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Located in Otira, 12 km from Devils Punchbowl Falls, Rata Lodge Accommodation provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is around 13 km from Arthur's Pass Train Station, 14 km from Arthur's Pass National Park and 8.6 km from Temple Basin. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

All units in the hostel are equipped with a kettle. At Rata Lodge Accommodation every room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, and a patio with a mountain view. Loved the experience! The owners are very kind and helpful, they explained everything and the place had everything I needed. WiFi was good as well, which was a plus considering how remote the place is.

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9.3
Wonderful
387 reviews

Global Village Travellers Lodge has free bikes, fitness centre, a garden and shared lounge in Greymouth. Located around 1.6 km from Greymouth Railway Station, the hostel is also 43 km away from Punakaiki Scenic Attraction. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and free WiFi. I loved how interior is decorated because it feels more cosy. Nice big common area and comfortable beds! A short walk, maybe 10 min to the town centre.

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9.3
Wonderful
996 reviews
Price from
$25
per night

Wild Kea Lodge Franz Josef offers a modern accommodation across three wings in the Franz Josef Glacier Village, just a10-minute drive from Franz Josef Glacier and 30-40 minutes for Fox Glacier.

- Weka Wing (Rooms 1-24) Comfortable with essential amenities. This 'hostel' is newly finished with a comfy room, clean shared bathrooms (loo and shower in one room plus single loo and single shower room). Espresso machine in the dining room, free of charge, and spacious kitchen prep area plus large dining area. Floral art work to brighten the halls. Warm scones offered on arrival. Probably the best hostel we've ever stayed in and reasonably priced compared to other hostels. Right off the main road. Just a few minutes walk to the local grocery shop.

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8.9
Excellent
1,661 reviews
Price from
$63
per night

Ivorytowers Accommodation is situated opposite Westland National Park rainforest and mountains, just a 4-minute walk from Fox Glacier Village. Guests can enjoy a hot tub surrounded by native bush land, a sauna and free WiFi. Great location. Close to forest with Glowworms. Nice jacuzzi as a surprise.

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8.3
Very Good
1,858 reviews
Price from
$20
per night

Glow Worm Accommodation is located in the center of Franz Josef and offers a range of shared dormitory rooms and private en suite rooms. Free unlimited WiFi is included.

All rooms include a free vegetable soup in the evening as well as BBQ facilities and free use of the spa pool. Everything, one of the Best places I've stayed in NZ.

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8.2
Very Good
2,009 reviews
Price from
$18
per night

Kumara Historic Cottages features a garden, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Kumara. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property.

All units at the hostel are equipped with a private bathroom and bed linen. reservation staff were outstanding

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8
Very Good
172 reviews
Price from
$116
per night

Set in Greymouth, 10 km from Greymouth Railway Station, Brunnerton Lodge and Backpackers offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hostel has family rooms. It’s hard to beat the value of this place. The place is qwirky and fun. There is a tavern attached that’s open a few nights a week. All private rooms with a communal kitchen and common area. John the host is super friendly and helpful.

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8
Very Good
356 reviews
Price from
$33
per night

Located in the centre of Greymouth, The Duke Hostel offers free unlimited WiFi throughout the property and a fully equipped guest kitchen. The property is walking distance to the bus stop, train station, cycle trail, cafes and shops. The The Duke Hostel is a 5-minute walk from Greymouth Train Station and the i-SITE Visitor Information Centre. Rapahoe Beach is a 10-minute drive away. Staff was amazing, room and kitchen very clean

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8.1
Very Good
993 reviews
Price from
$24
per night

Guests can choose between ‘pod’ dormitory rooms or private rooms with a refrigerator, microwave, toaster and electric kettle. Most rooms also have a TV. The pods feature a privacy curtain, a power point and a USB port. The hostel is excellent, great location and comfort. The staff are always helpful helping and giving tips on everything in the region. Wonderful breakfast and the soup at night was amazing, I didn't expect so much, I felt at home.

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7.3
Good
1,105 reviews
Price from
$16
per night

Situated in Ruatapu, 50 km from Greymouth Railway Station, Lake Mahinapua Hotel has a number of amenities including a garden, a restaurant, a bar and free WiFi. The hostel has a hot tub and evening entertainment. Absolutely everything! Wonderful staff, friendly and accommodating Perfect location! Walked to the ocean, drove 2 minutes to the lake. We loved our accommodations! Lovely lovely lovely. Best fish and chops ever!

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7.2
Good
191 reviews
Price from
$86
per night

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