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South Island 35 ARTHuR'S PASS gRASMERE LoDgE ooooo grasmere lodge is where luxury and natural splendor come together in the heart of the southern Alps to form a whole other world of peacefulness and serenity. built in 1858, the original limestone homestead, now the core of the lodge, introduces you to the ultimate style of personal pampering. this traditional New Zealand high country ranch is set amid towering peaks. 1 THE gEoRgE oooo ½ located in the heart of christchurch, overlooking the picturesque hagley Park and river Avon, this peaceful retreat is just steps away from the cultural precinct and key attractions. impeccable service in an intimate ambiance is guaranteed with a one-to-one guest-to-staff ratio. its 53 newly refurbished rooms are designed with a stylish eye for detail and state-of-the-art facilities. 2 58 on CRon ooo ½ relax and unwind in a tranquil rainforest setting at 58 on cron. here, 16 architecturally appealing units with stylish décor include standard studios, deluxe spa studios, and one- and two-bedroom apartments. each unit has more than 50 sky television channels, and all rooms have free wifi. 4 THE HERMTAgE ooo ½ the hermitage hotel is home to one of New Zealand's most dramatic landscapes: Aoraki Mt. cook National Park boasts the tallest mountain, largest glacier, darkest skies, and the only glacial lakes with icebergs in the country. with activities, tours, and attractions to suit every taste, the hermitage is the perfect base from which to discover Aoraki Mt. cook and the southern Alps. choose from premium hotel rooms or cozy chalets for an unforgettable family vacation or romantic getaway. 6 RuTHERFoRD HoTEL nELSon oooo the rutherford hotel Nelson is a memorable blend of local hospitality and cosmopolitan sophistication. the Nelson region is renowned for its artistic energy and natural bounty, and the rutherford hotel Nelson successfully brings both of these distinctions to life. its central location immerses guests in the city's vibrant arts scene, while its restaurants are a showcase for the area's famed local produce. 8 DunEDIn gRAnD MERCuRE nELSon MonACo APARTMEnTS oooo A resort specializing in luxury, the grand Mercure Nelson Monaco offers accommodations ranging from elegantly furnished boutique rooms to cottages tucked among cheery gardens to studios off the village green. its jewelry shop, sumptuous About beauty salon, and solar-heated pool provide ample amusement between explorations of the Nelson-tasman area, and the award-winning the Monaco kitchen creates culinary art out of regional flavors. 7 5 BREAkERS BouTIQuE ooo breakers boutique Accommodation is a beachfront bed and breakfast on the great coast road north of greymouth and south of Punakaiki and the Pancake rocks. set on two acres of native bush and landscaped gardens, breakers overlooks the tasman sea, with private access to a remote west coast beach and its rock pools, mussel beds, and starfish. four guestrooms—in which you can lie in bed and watch the rolling surf, and be lulled to sleep by the sound of the breaking waves. CHRISTCHuRCH SCEnIC HoTEL SouTHERn CRoSS oooo A part of the city's rich heritage, scenic hotel southern cross stands proudly in the center of dunedin. the hotel itself harks back to the city's economic and cultural standing in Victorian New Zealand, as does much of the surrounding architecture. it is this feel that makes dunedin so unique, while its popular university, vibrant student life, and bustling business district keep the atmosphere young and exciting. with simply so much to see and do, the hotel serves as an ideal base for exploration. 3 FRAnz joSEF gREYMouTH MT Cook nELSon

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