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Living area

1. Guide Hill Station Lodge

Guide Hill Station Lodge
4.0 star property
Tekapo
The price is AU$356
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Guide Hill Station Lodge
Interior

2. Poshtel

Poshtel
5.0 star property
Oamaru
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (428 reviews)
"Its so cool We have stayed before when passing through Rooms are themed Helpful staff, central to restaurants Comfy bed, very clean"
Australia
Cheryl
The price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Poshtel
Garden

3. Larnach Lodge

Larnach Lodge
4.0 star property
Larnachs Castle
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (612 reviews)
"We had a wonderful couple of days here and would definitely go back again. The ballroom Cafe was lovely with great food and atmosphere and the 5 course meal in the castle was amazing."
Australia
Elizabeth
The price is AU$150
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Larnach Lodge
View from property

4. Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef
2.5 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (174 reviews)
"Great stay. Clean, comfortable, and highly recommended!"
Australia
Kelvin
The price is AU$74
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef
Front of property – evening/night

5. Matuka Luxury Lodge

Matuka Luxury Lodge
5.0 star property
Ben Ohau
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (103 reviews)
"The room was terrific and the staff absolutely wonderful best I’ve to since arriving inNZ"
Australia
Sheryl
The price is AU$670
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Matuka Luxury Lodge
Property entrance

6. Heritage Park Lodge

Heritage Park Lodge
3.0 star property
Haast
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (235 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay and friendly staff"
United States
Sandra
The price is AU$154
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Heritage Park Lodge
Exterior

7. Mishika Retreat and Lodge

Mishika Retreat and Lodge
4.0 star property
Wānaka
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"We felt lucky to get to stay here as it is being developed in to what promises to be a very special accommodation in Wanaka. Very comfortable and lots of little details thought of. A great concept of using a beautiful home to accommodate guests and providing so many amenities…"
Australia
Colin
The price is AU$210
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Mishika Retreat and Lodge
Kea Studio | Terrace/patio

8. Off The Beaten Trail Accommodation & Bike Tours

Off The Beaten Trail Accommodation & Bike Tours
3.0 star property
Murchison
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (200 reviews)
"A good stay for passing through people "
Australia
Sandy
The price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Off The Beaten Trail Accommodation & Bike Tours
View from property

9. Te Weheka Hotel Fox Glacier

Te Weheka Hotel Fox Glacier
3.5 star property
Fox Glacier
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (179 reviews)
"Good location, good size rooms"
New Zealand
Jacobus
The price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Te Weheka Hotel Fox Glacier
Tui Terrace | Beach/ocean view

10. The Portage Resort

The Portage Resort
4.5 star property
Portage
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (188 reviews)
"Excellent location, staff and cuisine!"
Canada
ivanka
The price is AU$271
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
The Portage Resort
Outdoor spa tub

11. Cottages at Kinross

Cottages at Kinross
4.0 star property
Gibbston
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (233 reviews)
"Came back after 9 years, the place is still magical as it is. We stayed in Pisa 1, and this place now has free wine tasting and a hot tub where we enjoyed.. Best hidden secret, ill stay here longer next time :)"
Singapore
Vincent
The price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Cottages at Kinross
Retreat, Lake view

12. Stoneridge Estate

Stoneridge Estate
5.0 star property
Lake Hayes
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (91 reviews)
"Helpful staff. Amazing food. Quiet and peaceful place."
United States
Ever John
The price is AU$732
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Stoneridge Estate
Terrace/patio

13. Tirohanga Nui

Tirohanga Nui
4.0 star property
South Hill
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is AU$619
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Tirohanga Nui
Property grounds

14. Lakestone Lodge

Lakestone Lodge
5.0 star property
Pukaki
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (55 reviews)
"We stayed 2 nights. Great location to Mount Cook area (30 minute drive) the Lodge was clean, comfortable and include a wonderful dinner and a full breakfast. The staff was warm and welcoming. "
United States
Christy
The price is AU$932
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Lakestone Lodge
Front of property

15. Harewood Lodge

Harewood Lodge
2.5 star property
McLeans Island
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (33 reviews)
"Nice and clean. Good location"
Australia
Muawin
The price is AU$85
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Harewood Lodge
Living room

16. Westwood Lodge

Westwood Lodge
4.5 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (135 reviews)
"Accommodations were excellent- clean, comfortable bed and lots of space."
United States
mabel
The price is AU$391
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Westwood Lodge
Interior entrance

17. Hulbert House

Hulbert House
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Charming room, great staff, valet parking, location perfect"
United States
Masakazu
The price is AU$629
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Hulbert House
Exterior

18. Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa

Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa
5.0 star property
Gibbston
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (131 reviews)
"Amazing accommodations and staff"
United States
Jessica
The price is AU$515
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Gibbston Valley Lodge & Spa
Standard Studio

19. Grove Park Motor Lodge

Grove Park Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Mayfield
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (307 reviews)
"Good location perfect for what we needed "
Australia
Karla
The price is AU$138
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Grove Park Motor Lodge
Outdoor spa tub

20. EcoScapes

EcoScapes
4.5 star property
Kinloch
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (42 reviews)
"Absolutely loved our stay at EcoScapes. The staff were welcoming and friendly, food in the cafe was delicious and the surroundings are stunning. Highly recommend!"
Australia
Kate
The price is AU$537
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
EcoScapes
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Sudima Christchurch Airport

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Sudima Christchurch Airport

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Number of reviews
2,852
Accommodation
48 Lodges
Lowest Price
AU$74
Highest Price
AU$932

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