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1. Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort
4.5 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (3,430 reviews)
"The room was clean and staff were friendly. Breakfast was ok."
United States
Mansoor
The price is RM786
RM904 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Peppers Bluewater Resort

2. Lake Resort by Marsden

Lake Resort by Marsden
5.0 star property
Mount Pisa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,135 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!!"
Australia
Sharon
The price is RM432
RM497 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Lake Resort by Marsden

3. Suncrest Villas

Suncrest Villas
3.0 star property
Cromwell
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"The place looks brand new and is well appointed."
Australia
Willie
The price is RM392
RM451 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Suncrest Villas

4. Quest Queenstown

Quest Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (528 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
AGUSTIN
The price is RM510
RM587 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Quest Queenstown

5. Skyrim Lodge

Skyrim Lodge
3.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (364 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay at Skyrim Lodge, with the accommodation and communication surpassing our expectations. Just a short walk to the lake and many coffee/dinner options, plus a beautiful view of the stars."
Australia
Samantha
The price is RM956
RM1,130 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Skyrim Lodge

6. Glenfern Villas

Glenfern Villas
4.5 star property
Franz Josef Glacier
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (383 reviews)
"Great place to stay will come back again."
Australia
Don
The price is RM678
RM780 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Glenfern Villas

7. Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts

Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts
4.0 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (866 reviews)
"A really beautiful apartment. Nice view and facilities to keep the kids happy!"
Singapore
Eric
The price is RM700
RM805 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Alpine Resort Wanaka – A THC Hotels and Resorts

8. Highview Apartments

Highview Apartments
3.5 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (713 reviews)
"15 min walk to town with the bonus of wonderful views from balcony. Staff so helpful room was amazing spacious and everything we needed"
United Kingdom
Jackie
The price is RM567
RM652 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Highview Apartments

9. Pinewood Motels

Pinewood Motels
3.0 star property
Fairlie
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (500 reviews)
"Place was clean, easy to check in after hours, would stay again."
United States
Garrett
The price is RM470
RM549 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Pinewood Motels

10. Wyndham Garden Queenstown

Wyndham Garden Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (967 reviews)
"Good place to stay if you want to be near the airport!"
United States
Lourdes
The price is RM452
RM520 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Wyndham Garden Queenstown

11. La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
4.0 star property
Frankton
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,694 reviews)
"The room was nice and clean, check in was very fast and easy. Definitely recommend plus it’s close to the airport which is perfect"
Australia
Jayme
The price is RM589
RM677 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown

12. Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments

Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments
2.5 star property
Albert Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (164 reviews)
"Good location"
Australia
Philip
The price is RM406
RM467 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Alpine Junction Townhouse Apartments

13. Village Lake Apartments

Village Lake Apartments
5.0 star property
Hanmer Springs
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (186 reviews)
"lovely stay"
United Kingdom
amarjeet
The price is RM652
RM749 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Village Lake Apartments

14. Avalon Manor Motel

Avalon Manor Motel
4.0 star property
Motueka
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (229 reviews)
"Super clean, super lovely host, couldn’t be more helpful. Lovely modern room! Fab motel!!"
United Kingdom
Briony
The price is RM433
RM498 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Avalon Manor Motel

15. Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
3.5 star property
Wanaka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (803 reviews)
"Just off the Main Street in Franz Josef, close to all the amenities and activities."
United Kingdom
Sarah
The price is RM434
RM500 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Alpine Motel

16. Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation

Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation
5.0 star property
Hokitika
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (104 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay."
United States
Gregory
The price is RM715
RM822 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation

17. Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park
4.0 star property
Frankton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,212 reviews)
"Had a great stay Awesome staff"
Australia
Kyle
The price is RM578
RM665 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park

18. Central Chalets

Central Chalets
3.0 star property
Alexandra
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (205 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay with the family. Comfortable chalet. The spa pool was a bonus!"
Australia
Simon
The price is RM328
RM377 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Central Chalets

19. The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 star property
Kaikoura Flat
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (426 reviews)
"Good stay in a beautiful location and helpful friendly staff"
Australia
Anna
The price is RM379
RM436 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

20. Hanmer Apartments

Hanmer Apartments
4.0 star property
Hanmer Springs
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (337 reviews)
"newly renovated, spacious, clean and friendly, drive to town but not far, easy check in, easy parking, quiet and comfortable, we liked staying there"
Australia
LUPING
The price is RM404
RM464 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hanmer Apartments
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