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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.

Guests at the villa can enjoy relaxing moments in the wellness area or in the the garden. Location was private. Not a bad drive to Mt Cook.

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9.4
Superb
135 reviews
Price from
US$434
per night

Marina Terrace Apartments, Wanaka has mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Wanaka, 2.5 km from Puzzling World. It is located 2.2 km from The Wanaka Tree and features a lift. Guests can use the spa centre and the fitness centre, or enjoy lake views. This apartment is just WOW. We didn’t want to leave. Everything is amazing - from the kitchen to bedrooms and bathroom. View is amazing from the living area. Karen is so nice and super generous with our requests during the stay. Don’t hesitate. Book now you won’t regret it

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9.2
Superb
307 reviews
Price from
US$256
per night

Rainforest Deluxe in Franz Josef provides accommodation with a terrace, a bar and a spa and wellness centre. Providing a restaurant, the property also has a garden, as well as a sauna and a hot tub. The hotel features family rooms. Near perfect, we love Franz and this place really made you feel like you were apart of it.

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9.4
Superb
169 reviews
Price from
US$189
per night

37 km from Moeraki Boulders in Oamaru, The Old Confectionery features accommodation with access to beauty services. The property features sea and city views, and is 2.6 km from Bushy Beach. The apartment also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. It had everything we needed plus comfortable beds

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9.6
Exceptional
424 reviews
Price from
US$224
per night

Located at the heart of the Central Otago wine region and just a 20-minute drive from Queenstown Airport, Gibbston Valley Lodge and Spa offers luxury accommodation, 5-star personal service, an on-site restaurant and a Day spa. The 24 private villas feature views over the organic vineyards and the mountains of Gibbston. The property itself was lovely, tranquil, and romantic. Rooms were super clean and comfy. The food at the lodge restaurant was excellent. The staff members (all of them) were truly exceptional. Welcoming, kind, and thoughtful people. The evening wine tasting was superb. Our host was engaging and very knowledgeable about all of the wines from the region. She made us feel welcome.

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9.2
Superb
172 reviews
Price from
US$404
per night

Stopforths Motel features spacious and luxurious accommodation just 450 metres from the centre of Hokitka. Opening in 2018, guests can admire the Southern Alps views or the stars on an astronomy tour.

Every motel room offers a luxurious bathroom fitted with a spa bath, shower and free toiletries. Air conditioning will ensure guests are comfortable in any season. Large flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and free WiFi are provided for entertainment. Good place, very clean, friendly staff. Spacious room with specific place for 2-3 luggage

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9.3
Superb
366 reviews
Price from
US$107
per night

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, mountain view and a patio, Minaret Ridge Retreat is located in Wanaka. Situated on the beachfront, this property has a spa and wellness centre, free bikes and a garden. Providing free WiFi throughout the property, the allergy-free guest house features a hot spring bath. Very beautiful, clean, spacious and cozy

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9.5
Exceptional
184 reviews
Price from
US$108
per night

Waitapu Springs B&B is set in Takaka and features a spa and wellness centre and a shared lounge. This 3-star bed and breakfast features a spa experience, with its sauna and hot tub. The bed and breakfast also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. This is the place that you fall in love with immediately, the facilities were terrific the owners , serge and Maria they make you feel like home , breakfast is perfect and the spa is just the cherry on top of this perfection , we enjoyed our night and highly recommend it

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9.7
Exceptional
345 reviews
Price from
US$87
per night

Buffet and à la carte breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are available. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available.

Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Queenstown, like hiking. Skiing and cycling can be enjoyed nearby, while a bicycle rental service and ski storage space are also available on-site. Location (Didn’t want to stay in busy Queenstown). Lovely hosts. Beautiful studio with exceptional views.

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9.7
Exceptional
101 reviews
Price from
US$138
per night

The studios have fully equipped kitchens with a refrigerator, freezer, microwave, stove top and tea/coffee making facilities. Guests can enjoy uninterrupted, panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and Nugget Point Lighthouse from the privacy of their unit or relax in their private, therapeutic, double spa bath. This property was excellent - super clean, comfy bed and exceptional views from the property.

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9.3
Superb
185 reviews
Price from
US$198
per night

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