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Arthur's Pass Alpine Motel is located high in New Zealand’s Southern Alps, within Arthur’s Pass Village. Just 300 metres from Arthur’s Pass train Station, it offers free on-site parking and free Wi-Fi access. Everything as advertised, very friendly staff, very comfortable. Excellent communication, especially being forewarned about the lack of grocery shops in the immediate area. Having a separate bedroom and living area is a huge plus.

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9
Superb
1,143 reviews
Price from
US$89
per night

Featuring mountain views, Arthur's Pass Ecolodge provides accommodation with balcony, around 13 km from Arthur's Pass National Park. With river views, this accommodation features a patio. The homestay features family rooms.

For guests with children, the homestay offers a baby safety gate. Ski storage space is available on-site and skiing can be enjoyed within close proximity of Arthur's Pass Ecolodge. The view is as amazing as it appears in the advert, and the bed was super comfortable. Helen is an amazing hostess, she made us feel so welcome in her special home, cooked a delicious breakfast (bread straight from the oven!) and shared lots of great advice for our trip.

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9.3
Superb
142 reviews
Price from
US$107
per night

Situated in Castle Hill, 17 km from Broken River Ski Field, Forest Lodge features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities. 19 km from Craigieburn and 23 km from Porters, the hostel provides ski storage space. Guests can enjoy mountain views. This place is adorable and awesome to get your forest lodge experience. Margie, the care taker, is a beautiful soul and made us feel right at home

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9.2
Superb
115 reviews
Price from
US$29
per night

The Nook, a property with an open-air bath, a garden and barbecue facilities, is located in Arthur's Pass, 1.4 km from Devils Punchbowl Falls, 4.9 km from Temple Basin, as well as 47 km from Broken River Ski Field. The property features river and garden views, and is 400 metres from Arthur's Pass Train Station. The property is non-smoking and is set 700 metres from Arthur's Pass National Park.

Skiing and hiking are possible within the area, and the apartment offers ski storage space. Peaceful and relaxing. Nice and cosy and great bathroom and views

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9.5
Exceptional
158 reviews
Price from
US$138
per night

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 10 km from Mt Hutt Lodge, while Exibition Quad Chair is 10 km from the property. The nearest airport is Christchurch International Airport, 71 km from the property. A lovely place to stay that I would recommend to anybody! Eating in for dinner is great too, the owners are the kindliest people ever and it was great to chat with them -- thanks very much for your hospitality!! Room was so clean too, and had such pretty views all around and stars at night.

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9.1
Superb
266 reviews
Price from
US$92
per night

Just 5 minutes’ walk from Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve, this holiday park features a coin-operated laundry and gas BBQs. Families can relax with 2 TV rooms, a children’s playground and a petanque court.

Hanmer Springs TOP 10 Holiday Park is located next to a forest reserve with walking and mountain biking tracks. Guests can hire fun pedal karts for use within the park. The beautiful new two bed cottages are excellent!

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9.2
Superb
400 reviews
Price from
US$94
per night

Settlers is a 5-star boutique motel offering comfort and privacy, in the village of Hanmer Springs. The motel is centrally located, just a short walk from the village’s popular thermal pools, shops, and restaurants.

Guests can enjoy many leisure activities in the natural surroundings, including hiking, kayaking, skiing and mountain biking. Comfortable spacious rooms with handy kitchenette, lovely bathroom and a very comfy bed! Free towels offered for use at local thermal spa.

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9.4
Superb
665 reviews
Price from
US$134
per night

The spacious apartment has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a patio with mountain views. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Windwhistle, like skiing, cycling and fishing. The apartment has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Modern and cosy with beautiful views of the mountains

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9.2
Superb
5 reviews
Price from
US$125
per night

Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Hanmer Springs, like skiing, cycling and hiking. An indoor play area is also available at 10 Rippingale Road, while guests can also relax in the garden. Beautiful, comfortable home. We loved our stay, had everything we needed.

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9.2
Superb
15 reviews
Price from
US$163
per night

Guests at the chalet will be able to enjoy activities in and around Castle Hill, like skiing, horse riding and windsurfing. If you would like to discover the area, cycling, fishing and canoeing are possible in the surroundings. Beautiful home, very clean and tidy but also welcoming. We loved staying here in this cute little village.

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9.7
Exceptional
18 reviews
Price from
US$126
per night

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