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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 Bay. It is a 16-minute walk from Mt Vernon Akaroa. Excellent location. Good parking. We were able to walk everywhere.

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9.3
Superb
1,039 reviews
Price from
US$134
per night

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. Fantastic views from an upstairs balcony room

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9
Superb
1,477 reviews
Price from
US$112
per night

Arthur's Pass Alpine Motel is located high in New Zealand’s Southern Alps, within Arthur’s Pass Village. Just 300 metres from Arthur’s Pass train Station, it offers free on-site parking and free Wi-Fi access. Had a wonderful and peaceful stay. Our cabin was cozy and comfortable and had a nice view of the mountains. Would highly recommend. This has been one of our favourite places to stay in NZ.

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9
Superb
1,151 reviews
Price from
US$87
per night

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. There is free on-site parking and free Wi-Fi. We liked the view of our room over Mount Aoraki and the comfort of the room quite big

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9.2
Superb
1,075 reviews
Price from
US$382
per night

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.

Scenic Views Motel is 1.5 km from Hanmer Springs Golf Course.Towels can be hired for guests going to the Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve, about 400 metres away. Very clean, with comfortable beds.

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9.1
Superb
1,078 reviews
Price from
US$93
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.

Tuscana Motor Lodge Christchurch is a 10-minute walk from Christchurch Casino. Christchurch International Airport is a 20-minute drive away. Great value for money, very friendly. Room was nicely decorated.

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9
Superb
1,342 reviews
Price from
US$100
per night

Just 400 metres from the award-winning Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve, Alpine Garden Motel offers a terrace with stunning mountain views. Free Wi-Fi and a private patio with garden views is standard in all rooms. Free parking is available on site. Friendly host and excellent location

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9.1
Superb
1,019 reviews
Price from
US$103
per night

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.

This motel’s facilities include a children's playground, barbecue facilities and shared laundry. Free off-street car parking is provided. Broadband internet access is available in the reception area. Modern fully equipped kitchen, warm, own terrace with cool chairs and table, comfortable bed and modern bathroom. Everything was exceptionally clean and we enjoyed our stay so much!!

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9
Superb
1,125 reviews
Price from
US$115
per night

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.

The motel is located within large grounds and has a great garden. Leisure facilities include a barbecue area, and playground. good location and very nice owner, Peter and Tessa!

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9.4
Superb
1,321 reviews
Price from
US$98
per night

At the motel every room is equipped with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchenette, a dining area and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a shower and a hairdryer. Every room comes with a kettle, while selected rooms include a patio and others also provide guests with mountain views. All units will provide guests with a fridge. Close to town, but not in busy area, beautiful views, excellent bar and restaurant.

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9.1
Superb
187 reviews
Price from
US$98
per night

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