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Best Time of Year to Visit New ZealandExplore > Travel Planning Articles > Best Time of Year to Visit New ZealandDate published: 2023-05-07
When's the best time of year to visit New Zealand?
The best time of year to visit New Zealand depends on what you're going for.
If you're a skier, ski season starts in early June and runs through late October.
If you're looking to enjoy hiking, camping, swimming, etc., their summer runs from December through February.
Rydges Auckland 5 nights from 595 per person  Rydges Auckland, the newest and freshest Auckland hotel, is primed to set a new standard in style, service and contemporary elegance with a well needed breath of fresh air.The city's latest hotel mixes elements of London sophistication, Sydney cool, New York style combined with the warmth of world class Kiwi hospitality. Worthy of the most discerning traveler, Rydges Auckland is the city's best kept secret…… until now. Offering Auckland accommodation in close proximity to the centre of the city makes it ideal for both business and leisure. Take a short stroll to the Viaduct Harbour, Auckland's stunning waterfront with an array of restaurants and bars. Auckland has an abundance of shopping to satisfy the shopping addict's in all of us right on our doorstep. High Street and the Chancery are home to original fashion designers, artists, jewelers and café owners converging on this narrow, meandering street transforming it into one of the central city's best shopping attractions. If you are here to soak up a world class concert at Vector Arena, look no further for a stylish hotel to feel like a star. Standing proudly above the city on Hobson Street, Rydges Auckland Hotel presents the new Hobson Tower, complete with 88 stunning guest rooms to form a 267-room urban oasis in the heart of Auckland. The newly revitalized rooms are designed to exude warmth and sublime comfort. Each accommodation includes a specialized workstation, 32 inch LCD television, air conditioning and up to the minute broadband and Wi-Fi access for the internet lovers in all of us. All rooms enjoy views of the inner city, many looking over the Sky Tower, while the Harbour View rooms enjoy sweeping views of the Auckland Harbour Bridge and the picturesque Waitemata Harbour. Auckland is New Zealand's gateway city and we couldn't be better placed in welcoming you to the land of the long white cloud. Our friendly and attentive team are on hand to assist you in exploring Auckland and beyond. We are dedicated to ensure your expectations are exceeded with passion in a fresh and friendly contemporary hotel environment. Learn more about Rydges Auckland Daily housekeeping Restaurant and bar/lounge Breakfast available 24-hour fitness center Valet parking Self parking 24-hour room service Coffee shop/cafe In-room childcare 24-hour business center Conference center Business center
To compare all resorts in New Zealand, click here. See our complete list of travel specials for New Zealand. Hilton Hotel Auckland 5 nights from 940 per person  Located 300 meters out to sea at the end of Princes Wharf, the Hilton Auckland hotel is a welcoming haven just a short walk from Auckland CBD. Enjoy stunning views from this Auckland hotel's White restaurant and Bellini Bar or take a dip in the outdoor heated lap-pool with its unique underwater viewing window.Auckland attractions such as Sky City Tower and Viaduct Harbour are on the doorstep. Enjoy modern fine dining in the stylish decor of White restaurant and sip cocktails over a harbour sunset at the Hilton Auckland hotel's Bellini bar. Only 5 minutes' walk from the business district, the Hilton Auckland hotel has a business centre, an Executive Boardroom and 7 meeting rooms for up to 400, all with wireless internet access. From Hilton Guest Rooms to Suites, all the contemporary rooms at the Hilton Auckland hotel have decks or balconies. Step up to a Deluxe Room for a spectacular harbor view Learn more about Hilton Hotel Auckland Daily housekeeping Restaurant and bar/lounge Outdoor pool Breakfast available Fitness center Valet parking Self parking 24-hour room service Coffee shop/cafe Business center 7 meeting rooms Limo/town car service Typical airfares from LAXAirfares vary by season, but also day of week, and are definitely affected by holidays. The chart above shows the typical minimum and maximum fares for a economy class ticket from Los Angeles (LAX) to Auckland, NZ (AKL), by month. President Hotel Auckland 5 nights from 380 per person  Offering compact rooms and free WiFi, the 3-star President Hotel Auckland is 1250 meters from K Road and within walking distance to Western Park. The venue dates back to 1975. 24-hour front desk, housekeeping service and porter service as well as storage for belongings, a car park and a tour desk are on hand.It is situated in the centre of Auckland, next to Tour Shop. It is also just a 10 minutes' drive from Eden Garden. The accommodation's central location a short stroll from a shopping street, a supermarket and grocery shops is favorable for shopping lovers. Offering views of the landscape, the guestrooms feature climate control, cable television and a lounge area. Each room includes an en suite bathroom with amenities, such as a roll in shower, a hairdryer and dressing gowns. Learn more about President Hotel Auckland Daily housekeeping Restaurants Breakfast available Fitness centre Self parking 24-hour room service Business centre Airport shuttle 24-hour front desk Coffee/tea in a common area Air conditioning Car hire on-site
The Farm at Cape Kidnappers 5 nights from 9,210 per person  Set atop 6,000 rolling acres of stunning pasture-land in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, The Farm at Cape Kidnappers affords spectacular 180-degree views of the Pacific Ocean. The perfect setting for honeymoons and romantic breakaways.On the exterior, the Lodge resembles a cluster of farm buildings. Local materials are incorporated into graciously scaled rooms full of natural light and unexpected treasures. Comfort and ease are at a premium, with each room taking on a character of its own while harkening back to the rural feeling of the New Zealand sheep station and wine country. The main lodge features many warm and welcoming common areas in which to relax, including lounge and dining spaces and 'outdoor rooms'. Roaring open fires, contemporary art and stylish interior design await you here. The main lodge also features a wine cellar with tasting room and a fully-equipped gymnasium. The Lodge accommodation has 22 guest suites, and a Four Bedroom Owner's Cottage and is just a 60 minute flight from Auckland. Every suite offers its own private balcony and affords spectacular views of the property, golf course and Pacific Ocean. Spacious cottages, each with breathtaking views, open to large porches overlooking a stunning Pacific panorama. Each cottage suite has room controlled air conditioning, high-speed wireless internet, remote control flat screen LCD TV, DVD player, CD player with iPod connection, security safe, fully stocked mini bar, walk-in closet, spacious bathroom with heated towel rack, separate WC and shower stalls, oversized bath tub, and twin vanities. 180 degree panoramic views of the farm, golf course and Pacific Ocean are enjoyed from each suite's private balcony. Interior design is by Linda Bedell of Aspen, Colorado. Our Culinary team always aims to source produce as locally as possible, and with an idyllic Hawke's Bay location, their "food miles" have been relatively few. Now with the Cape Kidnappers' vegetable garden in place and its close proximity to the lodge, our chefs are able to create daily menus based on what is freshest, utilising many vegetables straight from the garden and offering the most seasonal produce to our guests. Depending on the season we have a wide variety of different vegetables growing and we would be delighted to show you through. We pride ourselves on making as much as we can on site. Our Pastry Chef makes everything from scratch here at The Farm – from cereals, cookies, breads, jams, exquisite pastries to ice cream. Our chocolate chip cookies are gaining legendary status and the smell of melting chocolate wafting from the kitchen means our chefs are making one of their wonderful desserts for the night's dinner menu. The par 71 championship golf course measures 7,119 yards or 6,510 meters and will challenge every skill level. Designed by Tom Doak, currently the hottest architect in golf, the course has been voted Number 22 Best Golf Course in the world by Golf Digest, the world's leading authority on the subject. The Farm at Cape Kidnappers offers a wide variety of active and passive activities for guests to enjoy during their stay. We invite you to take full advantage of everything on offer.<ul><li>full-service luxury spa <li>fitness centre <li>outdoor heated pool <li>jacuzzi/spa <li>pool cabana <li>Golf <li>hiking <li>kiwi walks <li>gannet safari <li>farm tour <li>Wine tours <li>fly fishing <li>Art Deco tour <li>horseback riding <li>river kayaking <li>And more!</ul> Learn more about The Farm at Cape Kidnappers Daily housekeeping Golf course Near the beach Restaurant and bar/lounge Full-service spa Outdoor pool Fitness center Free use of bicycles Spa tub Room service Babysitting Business center
Millennium Hotel Rotorua 5 nights from 865 per person  Next to mystical Lake Rotorua and just a brief stroll from the city centre, Millennium Hotel Rotorua is an eco-friendly destination.From here, experience Rotorua’s rich history, explore the thermal hot pools or the native bush, and even squeeze in a round of golf at one of Rotorua’s international golf courses. Our 227 rooms and suites feature residential-style decor with views of Lake Rotorua or the native garden. We also have accessible rooms for guests with special requirements. 7 meetings and event spaces are available and ideal for up to 400 people. Perhaps the most unique feature here is its heating, provided by harnessing the hotel's natural geothermal resource. Take a dip in our heated pool or relax under the expert hands of our Spa therapists. There's free off-street parking, child-friendly facilities including a toddler pool, and a Business Centre that offers full secretarial services. Millennium Rotorua is a Qualmark 4 Star Plus rated hotel with an Enviro-Silver status for its sustainability practices. The hotel is also a member of the Rotorua Sustainable Tourism Charter. Learn more about Millennium Hotel Rotorua Hair Dryer Television Telephone Safety Deposit Box (In Room) Heating In-room Internet Access Ensuite Bathroom Coffee & Tea Making Facilities Iron and Ironing board Refrigerator Minibar Air Conditioning Patio/Balcony
The Lodge at Kauri Cliff 5 nights from 7,590 per person  Located on 6000 acres in New Zealand's spectacular Matauri Bay, The Lodge a Kauri Cliff is Northlands premier luxury vacation destination.Relax and unwind in our luxury interior designed suites. Accommodation at Kauri Cliffs is in eleven outlying guest cottages, each with two guest suites providing twenty-two suites. The cottages are nestled on the edge of a native forest with spectacular views overlooking the ocean and golf course. The feel is more of staying in a well-designed guest room in a private home, thus is the attention to detail in all aspects of each suite's interior design. The main lodge, which overlooks our world class golf course and the Pacific Ocean, provides ample venues for relaxing, including the beautifully appointed beamed living room, a spacious and comfortable meeting/TV room, a handsomely designed card room, and a small computer room. Private a la carte dining is available in the main lodge, on its verandas, or in a number of appealing locations within the lodge. Gourmet picnics can be arranged and enjoyed around the expansive grounds. Opportunities abound for outdoor pursuits within the picturesque Kauri Cliffs property. The lodge team are eager to suggest and organise all manner of activities from hikes to the waterfall, to a game of tennis, to picnics on Pink Beach, the Kauri Cliffs property offers countless activities. Guided bird watching, fishing, surfing, farm tours, and much more await lodge guests... As well as the world class golf course, as a guest of The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs' you will enjoy a range of leisure facilities including:<ul><li>Two Astroturf tennis courts, <li>Beautiful full service spa set in a totara forest <li>Fitness centre with an indoor lap pool and jacuzzi <li>Stunning infinity swimming pool with spectacular views.</ul>Kauri Cliffs also has three secluded swimming beaches, including the famed Pink Beach where regular barbecues are held in the summer months. Mountain bikes, guided nature walks, fishing and horse riding are all popular activities on the property. Guests can enjoy Kauri Cliff's beautiful property and also experience a variety of nearby activities including world famous game fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling, sailing, sea kayaking, and hunting for boar. Guided tours feature visits to the Ninety Mile Beach, Tane Mahuta, Doubtless Bay, the Puketi Kauri Forest, Rainbow Falls, historic Russell and the Waitangi Treaty House. Learn more about The Lodge at Kauri Cliff Hair Dryer Television DVD Player Telephone Safety Deposit Box (In Room) Heating In-room Internet Access Ensuite Bathroom Coffee & Tea Making Facilities Ensuite Bathroom with Separate Shower Iron and Ironing board Refrigerator Minibar Air Conditioning Patio/Balcony How we work with you to plan the perfect trip:
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