Going on vacation always seems like a bit of a splurge, no matter what your budget. For many, a trip to New Zealand is tied to a festive occasion. For some, it’s a milestone anniversary, a family reunion or a honeymoon; for others, it allows them to tick off a bucket list location. While there are plenty of budget and reasonably-priced places to stay on both the North and South Islands, there is a growing trend for even the most budget-conscious visitors to take a night or two and indulge themselves by staying at one of the country’s nicer lodges or hotels.