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Wake up to stunning views of the Kaikoura Mountains and the sea at Panorama Motel. Our units are all ensuite and smoke-free. Every unit opens out onto either a patio area with outdoor seating or onto its own private balcony, to allow our guests to enjoy the panoramic views.

Parking is off-street, with enough space to park your boat or trailer. We are pet friendly, and love to welcome the whole family. We had a huge delay and arrived late. Annie at the reception left for us the unit open and prepared, and explained by mail very clearly how to find it, where to park etc. Parking was just in front of the door. The room had big windows with great views of the sea, and there was a sitting area outside, although it was too cold and windy to use it.

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Superb
1,442 reviews
Price from
US$103
per night

Free Wi-Fi access is available at Tuscana Motor Lodge, offering spacious studios and apartments with DVD player and LCD satellite TV. Christchurch city centre is only 10 minutes’ walk away.

Guests can use the BBQ facilities or dine at the many restaurants and cafés located within a 20-minute walk. Facilities include a tour desk and guest laundry. Pets are allowed by prior arrangement. The room was clean and well equipped with the necessary amenities for a night's stay. Location was perfect - There were cafes within walking distance. A supermarket within 10 minutes drive too. Appreciate that the host provided clear self check-in instructions for my late arrival too.

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Superb
1,338 reviews
Price from
US$102
per night

Located in Twizel, Ben Ohau Villa provides accommodation with private pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive. With garden views, this accommodation offers a patio. The villa has a picnic area and a hot tub. Spacious and lovely-furnished house. Very comfortable to stay. Full facilities to stay and cook meals. Very beautiful nature and scenery around house with nice outdoor space to relax with nature around. Love to stay in this place. Short drive into Twizel town. Overall is perfect.

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9.4
Superb
137 reviews
Price from
US$397
per night

Set in Reefton in the West Coast region, Couples Retreat offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This holiday home provides a garden as well as a terrace.

The holiday home has 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with garden views. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Made a last minute booking which Nigel and Jacqui were kind enough to accommodate. Great place and location, had everything we needed with a few little extra touches to make it a very enjoyable stay. Thank you!

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9.5
Exceptional
230 reviews
Price from
US$102
per night

Located in Reefton in the West Coast region, Kiwiana Gem has a garden. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking. Guests can make use of barbecue facilities.

The holiday home with a terrace and garden views features 3 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area. Great spot for our 1 night stop over travelling north. The place was clean, tidy and the little details were lovely!

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9.3
Superb
125 reviews
Price from
US$93
per night

Right in the heart of Christchurch, situated within a short distance of Christchurch Art Gallery and Canterbury Museum, A touch of Luxury in Chch CBD offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a microwave and kettle. The property features garden and city views, and is 4.1 km from Christchurch Railway Station. The property is non-smoking and is located 3.8 km from Hagley Park. Beautifully presented, warm and inviting. Very central but yet so quiet. Highly recommended.

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9
Superb
100 reviews
Price from
US$85
per night

Offering a garden and river view, Top of the world studio nestled in the rock is located in Queensberry, 24 km from The Wanaka Tree and 38 km from Central Otago District Council. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 20 km from Puzzling World. Incredible view on the valley . The appart. is situated on the top of a mountain overlooking the whole valley. What a view.

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9.6
Exceptional
157 reviews
Price from
US$94
per night

Situated in Diamond Harbour, within 32 km of Christchurch Railway Station and 32 km of Christchurch Art Gallery, Taimana Boutique Motel features accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 32 km from Canterbury Museum, 33 km from Hagley Park and 47 km from Orana Wildlife Park. The rooms are fitted with a patio. Beautiful location - wish we had more time to take ferry and stay a while. Drive to get there beautiful -

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9.6
Exceptional
211 reviews
Price from
US$86
per night

Situated in Nelson, 7.4 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, Maitai Whare Iti - Adventure Cabins & House features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Featuring barbecue facilities, the property is located within 8 km of Trafalgar Park. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are available. Lush surroundings: the tiny cabins are set back into the forest. You sleep in total darkness and quiet. You awaken to bird song. There’s a hike right from the cabin, and owner Mark is full of good advice of 1,000 other things to do in the region. It’s a relaxed place with a shared kitchen kept neat and tidy and well-equipped. We were there as a couple and enjoyed meeting other travellers, but the place can also be booked for big groups which would be excellent for mountain biking enthusiasts and others. The climb up to the platform bed is pretty steep but the bed was cozy and firm and comfortable.

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9.1
Superb
191 reviews
Price from
US$114
per night

Situated in Hampden, 700 metres from Hampden Beach and 3.7 km from Moeraki Boulders, Tui Cottage offers air conditioning. Boasting luggage storage space, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. We enjoyed our stay at this cozy house. Kerry and Jo were very kind and considerate. Will definitely come visit again.

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9.5
Exceptional
127 reviews
Price from
US$152
per night

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