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alpine lodge - nelson lakes

alpine lodge

Superb accommodation for couples, families and groups. An architecturally styled lodge in a natural setting at the very edge of Nelson Lakes National Park. Close to many outdoor activites.

Their offer to you: 10% discount off your room rate if you dine at their restaurant for breakfast or dinner.

Located on Main Road, St Arnaud, Nelson Lakes.
Phone: 03-521 1869.

171 on high motel - blenheim

171 on high motel

12 luxury architecturally designed, self-contained units with spa baths. Only 3 minutes to restaurants and bars and 4 minutes to the town centre.

Their offer to you: 5% discount if you prebook, when staying 2 or more nights (excludes Public Holidays).

Accepts Mastercard and Visa.
You can find them at 171 High Street, Blenheim.
Phone: 03-579 5098.

alpine view motel - kaikoura

alpine view motel

Twelve spacious studio and family motel apartments are ground floor, and set away from the road in a lawn and garden setting. All are fully self-contained and serviced daily. A children's playground, gas barbeque and guest laundry is available for use.

Their offer to you: 10% off rack rates, 12th night free and AA rewards).

Situated at 146 Beach Road, Kaikoura.
Phone: 03 319 5429..

kaikoura gateway motor lodge - kaikoura

kaikoura gateway motor lodge

Newly built and situated a few minutes walk to all the action of Kaikoura Town, they are ideally situated for you to enjoy your stay. They have a solar heated swimming pool, spa, sauna and barbecue. For the children, a playground is close by.

Their offer to you: 10% discount off rack rates (excl. Public Holidays).

Located at 16/18 Churchill Street, SH1, Kaikoura.
Phone: 03 319 6070.

clearwater motels - kaikoura

Clearwater Motels

These waterfront motels are fully self contained including a kitchen. The "sea-view" units have fantastic views of the ocean and mountains and are walking distance to the town cente. They have an off road parking area and a childrens play ground and swimming pool is only 200 metres away.

Their offer to you: 5% discount.

You can find them at 168 Esplanade, Kaikoura.
Phone: 03-319 5326.

lake brunner country motel and cabin lodge - moana

lake brunner country motel

New, fully self-contained, lodge quality accomodation, the timber cottages are positioned for your privacy in a village style setting. They are at ease with the environment, and contribute to a warm and relaxing ambience with no neighbour noise.

Their offer to you: 10% discount on cottages and cabin's (min. 2 nights stay, not avail. public and school hol's).

Located at 2014 Arnold Valley Road, Moana, Central West Coast.
Phone: 03-738 0144.

neptunes backpackers - greymouth

neptunes backpackers

Rooms are bright and spacious. All beds are fully made-up with sheets and duvets. There are no bunks - all new individual beds with bed-side reading lamp. Most rooms have a washbasin, and double rooms have a queen-sized bed. Self-controlled heaters in all rooms for individual comfort.

Their offer to you: $2 off per person.

Located at 43 Gresson Street, Greymouth.
Phone: 03-768 4425.

new river bluegums bed and breakfast - greymouth

New River Bluegums Bed and Breakfast

Choose between their log and stone family homestead situated on a sheep and cattle farmlet, or a secluded alternative option is the twin luxury wooden self-contained cabins. Sharon and Michael Pugh extend to you a very warm welcome and enjoyable stay.

Their offer to you: 10% discount.

You can find them at 985 Main South Road, Greymouth.
Phone: 03-762 6678.

alpine glacier motor lodge - franz josef

alpine glacier motor lodge

12 units were opened for business 5 years ago and a further 12 brand new units are about to open in December 2004. With a cosy, comfortable feel and big welcome, they accommodate valued guests in their idyllic corner of the world.

Their offer to you: 10% discount off room rates.

Located on Condon Street, Franz Josef.
Phone: them on 03-752 0224.

ascot vale motor lodge - christchurch

ascot vale motor lodge

Ascot Vale Motor Lodge is a modern complex set back from the road, so guests can enjoy quiet units in a central location. Your hosts Michael and Robyn Quinlan offer a warm friendly service and can assist with local knowledge where required.

Their offer to you: 5% discount.

Situated at 296 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch.
Phone: 03-348 0207.

airport lodge motel - christchurch

airport lodge motel

They offer 25 ground floor Christchurch motel accommodation units, maintained to the highest standard, set in spacious park-like grounds with off street parking outside each unit. All units are non-smoking and serviced daily.

Their offer to you: 10% discount.

You can find them at 105 Roydvale Ave, Burnside, Christchurch.
Phone: 03-358 5119.

riccarton holiday park - christchurch

riccarton holiday park

They are ten minutes drive from the airport & city centre and handy to the railway station. Easy walking distance of the Bush Inn shopping centre, supermarkets, restaurants, bus stop & medical centre. They have Lodges, cabins, caravan sites and tent sites.

Their offer to you: 10% discount.

Located at 19 Main South Road, Riccarton, Christchurch.
Phone: 03-348 5690.

298 westside motor lodge - christchurch

westside motor lodge

This stylish and affordable motel is within strolling distance to Bush Inn Centre, where there are a variety of retail outlets, restaurants, cafes and bars. They have 18 units comprising of 1,2, or 3 bedrooms including some spa bath units.

Their offer to you: 7.5% discount (excludes public holidays).

298 Riccarton Road, Christchurch.
Phone: 03-341 7254

lesTroupes apartments - akaroa

Les Troupes Apartments

8 luxury 2-3 bedroom apartments at the warm end of town. Fully fenced, landscaped gardens, courtyard and BBQ area. Private balconies. Lock-up garaging with internal access and undercover parking.

Their offer to you: 10% discount off advertised nightly rates (not available on public holidays).

They are located at 5 Church Street, Akaroa.
Phone 03-304 8055.

la rochelle motel - akaroa

La Rochelle Motel

Built with quality in mind, La Rochelle is Akaroa's newest boutique motel. Designed to provide a relaxing and comfortable stay, each room overlooks a stream and garden with your own private balcony or patio.

Their offer to you: NZ$10 discount per night (min. 2 nights stay).

Find them at 1 Rue Grehan, Akaroa.
Phone 03-304 8762.

mount aspiring hotel - wanaka

Mount Aspiring Hotel

Set on a tree-lined avenue, Mount Aspiring Hotel offers a peaceful, comfortable base from which to enjoy the delights of the area. A natural wood interior is complemented by schist stonework and a large open fire. Private balconies overlook a leafy courtyard with views of the surrounding peaks.

Their offer to you: 20% discount off rack rates.

Located at 109 Mount Aspiring Road, Wanaka.
Phone 03-443 8216.

te wanaka lodge - wanaka

Te Wanaka Lodge

Offering bed & breakfast and cottage accommodation in the heart of Wanaka. Te Wanaka is located in the heart of the Wanaka village which means you can put your car away and stroll to the lake, restaurants, shops and golf course.

Their offer to you: 10% discount off standard room rate (not avail 24 Dec-7 Jan or over Warbirds/Easter Weekends).

Located at 23 Brownston Street, Wanaka.
Phone 03-443 9224.

lomond lodge - queenstown

Lomond Lodge

Situated on a quiet street only 2 minutes leisurely walk to the centre of Queenstown with dozens of restaurants to choose from, great shopping and handy to many of the attractions the town is famous for. The view rooms all with balconies enjoy spectacular views of the Remarkable mountains and Queenstown Bay.

Their offer to you: 5% off 1 night or 10% off extra nights).

Find them at 33 Man Street, Queenstown
Phone 03-442 8235.

gold ridge hotel - queenstown

Gold Ridge Hotel

The Gold Ridge Hotel in Queenstown, combines affordable, clean hotel accommodation, with what is considered by many to be one of the best lake and mountain hotel views in NZ. Stay with them and discover the stunning vistas. They have a full restaurant on the premises (and it too has the most breathtaking views).

Their offer to you: 10% discount on accommodation.

They are located at 594 Frankton Road, Queenstown.
Phone 03-442 6500.

abbey lodge - dunedin

Abby Lodge

Achieving their mission involves complimenting superb accommodation and facilities with a team of committed, service focused 'Southern' Hospitality professionals.

Their offer to you: 5% off rack rates (does not apply over 'Special Events' eg. Major Sporting Events).

Find them at 900 Cumberland Street, Dunedin.
Phone: 03-477 5380.

quality hotel cargills - dunedin

Quality Hotel Cargills

Quality Hotel Cargills presents fifty guest rooms, offering premier hospitality and accommodation all with the convenience of desks for the business traveller. They also offer the choice of corporate suites, studios, twins, and family suites, with spa baths.

Their offer to you: 10% off retail rates.

They are located at 678 George Street, Dunedin.
Phone: 03-477 7983.

alexandra motor lodge - alexandra

Alexandra Motor Lodge

"Challenge us to exceed your expectations".
Fully self-contained ground-floor units, ideally suited for families, groups or the independant traveller. This quiet motor lodge also has a BBQ area and playground for children.

Their offer to you: 10% off rack rates.

Their address is 85 Centennial Ave, Alexandra.
Phone: 03-448 7580.

edgewater motel - teAnau

Edgewater Motel

Picture yourself relaxing on your private balcony in the heart of Fiordland. For the best accommodation location in Te Anau, overlooking Lake Te Anau, New Zealand's second largest lake, and just a few minutes walk to the town centre.

Their offer to you: 10% off room rates.

Find them at 52 Lake Front Drive, TeAnau.
Phone 03-249 7258.

alpenhorn motel - teAnau

Alpenhorn Motel

Join them in Te Anau at their quiet and peaceful motel in the heart of Fiordland. Te Anau is the closest town to Milford Sound. The units are warm and cosy with TV, in-house video, full kitchen facilities, phone, electric blankets and separate shower and toilet. Each unit has its own private garden.

Their offer to you: 6% discount (minimum 2 night stay).

They are situated at 35 Quintin Drive, TeAnau.
Phone 03-249 7147.

southern secret motels - catlins

Southern Secret Motels

Nestled between the southern ocean and the rainforest, in the heart of the Catlins area. Here, you have nature on your doorstep.

Their offer to you: 5% off Motels, Erehwon Luxury Holiday Home and Catlin's Holiday Homes (please ask about payment methods).

Located on Papatowai Highway, RD2, Owaka, Catlins, Otago.
Phone: 03-415 8600.

monarch motel - invercargill

Monarch Motel

Providing you with a range of modern, delightful, warm, affordable accommodation in a peaceful setting. Their attitude is to offer our guests a quality service complete with the renowned southern hospitality. Enjoy their spa pool and sauna.

Their offer to you: 2 adults stay for $198.00 with continental breakfast incl. - minimum 2 nights stay).

Find them at 633 Tay Street, Invercargill.
Phone: 03-217 6114.

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