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Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments provides beachfront accommodation in Kaikoura. The property features sea and mountain views, and is 200 metres from Kaikoura Beach. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. We were a bit troubled by the road closure, but the staff kindly helped us with alternative route suggestions and other concerns. They were patient and very pleasant throughout — much appreciated!

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9.1
Superb
1,670 reviews
Price from
US$132
per night

Located in Hokitika, 1.5 km from Hokitika Beach, Hokitika's Kiwi Holiday Park and Motels has a garden, parking on-site and rooms with free WiFi access. This 4-star holiday park offers a shared kitchen and luggage storage space. The holiday park features family rooms as well as facilities for disabled guests. spacious, clean, awesome facilities

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9.3
Superb
1,091 reviews
Price from
US$62
per night

Featuring quiet street views, Amberlea Cottages features accommodation with balcony, around 1.1 km from Hokitika Beach. There is a private entrance at the holiday home for the convenience of those who stay. The holiday home offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. We had a self contained cottage/cabin which was, clean, well kept, with good amenities. First class!

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9.4
Superb
1,232 reviews
Price from
US$119
per night

Offering studio rooms for 1 or 2 people and family rooms for up to 6 people, this property includes rooms with cooking facilities and ensuite bathrooms. Free parking is available on-site.

Located in a quiet, rural setting your motel room is a couple of minutes walk through the sand dunes to the majestic Haast Beach, a wonderful place to watch the sun setting over the Tasman Ocean. Right next to the beach with a private path to the beach. Owner was very knowledgeable about local conditions and so helpful. Apartment with 2 bedrooms upstairs had well equipped kitchen, good beds, good heating.

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9
Superb
1,173 reviews
Price from
US$126
per night

Picton Waterfront Apartments offer spacious, modern, self-contained accommodation in the heart of Picton. Each apartment boasts a private balcony with stunning views of Picton Harbour, Marina and the famous Marlborough Sounds. Fantastic view of the harbour, Great food downstairs and a great location. Thank you

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9.3
Superb
1,396 reviews
Price from
US$171
per night

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. The room was perfect with a nice sea view balcony. The location was very good, half a minute to the sea and the restaurants and supermarket. The staff were very nice and kind.

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9.3
Superb
1,036 reviews
Price from
US$136
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. Just good old down to earth folk

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9
Superb
1,471 reviews
Price from
US$122
per night

Offering full access to park facilities, Timaru TOP 10 Holiday Park provides bright accommodation with balcony, toaster and electric kettle. Highfield Golf Course is a 3-minute drive away.

Timaru TOP 10 Park is a 6-minute drive from Caroline Bay Park and Aorangi Park. Centennial Park is an 11-minute drive away. Laundry area and kitchen Also the ensuite bathroom

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9
Superb
1,054 reviews
Price from
US$63
per night

Located opposite Pacific Ocean Beach, The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura offers free WiFi. Some apartments offer mountain views and/or views of the golf course.. All accommodation features satellite TV and electric blankets. Incredible apartments, absolutely loved it here and highly recommend it.

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9.1
Superb
1,114 reviews
Price from
US$122
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. Either new or freshly renovated property. Super clean and great facilities.

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9
Superb
1,126 reviews
Price from
US$105
per night

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