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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. good location. nice view. Clean environment. Recommended. easy check in and staff was friendly. great stay.

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9
Superb
1,473 reviews
Price from
US$122
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. A great stay in a roomy, very clean and well-equipped unit. Mark and Vivienne were very helpful, friendly and keen for us to enjoy their city… thankyou! Would definitely recommend to other travellers.

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9
Superb
1,337 reviews
Price from
US$101
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. Property was spacious, homely and clean. Conveniently located near the airport and there were plenty of amenities. Liz was very generous and even let us borrow her charger.

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9.1
Superb
100 reviews
Price from
US$63
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. This property was stunning. We used it as a base for snowboarding Ohau and treble cone. The fireplace & hot tub were a massive hit for us after the hill. Star gazing was also impeccable from the back yard! We also checked out the lake nearby (recommended from the host in their welcome book) and had a quick cold water plunge. Whole experience was excellent. Comfy beds. We will be back.

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9.3
Superb
142 reviews
Price from
US$423
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. The hosts warm welcome and his generous upgrade to the parsonage home for groups.

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9.5
Exceptional
240 reviews
Price from
US$102
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
130 reviews
Price from
US$92
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. Lovely modern house with great facilities. Very comfortable, and thoughtfully equipped. Location was excellent- lots of bars and restaurants very close by and just a short walk to the city centre. We were delighted.

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9
Superb
102 reviews
Price from
US$138
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. Amazing location with stunning view. Wonderful hosts with two beautiful, friendly dogs.

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9.6
Exceptional
163 reviews
Price from
US$94
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. Beautiful location - wish we had more time to take ferry and stay a while. Drive to get there beautiful -

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9.7
Exceptional
222 reviews
Price from
US$107
per night

Situated in Nelson, 7.4 km from Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson, Maitai Whare Iti - Adventure Cabins & House features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Featuring barbecue facilities, the property is located within 8 km of Trafalgar Park. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are available. Lush surroundings: the tiny cabins are set back into the forest. You sleep in total darkness and quiet. You awaken to bird song. There’s a hike right from the cabin, and owner Mark is full of good advice of 1,000 other things to do in the region. It’s a relaxed place with a shared kitchen kept neat and tidy and well-equipped. We were there as a couple and enjoyed meeting other travellers, but the place can also be booked for big groups which would be excellent for mountain biking enthusiasts and others. The climb up to the platform bed is pretty steep but the bed was cozy and firm and comfortable.

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9.2
Superb
194 reviews
Price from
US$113
per night

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