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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. Loved the open fire, room was clean and comfortable and the communal kitchen was great.

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9.1
Superb
1,339 reviews
Price from
US$100
per night

Situated in Kaikoura, 1.3 km from Kaikoura Beach, Austin Heights - Kaikoura features a garden and views of the garden. The guest house features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. Very well appointed space, with everything we needed to be comfortable. The lounge chairs facing an incredible view were comfortable for winding down after a long day of travel. Place was very clean, newly renovated. Had a comfortable bed and great shower. We received information on self entry just prior to our arrival. Entry was very smooth. Would stay there again.

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9.5
Exceptional
128 reviews
Price from
US$95
per night

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. Very nice and cozy log house, would be good for solo traveller or couple without too much luggage. Clean, warm and comfortable.

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9.2
Superb
121 reviews

Featuring garden views, The Bunkhouse provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 39 km from Mt. Lyford. Boasting full-day security, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

Guests can take in the views of the mountain from the balcony, which also has outdoor furniture. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. Everything was so nice. The Bunkhouse was exceptionally clean, comfortable, and so cute. The hosts were extremely accommodating. We enjoyed a lovely breakfast, served on the cutest trays, while enjoying the morning sun and the beautiful view from the covered deck. Overall , a wonderful stay.

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9.6
Exceptional
137 reviews
Price from
US$64
per night

Situated 46 km from Mt. Dobson, Rodman Star Apartment offers air-conditioned accommodation with a patio. The property has lake views. The guest house also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. Fantastic little apartment with an awesome view over lake tekapo

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9
Superb
180 reviews
Price from
US$169
per night

Located in Sumner, Cave Rock Guest House offers beachfront accommodation 300 metres from Sumner Beach and offers various facilities, such as a garden and barbecue facilities. This guest house provides free private parking and luggage storage space. The guest house features family rooms as well as facilities for disabled guests. Perfect location!! Close to the bus stop and in front of the beach. Very clean and comfortable room to stay. 100% recommended!! We enjoyed our stay with the kind hosts and the lovely dog. In fact, I am missing their cute dog, Bruce.

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9.2
Superb
256 reviews
Price from
US$94
per night

The spacious guest house comes with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a terrace with mountain views. A private entrance leads guests into the guest house, where they can enjoy some chocolates or cookies. A dressing room, laundry service and full-day security are also available. Beautiful garden and very quiet and private

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9.5
Exceptional
124 reviews
Price from
US$97
per night

Situated in Mitcham in the Canterbury region, Woodlands Green has a patio and garden views. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. Outdoor seating is also available at the guest house. James very friendly and helpful, nice and quite

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9.7
Exceptional
9 reviews
Price from
US$100
per night

The guest house comes with a flat-screen TV. The kitchenette is fitted with a microwave, a toaster and a fridge and there is a private bathroom with bathrobes and a hair dryer. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. A brand new apartment with top quality appliances and fittings. Quiet location and private parking. No expense spared and all the nice little extras have been thought about.

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9.8
Exceptional
11 reviews
Price from
US$135
per night

Located in Lake Tekapo and within 46 km of Mt. Dobson, Private Room Near the Lake - Ohau features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can enjoy lake views.

At the inn, every room comes with a patio with a mountain view. All units in Private Room Near the Lake - Ohau are equipped with a TV and free toiletries. Loved the view and bed comfort and other facilities

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9.6
Exceptional
8 reviews
Price from
US$116
per night

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