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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. Great room. Great property. Great location.

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9
Superb
1,486 reviews
Price from
US$110
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. Great value for money, very friendly. Room was nicely decorated.

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9
Superb
1,334 reviews
Price from
US$103
per night

Set in Dunedin and with Taieri Gorge Railway reachable within 1.5 km, Manor on the Park Backpackers offers express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. Popular points of interest nearby include Dunedin Casino, NZSG Dunedin Research and Dunedin Public Art Gallery. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests. Very well run. Clean and well keep. Very comfortable. Great kitchen. People are the nicest all the time.

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9
Superb
125 reviews
Price from
US$20
per night

Situated in Christchurch in the Canterbury region, Chic Private Studio 5 mins from Airport and shops features a patio. The air-conditioned accommodation is 6.5 km from Canterbury Museum, and guests can benefit from on-site private parking and complimentary WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 6.9 km from Christchurch Art Gallery. Located about 5KM drive from Christchurch Aiport. Well connected by Bus too from Airport. The studio is just a 30 second walk from the Bus Stop: Harewood Rd near Cotswold Ave . Studio was fantastic with all the Amenities. A well equipped kitchen and a very clean room. Lots of outdoor space and a pretty garden. Liz was very courteous and ensured we had a great stay at the Studio

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9.1
Superb
104 reviews
Price from
US$76
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. Great experience, love the fireplace, the stargazing.

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9.3
Superb
148 reviews
Price from
US$430
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. EVERYTHING! PERFECT really. The first accommodation that makes me feel at home. Every detail was considered and well established.

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9.5
Exceptional
247 reviews
Price from
US$103
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
133 reviews
Price from
US$94
per night

Right in the heart of Christchurch, situated within a short distance of Christchurch Art Gallery and Canterbury Museum, A touch of Luxury in Chch CBD offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a microwave and kettle. The property features garden and city views, and is 4.1 km from Christchurch Railway Station. The property is non-smoking and is located 3.8 km from Hagley Park. Great location. Very modern facilities. Our teenagers loved the dartboard in the loungeroom!

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9
Superb
104 reviews
Price from
US$107
per night

Offering a garden and river view, Top of the world studio nestled in the rock is located in Queensberry, 24 km from The Wanaka Tree and 38 km from Central Otago District Council. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 20 km from Puzzling World. The views were amazing and the hosts were lovely

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9.6
Exceptional
170 reviews
Price from
US$95
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. The view and facilities were great

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9.7
Exceptional
228 reviews
Price from
US$92
per night

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