Book into Auckland's striking brick-clad hotel, Dunedin's new five-star boutique or an eye-catching Queenstown property with a complimentary drinks hour.

Whether you're vacationing or staycationing in Melbourne, these hotels will have you sleeping in soft linen, eating in fine restaurants and relaxing in big spa baths.

It's looking for 12 people to spend 12 months hopping between Airbnb rentals — and staying anywhere you like.

The 28-metre wet-edge pool boasts panoramic views and chic cocktails — and it'll be open to the public.

It doesn't look likely to happen by July, as first suggested, but the two countries are still working towards the travel bubble.