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BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street Christchurch
The price is CA $57 per night from May 1 to May 2
CA $57
CA $66 total
May 1 - May 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Great, central location. The staff was friendly and helpful and the room was clean and well maintained.

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026

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Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

3.5 out of 5
10 Smith Street Dunedin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $125 per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
CA $125
CA $144 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
The room itself was nice, two comfy big beds and a small bar fridge so just what we needed really. The bathroom though was pretty outdated, a few ratty old fixtures that could do with replacing like the broken toilet seat and towel holders etc. Everything still useable and wasn’t a major concern ...

Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

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Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

3.5 out of 5
45 Roydvale Avenue Christchurch
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $96 per night from May 17 to May 18
CA $96
CA $112 total
May 17 - May 18
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Great food in the on site restaurant. Spacous comfortable room.

Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026

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Archway Motel & Chalets

Archway Motel & Chalets

3 out of 5
64 Hedditch Street Wanaka
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $157 per night from May 16 to May 17
CA $157
CA $186 total
May 16 - May 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Wānaka. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Wānaka Golf ...
9/10 Wonderful! (411 reviews)
Our room was beautiful, like a luxury hotel. In addition there was a fridge/freezer , microwave and induction burners. Conveniently located to restaurants, the lake and Haast Pass. Great affordable lodging!

Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026

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Hotel Give

Hotel Give

3.5 out of 5
12 Hereford Street Christchurch
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $56 per night from May 3 to May 4
CA $56
CA $64 total
May 3 - May 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Excellent location, lots of nearby restaurants and activity but also very quiet.

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026

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Fiordland Hotel

Fiordland Hotel

3 out of 5
1 Burnby Drive Te Anau
The price is CA $93 per night from May 4 to May 5
CA $93
CA $107 total
May 4 - May 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Te Anau. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (683 reviews)
Property is dated, and need of updating. Bed uncomfortable

Reviewed on Apr 15, 2026

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The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel

3 out of 5
2 Rapuwai Lane Lake Tekapo Canterbury
The price is CA $133 per night from May 11 to May 12
CA $133
CA $154 total
May 11 - May 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (659 reviews)
The room was clean and had a view of the lake. The bed was comfortable. While the hotel is basic, I don't think it deserves the reviews it has received. It is a good, clean, comfortable stay. The price is more than I would expect in the city because it is in the middle of the South Island in a Dark ...

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

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Pinewood Queenstown

Pinewood Queenstown

3 out of 5
48 Hamilton Road Queenstown
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $81 per night from May 17 to May 18
CA $81
CA $94 total
May 17 - May 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Queenstown. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (726 reviews)
Facility a bit dated but clean. Has the feel of a hostel, adequate but bare-bones.

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026

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Te Anau Manapouri Lake Hotel

Te Anau Manapouri Lake Hotel

3 out of 5
68 Catherdral Drive Manapouri
The price is CA $107 per night from Apr 30 to May 1
CA $107
CA $124 total
Apr 30 - May 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Manapouri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
6.6/10 (848 reviews)
Clean room but shared facilities outside and away from building.

Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

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Galaxy Boutique Hotel

Galaxy Boutique Hotel

3.5 out of 5
53 Darchiac Dr Lake Tekapo Canterbury
The price is CA $343 per night from May 12 to May 13
CA $343
CA $394 total
May 12 - May 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (437 reviews)
An enjoyable overnight stay- very comfortable bed with great sheets - liked the fact you could open the windows. No issues with the Wi-Fi and breakfast was good with several choices. Overall - very good.

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026

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