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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.

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ASURE Adcroft Motel
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Motel in Ashburton · 99.18 km from centre

8.8

 

61 reviews

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Located in Ashburton (Tinwald), ASURE Adcroft Motel is within a 5-minute drive of Ashburton Domain and Historic Art Gallery and Museum. This motel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from The Plains Vintage Railway and Historical Museum and 4.6 mi (7.5 km) from Ashburton Aviation Museum.

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OneOneTwo Cameron Street
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Villa in Ashburton · 100.49 km from centre

9.8

 

6 reviews

OneOneTwo Cameron Street is a recently renovated villa in Ashburton where guests can make the most of the garden and barbecue facilities. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at the villa.

The air-conditioned villa consists of 3 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a coffee machine, and 2 bathrooms with a bath and a hair dryer. A private entrance leads guests into the villa, where they can enjoy some fruit and chocolates or cookies. There's also a seating area and a fireplace.

A continental breakfast is available daily at OneOneTwo Cameron Street. As an added convenience, the accommodation offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property.

Mount Hutt is 29 miles from OneOneTwo Cameron Street. The nearest airport is Richard Pearse Airport, 41 miles from the villa.

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BnB on Bakers
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Apartment in Canterbury, Waimate · 100.84 km from centre

9.8

 

19 reviews

Breakfast available

A recently renovated apartment, BnB on Bakers offers accommodations in Waimate. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. The accommodation features full-day security and room service for guests.

The spacious apartment includes a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, as well as a coffee machine. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating, and a private bathroom.

Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Waimate, like cycling and hiking. A baby safety gate is also available for guests at BnB on Bakers.

Richard Pearse Airport is 36 miles from the property.

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Flying Plate Saloon
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Apartment in Canterbury, Waimate · 101.45 km from centre

9.5

 

168 reviews

Providing a garden, Flying Plate Saloon features accommodations in Waimate. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. The accommodation provides full-day security and private check-in and check-out for guests.

The air-conditioned apartment consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The accommodation is non-smoking.

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

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

Richard Pearse Airport is 36 miles away.

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Coronation Park
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Caravan park, campground in Ashburton · 101.52 km from centre

9.2

 

138 reviews

With a stay at Coronation Park in Ashburton (Netherby), you'll be a 1-minute drive from Ashburton Domain and 5 minutes from Ashburton Aviation Museum. This campground is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Trott's Garden and 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from Lake Hood.

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Hillview
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Holiday home in Canterbury, Waimate · 101.53 km from centre

9.9

 

78 reviews

Breakfast available

Offering a garden, Hillview features accommodations in Waimate. With garden views, this accommodation provides a terrace. The vacation home also offers free Wifi, free private parking, and facilities for disabled guests.

The air-conditioned vacation home consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are offered in the vacation home. The property has an outdoor dining area.

Richard Pearse Airport is 36 miles from the property.

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Academy Lodge Motel
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Motel in Ashburton · 101.58 km from centre

9.0

 

4 reviews

Located in Ashburton (Netherby), Academy Lodge Motel is within a 5-minute drive of Ashburton Domain and Historic Art Gallery and Museum. This motel is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Ashburton Aviation Museum and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Trott's Garden.

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Commodore Motor Lodge
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Motel in Ashburton · 101.71 km from centre

9.2

 

144 reviews

Breakfast available

Located in Ashburton (Netherby), Commodore Motor Lodge is within a 5-minute drive of Ashburton Domain and Historic Art Gallery and Museum. This motel is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Ashburton Aviation Museum and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Trott's Garden.

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Hotel Ashburton
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Hotel in Ashburton · 101.87 km from centre

8.2

 

446 reviews

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With a stay at Hotel Ashburton in Ashburton (Allenton), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Ashburton Domain and Historic Art Gallery and Museum. This golf hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Trott's Garden and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Ashburton Aviation Museum.

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Weka Retreat
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Holiday home in Ashburton · 101.98 km from centre

9.8

 

16 reviews

A recently renovated vacation home, Weka Retreat offers accommodations in Ashburton. Both free Wifi and parking on-site are accessible at the vacation home free of charge. Guests can use a garden.

The air-conditioned vacation home consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a bath and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are offered in the vacation home. The property has an outdoor dining area.

The vacation home has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors.

Mount Hutt is 30 miles from Weka Retreat. Richard Pearse Airport is 42 miles from the property.

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AHAVA Bed & Breakfast
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Bed and breakfast in Canterbury, Waimate · 102.02 km from centre

9.7

 

48 reviews

Breakfast available

Guests staying at this bed and breakfast have access to a patio. The bed and breakfast also features free Wifi, free private parking, and facilities for disabled guests.

The air-conditioned bed and breakfast consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and bathrobes. Guests can take in the views of the mountain from the terrace, which also has outdoor furniture. The bed and breakfast offers bed linen, towels, and daily room service.

The breakfast offers à la carte, continental options and pancakes and fruit are being served. As an added convenience, AHAVA Bed & Breakfast offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property.

Guests at the bed and breakfast will be able to enjoy activities in and around Waimate, like walking tours. Guests at AHAVA Bed & Breakfast can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden.

Richard Pearse Airport is 36 miles from the property.

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Niloc
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Bed and breakfast in Canterbury, Waimate · 102.51 km from centre

9.5

 

7 reviews

This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at Niloc.

Towels and bed linen are offered in the bed and breakfast. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating, and a shared bathroom.

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

Richard Pearse Airport is 36 miles from the property.

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Rose Cottage - Lake Coleridge Holiday Home
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Holiday home in Canterbury, Lake Coleridge · 102.53 km from centre

8.0

 

2 reviews

Rose Cottage - Lake Coleridge Holiday Home offers accommodations in Lake Coleridge, 21 miles from Mount Hutt and 25 miles from Porters. Complimentary Wifi is available throughout the property and private parking is available on site.

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

Guests can relax in the garden at the property.

Christchurch International Airport is 58 miles from the property.

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Valley Views Glamping
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Apartment in Canterbury, Kurow · 102.53 km from centre

9.6

 

94 reviews

Valley Views Glamping in Kurow provides accommodations with an open-air bath, a garden, and barbecue facilities. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. The apartment also offers facilities for disabled guests.

Every room has a shared bathroom. At the apartment complex, every unit has a seating area.

The breakfast offers buffet, continental options and warm dishes and juice are being served.

Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Kurow, like hiking. Guests at Valley Views Glamping can enjoy skiing and cycling nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace.

Richard Pearse Airport is 83 miles away.

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Kingswood Motel
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Motel in Canterbury, Waimate · 102.56 km from centre

8.9

 

275 reviews

Kingswood Motel provides accommodations in Waimate. The motel has both free WiFi and free private parking.

Rooms contain an electric tea pot and a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, while certain rooms come with a kitchen equipped with a fridge. At the motel, rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

Guests at Kingswood Motel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Waimate, like hiking and cycling.

Richard Pearse Airport is 35 miles from the property.

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The Waimate Lodges
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Hotel in Canterbury, Waimate · 102.63 km from centre

9.3

 

45 reviews

The Waimate Lodges is offering accommodations in Waimate. This 4-star hotel offers a shared lounge and luggage storage space. There's a terrace and guests can use free WiFi and free private parking.

The rooms have an electric tea pot, while some rooms also feature a kitchenette with a fridge, a microwave and a toaster.

Richard Pearse Airport is 35 miles from the property.

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Mt Hutt Lodge
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Motel in Canterbury, Windwhistle · 102.92 km from centre

9.1

 

268 reviews

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Located in Windwhistle in the Canterbury Region, 2.1 mi from Mount Hutt, Mt Hutt Lodge features a seasonal outdoor pool and ski-to-door access. The motel has water sports facilities and a ski school. There is also a restaurant and bar which serves lunch, dinner, drinks and snacks.

Every room includes a flat-screen TV. Certain rooms have a seating area where you can relax. Some rooms include views of the mountain or river. Extras include free toiletries and a hairdryer.

There is room service at the property.

This motel has ski storage space and free use of bicycles is available. An array of activities are offered in the area, such as skiing and golfing. Summit Six is 6.2 mi from Mt Hutt Lodge, while Exibition Quad Chair is 6.2 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Christchurch International Airport, 44 mi from the property.

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Fable Terrace Downs Resort by MGallery
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Resort in Canterbury, Windwhistle · 102.98 km from centre

8.9

 

681 reviews

Located in the picturesque Canterbury high country, Fable Terrace Downs Resort features all day dining, an 18 hole golf course and a range of outdoor activities. The villas have open-plan living spaces with gas fires. Guests can enjoy free on-site parking.

The cafe serves a menu of local produce and offers panoramic views of the mountains from breakfast to evening meals.

Fable Terrace Downs Resort also has tennis courts and a fitness center onsite.

Local activities near Terrace Downs include jet boating, clay-bird shooting, archery, mountain biking, golfing, quad biking, four-wheel-driving and fishing.

Terrace Downs is a 60-minute drive through the countryside from Christchurch International Airport. Lake Coleridge is a 25-minute drive away. It is a 35-minute drive to Methven and Mt Hutt Village.

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Wainono Homestead
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Bed and breakfast in Canterbury, Waimate · 103.22 km from centre

9.8

 

57 reviews

Wainono Homestead in Waimate provides accommodations with a tennis court, barbecue facilities, and a shared lounge. There's a sun terrace and guests can access free Wifi and free private parking.

At the bed and breakfast, units are equipped with a wardrobe. At the bed and breakfast, some units are soundproof. At the bed and breakfast, all units come with bed linen and towels.

A baby safety gate is also available at the bed and breakfast, while guests can also relax in the garden.

Richard Pearse Airport is 31 miles away.

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The Cosy Nook
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Apartment in Canterbury, Waimate · 103.29 km from centre

8.6

 

24 reviews

Providing a garden, The Cosy Nook offers accommodations in Waimate. Guests can benefit from a balcony and a sun terrace. The apartment also provides free Wifi, free private parking, and facilities for disabled guests.

The air-conditioned apartment is composed of 2 separate bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchenette, and 1 bathroom. A flat-screen TV is provided. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Richard Pearse Airport is 36 miles away.

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