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Set within 3.7 km of Central Otago District Council and 34 km of Kawarau Suspension Bridge, Harvest Park Studios Accommodation provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Cromwell. With inner courtyard views, this accommodation features a patio. The aparthotel also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. High standards. well oqupied kitchen. quite area. everything is new.

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9.3
Superb
1,206 reviews
Price from
US$102
per night

Located in Dunedin, near Otago Museum, Taieri Gorge Railway and Forsyth Barr Stadium, Sahara Guest House has a shared lounge. This guest house provides free private parking, private check-in and check-out and free WiFi. The guest house features family rooms. We really enjoyed our stay in Sahara. It’s a beautiful Victoria building with lots of care and maintenance. The location is great and connects to the city centre. Love the breakfast and tranquility of the neighborhood!

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Superb
1,011 reviews
Price from
US$68
per night

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. Absolutely fantastic accommodation and the managers Poppy and Bruce at the absolute BEST! We can't wait to return!

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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. Great location! The design of the place was one of the best we have seen in NZ. The playground and common area were right at the center, very comfortable and kids friendly. Would definitely recommend!

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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
1,235 reviews
Price from
US$119
per night

Set in a quiet tree lined location, Golden Leaf Apartments is a 5-minute walk from the city centre and a range of cafes and bars. The Classic Motorcycle Mecca is 1 km away while Bill Richardson Transport World is 3 km from the property. Free WiFi is available. Nice and clean. Very friendly host.

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9.1
Superb
1,333 reviews
Price from
US$108
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.

All apartments are within 2 minutes' walk of Picton Village, local cafes, restaurants, and the Marina. The ferry and train terminals are 5 minutes' walk away. This is truly a stunning place! The location could not be better. We were laying in bed at night watching the ferries come and go. Early in the morning we just hopped down the elevator to go get a coffee from one of the many coffee shops downstairs. After a lovely dinner (also just downstairs at one of the restaurants) we took a stroll down the marina. Everything is within easy walking distance. The view from the unit is stunning and exactly as pictured. The unit is super clean, modern and comfortable. The couches in the lounge were very comfortable and could fit our family of four easily and comfortably. The two fully equipped bathrooms were so convenient having two teenagers with us. Directions and check in instructions were clear and easy to follow. We will definitely book this unit again when in Picton. This was definitely one of the best, if not THE best place we've ever stayed in. Everything you could possibly need, were provided -from a box of tissues in the bathroom, to a hair straightener! Thank you for making our visit to beautiful Picton just perfect.

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9.3
Superb
1,397 reviews
Price from
US$171
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

Delorenzo Studio Apartments offers a heated outdoor pool, on-site parking and free Wi-Fi access. Studios come with a kitchenette, laundry facilities and a private bathroom. Some apartments feature a spa bath. The unit was clean and comfortable. After several days of hiking, we needed the washer and dryer and it was great to have the right in the unit. Also loved the Nespresso coffee maker and little balcony.

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9.2
Superb
1,774 reviews
Price from
US$107
per night

Set in Akaroa in the Canterbury region, Waterscape Apartment features a patio. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 300 metres from Akaroa Beach. Great location and view. Apartment was everything promised.

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9.3
Superb
118 reviews
Price from
US$134
per night

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