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Ideally situated in Christchurch, The Observatory Hotel Christchurch features a buffet breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service. Private parking is available on site. Everything at this place is amazing. Luxurious beddings and furniture! Loved everything about the hotel

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9
Superb
1,411 reviews
Price from
US$170
per night

Situated in Christchurch, 1 km from Canterbury Museum, The Mayfair features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a restaurant and a bar. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is 1.2 km from the city centre and less than 1 km from Christchurch Art Gallery. Wow what a nice hotel. It truly feels and looks like a 5 star hotel. It was super clean and the rooms were quiet which made it feel like I was at home in my own comfort. There is a restaurant at the bottom and I highly recommend it. The chef is French and it honestly shows in the passion he puts in each plate. Great place overall

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9.1
Superb
1,410 reviews
Price from
US$193
per night

Situated in Christchurch, 700 metres from Christchurch Art Gallery, Sudima Christchurch City features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is less than 1 km from Canterbury Museum, and within 900 metres of the city centre. The room was very modern and clean and the kitchenette was great. This was one of our favorite places we stayed during our trip in New Zealand.

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9
Superb
1,294 reviews
Price from
US$183
per night

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough offers luxury self-contained suites with free Wi-Fi. Guests can cool off in the outdoor swimming pool or relax by the pool with a drink from the bar.

All rooms have a 42-inch flat-screen TV. Great rooms, very big and comfortable bed

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9
Superb
2,198 reviews
Price from
US$89
per night

Set in Hanmer Springs, Oakview offers 5-star accommodation with a garden. The hotel also offers free WiFi and free private parking.

At the hotel, all rooms include a wardrobe and a patio with a mountain view. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, all guest rooms at Oakview have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms also offer a terrace. The units will provide guests with a fridge. Gorgeous room and facilities, couldn't ask for better

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9.8
Exceptional
130 reviews
Price from
US$256
per night

14th Lane Urban Hotel is set in Blenheim. This 5-star hotel offers a concierge service and free WiFi. Staff on site can arrange a shuttle service.

The units at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All rooms are equipped with a coffee machine, while selected rooms here will provide you with a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Everything. The property is clean with detail to everything. There is a nepresso machine in the room, water. The room is large, light and airy. The light switches were placed in the perfect place and east to use as was the shower. Very well designed and functional.

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9.5
Exceptional
282 reviews
Price from
US$235
per night

In a prime location in the centre of Christchurch, Hotel Montreal offers free WiFi, a restaurant and free private parking for guests who drive. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Certain units at the property feature a balcony with a city view. Everything about our stay was lovely! The staff were all very welcoming and nice. The room was great, really clean, spacious and super comfy. We ate at the restaurant and the food was delicious. We wished we could have stayed longer. If we make it back to Christchurch, we will stay here again!

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9.1
Superb
278 reviews
Price from
US$255
per night

Set in Dunedin, 1 km from Taieri Gorge Railway, Ebb-Dunedin offers accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a garden and a terrace. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a concierge service and free WiFi. Guests can use the sauna, or enjoy city views. Very relaxing and immaculate.

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9.3
Superb
896 reviews
Price from
US$141
per night

Located at the heart of the Central Otago wine region and just a 20-minute drive from Queenstown Airport, Gibbston Valley Lodge and Spa offers luxury accommodation, 5-star personal service, an on-site restaurant and a Day spa. The 24 private villas feature views over the organic vineyards and the mountains of Gibbston. The property itself was lovely, tranquil, and romantic. Rooms were super clean and comfy. The food at the lodge restaurant was excellent. The staff members (all of them) were truly exceptional. Welcoming, kind, and thoughtful people. The evening wine tasting was superb. Our host was engaging and very knowledgeable about all of the wines from the region. She made us feel welcome.

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9.3
Superb
156 reviews
Price from
US$477
per night

Melody is a 5-star property located in Gore. The hotel also provides free WiFi and free private parking.

Guest rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, fridge, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. All units at the hotel come with a private bathroom and bed linen. Very friendly staff, clean room and bathroom

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9.3
Superb
333 reviews
Price from
US$102
per night

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