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With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, rooms at the motel also boast a sea view. The rooms in “The Cliffs” Humpridge View Motels are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. Views from the bedroom were second to none, from the bed it felt like laying in a grassy meadow over looking the ocean. The hosts were so friendly. The food was delicious. I’d highly recommend for a quiet night away.

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9.2
Superb
405 reviews
Price from
US$113
per night

Boasting garden views, waikawa house offers accommodation with a garden, barbecue facilities and a shared lounge, around 3 km from Curio Bay Beach. This holiday home provides free private parking and a shared kitchen. Beautiful home in a beautiful setting. It was spacious and had everything

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9.1
Superb
168 reviews
Price from
US$127
per night

Featuring sea views, The Cliffs Seaside Lodge in Tuatapere features accommodation, a garden, a terrace and a restaurant. Complimentary WiFi is offered throughout the property.

The lodge offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a hairdryer and shower. A balcony with mountain views is offered in all units. It was our last night in the fjordland area before traveling to Queenstown and ending our 2 weeks in New Zealand. We wanted to be in a remote southern location and the Cliffs was a perfect choice. The views and location to the sea was exactly what we wanted. Be sure to visit the beach nearby. Our hosts were friendly, informative and very responsive to our questions. We enjoyed meeting them very much. We have great memories of the Cliffs.

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9.4
Superb
143 reviews
Price from
US$162
per night

Featuring sea views, Anchorstone provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 2.6 km from Dead Man Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The guest house features facilities for disabled guests. The quietness and comfort was welcomed.

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9.3
Superb
111 reviews
Price from
US$385
per night

Located on the shores of Lake Te Anau, Fiordland Lakeview Motel and Apartments offers self-contained accommodation with free Wi-Fi and lake and garden views.

Guests can relax and enjoy the views and surrounding lovely gardens. Fiordland Lakeview Motel and Apartments are 10 minutes’ walk from Te Anau Town Centre. Location was excellent! View spectacular. Neat and clean and convenient!

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9.3
Superb
596 reviews
Price from
US$346
per night

Set in Riverton, within 41 km of Southern Institute of Technology, Riverton Cottage 2 Bedroom Close to beach offers accommodation with air conditioning. Situated 42 km from Rugby Park Stadium, the property features a garden and free private parking. Located close to the sea, it is a perfect place to stay if you would like a clean and comfortable place to stay if you enjoy the beach, sea views. The hosts are super helpful and it is fully equipped. Exceptional.

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9.2
Superb
71 reviews
Price from
US$103
per night

Providing mountain views, Rarakau Lodge in Tuatapere provides accommodation, a private beach area, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities. Complimentary WiFi is featured throughout the property.

A continental breakfast is available at the lodge. Friendly and helpful staff. Perfect location for starting the Hump Ridge Great Walk. Excellent bathroom and kitchen facilities. Great block-out curtains. Great range of extras available: BBQ, spa pool, tramping food, sand-fly repellent...

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9.4
Superb
70 reviews
Price from
US$35
per night

Boasting a hot tub, ToiToi Papatotara BnB is situated in Papatotara. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The bed and breakfast has a barbecue and a hot tub. Everything! The hosts were amazing - incredibly thoughtful and friendly. The views are spectacular and the accommodation was warm, clean and comfortable.

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9.9
Exceptional
87 reviews
Price from
US$113
per night

Situated in Niagara in the Southland region, Niagara Ridge Retreat Catlins features accommodation with access to a hot tub. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. Outdoor seating is also available at the holiday home. Spacious property, well equipped with fabulous views. Good location.

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9.6
Exceptional
68 reviews
Price from
US$202
per night

The holiday home with a terrace and sea views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area. An exceptional property with everything you need. Near to a stunning beach. We loved watching the birds feed.

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9.7
Exceptional
89 reviews
Price from
US$211
per night

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