HOTELS IN NEW ZEALAND

Make hotel reservations well in advance if you plan to be in New Zealand during its main holiday season from mid-December through the end of January, make hotel reservations well in advance. If you’re staying in off peak season from May through September, or if you are travelling with children, ask about reductions.

In expensive hotels, expect an electric kettle (called a “jug”) and tea, coffee, sugar and milk either in your room or in a centrally located room. Remember, when you finish using the kettle, be sure to switch it off, so the heating element doesn’t burn out.Inquire at your hotel about laundry facilities where you can do your own laundry.

If you want bed&breakfast accommodations, look for guesthouses or private hotels. In both you’ll have hot and cold water, a shared bath and a large breakfast. Guesthouses sometimes serve dinner, but only to guests, while private hotels serve all meals both to residents and non-residents. Ask if you need to reserve for dinner when you check in.

For another way to meet native New Zealanders, you may stay in motel flats which are usually operated by owners. Usually flats consist of a lounge with sofa beds, one or two bedrooms, a kitchen and a bathroom. You may expect to make your own beds and do your own dishes.

Or, are you interested in staying in a backpacker accommodation?? Check out the article here.