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Offering free Wi-Fi, and a guest lounge with a fireplace, Drifters Inn just 80 metres from the famous Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve. It offers rooms with flat-screen satellite TV.

Drifters Inn Hanmer Springs is 2 minutes’ drive from Hanmer Springs Golf Course and Woodland Walk Recreation Reserve. Christchurch International Airport is 133 km away. Beautifully decorated for Xmas, well organised as we arrived late, friendly staff, clean rooms and a fully equipped kitchen for guests to use. The location is perfect to get to the Hot Pools and restaurants around. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

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9.1
Superb
1,326 reviews
Price from
US$96
per night

Situated in Kaikoura, 1.3 km from Kaikoura Beach, Austin Heights - Kaikoura features a garden and views of the garden. The guest house features rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. Best accommodation during our 3 weeks in New Zealand.

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9.5
Exceptional
154 reviews
Price from
US$99
per night

This air-conditioned guest house comes with a dining area, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, and a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are featured in the guest house. The property has an outdoor dining area. Beautiful log cabin that is very well equipped. Owner even switched on the heater before we arrive so it was such a comfort coming into a warm room as it was wet and cold outside. We love that the neighbourhood is very quiet and peaceful and on a clear night, it was even possible to see the milky way. The unit is also equipped with a small kitchenette just nice for making some breakfast

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9.3
Superb
134 reviews

Featuring garden views, The Bunkhouse provides accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 39 km from Mt. Lyford. Boasting full-day security, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

Guests can take in the views of the mountain from the balcony, which also has outdoor furniture. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. The most comfortable, relaxing, nice and kind host, beautiful scenery! worth every cent! Will always try to live here whenever I come to Christchurch. Lovely elderly couple! Wish them the best!

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9.6
Exceptional
136 reviews
Price from
US$64
per night

Located in Sumner, Cave Rock Guest House offers beachfront accommodation 300 metres from Sumner Beach and offers various facilities, such as a garden and barbecue facilities. This guest house provides free private parking and luggage storage space. The guest house features family rooms as well as facilities for disabled guests. Great Hosts, Beautiful Location, and „Bruce“!! :)

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9.2
Superb
246 reviews
Price from
US$96
per night

The spacious guest house comes with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a terrace with mountain views. A private entrance leads guests into the guest house, where they can enjoy some chocolates or cookies. A dressing room, laundry service and full-day security are also available. Beautiful apartment in a wonderful rural location. Hosts were exceptional.

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9.4
Superb
114 reviews
Price from
US$101
per night

Offering a garden and garden view, Bright Modern Guesthouse - Free Parking, Near CBD is set in Christchurch, 6.5 km from Hagley Park and 7.1 km from Christchurch Railway Station. The air-conditioned accommodation is 5.5 km from Christchurch Art Gallery, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 5.8 km from Canterbury Museum. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely Perfect – Finally Found “The One”! I travel to Christchurch regularly for business and I almost never stay in the same place twice — there’s always something that doesn’t quite work. I have a disability, and I need a place that’s quiet, clean, comfortable, and run by someone who genuinely cares. That combination has been incredibly hard to find… until now. This property is perfect in every way. My colleague and I each had our own room, separated by a modern bathroom with underfloor heating and an amazing shower — great water pressure and proper shampoo/body wash dispensers (not those tiny tear-open packets!). The beds were super comfortable, and the large smart TV and heat pump made the stay feel like home. The best part? Absolute peace and quiet. No road noise — the only sound was my colleague snoring in the other room! It’s spotless, modern, and thoughtfully set up. On top of all that, we arrived to two chocolate bars waiting for us — such a simple but genuinely kind gesture. The host truly cares about making sure you’re happy and comfortable, and it shows in every detail. We will definitely be back — many times over the coming years. Thank you for an incredible stay — you are awesome!

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9.8
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
US$80
per night

Guesthouse on Ostler features rooms in Twizel. There is a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay. The apartment also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. It was beautifully and elegantly presented. All very comfortable. Hosts were really warm and friendly and really helpful with local knowledge!

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9.3
Superb
17 reviews
Price from
US$203
per night

The guest house has a flat-screen TV. The kitchen features a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave and there is a private bathroom with a hair dryer and free toiletries. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Plenty of space to relax. Great facilities - washing machine, full kitchen.

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9.8
Exceptional
5 reviews
Price from
US$63
per night

Situated in Mitcham in the Canterbury region, Woodlands Green has a patio and garden views. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. Outdoor seating is also available at the guest house. James very friendly and helpful, nice and quite

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9.4
Superb
13 reviews
Price from
US$99
per night

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