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Driftaway Queenstown

Queenstown

At the resort, the rooms include a desk, bed linen and a balcony with a mountain view. Each room comes with a kettle, while some rooms are fitted with a kitchenette with a stovetop. All rooms at Driftaway Queenstown are fitted with a seating area and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Modern design, very clean, and still very new. Awesome view right in front of the lake. Very near to Queenstown airport. Peaceful surrounding. A very recommended place to stay! Oh and also the community area and kids playground are great.

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9.3
Superb
609 reviews
Price from
£100
per night

Te Mahia Bay Resort

Kenepuru Sounds

Te Mahia Bay Resort offers accommodation in Kenepuru Sounds and can only be reached by water access. The resort has a barbecue and a private beach area.

A TV with satellite channels. All rooms have lounges and seating areas to relax after a busy day. Enjoy a cup of tea from your balcony or patio. Each room includes a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hair dryer. From the views on arrival, to the staff and rooms to the beach. The views were magical. The Bay was warm and inviting for swimming, snorkeling, and kayaking . Amazing location and resort. The Tinkler food was really good and the coffee shop was good.

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9.3
Superb
170 reviews
Price from
£94
per night

Vintners Retreat 5 stars

Blenheim

The Vintners Retreat offers self-catering, villa accommodation in the heart of Marlborough. New Zealand’s best wineries are minutes by car. Villas are well-appointed, with free Wi-Fi.

The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, tennis courts and expansive BBQ area. Each villa overlooks green surroundings. It was peaceful and quiet. Located close to winerys. Bed was so so comfortable. The manager was really friendly and welcoming.

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9.1
Superb
158 reviews
Price from
£200
per night

Millbrook Resort 5 stars

Arrowtown

Accommodation options at Millbrook Resort accommodation includes open-plan Deluxe Studios, spacious One and Two Bedroom Suites with a fully equipped kitchen and a variety of luxurious Resort Homes. All accommodation offer great views of the mountains, golf course or resort grounds. We didn't book meals in advance, but the staff made sure we got access to the dining halls when it was convenient.

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9.1
Superb
652 reviews
Price from
£219
per night

The Lodge At Te Rawa 4 stars

Te Rawa

Located in Te Rawa in the Marlborough Region, 26 km from Picton, The Lodge At Te Rawa is accessible by boat only and features a barbecue and a private beach area. The resort has a sun terrace and views of the sea, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. Everything, absolutely awesome people and location, had the best sleeps I’ve had for ages ♥️

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9.6
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
£137
per night

Rosewood Matakauri 5 stars

Queenstown

Facilities include a luxury day spa, outdoor heated infinity swimming pool with spa pool, and a fully equipped fitness centre. The lodge’s stylish shared lounge and dining spaces feature open fireplaces. Beautiful and stunning property in a peaceful location close to town. Incredible food and service and amenities

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9.1
Superb
13 reviews
Price from
£771
per night

Adrift In Golden Bay- Absolute Beachfront Villas 5 stars

Collingwood

Situated on a 10-acre property, 18 km north of Takaka, Adrift In Golden Bay- Absolute Beachfront Villas Cottages & Apartments offers access to a private beach. Free Wi-Fi is available at the property.

All rooms at Adrift In Golden Bay- Absolute Beachfront Villas come with open-plan living areas, beach views and outdoor barbecue facilities Private, quiet nestled amongst beautiful scenery

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9.6
Exceptional
33 reviews
Price from
£195
per night

Bay of Many Coves 5 stars

Arthur's Bay

The 5-star resort in Queen Charlotte Sound, Marlborough offers luxurious apartments with free Wi-Fi and a private balcony overlooking the bay. The resort has a fine dining restaurant with an extensive list of New Zealand wines. we had the time of our life! thank you 🫶

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9.2
Superb
45 reviews
Price from
£570
per night

Azur Lodge 5 stars

Fern Hill, Queenstown

Azur Lodge offers private villas in a secluded part of Sunshine Bay. It features panoramic views of Lake Wakatipu, free Wi-Fi and a private shuttle service. It is a 5-minute drive to central Queenstown. the Azur Lodge is on our favorites list! the views from the villas are spectacular and the service is personalized and attentive. All of their team members are personable and make you feel as you are their only guest.

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9.7
Exceptional
65 reviews
Price from
£781
per night

Rainforest Retreat 4 stars

Franz Josef

Deep In the heart of west coast glacier country, Rainforest Retreat offers a range of accommodation set amongst lush native bush in the Franz Josef township.

Rainforest Retreat offers a range of accommodation from luxury tree huts to backpackers rooms. The accommodation was incredible! It was a such a tranquil location, the room was gorgeously styled and the bed was like a cloud.

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8.7
Fabulous
1,639 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

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