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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. Just good old down to earth folk

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9
Superb
1,441 reviews
Price from
US$111
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. Excellent location, great room, lots of facilities, super clean, parking

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9
Superb
1,343 reviews
Price from
US$104
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. This property was stunning. We used it as a base for snowboarding Ohau and treble cone. The fireplace & hot tub were a massive hit for us after the hill. Star gazing was also impeccable from the back yard! We also checked out the lake nearby (recommended from the host in their welcome book) and had a quick cold water plunge. Whole experience was excellent. Comfy beds. We will be back.

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9.4
Superb
135 reviews
Price from
US$434
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. The house was really cool and had everything we could need. The bed was really comfortable and the hosts were really accommodating. It was the best place to rest after a long day driving.

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9.5
Exceptional
225 reviews
Price from
US$104
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. The place was spacious, exceptionally clean, very well stocked with kitchen and basic ingredients (and not skimpy like some places), beds were comfortable, shower was great.

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9.2
Superb
123 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. This place was amazing! Beautiful location with a view of the bay and a short walk down to the pier. The bed was super comfy. The host was incredibly kind an welcoming, and he even put my frozen pizza in his personal oven and delivered it to me! I highly recommend staying here.

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9.6
Exceptional
210 reviews
Price from
US$93
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. Spacious 2 bedroom lodge like house on the side of a hill in North Nelson. Super quiet with a gorgeous night sky. We stayed in the largest unit that had a full kitchen and laundry plus a large living room. A comfortable stop for the 4 of us after the bustle of Wellington. Stayed after taking the ferry to Picton and then driving through wine country. Mark is a great host!

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9.1
Superb
191 reviews
Price from
US$116
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. The holiday home was an absolute dream. We really enjoyed our short time there and recovered from the long journey. We were able to do the laundry and cook properly. We had such a good night sleep aswell.

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9.5
Exceptional
128 reviews
Price from
US$155
per night

Situated within 600 metres of Carters Beach in Carters Beach, Carters Beach Seaside Accommodation features accommodation with seating area. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. When staying at the apartment, guests can use private entrance. Across the street from the beach and easy checkin/checkout

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9.1
Superb
251 reviews
Price from
US$141
per night

With mountain views, Benger Garden Chalets is located in Millers Flat and has a restaurant, room service, snack bar, garden, terrace and barbecue. Both WiFi and private parking are available at the lodge free of charge. A beautiful interpretation of an accessible living space.

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9.4
Superb
137 reviews
Price from
US$140
per night

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