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A building with a glass door, wooden shutters, and a covered outdoor seating area with picnic tables.

1. Lakes Edge Lodge

Lakes Edge Lodge
1.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (27 reviews)
"Great location on the lake front"
Australia
Justin
The price is ฿1,886
฿2,169 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Lakes Edge Lodge
A modern room with large windows offering a view of a lake and mountains. There are two sofas and a wicker chair.

2. Haka House Lake Tekapo

Haka House Lake Tekapo
5.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (436 reviews)
"Pretty good!"
Australia
Yuyu
The price is ฿4,837
฿5,562 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Haka House Lake Tekapo
A golf course with a flag, a person standing, and another person sitting on the grass.

3. Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel

Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel
2.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (155 reviews)
"Lovely staff and a really neat property with all the animals. "
New Zealand
Rachel
The price is ฿2,412
฿2,773 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Tailor Made Tekapo - Hostel
A group of people dining at a buffet with various dishes displayed in bowls.

4. LyLo Christchurch Airport

LyLo Christchurch Airport
5.0 star property
Christchurch Airport
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
The price is ฿1,867
฿2,147 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
LyLo Christchurch Airport
A hotel room with a large bed, floral bedspread, a view of greenery outside, and a window with curtains.

5. Gladstone Grand Hotel

Gladstone Grand Hotel
2.0 star property
Fairlie
5.4 out of 10, (61 reviews)
"Basic accommodation but good for the price."
Australia
Brig
The price is ฿1,745
฿2,007 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Gladstone Grand Hotel
A wooden cabin with a porch, a hammock, and a picnic table.

6. The Barn Cabins & Camp

The Barn Cabins & Camp
2.0 star property
Marahau
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (182 reviews)
"It was a very nice stay"
Australia
Torin
The price is ฿1,425
฿1,639 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
The Barn Cabins & Camp
A bed with a swan-shaped pillow and a swan-shaped blanket.

7. Atlantis Backpackers

Atlantis Backpackers
2.0 star property
Picton
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Very sweet place."
Australia
Yu Chen
The price is ฿1,165
฿1,340 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Atlantis Backpackers
A pathway leading to a wooden structure surrounded by dense ferns and trees.

8. Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel

Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel
2.0 star property
Te Miko
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (213 reviews)
"Nice quiet place "
Canada
Doug
The price is ฿1,499
฿1,724 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Te Nikau Retreat - Hostel
A night scene with two chairs on a wooden deck under a starry sky.

9. Eden's Edge Lodge

Eden's Edge Lodge
5.0 star property
Riwaka
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (166 reviews)
"Great location and Lodge. We really enjoyed our stay. "
United Kingdom
Marco
The price is ฿2,644
฿3,041 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Eden's Edge Lodge
A large, white, two-story house with a grey roof, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

10. The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel

The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel
2.0 star property
Motueka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (131 reviews)
"Great spot for our overnight stay. Easy walk to restaurants & supermarket"
New Zealand
Brent
The price is ฿1,993
฿2,291 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
The White Elephant Accommodation - Hostel
A terrace with wooden tables and benches, a view of mountains, and a body of water in the distance.

11. Kinloch Wilderness Retreat

Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
4.0 star property
Kinloch
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (151 reviews)
"Beautiful location, clean comfortable room, great food and friendly and welcoming staff"
Australia
Patricia
The price is ฿4,172
฿4,798 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Kinloch Wilderness Retreat
A wooden cabin room with a bed, a desk, and a mirror.

12. Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook

Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook
4.5 star property
Mount Cook
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (112 reviews)
"Clean room, well equipped kitchen, amazing views and the Sauna was great after a day hiking"
United States
Annabelle
The price is ฿7,962
฿9,156 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook
A balcony with a glass railing, a chair, and a table.

13. Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers

Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers
2.0 star property
Picton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (228 reviews)
"Nice place to stay. We weren't there for long, only a night, but the staff seemed friendly and the room was nice"
United Kingdom
Darren
The price is ฿1,124
฿1,293 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Tombstone Motel, Lodge & Backpackers
A wooden interior with a table and chairs, a view of a mountain, and a sign with text.

14. LyLo Queenstown

LyLo Queenstown
5.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (763 reviews)
"Top notch, helpful staff and a very comfortable stay."
United States
Dana
The price is ฿3,510
฿4,037 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
LyLo Queenstown
A building with a sign reading "Global Village Backpackers Lodge" against a sunset backdrop.

15. Global Village Backpackers

Global Village Backpackers
2.0 star property
Central Greymouth
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (149 reviews)
The price is ฿1,517
฿1,745 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Global Village Backpackers
A pathway leading through a garden with a red mailbox labeled 'NO CIRCULARS' and the number '10'.

16. Tasman Bay Backpackers

Tasman Bay Backpackers
2.0 star property
The Wood
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (148 reviews)
"Super friendly and awesome space. Bea backpackers I have stayed in. "
New Zealand
Stuart
The price is ฿1,533
฿1,763 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Tasman Bay Backpackers
A modern interior with a view of a lake and mountains. It includes a bar area with stools and a kitchen counter.

17. Absoloot Hostel Queenstown

Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (172 reviews)
"Lovely, clean hostel with friendly staff."
United States
Cara
The price is ฿4,343
฿4,994 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Absoloot Hostel Queenstown
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

18. The Duke Hostel

The Duke Hostel
2.0 star property
Greymouth
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (83 reviews)
"Nice place, clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The welcome was warm and friendly."
New Zealand
Marlene
The price is ฿1,324
฿1,523 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
The Duke Hostel
A balcony with a view of a street, stone wall, and a row of chairs.

19. Nomads Queenstown Backpackers

Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
2.0 star property
Queenstown City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (770 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay at Nomads. Lovely enquire room with just the right amount of space for two adults. Staff were more than happy to help and provide recommendations for activities and eateries. We will deff be back in future."
Australia
Reyne
The price is ฿3,456
฿3,975 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Nomads Queenstown Backpackers
A person sitting on a grassy hill overlooking a coastal landscape with clear water and rocky formations.

20. Kaikoura Seaside Lodge

Kaikoura Seaside Lodge
2.0 star property
Kaikoura
7.4 out of 10, Good, (16 reviews)
"Great views from the room and the kitchen dining areas."
Australia
Jan
The price is ฿1,517
฿1,745 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Kaikoura Seaside Lodge
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Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport

10/10 Excellent
"I recommend this hotel. This is great hotel."
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Sudima Christchurch Airport

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Accommodation
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Lowest Price
฿1,293
Highest Price
฿9,156