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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. Lovely little bed & breakfast in a beautiful and quiet location. The rooms are spacious and well designed. Thank you for the provided breakfast!

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9.6
Exceptional
108 reviews
Price from
HUF 56,540
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
541 reviews
Price from
HUF 130,250
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. I like everything. Quite place and i love the design. Staffs are very friendly

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9.5
Exceptional
124 reviews
Price from
HUF 58,715
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. peace and tranquility with fabulous views of the stars just incredible

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9.1
Superb
277 reviews
Price from
HUF 43,765
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. It was one of the most unique and comfortable places we stayed at in New Zealand. Only wish we had more time to spend there.

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9.5
Exceptional
101 reviews
Price from
HUF 54,365
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. Great place. Make sure to book dinner at their cafe, it’s well worth it!

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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. The relaxed feel of the property , spa overlooking the Tasman sea and the sunset.

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9.3
Superb
103 reviews
Price from
HUF 76,110
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 clean unit and they even made up the bed when we were out.

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9.6
Exceptional
137 reviews
Price from
HUF 53,275
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. Great location and very comfortable cottage. Owner very nice and helpful. The cottage has everything you need. Thank you for a nice stay and greetings from Magdalena and Janek from Poland!!!

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9
Superb
515 reviews
Price from
HUF 30,445
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. The place is beautiful, cleanest I've seen & the owners are absolutely fantastic. You could never go wrong with the hot tubs & sauna, its a must stay place & I will certainly be going back.

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9.2
Superb
131 reviews
Price from
HUF 31,965
per night

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