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1. Lakes Edge Holiday Park

Lakes Edge Holiday Park
2.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (441 reviews)
"Great location next to the lake. Very good for family groups. About a quarter of an hour‘s walk to the town centre with supermarket."
Australia
Declan Dechawut
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Lakes Edge Holiday Park
Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Apartment) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

2. Aorangi Motel

Aorangi Motel
4.0 star property
Fairlie
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (486 reviews)
"This is the second time I have stayed here on the way to Mt Cook and Lake Tekapo. The apartments are always well presented with beutiful plants and houseware. Very nice place to stay and great location."
Australia
Daniel
The price is £75
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Aorangi Motel
Two Bedroom - 4 Person Max | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing

3. Aoraki Court Motel

Aoraki Court Motel
4.5 star property
Mount Cook
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Friendly welcome and easy check-in, including room ready for us. Spacious room with a gorgeous Mountain View. Helpful recommendations for the area."
United States
Michael
The price is £312
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Aoraki Court Motel
BBQ/picnic Area

4. Ahuriri Motels

Ahuriri Motels
2.5 star property
Omarama
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (560 reviews)
"Great spot! Very clean. Lots of space. Everything you need. Friendly staff. And the night sky right out back was incredible."
Australia
Allyson
The price is £55
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Ahuriri Motels
Exterior

5. Pioneer Motel

Pioneer Motel
4.0 star property
Collingwood
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Very clean and newer motel that has a very friendly manager who provided helpful local tips! Would stay again!"
United States
Max
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Pioneer Motel
Spa Studio | Balcony view

6. Alpine Glacier Motel

Alpine Glacier Motel
3.5 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (803 reviews)
"What a view. Lots of great walking trails nearby. Great hotel if you are going to be spending your days tramping locally."
United States
Neal
The price is £54
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Alpine Glacier Motel
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player

7. Aden Motel

Aden Motel
3.0 star property
Te Anau
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (529 reviews)
"Great stay. Clean, comfortable, and recommended!"
Australia
Kelvin
The price is £77
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Aden Motel
Front of property

8. Airport Palms Motel

Airport Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Burnside
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Receptionist was friendly and helpful, and property was clean and cosy. Its a perfect stop before heading to christchurch airport, being a very short drive away!"
Singapore
Wilson
The price is £65
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Airport Palms Motel
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

9. Rayya Suites Invercargill

Rayya Suites Invercargill
2.0 star property
Hawthorndale
The price is £95
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Rayya Suites Invercargill
1 Bedroom Premium Apartment | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, electric kettle

10. Sierra Motel

Sierra Motel
2.5 star property
Omarama
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (363 reviews)
"Great stay! Highly recommended!"
Canada
Ivica
The price is £104
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Sierra Motel
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, blackout curtains, soundproofing

11. Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef

Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef
5.0 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (668 reviews)
"Clean rooms, excellent staff, Kitchen was amazing as well. All in all a wonderful property to stay at."
Australia
Chandan
The price is £87
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef
Deluxe Studio, Ocean View | In-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing

12. The Sea Breeze

The Sea Breeze
2.0 star property
Timaru Central
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Great hotel, close to town and very modern."
United States
Kurt
The price is £103
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
The Sea Breeze
Exterior

13. Radfords on the Lake

Radfords on the Lake
5.0 star property
Te Anau
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (395 reviews)
"Great location and very comfortable stay. The service was also very attentive and accommodating. Thank you!"
Australia
Benny
The price is £209
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Radfords on the Lake
View from property

14. Alpine Rose Greymouth Motel

Alpine Rose Greymouth Motel
4.5 star property
Greymouth
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (444 reviews)
"Lovely clean sunny room, host was super helpful, sheets and towels were high quality. Free Sky TV and internet."
Australia
Amanda
The price is £93
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Alpine Rose Greymouth Motel
Free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, individually decorated, bed sheets

15. Andorra Motel

Andorra Motel
3.0 star property
Geraldine
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (318 reviews)
"It was a fantastic motel and highly recommend it. "
Australia
Dianne
The price is £73
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Andorra Motel
Superior House | Beach/ocean view

16. Kaikoura Beach Motel

Kaikoura Beach Motel
2.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (449 reviews)
"Beautiful location and beautiful views. right on the beach."
Australia
Emma
The price is £52
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Kaikoura Beach Motel
Front of property

17. Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier

Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier
4.0 star property
Fox Glacier
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (598 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Scott
The price is £47
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Bella Vista Motel Fox Glacier
View from property

18. Broadway Motel

Broadway Motel
4.5 star property
Picton
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (719 reviews)
"This is good enough keep up the good work team"
Australia
Carl
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Broadway Motel
Comfort Apartment, 4 Bedrooms | Living area | TV

19. Airport Christchurch Motel

Airport Christchurch Motel
4.5 star property
Burnside
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (628 reviews)
"Great place to stay if on your way through Christchurch. Great location, comfortable, large rooms"
Australia
Simon
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Airport Christchurch Motel
Terrace/patio

20. Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites
3.5 star property
Kaikoura
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (513 reviews)
"Handy location to town, supermarket, beach"
Australia
Paula
The price is £60
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Kaikoura Quality Suites
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