ASURE Aspiring Court Motel Haast  

Set amid peaceful bushland in the centre of Haast, this compact motel puts you close to bird watching, fishing, jet-boat rides and nature tours. Lake Moeraki is about 25 minutes away by car; Wanaka and Queenstown are roughly 2 hours and 3.5 hours' drive respectively.

Heated rooms are simply styled with flat-screen TVs and dining areas. Rooms come with a fridge, microwave and toaster, and some include a stovetop; private bathrooms have free toiletries and hairdryers. The property offers laundry, a safe-deposit box, an elevator for accessibility, and staff who speak English, Spanish and French.

Stand-out perks include an on-site restaurant, a BBQ area and free parking—ideal for road-trippers. Guests can also use laundry facilities and enjoy bushland views right from the window.

An on-site restaurant serves casual meals and the BBQ area lets you cook outdoors. Grab a morning coffee with town or bush views before heading out on local tours.