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9
Superb
1,152 reviews
Price from
£107
per night

Palazzo Motor Lodge 5 stars

Nelson

Just 350 metres from Nelson's CBD and award-winning cafes, restaurants and shops, Palazzo Motor Lodge offers accommodation with air-conditioning and double glazing in all apartments. The self-catering apartments also include free unlimited WiFi, and a Smart TV. Spacious, clean and comfortable. Close to city center.

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9.3
Superb
1,048 reviews
Price from
£86
per night

Commodore Airport Hotel Christchurch 4.5 stars

Burnside, Christchurch

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.

Commodore Airport Hotel Christchurch features spacious rooms, conference/meeting facilities and plenty of free car parking. The award-winning native gardens provide a peaceful atmosphere. Great hotel with an awesome team and plenty of amenities!

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9.1
Superb
1,083 reviews
Price from
£107
per night

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