Dunedin & Otago
A good option for families, this older motel has been fully renovated and the units are smart, comfortable and excellent value. Nice touches like fresh…
Must-see hotels in New Zealand
Queenstown
This little hostel sits on a quiet hillside west of the town centre. There are no bunks but no en suites either. The views from the deck are like a…
Christchurch & Canterbury
Modern, spotless and central, Tussock Peak has colourful decor and friendly service. Units come in studio or one- and two-bedroom incarnations; some have…
Queenstown & Wanaka
These old-fashioned A-frame units have a family-friendly stamp. If the kids still have energy after a day’s travelling, wear them out in the swimming pool…
Christchurch & Canterbury
Once a vicarage, this relaxed hostel has bunk-free dorms and wood-trimmed bathrooms. Tucked just behind is Little Tree Studio, a self-contained unit…
Coromandel Peninsula
The Mahamudra Centre is a serene Tibetan Buddhist retreat with a stupa, meditation hall and regular meditation courses. It offers simple accommodation in…
Waikato & the Coromandel Peninsula
This water’s edge campground looks shabby from the road but has comfortable cottages, plus cabins and camping with shared bathrooms. Two-hour kayak hire…
The West Coast
This basic DOC campsite with 40 unpowered sites occupies a prime spot on grassy terraces with grandstand views of Lake Kaniere and bushy surrounding hills…
Coromandel Peninsula
At Stony Bay, where the east coast road terminates, there’s a DOC campsite with toilets and cold-water showers, and a small DOC-run bach (holiday home)…
Christchurch
One of the many motels along the Riccarton Rd strip, this modern two-storey block offers clean, well-proportioned units ranging from studios to two…
Hauraki Gulf Islands
Hidden among the trees, this three-bedroom house offers sea views, birdsong and solar power. Arm yourself with a glass of wine and stake a place on the…
Christchurch & Canterbury
Only five minutes' walk from the town centre, these modern motel rooms have double-glazing, flat-screen TVs and even stylish wallpaper. Larger studios…
Dunedin & Otago
The four split-level units at this wood-lined motel are spacious and comfortable. Each has two bedrooms, a full kitchen and a balcony with views over the…
Wanaka
The patios at this old-fashioned concrete-block motel open onto a grassy lawn edged by a gently flowing creek. It also has a barbecue, hot tub and plunge…
Christchurch & Canterbury
Wood-panelled ceilings add a rustic quality to these cosy, well-equipped, self-contained A-frame chalets, available as studios or one- and two-bedroom…
Waikato & the Coromandel Peninsula
All the spacious units in this chalet-style motel are immaculately maintained and have double spa baths and decent kitchens. It’s a 10-minute walk to town.
Coromandel Peninsula
Strangely planted in a suburban neighbourhood, this small holiday park is comfortable and clean, with playgrounds, trampoline, swimming pool and pool…
Christchurch
Colombo's attractive units are equipped with Sky TV, CD players, double-glazed windows and spa baths. Options range from studios to two-bedroom apartments.
Christchurch & Canterbury
You can camp at Klondyke Corner, 8km south of Arthur’s Pass. There are toilets, but otherwise facilities are basic, with only stream water for boiling.
Waikato & the Coromandel Peninsula
A slick purpose-built hostel 1km from the village with a warm welcome, a warmer wood fire in the woody lounge area, and an outdoor pool and tennis court.
Dunedin & Otago
Occupying a small field above the road into town, this complex offers powered sites, basic cabins (bring your own linen) and fully equipped motel units.
Auckland
This minimotel has two units in the tidy back garden. They’re modern, clean, self-contained and in a quiet location close to Devonport's attractions.
Coromandel Peninsula
The small DOC-run Fantail Bay campsite, 23km north of Colville, has running water and a couple of long-drop toilets under the shade of puriri trees.
Coromandel Peninsula
This upmarket backpacker-motel combo has its own gold mine, glowworm cave, small heated swimming pool and spa. The 2nd-floor units have harbour views.
Avalanche Creek Shelter Campsite
Christchurch & Canterbury
You can camp within Arthur’s Pass township at this basic public shelter, opposite the DOC, where there’s stream water, a sink, tables and toilets.
Waikato & the Coromandel Peninsula
A quiet, well-maintained camping ground with lots of green, green grass. The emphasis is on tents and vans here, but the cabins and units are fine.
Westland Tai Poutini National Park
Rustic log cabins on the outside with neutral decor on the inside, Rainforest is a tidy, good-value option with epic mountain views from its lawns.
Waiheke Island
In Whakanewha Regional Park, this pretty but basic waterfront camping ground has toilets, outdoor cold showers, gas barbecues and drinking water.
Coromandel Peninsula
There’s a large DOC campsite at Waikawau Bay, which has a summer-only store. Campsite facilities include flush toilets and cold-water showers.
Coromandel Peninsula
The Fletcher Bay Backpackers is a simple affair that has four rooms with four bunks in each. Bring sheets and food. It’s 37km from Colville.
Waihi Beach Top 10 Holiday Resort
Coromandel Peninsula
This massive, resort-style holiday park is pretty darn flash, with a pool, gym, spa, beautiful kitchen and a smorgasbord of sleeping options.
Bay of Islands & Northland
Just west of town, this older but renovated motel has 14 well-kept units with fridges, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and ample parking.
Coromandel Peninsula
Around 30km north of Colville is the Port Jackson campsite, a large DOC site right on the beach with running water and barbecue facilities.
Christchurch & Canterbury
You can camp for free at Hawdon Shelter, 24km south of Arthur’s Pass. Facilities are limited to toilets and stream water for boiling.
Coromandel Peninsula
A friendly and grassy park with the bonus of an on-site craft brewery. What’s not to like?
Waikato & the Coromandel Peninsula
Wake up to a bird orchestra among the oaks at this site equipped with a grass tennis court, gym and hot pool, 2km southeast of town.
Waikato & the Coromandel Peninsula
Rustic but comfortable accommodation around the halfway point of the Timber Trail. It gets rave reviews for its home cooking.
Waikato & the Coromandel Peninsula
Located in the Whareorino Forest, the 16-bunk DOC-run Leitch’s Hut is hiker-friendly, with a toilet, water and wood stove.
Abel Tasman National Park
Walk- or boat-in beachside campsite at Torrent Bay Village, where there is a collection of holiday homes – lucky people!
Parnell & Newmarket
More than 100 motel rooms and units are available in this renovated complex. The newer north wing has great harbour views.
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