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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. 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$430
per night

Situated in Wanaka and only 2.5 km from Puzzling World, Marina Terrace Apartments, Wanaka features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property has lake views and is 2.2 km from The Wanaka Tree and 36 km from Cardrona. During your stay at this apartment, you can make use of an indoor pool, as well as a selection of a spa centre and a lift. Best accommodation in my whole trip in New Zealand. Clean, modern with everything we need. Laundry room is perfect. We also enjoyed the indoor pool and spa pool.

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9.2
Superb
308 reviews
Price from
US$222
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. The views are stunning - overall a fabulous setting.

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9.4
Superb
167 reviews
Price from
US$187
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. Apartment 2 is a spacious 2 bedroom unit, each bedroom having its own bathroom. It's well equipped and has been thoughtfully furnished with antique furniture.

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9.6
Exceptional
421 reviews
Price from
US$228
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 breakfast was amazing, service was excellent and the set menu New Year’s Eve dinner was delicious

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9.2
Superb
174 reviews
Price from
US$400
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. Very nicely updated, the kitchenette was fully stocked with everything you need to cook and make a nice French press in the morning!

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9.3
Superb
363 reviews
Price from
US$110
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. Best stay and nights sleep of the trip. The place is spotless and. Rey comfortable. Shower was awesome and air conditioner made the sleep so much better. Thank you

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9.5
Exceptional
183 reviews
Price from
US$107
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. Owners have created a friendly 'spa' atmosphere that is very welcoming, and a great respite from the twisty drives out to Takaka.

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9.7
Exceptional
343 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. Andre and Daniella were exceptional hosts! Their wealth of knowledge about the area was Extensive. The breakfasts were out of this world as they had owned their own restaurant for 30 years. They made us feel pampered and at home. You do need a car as their property is a few miles out of Queenstown.

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9.8
Exceptional
102 reviews
Price from
US$190
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. Amazing view of the ocean and the surfers. The heated beds were helpful to make sleep very cozy.

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9.3
Superb
185 reviews
Price from
US$196
per night

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