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Centrally located in Akaroa, this motel offers rooms with either a balcony or a patio. It also includes 500MB of free WiFi per day, per room.

Akaroa Criterion Motel is situated opposite Children’s Bay. It is a 16-minute walk from Mt Vernon Akaroa. Our comfortable room had a couch and chair as well as a balcony.

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9.3
Superb
1,039 reviews
Price from
US$135
per night

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. Fantastic views from an upstairs balcony room

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9
Superb
1,479 reviews
Price from
US$107
per night

Arthur's Pass Alpine Motel is located high in New Zealand’s Southern Alps, within Arthur’s Pass Village. Just 300 metres from Arthur’s Pass train Station, it offers free on-site parking and free Wi-Fi access. It was in a quiet spot just outside the village with individual well stocked chalets and very comfortable beds.

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9
Superb
1,147 reviews
Price from
US$87
per night

Aoraki Court Motel is a modern accommodation located in Aoraki Mount Cook National Park. All units feature great views of surrounding mountains and Mount Sefton. There is free on-site parking and free Wi-Fi. Every thing. Check-in/ out process is very easy. Staffs are very nice and helpful. Rooms are clean and functional. Location is not far from center.

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9.2
Superb
1,073 reviews
Price from
US$342
per night

Enjoying beautiful mountain views, Scenic Views Motel provides spacious self-catered units with a patio and full kitchen facilities. Guests can enjoy free unlimited WiFi.

Scenic Views Motel is 1.5 km from Hanmer Springs Golf Course.Towels can be hired for guests going to the Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve, about 400 metres away. Modern up to date interior with spa bath and a view of the countryside

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9.1
Superb
1,081 reviews
Price from
US$100
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.

Tuscana Motor Lodge Christchurch is a 10-minute walk from Christchurch Casino. Christchurch International Airport is a 20-minute drive away. Excellent position. Near central Christchurch

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9
Superb
1,343 reviews
Price from
US$100
per night

Just 400 metres from the award-winning Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve, Alpine Garden Motel offers a terrace with stunning mountain views. Free Wi-Fi and a private patio with garden views is standard in all rooms. Free parking is available on site. Friendly host and excellent location

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9.1
Superb
1,018 reviews
Price from
US$103
per night

The Chalets Motel offers charming self-contained cottages with scenic mountain views. Featuring a DVD library, it is just 600 metres from hot pools and Hanmer Springs’ village centre.

For leisure, mountain biking and rafting trips can be arranged at the tour desk. Other facilities include a garden, barbecue areas and a children’s playground. Great location, friendly staff, comfortable accomodation! Will stay again.

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8.9
Fabulous
1,150 reviews
Price from
US$99
per night

Located in the seaside town of Kaikoura, New Zealand. All rooms feature kitchen facilities including microwave oven, colour TV and telephone. Electric blankets and heating are provided.

This motel’s facilities include a children's playground, barbecue facilities and shared laundry. Free off-street car parking is provided. Broadband internet access is available in the reception area. Friendly staff, nice and quiet location and very clean.

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9
Superb
1,124 reviews
Price from
US$115
per night

Northwood Motor Lodge is a 4-star motel on the edge of Christchurch, only 8km from the airport. The motel offers modern, air-conditioned accommodation with free Wi-Fi.

The motel is located within large grounds and has a great garden. Leisure facilities include a barbecue area, and playground. Super friendly staff. Close to the airport and grocery store. Very clean and comfortable.

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9.4
Superb
1,319 reviews
Price from
US$99
per night

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