North Island / REGIONAL NORTH ISLAND TOURING AND ACCOMMODATION
Hobbiton Movie Set Tour
139 Operated by Hobbiton Movie Set
Discover the real Middle-Earth at the Hobbiton™ Movie Set near Matamata in the North Island of New Zealand. On the most picturesque private farmland you can visit the Hobbiton Movie Set from The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit film trilogies in a fascinating two-hour guided tour. The set has been completely rebuilt for The Hobbit and will remain as it was seen in these films and The Lord of the Rings film trilogy. During your tour you will see Hobbit Holes, The Green Dragon Inn, The Mill, double arched bridge and other structures and gardens built for the films. The Hobbiton Movie set has more than 44 unique hobbit holes, including Bag End (Bilbo's house). As you wander through the heart of the Shire, you'll get to hear the fascinating commentary about how it was all created. Tours leave daily from The Shires Rest™ Cafe, 501 Buckland Rd, Hinuera or Matamata and Rotorua Information Centres. Alternatively, experience the beauty of Hobbiton Movie Set at dusk with a guided tour through the Shire™. The journey finishes at the Green Dragon™ Inn with an ale and a banquet feast fit for a Hobbit. After dinner you will be guided by lantern light through the Shire which will be lit up and glowing in the night sky. Evening dinner tours operate every Wednesday and are limited to 48 people.
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The Crown Hotel Napier
Aylstone Boutique Retreat
Set in the picturesque seaside village of Ahuriri, Napier, The Crown Hotel Napier offers boutique accommodation with 42 guestrooms and suites. Choose from the elegant heritage suites in the original 1932 Crown Hotel, modern contemporary rooms overlooking the ocean or two and three-bedroom luxury apartments. The hotel’s comprehensive facilities and services include complimentary car parking, daily newspaper delivery, laundry facilities, fitness centre access, Wi-Fi and broadband throughout hotel, 45 seat Globe Theatrette and Milk & Honey Restaurant.
Nestled in the renowned pinot noir wine region of Martinborough Wine Village, Aylstone Boutique Retreat offers six French provincialstyle rooms with exquisite views, classic furnishings and ensuite bathrooms. The tranquillity of Aylstone, with its backdrop of vines and mountains, makes it a relaxing getaway for wine and food enthusiasts travelling the Classic New Zealand Wine Trial. Prices include Gourmet Continental breakfast daily. Activities include cycling and exploring Martinborough's boutique vineyards, all within five kilometres.
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Scenic Hotel Te Pania
Sudima Hamilton
Scenic Hotel Te Pania is styled to complement its remarkable location on the edge of beautiful Hawke's Bay. This modern hotel is shaped to echo the lines of the bay, offering stunning views out over the ever-changing Pacific Ocean. The hotel offers 109 air-conditioned superior rooms and suites. All rooms face out to the bay with floor-to-ceiling windows that can slide open. Each room includes Sky TV, high-speed internet access, minibar and fridge.
Sudima Hamilton is conveniently located in the city centre, adjacent to Sky City Casino, within walking distance of many restaurants, pubs, cafes and shops. It is housed in an iconic 1876 historic building. The hotel offers 69 wellappointed rooms with a variety of room types and configurations. The spacious, comfortable rooms feature modern furniture and fittings, some with kitchen facilities. Sudima Hamilton also features a bar, on-site parking, internet, guest laundry and 24-hour guest services.
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