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Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort
4.5 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (3,259 reviews)
"Location, staff and room was amazing "
Australia
Gino
The price is NZ$432
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Peppers Bluewater Resort

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,405 reviews)
"Location !! Comfy bed, friendly staff "
Australia
Philip
The price is NZ$323
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,463 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff"
Australia
Kenya
The price is NZ$320
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown

Oaks Queenstown Shores Resort

Oaks Queenstown Shores Resort
4.5 star property
Queenstown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,454 reviews)
"Excellent property with responsive staff at a great location."
United States
Kostya
The price is NZ$379
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Oaks Queenstown Shores Resort

Highview Apartments

Highview Apartments
3.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (608 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay; well-appointed and located a comfortable walk away from the business district "
Australia
Kevin
The price is NZ$333
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Highview Apartments

Central Chalets

Central Chalets
3.0 star property
Alexandra
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (169 reviews)
"Beautiful rooms, extra blankets, super friendly and helpful hosts, all in a gorgeous orchard setting."
Australia
Sabina
The price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Central Chalets

Marsden Lake Resort Central Otago

Marsden Lake Resort Central Otago
5.0 star property
Mount Pisa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,022 reviews)
"Fantastic stay."
United Kingdom
Julie
The price is NZ$243
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Marsden Lake Resort Central Otago

Quest Queenstown

Quest Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (448 reviews)
"Clean, quiet and secure. Great food nearby."
United States
BONNIE
The price is NZ$319
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Quest Queenstown

Skyrim Lodge

Skyrim Lodge
3.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (303 reviews)
"Clean room and very helpful staff. Location is excellent t "
United States
Akshay
The price is NZ$400
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Skyrim Lodge

Milford Road Apartments

Milford Road Apartments
2.0 star property
Te Anau
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is NZ$368
includes taxes & fees
31 Jan - 1 Feb
Milford Road Apartments

Central Park Apartments

Central Park Apartments
4.5 star property
Cromwell
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (183 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay."
Australia
Trent
The price is NZ$238
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Central Park Apartments

Wyndham Garden Remarkables Park Queenstown

Wyndham Garden Remarkables Park Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (879 reviews)
"The reception staff were very friendly efficient & helpful.A great stay"
Australia
Ataur
The price is NZ$255
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Wyndham Garden Remarkables Park Queenstown

Hanmer Glamping

Hanmer Glamping
3.5 star property
Hanmer Springs
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Great location "
Australia
sharn
The price is NZ$375
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Hanmer Glamping

315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments

315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments
3.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (804 reviews)
"Lovely stay as always! Nicely located for casual walks around town"
Australia
LAWRENCE
The price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5.0 star property
The Wood
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,394 reviews)
"Beautiful room - clean, quiet and modern. Great location."
Australia
Belle
The price is NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

Mantra Lake Tekapo

Mantra Lake Tekapo
4.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (688 reviews)
"Clean rooms, located within walking distance from lake and church. Pool anf spa were relaxing ."
Australia
Nisrine
The price is NZ$621
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Mantra Lake Tekapo

Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts

Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts
4.0 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (811 reviews)
"The accommodation was excellent, beautiful, well-maintained, and fully met all of our needs."
United Kingdom
Pasu
The price is NZ$419
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts

Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (473 reviews)
"Strongly recommend this hotel in the centre of Nelson right downtown with lots of restaurants in walking distance. Staff was extremely friendly. Rooms are large and clean. "
Canada
Ian
The price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Quest Nelson

Akaroa Village Inn

Akaroa Village Inn
3.0 star property
Akaroa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (134 reviews)
"Huge apartment, very tidy and super comfortable. Amazing spot, right across the road from the harbour. Outdoor space a rwql added bonus. Excellent views and shops, cafes etc just steps away. Lovely staff at check in / check out. Yummy ice cream also in reception area. We would stay here again in a heartbeat. "
Australia
Lisa
The price is NZ$279
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Akaroa Village Inn

Longbourne Lodge

Longbourne Lodge
4.0 star property
Mosgiel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (264 reviews)
"Check/in easy - staff very helpful. Lovely clean accommodation in a beautiful setting. Awesome to allow my dog to stay - thank you "
Australia
Sandra
The price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Longbourne Lodge
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