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Situated within the grounds of the impressive Larnach Castle, surrounded by stunning gardens, you'll find Larnach Lodge and Stables stay.

Larnach Lodge offers individually-decorated rooms, with ensuite bathrooms and panoramic views of Otago harbour and the Otago Peninsula. The Stables stay is our budget-friendly option in our original historic Stables building. These rooms have shared bathroom facilities. Our booking needed to be changed due to unforeseen circumstances. We were thoroughly impressed with the extremely professional manner in which this was handled. Our up-grade meant we were treated to an absolutely memorable stay.

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9.1
Superb
1,433 reviews
Price from
US$113
per night

Offering free WiFi and garden views, Robbies Hut is an accommodation located in Greymouth. Set 5.4 km from Greymouth Railway Station, the property offers a garden and free private parking.

The lodge has a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are offered in the lodge.

A sun terrace is available for guests to use at the lodge. New. Very clean. Well appointed. Comfortable room and bed. Great shower. Directions were perfect. Feeding the sheep was a blast.

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9.5
Exceptional
122 reviews
Price from
US$83
per night

Located in Hanmer Springs in the Canterbury region, Hanmer High Country Views provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

Each unit comes with a terrace offering mountain views, a flat-screen TV, a well-fitted kitchenette and a private bathroom with shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. A fridge and toaster are also featured, as well as a kettle.

Guests at the lodge can enjoy a continental breakfast. Stunning high quality accomodation with the most stunning views. Incredibly comfortable. Excellent continental breakfast. Great location in peaceful surroundings with easy access to Hanmer town centre. Breakfast on the veranda looking at the mountains will stay with us for a long time.

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9.5
Exceptional
139 reviews
Price from
US$145
per night

With mountain views, Milford Sound Lodge is located in Milford Sound and has a restaurant, room service, bar and garden. The lodge features both WiFi and private parking free of charge.

Milford Sound Lodge offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a hairdryer and shower. Some units include a balcony and/or a patio with river views. the suroundings were exceptional, arge room with beautiful interior.. i love it so much

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9.4
Superb
559 reviews
Price from
US$665
per night

With mountain views, Benger Garden Chalets is located in Millers Flat and has a restaurant, room service, snack bar, garden, terrace and barbecue. Both WiFi and private parking are available at the lodge free of charge. The room was amazing and the staff were all helpful and friendly. The Cafe onsite was a surprise and had amazing food that was priced good and busy with travelers stopping in regularly We would stop here if we were down that way again and if they had a room available we would definitely stay again.

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9.5
Exceptional
135 reviews
Price from
US$153
per night

Featuring a garden, a terrace, and barbecue facilities, Vineyard Cottage in Blenheim on the Golden Mile offers accommodation in Blenheim with free WiFi and garden views. Boasting free private parking, the lodge is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking, fishing and cycling. Cosy house, absolutely immaculate and in a great location.

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9.9
Exceptional
103 reviews
Price from
US$165
per night

With Greymouth Railway Station reachable in 26 km, Awatuna Sunset Lodge offers accommodation, a restaurant, a garden, a private beach area and a shared lounge. Both WiFi and private parking are available at the lodge free of charge. This property is outstanding. Fabulous hosts and food. Awesome ocean view. Meticulously clean. Loved the outdoor space on semi-private deck. Quiet and simple elegance with wonderful amenities.

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9.9
Exceptional
112 reviews
Price from
US$321
per night

Set in Kaikoura in the Canterbury region, with Kaikoura Beach nearby, Lemon Tree Lodge offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking.

The lodge offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a hairdryer and shower. A fridge is also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. Location and view. So many nice touches and a fab breakfast

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9.1
Superb
117 reviews
Price from
US$214
per night

The lodge provides guests with a balcony, mountain views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a microwave, and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. A stovetop and toaster are also offered, as well as a kettle. this is an absolutely beautiful place, especially in clear nights (look up!)

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9
Superb
298 reviews
Price from
US$166
per night

Offering mountain views, Pukaki Air Lodge in Twizel offers accommodation, barbecue facilities, a terrace and a shared lounge. Complimentary WiFi is available.

Lake Tekapo is 55 km from the lodge, while Glentanner is 41 km away. The location within the Pukaki Airfield is awesome. Gorgeous views of Mt Cook and surrounding mountains. Very quiet. Scenic flight oprion right at the doorstep. Very friendly staff. Communal kitchen and guest lounge and outside seating area, all excellent and a great opportunity to meet fellow travellers. Spacious rooms with beautifully appointed decor and large bathroom/ shower. Highly recommend this accommodation

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9.6
Exceptional
223 reviews
Price from
US$203
per night

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