Curated luxury hotels in Canterbury

Beachfront location! A modern and stylish motel with spacious rooms superbly located on Kaikoura's beachfront road "The Esplanade", with the majority of rooms enjoying magnificent views of the Pacific Ocean and the mighty Kaikoura ranges. Located directly across from the beach we are spoilt with beautiful sunrises, seaviews, sun, sand and the sounds of the ocean. We are within close proximity to the town centre and an assortment of restaurants and food providers who cater to all!

All rooms have an allocated space in our off road carpark which is in a courtyard setting and away from prying eyes. Security cameras keep an eye on everything while you enjoy your visit.

We are Pet Friendly and have rooms specifically for your furry friends to join you while enjoying your stay with us. Please contact the motel directly

When you stay at Aspen Court Motel Franz Josef in Franz Josef Glacier, you'll be in a national park, just steps from Glacier Hot Pools and 5 minutes by foot from Westcoast Wildlife Centre. This motel is within the region of Franz Josef Glacier and Fox Glacier.

With a stay at Aspen on King Motel in Timaru (Parkside), you'll be a 3-minute walk from Botanical Gardens and 6 minutes by foot from Timaru Public Hospital. This motel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Sacred Heart Basilica and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre.

With a stay at Grand Suites Lake Tekapo in Lake Tekapo, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Tekapo and Tekapo Springs. This motel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Cowans Hill Walkway and 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Maclaren Footbridge.

With a stay at The Lakes Motel Twizel in Twizel, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 10-minute drive of Lake Pukaki and Twizel Town Centre. This golf motel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Twizel Heritage Trail and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Mueller Ridge.

When you stay at Aoraki Court Motel in Mount Cook, you'll be in a national park, within a 15-minute walk of Mount Cook National Park and Governors Bush Walk Trailhead. This motel is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Te Wahipounamu and 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Aoraki / Mount Cook Visitor Center.

With a stay at The Mews Oamaru, you'll be centrally located in Oamaru – a 5-minute walk from Whitestone Cheese Factory and 13 minutes by foot from Janet Frame House. This motel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Steampunk HQ and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Oamaru Gardens.

With a stay at Buller Court on Palmerston in Westport, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Coaltown Museum and NBS Theatre. This motel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Miner's Brewery and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Solid Energy Centre.

A stay at ASURE Scenic Route Motor Lodge places you in the heart of Geraldine, steps from Geraldine Observatory and 5 minutes by foot from McAtamney Gallery and Design Store. This motel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Talbot Forest Scenic Reserve and 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Geraldine Historical Society Museum.

Set on an acre of landscaped gardens next to Hanmer Golf Course, Alpine Springs Motel offers accommodation with a private patio and a kitchen. Guests enjoy a welcome basket of drinking chocolate, biscuits, cereal, coffee and tea.

Alpine Springs Motor Inn is 10 minutes’ walk from Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa and from several walking tracks. It is 10 minutes’ drive from bungee jumping and jet boating at Thrillseekers Canyon.

You can enjoy an outdoor meal using the communal gas BBQ facilities or relax in the lovely gardens. Guests have access to free internet in the reception area

All air-conditioned accommodation has a living area offering a dining setting, a TV with satellite channels and a DVD player. Each room and apartment includes a private bathroom, some featuring a spa bath.

With a stay at The St James in Hanmer Springs, you'll be in the mountains, within a 10-minute walk of Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve and Conical Hill Walkway. This ski motel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Conical Hill and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from A Maze N Golf.

Boasting garden views, Tophouse Mountainview Cottages offers accommodation with balcony, around 34 km from Rainbow Valley. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the chalet free of charge. The property features a children's playground and outdoor furniture.

The chalet provides guests with a terrace, mountain views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. A toaster, a fridge and stovetop are also offered, as well as a kettle. At the chalet complex, units are fitted with bed linen and towels.

The breakfast offers buffet, continental options and warm dishes and fruits are being served. Guests can dine in the in-house family-friendly restaurant, which specialises in local cuisine and also offers vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options.

You can play darts at Tophouse Mountainview Cottages, and the area is popular for skiing and cycling. There is a garden with a barbecue at this property and guests can go fishing and hiking nearby.

Nelson Airport is 76 km from the property.

Located in Oamaru (Oamaru North), Oamaru Motor Lodge is within a 5-minute drive of Whitestone Cheese Factory and North Otago Museum. This motel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Oamaru Hospital and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Forrester Gallery.

Offering free Wi-Fi, and a guest lounge with a fireplace, Drifters Inn just 80 metres from the famous Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve. It offers rooms with flat-screen satellite TV.

Drifters Inn Hanmer Springs is 2 minutes’ drive from Hanmer Springs Golf Course and Woodland Walk Recreation Reserve. Christchurch International Airport is 133 km away.

All rooms have a tea and coffee maker and a bathroom with a hairdryer.

The guest lounge features a TV, a stereo, and a selection of games, books and magazines. The inn also offers a large communal kitchen and a tour desk that can arrange activities such as jet boating, white water rafting and bungy jumping.

Located in Oamaru, Bella Vista Motel Oamaru is in the historical district, within a 15-minute walk of Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail and Steam Train. This eco-friendly motel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Steampunk HQ and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Auto Museum.

When you stay at The Chalets Motel in Hanmer Springs, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 10-minute walk of Chisholm Park and Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve. This golf motel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Conical Hill Walkway and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Hanmer Pitch n Putt Golf Course.

When you a stay at Bella Vista Motel Hokitika in Hokitika, you'll be in the historical district, within a 5-minute walk of Hokitika Clock Tower and Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre. This motel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from William Steyn Stonepainter and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from The Gold Room.

ASURE Gables Motor Lodge is centrally located in Greymouth – a 1-minute walk from Grey District Aquatic Centre and 13 minutes by foot from Monteith's Brewing Company. This motel is 1 mi (1.7 km) from West Coast Rail Trail and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from History House Museum.

Located in Franz Josef Glacier, Franz Alpine Retreat is in the mountains, within a 5-minute drive of Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Glacier Hot Pools. This motel is 5.7 mi (9.1 km) from Sentinel Rock and 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Alex Knob.

With a stay at Alpine Garden Motel in Hanmer Springs, you'll be a 5-minute walk from Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve and 6 minutes by foot from Hanmer Pitch n Putt Golf Course. This motel is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from A Maze N Golf and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Chisholm Park.