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1. Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort
4.5 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (3,395 reviews)
"The staff were very friendly and helpful we would definitely stay there again"
United Kingdom
Sophie
The price is AU$269
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Peppers Bluewater Resort

2. Punga Grove

Punga Grove
3.0 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (285 reviews)
"Perfect location, spacious clean rooms and good facilities. Friendly and helpful staff."
United Kingdom
David
The price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Punga Grove

3. Lake Resort by Marsden

Lake Resort by Marsden
5.0 star property
Mount Pisa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,111 reviews)
"Wonderful stay of five nights! Awesome rooms, superb location, next level breakfasts, staff so friendly & accomodating! 4 mins to Cromwell & so close to all the other amazing places - Clyde, Bannockburn, Wanaka, Queenstown, Alexandra & lots of either quaint places. Will definitely be back!!!"
Australia
hamish
The price is AU$197
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Lake Resort by Marsden

4. Avalon Manor Motel

Avalon Manor Motel
4.0 star property
Motueka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (223 reviews)
"Fantastic friendly host, lovely room, a great place to stay!"
Australia
Iain
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Avalon Manor Motel

5. The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (424 reviews)
"The room was excellent. Staff were very friendly and helpful"
Australia
ANNETTE
The price is AU$157
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

6. Quest Queenstown

Quest Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (511 reviews)
"Nice and clean room with wonderful amenities. Very friendly staff."
Australia
Ranveer
The price is AU$170
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Quest Queenstown

7. Mantra Lake Tekapo

Mantra Lake Tekapo
4.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (719 reviews)
"Nice clean rooms and kitchen great location"
United States
HARDIK
The price is AU$301
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Mantra Lake Tekapo

8. Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
3.5 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (785 reviews)
"Location great beds cleanliness parking Thank you"
Australia
maureen
The price is AU$208
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Alpine Motel

9. Central Chalets

Central Chalets
3.0 star property
Alexandra
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (197 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay with the family. Comfortable chalet. The spa pool was a bonus!"
Australia
Simon
The price is AU$148
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Central Chalets

10. Akaroa Village Inn

Akaroa Village Inn
3.0 star property
Akaroa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (156 reviews)
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Australia
Beau
The price is AU$130
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Akaroa Village Inn

11. Highview Apartments

Highview Apartments
3.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (693 reviews)
"The views from the Lake View Apartments were phenomenal. Very clean and cosy."
Australia
Kim
The price is AU$145
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Highview Apartments

12. Central Park Apartments

Central Park Apartments
4.5 star property
Cromwell
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (210 reviews)
"Our room was clean and so far the most easiest check in ever. We had booked the place for a couple of nights and it did not disappoint"
Australia
Abdul Mozil
The price is AU$177
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Central Park Apartments

13. La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,639 reviews)
"Great staff, great location, great times."
Canada
MohammadJavad
The price is AU$185
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

14. The Wheelhouse Inn

The Wheelhouse Inn
3.5 star property
Britannia Heights
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (238 reviews)
"Amazing views, had everything we needed. Wish we would have stayed longer, and would happily stay here again!"
United States
Kate
The price is AU$229
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
The Wheelhouse Inn

15. Wyndham Garden Queenstown

Wyndham Garden Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (945 reviews)
"Great location, views and room as described. Easy check-in and check-out and handy facilities."
Australia
Mark
The price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Wyndham Garden Queenstown

16. Longbourne Lodge

Longbourne Lodge
4.0 star property
Mosgiel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (277 reviews)
"What a charming spot! Sparkling clean, well organized and had everything we needed. Friendly staff too. Just wish we had more time there 😊"
Canada
Tiffany
The price is AU$140
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Longbourne Lodge

17. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5.0 star property
The Wood
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,429 reviews)
"Our go to for Nelson breaks. Always friendly reception. All ammenities we could ask for in a brief stay. So handy to just walk into town or to dining and events in the evening."
Australia
Nic
The price is AU$98
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

18. Manata Lodge

Manata Lodge
4.0 star property
Lower Shotover
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (200 reviews)
"Lovely setting...clean as and very comfortable"
New Zealand
Grant
The price is AU$212
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Manata Lodge

19. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (245 reviews)
"Spacious room with large comfortable bed"
Australia
Nic
The price is AU$128
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Beaches Nelson

20. Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (512 reviews)
"Very helpful and friendly staff with clean and neat rooms."
Australia
Gideon
The price is AU$114
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Quest Nelson
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Whenever you want to travel, a warm welcome awaits you in South Island. If you’re looking for a little peace, consider booking during the quieter months, such as  . For more hustle and bustle, you may prefer to visit in . 

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