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A modern building with a large patio area, a mountain in the background, and a body of water in the foreground.

1. Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort
4.5 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (3,395 reviews)
"The staff were very friendly and helpful we would definitely stay there again"
United Kingdom
Sophie
The price is ₹16,045
₹18,452 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Peppers Bluewater Resort
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a TV, a fireplace, and a sliding glass door leading to a patio with outdoor furniture.

2. Punga Grove

Punga Grove
3.0 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (285 reviews)
"Perfect location, spacious clean rooms and good facilities. Friendly and helpful staff."
United Kingdom
David
The price is ₹9,995
₹11,528 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Punga Grove
A row of waterfront cottages with balconies, wooden decks, and a mountain backdrop.

3. Lake Resort by Marsden

Lake Resort by Marsden
5.0 star property
Mount Pisa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,111 reviews)
"Wonderful stay of five nights! Awesome rooms, superb location, next level breakfasts, staff so friendly & accomodating! 4 mins to Cromwell & so close to all the other amazing places - Clyde, Bannockburn, Wanaka, Queenstown, Alexandra & lots of either quaint places. Will definitely be back!!!"
Australia
hamish
The price is ₹10,720
₹12,328 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Lake Resort by Marsden
A modern hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a bed, a kitchen area, and a dining table.

4. Avalon Manor Motel

Avalon Manor Motel
4.0 star property
Motueka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (223 reviews)
"Fantastic friendly host, lovely room, a great place to stay!"
Australia
Iain
The price is ₹8,223
₹9,521 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Avalon Manor Motel
A modern house with a glass facade, outdoor seating, and a view of the mountains.

5. The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (424 reviews)
"The room was excellent. Staff were very friendly and helpful"
Australia
ANNETTE
The price is ₹9,298
₹10,692 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
A balcony with a table and chairs, a bottle of wine, and two wine glasses.

6. Quest Queenstown

Quest Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (511 reviews)
"Nice and clean room with wonderful amenities. Very friendly staff."
Australia
Ranveer
The price is ₹10,101
₹11,616 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Quest Queenstown
A swimming pool with a wooden table, a bottle, and glasses.

7. Mantra Lake Tekapo

Mantra Lake Tekapo
4.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (719 reviews)
"Nice clean rooms and kitchen great location"
United States
HARDIK
The price is ₹20,250
₹23,288 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Mantra Lake Tekapo
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a painting, and a view of the outdoors.

8. Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
3.5 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (785 reviews)
"Location great beds cleanliness parking Thank you"
Australia
maureen
The price is ₹10,746
₹12,479 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Alpine Motel
A wooden cabin with a green roof, large windows, and a picnic table in front.

9. Central Chalets

Central Chalets
3.0 star property
Alexandra
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (197 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay with the family. Comfortable chalet. The spa pool was a bonus!"
Australia
Simon
The price is ₹8,264
₹9,504 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Central Chalets
A balcony with two wooden chairs and a small table, overlooking a calm lake with boats and mountains in the background.

10. Akaroa Village Inn

Akaroa Village Inn
3.0 star property
Akaroa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (156 reviews)
"The room was everything it claimed to be, the staff, polite friendly and helpful. I had a really enjoyable 3 night stay."
Australia
Peter
The price is ₹7,733
₹8,893 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Akaroa Village Inn
A modern living room with a sofa and a glass coffee table, a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a mountain and sea view.

11. Highview Apartments

Highview Apartments
3.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (692 reviews)
"The views from the Lake View Apartments were phenomenal. Very clean and cosy."
Australia
Kim
The price is ₹9,569
₹11,005 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Highview Apartments
A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a balcony.

12. Central Park Apartments

Central Park Apartments
4.5 star property
Cromwell
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (210 reviews)
"Our room was clean and so far the most easiest check in ever. We had booked the place for a couple of nights and it did not disappoint"
Australia
Abdul Mozil
The price is ₹11,052
₹12,727 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Central Park Apartments
A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

13. La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,638 reviews)
"Great staff, great location, great times."
Canada
MohammadJavad
The price is ₹10,729
₹12,338 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
A room with a view of a coastal landscape, featuring a table with chairs, a wicker sofa, and a wooden ceiling.

14. The Wheelhouse Inn

The Wheelhouse Inn
3.5 star property
Britannia Heights
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (238 reviews)
"Amazing views, had everything we needed. Wish we would have stayed longer, and would happily stay here again!"
United States
Kate
The price is ₹13,290
₹15,346 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
The Wheelhouse Inn
A modern hotel lobby with a wooden floor, an elevator, a reception desk, and a large forest mural on the wall.

15. Wyndham Garden Remarkables Park Queenstown

Wyndham Garden Remarkables Park Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (945 reviews)
"Great location, views and room as described. Easy check-in and check-out and handy facilities."
Australia
Mark
The price is ₹9,511
₹10,938 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Wyndham Garden Remarkables Park Queenstown
A row of wooden cabins with red roofs, each featuring a covered porch and outdoor seating.

16. Longbourne Lodge

Longbourne Lodge
4.0 star property
Mosgiel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (277 reviews)
"What a charming spot! Sparkling clean, well organized and had everything we needed. Friendly staff too. Just wish we had more time there 😊"
Canada
Tiffany
The price is ₹8,264
₹9,582 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Longbourne Lodge
A modern two-story house with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a well-lit balcony.

17. DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
5.0 star property
The Wood
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,428 reviews)
"Our go to for Nelson breaks. Always friendly reception. All ammenities we could ask for in a brief stay. So handy to just walk into town or to dining and events in the evening."
Australia
Nic
The price is ₹5,800
₹6,669 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
A living room with a large TV, a glass coffee table, a grey sofa, and a view of a mountain landscape through open doors.

18. Manata Lodge

Manata Lodge
4.0 star property
Lower Shotover
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (200 reviews)
"Lovely setting...clean as and very comfortable"
New Zealand
Grant
The price is ₹12,566
₹14,450 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Manata Lodge
A wide beach with a clear sky and distant mountains.

19. Beaches Nelson

Beaches Nelson
4.0 star property
Tahunanui
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (245 reviews)
"Spacious room with large comfortable bed"
Australia
Nic
The price is ₹7,908
₹9,184 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Beaches Nelson
A building with the sign "QUEST" at the top, featuring multiple windows and a modern architectural design.

20. Quest Nelson

Quest Nelson
3.5 star property
Nelson City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (512 reviews)
"Very helpful and friendly staff with clean and neat rooms."
Australia
Gideon
The price is ₹6,742
₹7,829 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Quest Nelson
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