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Offering free Wi-Fi, and a guest lounge with a fireplace, Drifters Inn just 80 metres from the famous Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve. It offers rooms with flat-screen satellite TV.

Drifters Inn Hanmer Springs is 2 minutes’ drive from Hanmer Springs Golf Course and Woodland Walk Recreation Reserve. Christchurch International Airport is 133 km away. Well furnished property with great facilities. Comfortable and very well located. Excellent kitchen.

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9.1
Superb
1,336 reviews
Price from
US$102
per night

Each unit has a balcony offering mountain views, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a well-fitted kitchenette and a private bathroom with shower, a hair dryer and free toiletries. A toaster, a fridge and kitchenware are also offered, as well as a kettle. At the guest house, units include bed linen and towels. Best accommodation during our 3 weeks in New Zealand.

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9.5
Exceptional
129 reviews
Price from
US$94
per night

Located in Dunedin and only 13 km from Toitu Otago Settlers Museum, The Views provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. This recently renovated guest house is located 13 km from Taieri Gorge Railway and 14 km from Forsyth Barr Stadium. The accommodation offers luggage storage space and a housekeeping service for guests. The view was stunning and the room was exceptionally clean.

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9.8
Exceptional
243 reviews
Price from
US$70
per night

This air-conditioned bed and breakfast comes with a fully equipped kitchenette, a seating area, a dining area and a satellite flat-screen TV. Guests can enjoy a meal on an outdoor dining area while overlooking the sea views. Additional in-room amenities include chocolates or cookies.

Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy a continental breakfast. Lovely owner, warm and welcoming.

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9.7
Exceptional
118 reviews
Price from
US$90
per night

The bed and breakfast is fitted with a flat-screen TV. The kitchenette is equipped with a microwave, a toaster and a fridge and there is a private bathroom with bathrobes and a hair dryer. The bed and breakfast offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. It is a very comfortable place in an idyllic setting with friendly animals, just a few minutes' drive from Hokitika. I enjoyed chatting with Kelly, who was a very welcoming guest. Would stay again!

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9.7
Exceptional
184 reviews

Located just 28 km from Central Otago District Council, Studio 585 provides accommodation in Alexandra with access to a garden, barbecue facilities, as well as bicycle parking. Featuring private check-in and check-out, 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. Really nice stay for two nights. Perfectly located for both Alex and Clyde. Lovely friendly hosts. Beautifully furnished and clean. Would happily stay again.

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9.5
Exceptional
150 reviews
Price from
US$80
per night

Located in Appleby and only 15 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, Berryfields 64 provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property features inner courtyard and quiet street views, and is 16 km from Trafalgar Park. Guests can make use of a garden. The neighborhood, the room, the facilities, ... everything is perfect! It is the first room we stay that looks like brand new, it is super clean.

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9.2
Superb
115 reviews
Price from
US$122
per night

Located in Picton, Moana BnB, Picton provides accommodation with seating area. There is a private entrance at the bed and breakfast for the convenience of those who stay. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. It was a great place to stay for the ferry, great access to parking and very comfortable stay.

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9.1
Superb
139 reviews
Price from
US$103
per night

The guest house is fitted with a flat-screen TV. The kitchenette is equipped with a microwave, a toaster and a fridge and there is a private bathroom with a hair dryer and free toiletries. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Beautiful surrounding areas and a wonderful place to stay close to Dunedin. Clean and comfortable and the hosts were wonderful - they came to check on us and offered a towel change which was very appreciated. Really great place to relax away from the city.

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9.5
Exceptional
164 reviews
Price from
US$76
per night

Located in Twizel in the Canterbury region, The Cabin provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property features mountain and garden views. Guests can make use of a garden.

This air-conditioned guest house comes with a dining area, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, and a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are featured in the guest house. The property has an outdoor dining area. Coziness, amenities and responsive host.

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9.2
Superb
121 reviews
Price from
US$94
per night

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