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The South Island of New Zealand, known as Te Waipounamu, offers a captivating blend of natural beauty and vibrant culture, making it an ideal travel destination. As the largest island in New Zealand, it boasts diverse landscapes from the majestic Southern Alps to the serene Canterbury Plains. Visitors can explore top attractions such as Aoraki / Mount Cook, the highest peak in New Zealand, and the stunning Fiordland National Park, home to the famous Milford Sound.

For those seeking the best neighborhoods to stay, Christchurch and Queenstown are popular choices. Christchurch, the largest city on the island, offers a mix of urban charm and natural beauty, while Queenstown is renowned for its adventure sports and breathtaking scenery.

Whether you're drawn to the bustling city life or the tranquil countryside, South Island provides a perfect backdrop for an unforgettable holiday experience.

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Yellow Pots Apartment A, Luxurious Outdoor Bath
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Apartment in Wanaka · 141.17 km from centre

9.7

 

15 reviews

Yellow Pots Apartment A, Luxurious Outdoor Bath offers a hot tub and free private parking, and is within 2.8 miles of Puzzling World and 2.1 miles of The Wanaka Tree.

With direct access to a patio, the apartment consists of 2 bedrooms. Offering a terrace with mountain views, this apartment also features a cable flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave, as well as 2 bathrooms with a hot tub and bathrobes. The property has an outdoor dining area.

Cardrona is 21 miles from the apartment. Queenstown Airport is 37 miles from the property.

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Wanaka Lake Studio (New)
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Apartment in Wanaka · 141.25 km from centre

9.3

 

201 reviews

Wanaka Lake Studio (New) offers accommodations in Wanaka, 1.2 miles from The Wanaka Tree and 22 miles from Cardrona. With inner courtyard views, this accommodation offers a patio. Free Wifi is available throughout the property and Puzzling World is 2.6 miles away.

The air-conditioned apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area.

Queenstown Airport is 39 miles away.

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Wanaka Deluxe Studio
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Apartment in Wanaka · 141.61 km from centre

8.3

 

81 reviews

Featuring a garden, a terrace, and free Wifi, Wanaka Deluxe Studio is a recently renovated apartment 2.8 miles from Puzzling World and 0.4 miles from The Wanaka Tree. The apartment is 23 miles from Cardrona. Outdoor seating is also available at Wanaka Deluxe Studio.

The air-conditioned apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing.

Skiing and cycling are possible within the area, and the accommodation offers ski storage space.

Queenstown Airport is 39 miles from the property.

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Super 'Cosy' Small Cabin in The Middle of National Park and Mountains
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Apartment in West Coast, Otira · 145.85 km from centre

8.5

 

74 reviews

A recently renovated apartment, Super 'Cosy' Small Cabin in The Middle of National Park and Mountains offers accommodations in Otira. Housed in a building dating from 1965, this apartment offers free Wifi and free private parking. Arthur's Pass National Park is 8.3 miles away and Temple Basin is 4.9 miles from the apartment.

The apartment includes 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom with a shower, a seating area, and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep warm by the fireplace on colder days. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Guests can relax in the garden at the property.

Devil’s Punchbowl Falls is 7.3 miles from Super 'Cosy' Small Cabin in The Middle of National Park and Mountains, while Arthur's Pass Train Station is 7.8 miles from the property. Hokitika Airport is 57 miles away.

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Glamping Dome - Pinot
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Luxury tent in Otago, Cromwell · 151.92 km from centre

9.8

 

25 reviews

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25 miles from Puzzling World in Cromwell, Glamping Dome - Pinot offers accommodations with access to a hot tub and spa facilities. This property offers a private pool, free Wifi, and free private parking. The accommodation features full-day security and luggage storage for guests.

There is a seating area, a dining area, and a kitchen complete with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating, and a private bathroom.

Guests at the luxury tent can enjoy a continental breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available.

The luxury tent has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors.

Central Otago District Council is 8.4 miles from Glamping Dome - Pinot, while The Wanaka Tree is 28 miles away. Queenstown Airport is 40 miles from the property.

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O Naturel Vineyard Stay
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Holiday home in Cromwell · 162.01 km from centre

9.2

 

133 reviews

Offering lake views, O Naturel Vineyard Stay in Cromwell offers accommodations, a garden, and barbecue facilities. This beachfront property offers access to free Wifi and free private parking. The vacation home has private entrance.

The vacation home provides guests with a patio, mountain views, a seating area, cable flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. A toaster, a fridge, and stovetop are also featured, as well as a kettle. At the vacation home, the units are equipped with bed linen and towels.

Guests at O Naturel Vineyard Stay will be able to enjoy activities in and around Cromwell, like skiing, fishing, and hiking. If you'd like to discover the area, walking tours and bike tours are possible in the surrounding area.

Puzzling World is 31 miles from the accommodation, while Central Otago District Council is 1.7 miles away. Queenstown Airport is 34 miles from the property.

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Magnum Escape - Cromwell Holiday Home
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Holiday home in Cromwell · 162.61 km from centre

8.5

 

2 reviews

Magnum Escape - Cromwell Holiday Home offers accommodations in Cromwell, a 15-minute walk from Central Otago District Council and 23 miles from Kawarau Suspension Bridge. This vacation home features a garden. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

The spacious vacation home includes 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, as well as a kettle. A TV with satellite channels is available. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Queenstown Airport is 34 miles from the property.

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Haurapa PurePod
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Villa in Otago, Cromwell · 166.24 km from centre

9.8

 

10 reviews

Haurapa PurePod offers accommodations in Cromwell, 6.9 miles from Central Otago District Council and 25 miles from Kawarau Suspension Bridge. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The accommodation offers private check-in and check-out and bicycle parking for guests.

The villa consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Guests can take in the views of the mountain from the patio, which also has outdoor furniture. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Guests can make the most of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities.

Queenstown Airport is 35 miles from the property.

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Travellers Retreat B&B
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Bed and breakfast in Christchurch · 169.30 km from centre

9.2

 

498 reviews

Travellers Retreat B&B in Christchurch provides adults-only accommodations with a garden, a terrace, and a shared lounge. This bed and breakfast features free private parking, free shuttle service, and free Wifi. The bed and breakfast provides an outdoor swimming pool with a fence, as well as a hot tub and full-day security.

All units feature air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. A patio with an outdoor dining area and garden views is offered in every unit. At the bed and breakfast, each unit has bed linen and towels.

Christchurch Railway Station is 4.6 miles from the bed and breakfast, while Canterbury Museum is 6 miles from the property. Christchurch International Airport is 2.5 miles away.

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Grey Ridge Vineyard Experience
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Bed and breakfast in Otago, Alexandra · 170.35 km from centre

9.5

 

76 reviews

Grey Ridge Vineyard Experience offers accommodations in Alexandra, 24 miles from Central Otago District Council. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. All rooms come with a patio with garden views.

At the bed and breakfast, all units come with a wardrobe. Rooms are equipped with a kettle and a private bathroom with a shower and bathrobes, while certain rooms also offer a fully equipped kitchenette. At the bed and breakfast, units are equipped with bed linen and towels.

Buffet and continental breakfast options with fresh pastries, fruit, and juice are available every morning.

Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden.

Queenstown Airport is 57 miles from the property.

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Sudima Hotel Christchurch Airport
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Hotel in Christchurch · 171.15 km from centre

8.6

 

5,846 reviews

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Located just a 5-minute walk from Christchurch International Airport, the 4.5 star Sudima Hotel Christchurch Airport offers well-appointed accommodations with free unlimited WiFi. It features complimentary guest parking and a 24- hour front desk.

Each air-conditioned room at Sudima Hotel Christchurch Airport includes an LCD TV with satellite channels, tea and coffee-making facilities and 24-hour room service.

The hotel has had an extensive refurbishment and extension and features a new lobby and executive accommodations wing, upgraded Acheron Restaurant and Lobby Bar, fitness center, 2 superior accommodations wings and meeting rooms.

Guests can dine at the Acheron Restaurant featuring international cuisines and award-winning wines. The Acheron Lounge Bar is the ideal space for pre-dinner drinks or relaxing by the fireplace.

Sudima Hotel Christchurch Airport is located adjacent to the International Antarctic Center and Spitfire Square shops and restaurants. The hotel is a 20 minute drive from Christchurch City Center.

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Pyke Cottage, Clyde
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Apartment in Otago, Clyde · 171.33 km from centre

9.4

 

107 reviews

Pyke Cottage, Clyde offers accommodations in Clyde, 15 miles from Central Otago District Council. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. The property offers bike rental and features a garden and outdoor fireplace.

The air-conditioned apartment consists of 1 separate bedroom, 1 bathroom with a hair dryer and free toiletries, and a seating area. Guests can take in the views of the mountain from the balcony, which also has outdoor furniture. The apartment offers bed linen, towels, and daily room service.

During warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and eat on the private patio.

Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Clyde, like pub crawls.

Queenstown Airport is 48 miles away.

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2 on Whiteleigh and 239 on Lincoln Motel
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Motel in Addington, Christchurch · 174.48 km from centre

9.0

 

1,204 reviews

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Featuring free WiFi, 2 on Whiteleigh and 239 on Lincoln Motel is located in Christchurch, 1312 feet from AMI Stadium. Free private parking is available on site. A flat-screen TV with cable channels and an iPod docking station is provided.

Some rooms feature a seating area to relax in after a busy day. A terrace or patio are featured in certain rooms.

Hagley Park is 1.3 mi from 2 on Whiteleigh and 239 on Lincoln Motel, while Canterbury Museum is 1.4 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Christchurch International Airport, 5 mi from 2 on Whiteleigh and 239 on Lincoln Motel.

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Near Stadium and railway station 3 beds 1 bath townhouse with Car Park onsite
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Apartment in Addington, Christchurch · 174.50 km from centre

8.7

 

71 reviews

Featuring a garden, Near Stadium and railway station 3 beds 1 bath townhouse with Car Park onsite offers accommodations in Christchurch. The air-conditioned accommodation is a 12-minute walk from Christchurch Railway Station. There's a picnic area and guests have access to free Wifi, free private parking, and an electric vehicle charging station.

Offering a patio, this apartment also features a cable flat-screen TV, a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave, as well as 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hair dryer. This apartment is non-smoking and soundproof.

Christchurch Art Gallery is 2.1 miles from the apartment, while Canterbury Museum is 2.1 miles from the property. Christchurch International Airport is 6.8 miles away.

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Grand Riccarton Hotel
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Hotel in Riccarton, Christchurch · 174.73 km from centre

8.3

 

873 reviews

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Located in Christchurch, a 15-minute walk from Christchurch Railway Station, Grand Riccarton Hotel has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. With a bar, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property provides room service, and luggage storage for guests.

At the hotel, rooms come with a desk. The rooms in Grand Riccarton Hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries.

A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast is served at the property.

Canterbury Museum is 2.1 miles from the accommodation, while Christchurch Art Gallery is 2.2 miles from the property. Christchurch International Airport is 5 miles away.

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Hagley Park Townhouse
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Apartment in Riccarton, Christchurch · 175.18 km from centre

8.4

 

16 reviews

Hagley Park Townhouse offers accommodations in Christchurch, 10 miles from Orana Wildlife Park and 1.6 miles from Bridge of Remembrance. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.1 miles from Christchurch Railway Station. Outdoor seating is also available at the apartment.

With free Wifi, this 1-bedroom apartment features a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Guests can relax in the garden at the property.

Popular points of interest near Hagley Park Townhouse include Canterbury Museum, Christchurch Art Gallery, and Hagley Park. Christchurch International Airport is 5 miles from the property.

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Gibbston House Boutique B&B
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Bed and breakfast in Otago, Gibbston · 175.63 km from centre

9.8

 

55 reviews

Providing mountain views, Gibbston House Boutique B&B in Gibbston provides accommodations, a garden, barbecue facilities, and a shared lounge. Housed in a building dating back to 2010, this bed and breakfast is 16 miles from Queenstown Event Centre and 21 miles from Skyline Gondola and Luge. There's a sun terrace and guests can access free Wifi and free private parking.

The bed and breakfast offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hair dryer, free toiletries, and shower. Every room has a kettle, while certain rooms include a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a microwave, and a toaster. At the bed and breakfast, every unit has bed linen and towels.

If you like to discover the area, skiing, cycling and hiking are possible in the surroundings and Gibbston House Boutique B&B can arrange a bicycle rental service.

The Remarkables is 27 miles from the accommodation, while Lake Wakatipu is 28 miles from the property. Queenstown Airport is 16 miles away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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Peppers Clearwater Resort
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Hotel in Christchurch · 176.40 km from centre

8.2

 

692 reviews

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Just a brief drive from Christchurch airport, Peppers Clearwater Resort provides an beautiful blend of classic New Zealand landscapes and the nearby bustle of a vibrant city. This Christchurch accommodations epitomizes the essence of the Canterbury region, nestled amid picturesque grounds overlooking the crystal-clear waters of Lake Kaikainui. Guests can choose from a range of accommodations, from King Rooms to the expansive Lakeside Villas, all exquisitely designed for comfort and relaxation. Christchurch, an ever-evolving city, harmonizes English influences with modern architectural marvels, radiating creativity at every turn. Set along the serene Lake Kaikainui, Peppers Clearwater Resort offers lakeside tranquility. Its acclaimed dining venue, Lume Restaurant, showcases award-winning culinary delights crafted from the abundant fresh produce sourced from the Canterbury region. Experience the perfect blend of nature's beauty and urban vibrancy at Peppers Clearwater Resort. With a bar/cocktail lounge onsite as well as the Clearwater Golf Club and Tennis Court, there’s an experience for everyone.

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