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Akaroa Criterion Motel

Akaroa

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...

S
Sandra
From
France
Fantastic location and a room with sea view and balcony .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,038 reviews
Price from
US$134.75
1 night, 2 adults

Panorama Motel

Kaikoura

Wake up to stunning views of the Kaikoura Mountains and the sea at Panorama Motel. Our units are all ensuite and smoke-free.

L
Lettie
From
South Africa
The view was top notch, the unit had everything we needed and was really warm and cozy. We will definitely be back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,476 reviews
Price from
US$123.52
1 night, 2 adults

Arthur's Pass Alpine Motel

Arthur's Pass

Arthur's Pass Alpine Motel is located high in New Zealand’s Southern Alps, within Arthur’s Pass Village.

B
Bogumil
From
Poland
Very good location. Very good stay there. Owners very polite and helpfull. Really i recommend this stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,150 reviews
Price from
US$84.22
1 night, 2 adults

Aoraki Court Motel

Mount Cook Village

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.

H
Hui-Ching
From
Taiwan
Very clean, very comfortable, good location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,070 reviews
Price from
US$239.74
1 night, 2 adults

Hanmer Springs Scenic Views Motel

Hanmer Springs

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.

a
anthony
From
Australia
Modern up to date interior with spa bath and a view of the countryside
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,076 reviews
Price from
US$100.50
1 night, 2 adults

Tuscana Motor Lodge

Christchurch City-Centre, Christchurch

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.

A
Arlene
From
New Zealand
Great value for money, very friendly. Room was nicely decorated.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,337 reviews
Price from
US$99.94
1 night, 2 adults

Alpine Garden Motel

Hanmer Springs

Just 400 metres from the award-winning Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve, Alpine Garden Motel offers a terrace with stunning mountain views.

J
Jared
From
Australia
Quiet, great location. Very kind staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,023 reviews
Price from
US$103.31
1 night, 2 adults

Willowbank Motel

Kaikoura

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.

M
Matti
From
Finland
The host was very helpful and frendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,120 reviews
Price from
US$115.10
1 night, 2 adults

Northwood Motor Lodge

Christchurch

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.

F
Franziska
From
Germany
Absolutely fantastic host. We were picked up from the airport (including children's carseats), and were also offered to drive us to other locations (which we ended up doing). We felt very welcome and it was a great start to our journey!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,323 reviews
Price from
US$98.82
1 night, 2 adults

Alps Motel & Apartments

Twizel

Alps Motel & Apartments provides air-conditioned rooms in Twizel. All rooms feature a kitchenette, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, and a private bathroom.

T
Taoran
From
Australia
Nice staff. And thanks for the free milk
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 481 reviews
Price from
US$179.66
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: US$103.48
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 2,143 reviews
Lovely motel located close to main attractions about 15 minute walk Staff friendly lovely clean units hot showers lots of parking great place to stay. Laundry service available on site too
Guest review by
ROB
Group
Avg. price/night: US$103.31
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 774 reviews
Owners are lovely as usual. My go-to motel when I visit Geraldine. Perfectly situated close to centre of town, quiet and good facilities.
Guest review by
Nicola
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$112.29
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 584 reviews
Perfect location to daily commute to the Mt.Hutt ski fields. Super clean room and very comfy bed. The hosts Warren and Lesley are super friendly and know how to make guests feel right at home. Highly recommend this motel - we stayed 2 nights and everything was just perfect. Thanks for your warm hospitality 😊
Guest review by
Phill
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$124.94
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 277 reviews
Old school motel at its best. Warm, spacious, cosy and great service.
Guest review by
Jeanette
Group
Avg. price/night: US$77.48
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,748 reviews
I loved the view around the motel, it was the most beautiful I have ever seen! I would have stayed longer if I have known :)
Guest review by
Greta_whynot
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$93.20
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,249 reviews
Decent motel with good location, friendly staff
Guest review by
Sakari
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$132.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 444 reviews
it was very value for money, i would recommend this motel to everyone
Guest review by
Vicky
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$148.50
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 328 reviews
From the outside it might look a little rough but the room was actually really nice and super good size with everything you need. Host was super lovely and helpful as we got to the motel late so she'd turned the heat pump on for us. Nice and quiet and I like their sustainability focus. And great location and price.
Guest review by
Cassandra
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$84.22
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,227 reviews
very clean and was comfortable there were excellent facilities in the motel room
Guest review by
Carmen
Group
Avg. price/night: US$104.33
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 391 reviews
This motel was quite a surprise. Everything was new and very very good. It was situated close to the city centre, The staff were very friendly and helpful. there was no problem with parking and it was very good value for money.
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Young couple
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