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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.

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Asure Ashley Motor Lodge
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Motel in Canterbury, Timaru · 83.01 km from centre

9.2

 

155 reviews

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Located in Timaru (Kensington), Asure Ashley Motor Lodge is within a 5-minute drive of Patiti Point and Botanic Gardens. This motel is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Caroline Bay Beach and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Timaru Lighthouse.

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Cedar Lodge Motel
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Motel in Canterbury, Timaru · 83.03 km from centre

9.4

 

101 reviews

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With a stay at Cedar Lodge Motel in Timaru (Kensington), you'll be steps from Botanical Gardens and 10 minutes by foot from Timaru Public Hospital. This motel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Otipua Wetland and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Patiti Point.

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Coastal Ridge Apartments
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Aparthotel in Canterbury, Timaru · 83.03 km from centre

9.6

 

89 reviews

Breakfast available

With a stay at Coastal Ridge Apartments in Timaru (Kensington), you'll be steps from Botanical Gardens and 11 minutes by foot from Timaru Public Hospital. This aparthotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Patiti Point and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from South Canterbury Museum.

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2 bedroom Apartment@Boutique Barn House Farm Stay
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Apartment in Canterbury, Timaru · 83.11 km from centre

9.2

 

69 reviews

Offering a garden, 2 bedroom Apartment@Boutique Barn House Farm Stay offers accommodations in Timaru. The apartment features both Wifi and private parking free of charge.

2 bedroom Apartment@Boutique Barn House Farm Stay features 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. A flat-screen TV is featured. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Richard Pearse Airport is 9.3 miles away.

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GLENALMOND Historic Homestead & Alpine Country Stay
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Motel in West Coast, Hari Hari · 83.35 km from centre

8.8

 

31 reviews

When you stay at GLENALMOND Historic Homestead & Alpine Country Stay in Hari Hari, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Willberg Walk Trail Access. This motel is within the region of Franz Josef Glacier.

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Westholm Lodge
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Bed and breakfast in West Coast, Harihari · 83.61 km from centre

9.7

 

254 reviews

Featuring garden views, Westholm Lodge in Harihari offers accommodations, a garden, and a terrace. The bed and breakfast, set in a building dating back to 1980, features free Wifi and free private parking.

At the bed and breakfast, units have a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. A balcony with an outdoor dining area and mountain views is offered in select units. The rooms are equipped with heating facilities.

Buffet and continental breakfast options with local specialities, fruit, and juice are available.

Hokitika Airport is 46 miles from the property.

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Kingsdown Manor B&B Timaru
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Bed and breakfast in Canterbury, Timaru · 85.63 km from centre

9.5

 

177 reviews

Kingsdown Manor B&B Timaru is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Timaru where guests can make the most of its seasonal outdoor swimming pool and garden. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. The bed and breakfast features garden views and a picnic area.

All units come with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, and a private bathroom with a hair dryer and shower. The bed and breakfast provides certain units with sea views, and every unit is equipped with a kettle. At the bed and breakfast, all units include bed linen and towels.

A vegetarian breakfast is available at the property and includes fruit and juice.

Skiing, cycling, and hiking are possible within the area, and the bed and breakfast offers ski storage space.

Richard Pearse Airport is 12 miles away.

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The Lindis
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Hotel in Canterbury, Birchwood · 86.24 km from centre

10.0

 

1 review

Breakfast available

With a stay at The Lindis in Birchwood, you'll be in the mountains, and 21.9 mi (35.3 km) from Ladybird Hill Vineyard and 22 mi (35.3 km) from Clay Cliffs. This luxury hotel is 22 mi (35.3 km) from Wrinkly Rams and 22.2 mi (35.8 km) from Totara Peak Gallery.

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Coldstream Estate - The Whare
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Vacation home in Canterbury, Coldstream · 86.81 km from centre

10.0

 

5 reviews

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With a stay at this vacation home in Coldstream, you'll be 20.8 mi (33.5 km) from Talbot Forest Scenic Reserve and 21.2 mi (34.2 km) from Geraldine Historical Society Museum. This vacation home is 21.9 mi (35.3 km) from Geraldine Vintage Car and Machinery Museum and 22.2 mi (35.7 km) from Vintage Car & Machinery Museum.

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Hinds Wayside Inn
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Hostel in Canterbury, Hinds · 87.15 km from centre

9.0

 

3 reviews

Located in Hinds, Hinds Wayside Inn has a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property has evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

All rooms in the hostel are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries.

You can play pool at Hinds Wayside Inn.

Richard Pearse Airport is 30 miles from the property.

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Carrickfergus Cottage Unit 2
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Farm stay in West Coast, Harihari · 87.15 km from centre

9.0

 

3 reviews

Featuring a garden, Carrickfergus Cottage Unit 2 features accommodations in Harihari. The property offers free private parking.

Offering a patio and mountain views, the farm stay includes 1 bedroom, a living room, satellite flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchenette, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the farm stay. The property has an outdoor dining area.

The nearest airport is Hokitika Airport, 47 miles from the farm stay.

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Carrickfergus Cottage Unit 1
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Farm stay in West Coast, Harihari · 87.16 km from centre

9.2

 

10 reviews

Featuring garden views, Carrickfergus Cottage Unit 1 in Harihari features accommodations and a garden. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking. When staying at the farm stay, guests can use private entrance.

Carrickfergus Cottage Unit 1 provides guests with a terrace, mountain views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with an oven and a microwave, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. A toaster, a fridge, and stovetop are also offered, as well as a kettle. At the farm stay, units include bed linen and towels.

Hokitika Airport is 47 miles from the property.

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Dunstan Downs High Country Sheep Station
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Guesthouse in Canterbury, Lindis Pass · 88.61 km from centre

9.0

 

41 reviews

Breakfast available

Located in Lindis Pass, Dunstan Downs High Country Sheep Station is in a national park, within a 15-minute drive of Clay Cliffs and Wrinkly Rams. This guesthouse is 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from Ladybird Hill Vineyard and 10.6 mi (17.1 km) from Totara Peak Gallery.

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Pudding Hill Lodge & Chalets
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Chalet in Canterbury, Methven · 89.77 km from centre

9.0

 

2 reviews

When you stay at Pudding Hill Lodge & Chalets in Methven, you'll be near ski lifts and 10 minutes by car from Methven Golf Course. This chalet is 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Awa Awa Rata Reserve and 7 mi (11.3 km) from Staveley Historical and Geological Centre.

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Kurow Motel
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Motel in Canterbury, Kurow · 92.44 km from centre

8.1

 

341 reviews

Kurow Motel is a 3-star property located in Kurow. The motel provides both free WiFi and free private parking.

Selected rooms include a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a microwave.

Guests at the motel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kurow, like hiking and cycling.

Richard Pearse Airport is 75 miles away.

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Kurow House on Bledisloe - A2O Cycle Trail Oasis.
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Holiday home in Canterbury, Kurow · 92.55 km from centre

9.6

 

86 reviews

Providing a shared lounge, Kurow House on Bledisloe - A2O Cycle Trail Oasis. Offers accommodations in Kurow. There's a picnic area and guests can use free Wifi and free private parking.

Offering a patio and mountain views, the spacious vacation home includes 2 bedrooms, a living room, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the vacation home. The property has an outdoor dining area.

Guests at the vacation home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kurow, like skiing, cycling, and hiking.

Richard Pearse Airport is 75 miles from the property.

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Revive On Oakview Boutique Beauty and Accommodation
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Bed and breakfast in Canterbury, Ashburton · 96.05 km from centre

8.4

 

8 reviews

Breakfast available

REVIVE ON OAKVIEW BOUTIQUE ACCOMMODATION is a 1-hour drive from both Christchurch Airport and Timaru.

Offering free WiFi the room has a lovely view of both the garden and outdoor area, Revive On Oakview Boutique Beauty and Accommodations is located 10 minutes drive south from Ashburton.


The room has an private bathroom . Guests have access to a lounge/dining area with tea/coffee making facilities. A continental breakfast is included.

An outdoor wood fired hot tub beside your room is private and available throughout your stay at no extra charge

Guests can enjoy a beautiful relaxing facial onsite by your host Nicky (a trained beauty therapist) but it is essential to book before your stay.

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Holmestead Farm
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Apartment in Canterbury, Methven · 96.30 km from centre

9.5

 

78 reviews

Holmestead Farm offers accommodations in Methven, 9.5 miles from Mount Hutt and 18 miles from Mt. Hutt. This property offers access to a patio, tennis at the tennis court, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at the apartment.

Offering a terrace and garden views, the apartment includes 1 bedroom, a living room, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing.

If you like to discover the area, skiing, fishing and hiking are possible in the surroundings and Holmestead Farm can arrange a ski equipment rental service.

Christchurch International Airport is 56 miles away.

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Stream House, Self Contained Unit, Methven NZ
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Apartment in Canterbury, Methven · 96.42 km from centre

10.0

 

1 review

Featuring a garden, Stream House, Self Contained Unit, Methven NZ offers accommodations in Methven. This property offers access to a patio, tennis at the tennis court, free private parking, and free Wifi. The apartment has a picnic area and a fitness room.

Offering a terrace and mountain views, the spacious apartment includes 2 bedrooms, a living room, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchenette, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. A private entrance leads guests into the apartment, where they can enjoy some fruit and chocolates or cookies. The property has an outdoor dining area.

Ski storage space is available on-site, and both skiing and hiking can be enjoyed close to the apartment.

Mount Hutt is 8.8 miles from Stream House, Self Contained Unit, Methven NZ, while Mt. Hutt is 17 miles from the property. Christchurch International Airport is 55 miles away.

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Makikihi Country Hotel
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Hotel in Canterbury, Waimate · 96.50 km from centre

8.8

 

107 reviews

Makikihi Country Hotel has a garden, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Waimate. Free WiFi is at guests' disposal.

All rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries.

You can play darts at this 4-star hotel.

Richard Pearse Airport is 25 miles from the property.

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