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Hanmer High Country Views

Hanmer Springs

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.

A continental breakfast is available daily at the lodge. We liked being out of town in peaceful countryside . There were enormous sliding windows opening on to a terrace with outdoor furniture. The view from the accommodation was a magnificent range of mountains.

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9.6
Exceptional
108 reviews
Price from
£125
per night

Milford Sound Lodge

Milford Sound

With mountain views, Milford Sound Lodge is located in Milford Sound and has a restaurant, room service, bar and garden. Both WiFi and private parking are available at the lodge 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. Beautiful location! So dreamy!

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9.3
Superb
534 reviews
Price from
£288
per night

Benger Garden Chalets

Millers Flat

With mountain views, Benger Garden Chalets is located in Millers Flat and has a restaurant, room service, snack bar, garden, terrace and barbecue. The lodge features both WiFi and private parking free of charge. Most comfortable sleep since leaving home. Super supportive but not hard beds . Real quilt not poly, giving warmth and weight. Chalet is fitted for wheelchair access, so bathroom was a spacious well fitted room with a curtained shower area, good water pressure. Whole property was spotlessly clean. Fitted with smaĺl kitchenette which we didn't use, so can't comment on it. Welcoming hosts. Breakfast included in the Cafe next door meant full choice from menu and real coffee. Parking right at door.

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9.5
Exceptional
124 reviews
Price from
£130
per night

Alpine Escape

Franz Josef

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. There is also a stovetop, toaster and a kettle. great location for morning and evening views of mountains, had all necessary amenities, short drive into Franz Joseph town

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9
Superb
277 reviews
Price from
£97
per night

Pukaki Air Lodge

Twizel

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. An excellent location, especially for aviation enthusiasts! The room was spacious and clean and facilities excellent. Would highly recommend.

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9.5
Exceptional
100 reviews
Price from
£120
per night

The Cliffs Seaside Lodge

Tuatapere

Situated in Tuatapere Southland, Papatotara, The Cliffs Seaside Lodge provides accommodation a walkway with direct access to the beach.

The lodge offers a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a hair dryer and shower. Some rooms have a walk-in shower and a free-standing bath. A terrace with both sea and mountain views is offered in all units. Gorgeous hotel with incredible views. Exceptional service and friendly staff the food was outstanding I only wish I stayed longer.

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9.5
Exceptional
127 reviews

Tasman Sea Retreat 5 stars

Punakaiki

The lodge provides guests with a terrace, sea views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. A microwave, a stovetop and toaster are also provided, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. Amazing tranquillity, fabulous views and a comfortable space. Very well equipped.

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9.3
Superb
106 reviews
Price from
£168
per night

Abel Tasman Lodge 4 stars

Marahau

Situated in Marahau, 38 km from Nelson, Abel Tasman Lodge features a hot tub and sauna. Abel Tasman National Park is within a 5-minute walk from the property. Free unlimited WiFi as well as free off-road parking is available. beautiful setting, spacious room, good shower, comfortable bed, helpful reception.

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9.6
Exceptional
139 reviews
Price from
£118
per night

Eden's Edge Lodge

Motueka

Set 2.5 km from Tapu Bay Beach, Eden's Edge Lodge offers accommodation with a shared lounge, a garden and a shared kitchen for your convenience. Both WiFi and private parking are accessible at the lodge free of charge. The resort was just amazing. The breakfast included eggs, pastry and bread which was provided with the complete kitchen (shared) with the other guests. They provided milk, coffee and tea also with the very delicious homemade jams.

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9
Superb
515 reviews
Price from
£67
per night

The Ghost Lodge

Granity

At The Ghost Lodge, 2 sets of French doors open out to a sunny deck that has sea views and a spa pool. Downstairs, you will find a fully equipped galley kitchen with a stove top, electric oven, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher and coffee maker. Great host! The lodge is very clean and the decor interesting. We heard the waves crashing all night. Simon built us a fire overlooking the ocean as the sun was setting. Magical!

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9.2
Superb
131 reviews
Price from
£71
per night

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