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CHCQueenstownJanuary 5 to January 10NZ$408
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Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

4.5 out of 5
77 Manapouri - Te Anau Highway, Te Anau
The price is NZ$109 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
NZ$109
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified holiday park in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Nice and calm stay
"Space is beautiful, really close by the lake - we really only need to cross the road. The place is like a camping park, quiet vibes with a lot of families and groups of friends. Check in was nice and easy and you are aloud to bring the car inside of the park. Overall, it was a nice an calm stay."

Reviewed on 21 Dec. 2024

Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels
Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

5 out of 5
128 Te Anau Terrace, Te Anau
Stay at this 5-star luxury holiday park in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (693 reviews)
"Great spot, very nice people both on staff and other travelers"

Reviewed on 17 Dec. 2024

Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau
Ibis Styles Invercargill

Ibis Styles Invercargill

3 out of 5
15 Tay Street, Invercargill
The price is NZ$129 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Invercargill. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (934 reviews)
"Staff is too good even helpful afterhours."

Reviewed on 15 Dec. 2024

Ibis Styles Invercargill
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Fiordland Hotel

Fiordland Hotel

3 out of 5
91 Luxmore Drive, Te Anau
The price is NZ$215 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
NZ$215
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Te Anau. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (497 reviews)
"Will definitely stay again if we visit the South Island. Friendly staff, quiet at night, and best location to spend a night before going to Milford Sound the next morning. Lovely & friendly staff ❤️"

Reviewed on 13 Dec. 2024

Fiordland Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels With Airport Transportation

Admiral Court Motel & Apartments

Admiral Court Motel & Apartments

4 out of 5
327 Tay Street, Invercargill
The price is NZ$143 per night from 24 Dec to 25 Dec
NZ$143
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Stay at this 4-star motel in Invercargill. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (212 reviews)
"Excellent welcome - and very clean, quiet and safe."

Reviewed on 29 Nov. 2024

Admiral Court Motel & Apartments
Alpine View Motel

Alpine View Motel

3.5 out of 5
15 Quintin Drive, Te Anau
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Luxmore Jet and Fiordland Cinema are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (288 reviews)
Warm welcome on steroid
"The room was extremely comfortable with lots of amenities. The extraordinarily positive greeting from John was a highlight."

Reviewed on 17 Apr. 2023

Alpine View Motel
Ascot Park Hotel

Ascot Park Hotel

4 out of 5
Corner of Tay Street & Racecourse Road, Invercargill
The price is NZ$159 per night from 26 Dec to 27 Dec
NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Invercargill. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (749 reviews)
"Clean and well managed"

Reviewed on 9 Dec. 2024

Ascot Park Hotel
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City Court

City Court

2 out of 5
81 Queens Drive, Invercargill, Richmond
The price is NZ$106 per night from 30 Dec to 31 Dec
NZ$106
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Stay at this motel in Invercargill. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions First Presbyterian Church and St. John's Anglican Church ...
8/10 Very Good! (94 reviews)
"Great stay and awesome customer service."

Reviewed on 16 Nov. 2024

City Court
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Lakeside Motel & Apartments

Lakeside Motel & Apartments

3.5 out of 5
36 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau
The price is NZ$253 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
NZ$253
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Luxmore Jet and Fiordland National Park Visitor ...
9/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"Right by the lake. Walkable to town center. Service and room were great. Excellent views from lake facing rooms."

Reviewed on 14 Dec. 2024

Lakeside Motel & Apartments
Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

5 out of 5
128 Te Anau Terrace, Te Anau
Stay at this 5-star luxury holiday park in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (693 reviews)
"Great spot, very nice people both on staff and other travelers"

Reviewed on 17 Dec. 2024

Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau
Fiordland Lakeview Motel and Apartments

Fiordland Lakeview Motel and Apartments

4 out of 5
42 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau
The price is NZ$290 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
NZ$290
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star beach motel in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (671 reviews)
"Great apartment in a great location. Short walk to shops and restaurants."

Reviewed on 11 Dec. 2024

Fiordland Lakeview Motel and Apartments
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Aden Motel

Aden Motel

3 out of 5
57-59 Quintin Drive, Te Anau
The price is NZ$264 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
NZ$264
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly motel in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (451 reviews)
Clean Spacious Convenient
"This motel has decent provisions with a kitchenette, large bed and good sized bathroom. Its nice park close to your room door so luggage transfer is a breeze. Nice to sit out on your own patio or the larger table in the lawn. Laundry facility worked out well. The front desk hostess was helpful with ..."

Reviewed on 17 Dec. 2024

Aden Motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau

5 out of 5
128 Te Anau Terrace, Te Anau
Stay at this 5-star luxury holiday park in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (693 reviews)
"Great spot, very nice people both on staff and other travelers"

Reviewed on 17 Dec. 2024

Tasman Holiday Parks - Te Anau
Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels

4.5 out of 5
77 Manapouri - Te Anau Highway, Te Anau
The price is NZ$109 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
NZ$109
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified holiday park in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Nice and calm stay
"Space is beautiful, really close by the lake - we really only need to cross the road. The place is like a camping park, quiet vibes with a lot of families and groups of friends. Check in was nice and easy and you are aloud to bring the car inside of the park. Overall, it was a nice an calm stay."

Reviewed on 21 Dec. 2024

Te Anau Lakeview Holiday Park & Motels
Lakeside Motel & Apartments

Lakeside Motel & Apartments

3.5 out of 5
36 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau
The price is NZ$253 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
NZ$253
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Te Anau. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Luxmore Jet and Fiordland National Park Visitor ...
9/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"Right by the lake. Walkable to town center. Service and room were great. Excellent views from lake facing rooms."

Reviewed on 14 Dec. 2024

Lakeside Motel & Apartments
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Birchwood Cottages

Birchwood Cottages

3 out of 5
208 Milford Road, Te Anau
The price is NZ$400 per night from 9 Jan to 10 Jan
NZ$400
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2025
Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Fiordland Cinema and Luxmore Jet are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (148 reviews)
"Ray was super helpful and communicated with us well. Especially appreciated the heating, especially the electric mattress heating."

Reviewed on 23 Nov. 2024

Birchwood Cottages
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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What are the cheapest days to fly?

Here’s an insider tip: Tuesday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flight booked on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Tuesday generally had the lowest average price. Wotif data also shows Wednesdays and Fridays generally have the highest average ticket prices according to our demand data.

What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?

Guess what? Saturday is actually the best day to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights purchased on Saturdays had the lowest airfares on average. Thursday, on the other hand, can be the most expensive day of the week to buy your airfare, with generally a higher than average ticket value.

What is the cheapest month to fly?

When comparing 2021 flight demand on Wotif.co.nz, September is one of the cheapest months to fly, when ticket prices are generally at their lowest. May is a close second for the cheapest time to fly. The months December and January are often the most expensive ones to travel, with higher than average ticket prices, so plan ahead and book early for your travel plans.

How far in advance can you book a flight?

Are you a super organised traveller? Even though not all airlines release their fares a year in advance, you can start researching your flights 12 months in advance for many carriers. It’s good to book your international flights to popular destinations early, particularly in peak holiday periods. According to Wotif’s 2021 travel trends, last minute planners can also bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 1-2 weeks prior to travel.

*According to flight demand on Wotif.co.nz from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.