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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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Airport Delta Motel
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Motel in Christchurch · 172.15 km from centre

9.4

 

543 reviews

Located in Christchurch (Burnside), Airport Delta Motel is within a 15-minute walk of Russley Golf Club and Nunweek Park. This motel is 13.9 mi (22.4 km) from Lyttelton Harbour and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Omarino Wine Park.

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Cosy Den on fox street
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Holiday home in Greymouth · 172.22 km from centre

9.3

 

31 reviews

Cosy Den on fox street is a recently renovated vacation home in Greymouth where guests can make the most of the garden and terrace. This vacation home provides free private parking, bicycle parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at the vacation home.

The air-conditioned vacation home consists of 3 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a shower. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels and DVD player, as well as a CD player are provided. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Cobden Beach is a 15-minute walk from Cosy Den on fox street, while Greymouth Train Station is 0.9 miles away. Hokitika Airport is 24 miles from the property.

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One room studio near airport
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Guest house in Christchurch · 172.30 km from centre

7.0

 

1 review

One room studio near airport is located in Christchurch, just 4.1 miles from Christchurch Railway Station and 4.5 miles from Canterbury Museum. Featuring garden views, this guest house also features free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at the guest house.

Towels and bed linen are offered in the guest house. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Christchurch Art Gallery is 4.6 miles from One room studio near airport, while Hagley Park is 4.8 miles from the property. Christchurch International Airport is 1.2 miles away.

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Aarburg Airport Motel
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Motel in Christchurch · 172.30 km from centre

8.6

 

900 reviews

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Just a 3-minute drive from Christchurch International Airport, Aarburg Airport Motel offers a free airport shuttle during the day, free WiFi and free on-site parking. All studios have a patio with garden views, air-conditioning and heat pumps.

The motel is an 11-minute drive from Victoria Street and a 13-minute drive from Horncastle Arena (CBS Canterbury Arena). Hagley Park is 14 minutes’ drive away. There is a bus stop at the front gate.

Guests at Aarburg Airport Motel have access to a barbecue area with a trampoline. The studio apartments include a kitchenette or a kitchen, outdoor furniture, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a dining table.

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Alpha Motel Christchurch
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Hotel in Christchurch · 172.31 km from centre

8.6

 

279 reviews

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Located in Christchurch (Upper Riccarton), Alpha Motel Christchurch is within a 5-minute drive of Westfield Riccarton Mall and Hagley Park. This hotel is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Wolfbrook Arena and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Addington Raceway.

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Alpha Motel with Spa-Bath
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Motel in Christchurch · 172.31 km from centre

8.2

 

453 reviews

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Featuring free WiFi, Alpha Motel with Spa-Bath is just 5 minutes’ drive from Hagley Park. All accommodations includes a spa bath, a flat-screen TV and a DVD player. Free parking is also available onsite.

Alpha Motel with Spa-Bath Apartments are 5 minutes’ drive from central Christchurch, the Westfield Riccarton Mall and the University of Canterbury. Christchurch Airport is a 15-minute drive away.

The air-conditioned apartments have a kitchenette with a microwave and refrigerator. Each soundproofed apartment has a seating area and a work desk.

Motel Alpha offers a lovely garden and guest laundry facilities. Dry cleaning and babysitting services can be arranged upon request.

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Central Chalets
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Cabin in Otago, Alexandra · 172.33 km from centre

9.6

 

140 reviews

Located in Alexandra, Central Chalets is a 3-minute drive from Alexandra Golf Club and 5 minutes from Clyde Historical Museum. This cabin is 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Roxburgh Gorge Trail and 5.6 mi (9 km) from Clyde Dam.

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Under the Vines in Earnscleugh by Tiny Away
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Holiday home in Otago, Earnscleugh · 172.38 km from centre

8.4

 

7 reviews

Under the Vines in Earnscleugh by Tiny Away offers accommodations in Earnscleugh, 16 miles from Central Otago District Council.

The air-conditioned vacation home is composed of 1 separate bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, and 1 bathroom. Towels and bed linen are provided in the vacation home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Queenstown Airport is 49 miles away.

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The Airport Homestay House
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Guest house in Christchurch · 172.42 km from centre

8.9

 

721 reviews

The Airport Homestay House is a recently renovated guest house in Christchurch near Alpha Educational Institute - Christchurch Campus. This guest house features free private parking, full-day security, and free Wifi. The accommodation provides private check-in and check-out and bicycle parking for guests.

All units comprise a seating area, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen with various cooking facilities, including a dishwasher, an oven, a microwave, and a toaster. Each unit has a desk and a flat-screen TV, and some units at the guest house have a balcony. The rooms are equipped with heating facilities.

There is an on-site snack bar.

Guests can also relax in the garden.

Christchurch Railway Station is 4.4 miles from the guest house, while Canterbury Museum is 4.6 miles from the property. Christchurch International Airport is 1.2 miles away.

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Perfect 1-Bedroom Retreat Near the Airport
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Apartment in Christchurch · 172.42 km from centre

8.8

 

5 reviews

Perfect 1-Bedroom Retreat Near the Airport offers accommodations in Christchurch, 4 miles from Canterbury Museum and 4.2 miles from Christchurch Art Gallery. The property is around 4.3 miles from Hagley Park, 7.5 miles from Orana Wildlife Park, and 4.3 miles from Bridge of Remembrance. Free Wifi is available throughout the property and Christchurch Railway Station is 3.6 miles away.

The air-conditioned apartment 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 provided in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing.

Victoria Square is 4.3 miles from the apartment, while The Chalice is 4.6 miles away. Christchurch International Airport is 1.9 miles from the property.

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315 motel Riccarton
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Motel in Christchurch · 172.47 km from centre

9.0

 

22 reviews

With a stay at 315 motel Riccarton in Christchurch (Upper Riccarton), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Hagley Park and Riccarton Road. This motel is 10.6 mi (17 km) from Lyttelton Harbour and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Bush Inn Centre.

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Rose Cottage at The Elms
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Holiday home in Christchurch · 172.47 km from centre

9.5

 

16 reviews

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Set in almost 5 acres of extensive park-like grounds, Rose Cottage at ‘The Elms’ is a charming self-contained cottage, 3.7 mi from Orana Wildlife Park. The property features views of the garden and is 4.3 mi from Hagley Park.

The holiday home is composed of 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, equipped with a bath, a bath or shower and a shower. The kitchen is fitted with an oven and a microwave, as well as a coffee machine. A flat-screen TV and DVD player, as well as an iPod docking station are featured. Other facilities at Rose Cottage at The Elms include a seasonal outdoor pool.

You can play tennis at the property, and the area is popular for golfing. Victoria Street is 4.3 mi from Rose Cottage at The Elms, while Canterbury Museum is 4.3 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Christchurch Airport, 1.2 mi from the cottage.

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101 Stars Motel
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Motel in Christchurch · 172.47 km from centre

8.6

 

133 reviews

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With a stay at 101 Stars Motel in Christchurch (Upper Riccarton), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Hagley Park and Riccarton Road. This motel is 10.9 mi (17.6 km) from Lyttelton Harbour and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Bush Inn Centre.

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311 Motel Riccarton
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Motel in Christchurch · 172.52 km from centre

8.8

 

175 reviews

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With a stay at 311 Motel Riccarton in Christchurch (Upper Riccarton), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Hagley Park and Riccarton Road. This motel is 11.6 mi (18.7 km) from Lyttelton Harbour and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Bush Inn Centre.

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306 Motel Apartments
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Motel in Christchurch · 172.52 km from centre

9.6

 

205 reviews

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With a stay at 306 Motel Apartments in Christchurch (Upper Riccarton), you'll be steps from Riccarton Road and 9 minutes by foot from University of Canterbury. This eco-certified motel is 1.8 mi (3 km) from Hagley Park and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Christchurch Public Hospital.

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3BRM Burside Family House 3km Airport 8min Uni
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Holiday home in Christchurch, Harewood · 172.52 km from centre

8.0

 

13 reviews

3BRM Burside Family House 3km Airport 8min Uni offers accommodations in Harewood, 5 miles from Canterbury Museum and 5.1 miles from Christchurch Art Gallery. The air-conditioned accommodation is 4.8 miles from Christchurch Railway Station, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free Wifi. Hagley Park is 5.3 miles from the vacation home and Orana Wildlife Park is 6.4 miles away.

The vacation home is composed of 3 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. A flat-screen TV is featured. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Guests can also relax in the garden.

Victoria Square is 5.3 miles from the vacation home, while Bridge of Remembrance is 5.4 miles away. Christchurch International Airport is 1.9 miles from the property.

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Koepel House - Christchurch Holiday Homes
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Holiday home in Christchurch · 172.52 km from centre

8.5

 

15 reviews

Koepel House - Christchurch Holiday Homes offers accommodations in Christchurch, 4 miles from Canterbury Museum and 4.1 miles from Christchurch Art Gallery. The air-conditioned accommodation is 3.6 miles from Christchurch Railway Station, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at the vacation home.

Providing a terrace and garden views, the spacious vacation home includes 2 bedrooms, a living room, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the vacation home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Hagley Park is 4.3 miles from Koepel House - Christchurch Holiday Homes, while Orana Wildlife Park is 7.6 miles away. Christchurch International Airport is 1.9 miles from the property.

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MM Villa - Christchurch Holiday Home
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Holiday home in Christchurch · 172.65 km from centre

MM Villa - Christchurch Holiday Home is located in Christchurch, just 4.4 miles from Christchurch Railway Station and 4.5 miles from Canterbury Museum. The property is around 4.6 miles from Christchurch Art Gallery, 4.8 miles from Hagley Park, and 7.2 miles from Orana Wildlife Park. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

With free Wifi, this 3-bedroom vacation home provides a TV, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and microwave. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Guests can also relax in the garden.

Victoria Square is 4.8 miles from the vacation home, while Bridge of Remembrance is 5 miles away. Christchurch International Airport is 2.5 miles from the property.

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298 Westside Motor Lodge
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Motel in Christchurch · 172.68 km from centre

8.8

 

345 reviews

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With a stay at 298 Westside Motor Lodge in Christchurch (Upper Riccarton), you'll be steps from Riccarton Road and 8 minutes by foot from University of Canterbury. This eco-certified motel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Westfield Riccarton Mall and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Hagley Park.

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Ascot Vale Motor Lodge
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Motel in Christchurch · 172.68 km from centre

8.8

 

37 reviews

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With a stay at Ascot Vale Motor Lodge in Christchurch (Upper Riccarton), you'll be steps from Riccarton Road and 8 minutes by foot from University of Canterbury. This motel is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Hagley Park and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Christchurch Public Hospital.

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