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Kawau Lodge Boutique Resort

Kawau Island

Every room is fitted with a private bathroom with free toiletries, while some rooms will provide you with a terrace and others also provide guests with sea views. At the inn all rooms have bed linen and towels. Perfect stay. Clean, well equipped and amazing location. Just be aware that there is no restaurant or supermarket. Bring your food

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9.3
Superb
33 reviews
Price from
£217
per night

Chalet Romantica 4 stars

Paihia

Located in the heart of Paihia, Chalet Romantica offers apartment like accomodation. This property features a heated indoor pool and a hot tub. All rooms offer views of the ocean or the hills of Paihia. Wi-Fi internet and parking are provided free of charge. The property provides a complimentary breakfast basket for the first morning of your stay. The location is amasing. The lady who welcomed us and looked after us throughout our stay was really lovely. Available and remarkably kind. The bedding, the kitchen, the balcony and the breathtaking view make this a unique place. I recommend this place for a romantic getaway. We were on the top floor, which I highly recommend. A most romantic place.

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9.7
Exceptional
57 reviews
Price from
£190
per night

Quality Inn Acapulco Taupo 4 stars

Taupo

Just 2 minutes’ walk from Lake Taupo, Acapulco Motor Inn offers air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen satellite TV and a DVD player. It features a hot tub and a barbecue area with outdoor seating. Free parking is available on site. We appreciated that our heat pump was turned on before our arrival. The spa bath was lovely and I appreciated the natural bath products. The cooked breakfast was well presented and delicious. We were given a free newspaper. Reception staff were friendly and helpful.

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8.2
Very good
2,035 reviews
Price from
£73
per night

National Park Alpine Lodge

National Park

Built in 1912 and offering budget, backpacker-style accommodation in a charming historic building, National Park Alpine Lodge features free WiFi in communal areas and both Netflix and satellite channels in the shared lounge area. It is located in National Park Village, 25 km from Mount Ruapehu. Free private parking is available on site. Rooms were tidy. Joy was very friendly and helpful. 10/10 recommended.

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8.1
Very good
749 reviews
Price from
£25
per night

Mangawhai Lodge 4 stars

Mangawhai

Offering free WiFi and free parking, Mangawhai Lodge is located at Mangawhai Heads, halfway between Auckland Airport and the Bay of Islands. Accommodation options include B&B rooms and self-contained apartments. Some rooms feature a balcony offering sea views. Amazing hospitality from the owner, Jeanette. The Beachcomber room was well appointed and had spectacular views across to Mangawhai beach. We would return just for Jeanette's cooked breakfast!

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8.8
Fabulous
228 reviews
Price from
£111
per night

Roadside Motel

Waiouru

Situated in Waiouru, 45 km from Turoa, Roadside Motel features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The inn has family rooms.

All rooms at the inn are fitted with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a shower. At Roadside Motel the rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. It was clean and spacious, liked the kitchen and bathroom. Although old it was warm.

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7.3
Good
322 reviews
Price from
£53
per night

The Cave Motel

Levin

Situated in Levin, Ploughman Motel offers free WiFi and off street parking. Rooms feature a kitchenette or full kitchen, a dining area and a private bathroom with shower. All rooms are fitted with a balcony or covered terrace. Got what we paid for.Basic but suited our budjet

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6.2
Review score
566 reviews
Price from
£63
per night

The Greytown Hotel

Greytown

Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, The Greytown Hotel offers accommodation in an historic building, which has been licensed since 1860. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free private parking is available on site. Staff were brilliant and friendly Nice clean and tidy room and bathroom Perfect place for a short stay

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7.9
Good
442 reviews
Price from
£48
per night

Horse and Jockey Inn

Matamata

Located in central Matamata, 20 minutes' drive from the Hobbiton movie set, Horse and Jockey Inn offers 50 MB of free Wi-Fi. The on-site family restaurant includes a range of gluten-free and vegetarian options. It’s a nice location, there is a countdown across the road.

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6.3
Review score
447 reviews
Price from
£58
per night

Leigh Sawmill Accomodation

Leigh

Located in Leigh, 1.8 km from Mathesons Bay Beach, Leigh Sawmill Accomodation provides accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. Each room comes with a balcony.

At the inn, all rooms come with a terrace. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge.

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10
Exceptional
1 reviews
Price from
£98
per night

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