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Top 5 hotels in Mackenzie Basin at a glance

Peppers Bluewater Resort — 4.5-star hotel in Lake Tekapo. Guest rating: 8.2/10 — Very Good.
Lakes Edge Holiday Park — 2-star hotel in Lake Tekapo. Guest rating: 9.0/10 — Wonderful.
The Hermitage Hotel Mount Cook — 4.5-star hotel in Mount Cook. Guest rating: 8.6/10 — Excellent.
Galaxy Boutique Hotel — 3.5-star hotel in Lake Tekapo. Guest rating: 9.4/10 — Exceptional.
The Godley Hotel — 3-star hotel in Lake Tekapo. Guest rating: 8.2/10 — Very Good.

Where to stay in Mackenzie Basin?

A modern building with a large patio area, a mountain in the background, and a body of water in the foreground.

A modern hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a scenic view, a sofa, a chair, and a coffee table with a remote control and glasses on it.

A person at a table with a view of mountains and a body of water.

A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a view of a lake and mountains.

Peppers Bluewater Resort

Lake Tekapo

$156

$180 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A lakeside view with chairs and a picnic table, surrounded by trees and mountains.

A modern restroom with three sinks, a large mirror, and a decorative wall piece.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, and a view of a lake and mountains through a glass door.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinetry, and a dining area with a glass table and chairs.

Lakes Edge Holiday Park

Lake Tekapo

$89

$102 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A restaurant with a mountain view, featuring wooden tables and chairs, and large windows.

A modern interior with a sofa and chairs facing large windows with a mountain view.

A restaurant with a mountain view, featuring purple chairs and round tables.

A modern interior with large windows offering mountain views, comfortable seating, and a patterned floor.

The Hermitage Hotel Mount Cook

Mount Cook

$178

$205 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A modern building with multiple windows and a staircase leading to an upper level.

Two people seated at a round table with a bottle and glasses, overlooking a mountainous landscape through large windows.

A person in a robe by a window with a starry night sky view.

A woman relaxing in a bathtub with a view of a bedroom through a window.

Galaxy Boutique Hotel

Lake Tekapo

$307

$353 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A wooden deck with tables and chairs overlooking a lake and mountains.

A spacious lobby with a stone fireplace, wooden seating, and a large window.

A couple standing by a lake with mountains in the background.

A restaurant interior with a bar area, seating arrangement, and a view of the outside.

The Godley Hotel

Lake Tekapo

$103

$118 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A modern interior with large windows offering a view of a mountainous landscape and a bridge.

A modern multi-story building with large glass windows and stone pillars.

A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A modern living room with a sofa and armchairs, a sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of mountains.

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

Lake Tekapo

$355

$408 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A swimming pool with a wooden table, a bottle, and glasses.

A residential area with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and houses with similar architecture.

A kitchen with a granite countertop, a sink, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A playground with swings and a slide, a gravel area, and a lake with mountains in the background.

Mantra Lake Tekapo

Lake Tekapo

$216

$248 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A modern building with large windows and a view of mountains.

A multi-story building with balconies, a covered entrance, and a parking area.

A view from a balcony overlooking a lake with mountains in the background.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and a coffee table. There is a large window offering a view of mountains and a building.

Lake Tekapo Village Motel

Lake Tekapo

A bedroom with a large window, a bed with a blue throw, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A modern room with a large window, a black leather sofa, a white table with chairs, and a grey armchair.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, kettle, and a small refrigerator. There is a sink with a faucet, and a cabinet with drawers. A dark door is visible on the right side.

A row of cabins with solar panels, set against a mountainous backdrop.

Aoraki Court Motel

Mount Cook

$289

$332 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A covered outdoor seating area with a glass door leading to a grassy yard.

A restaurant interior with stone walls, a wooden table, and black chairs.

A row of small, white, single-room cabins with a gravel path and rocks in front.

A small, single-story building with a sloped roof, a large sliding glass door, and a small porch area.

Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park

Twizel

$44

$50 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A modern building with multiple units, a parking area, and a grassy landscape with a wooden deck.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a blue armchair.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a white vanity with a mirror, and a towel rack with two towels.

Woolshed Suites

Lake Tekapo

$170

$196 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

Two glasses of white wine on a small table with a view of mountains and a lake.

A hotel room with a large bed, a view of mountains through a balcony, and a table with chairs outside.

A room with a large window offering a view of mountains and a lake.

A modern building with a wooden facade and metal roof, situated by a body of water with mountains in the background.

Ranginui at Lake Tekapo

Lake Tekapo

A modern mobile home with a patio area featuring a wooden bench, a table, and potted plants.

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a fireplace.

A modern living room with a sofa, a wooden table, and a TV on a stand.

A living room with a fireplace, a television on a stand, and a bookshelf.

Mackenzie Motels

Fairlie

$88

$101 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A neatly made bed with a dark headboard, two bedside lamps, and a window with curtains.

A patio with two metal chairs and a small table, a potted plant, and a window with white curtains.

A compact kitchen with a built-in dishwasher, a sink, and a window overlooking a garden.

A room with two beds, a sofa, a coffee table, a desk, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Aorangi Motel

Fairlie

$90

$103 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a kitchen in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a wardrobe, and a kitchenette.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table with a plant, a TV on the wall, and a dining area with wooden chairs.

A modern house with a wooden deck, large glass windows, and a clear blue sky.

RodmanStar Apartment

Lake Tekapo

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in dishwasher, a stainless steel refrigerator, and wooden shelves above the sink.

A compact kitchen with a washing machine, a coffee maker, a toaster, and a sink.

A two-story motel with a sign reading "ALPS MOTEL APARTMENTS" and a parking lot in front.

A hotel room with a large bed, red and white bedding, a wooden headboard, a window with a view of trees and mountains, and a painting on the wall.

Alps Motel Apartment Twizel

Twizel

$151

$174 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A picnic table and benches in front of a building with a covered deck.

A building with a covered outdoor seating area, large windows, and a well-maintained lawn.

A building with a 'Bike Hire' sign, a parking area, and surrounding greenery.

A room with a kitchenette, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of the outdoors.

High Country Motel and Backpackers

Twizel

$62

$71 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A well-maintained lawn with a wooden table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background.

A snow-covered house with a sign indicating it is an accommodation and gallery.

A modern kitchen with a built-in sink, wooden cabinets, and a window with a view of greenery.

A bedroom with a large window, a bed, and a view of a balcony with a wooden deck and greenery outside.

Burkes Pass Country Motel

Burkes Pass

$118

$135 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A window with a view of a natural landscape, including trees and mountains.

A snow-covered residential area with a stone wall, a bench, and a house with a snow-covered roof.

A room with large windows offering a view of a lake and mountains. There is a wooden chair and a small table with bottles.

Tekapo1929 Lakefront Villa

Lake Tekapo

$183

$210 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A compact kitchen with a built-in oven, microwave, and a window overlooking a wooden deck.

A compact kitchen with white appliances, a wooden ceiling, and a view of the outside through a window.

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden ceiling, a kitchenette with a sink, and a dining area with a table and chair.

Pinewood Motels

Fairlie

$100

$117 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

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A night scene with a starry sky, a wooden deck, and a calm body of water reflecting the stars.

A house with a reflection in a calm body of water, surrounded by autumn foliage.

A spacious dining area with large windows offering a view of snow-capped mountains and a lake.

Matuka Luxury Lodge

Ben Ohau

$86 off

$385

per night

$887 total

includes taxes & fees

A large, modern hotel with multiple buildings connected by covered walkways.

A two-story building with a stone facade and balconies.

A restaurant with a stone fireplace, large windows, and modern furniture.

A two-story wooden building with a balcony and outdoor seating area.

Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel

Twizel

$68 off

$135

per night

$311 total

includes taxes & fees

A pool area with steps leading to a deck overlooking a lake and snow-capped mountains.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bathtub, and a view of mountains and water.

A room with a large window overlooking a lake and mountains, a fire feature, and a view of a deck with outdoor furniture.

A dining table with breakfast items and a view of mountains and a lake.

Lakestone Lodge

Pukaki

$101 off

$578

per night

$1,330 total

includes taxes & fees

A view from a room with a stone floor and wooden ceiling through an open door, overlooking a grassy field, a lake, and mountains.

An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, overlooking a lake and mountains.

A room with a large window overlooking a mountainous landscape.

A house with a large glass door, a chimney, and a starry night sky.

Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat

Ben Ohau

$286 off

$1,289

per night

$2,965 total

includes taxes & fees

A buffet setup with various food items and condiments.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, a projector screen, and a red carpet.

A two-story wooden building with a covered outdoor area and a well-maintained lawn.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a door leading to another room.

Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel

Omarama

$35 off

$100

per night

$230 total

includes taxes & fees

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Top landmarks in Mackenzie Basin

A mountain path with snow-capped peaks and green vegetation.

Aoraki / Mount Cook

9.6/10 (613 reviews)

You might want to head out to Aoraki / Mount Cook for some fresh mountain air and a bird's-eye view of Mount Cook.

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A swimming pool with a mountainous backdrop.

Tekapo Springs

9.0/10 (453 reviews)

If massages and hot tubs are your thing, you might want to pamper yourself at Tekapo Springs located 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from central Lake Tekapo.

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A stone church under a starry night sky.

Church of the Good Shepherd

9.0/10 (949 reviews)

Church of the Good Shepherd is in the heart of Lake Tekapo, so why not stop by during your stay.

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Aoraki / Mount Cook Visitor Center

9.2/10 (357 reviews)

Aoraki / Mount Cook Visitor Center is worth a visit when in central Mount Cook Village.

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Dark Sky Project

8.2/10 (153 reviews)

If you'd like to get a taste of Lake Tekapo student life, check out Dark Sky Project, in the heart of the town.

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Learn more about Mackenzie Basin

Mackenzie Basin is well-known for its mountains and churches, featuring attractions such as Tekapo Springs and Lake Tekapō Regional Park. This walkable city has something for everyone including sights like Mount John Observatory and Lake Pukaki within a small-town setting.

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Check out reviews of Mackenzie Basin hotels guests love

The Godley Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful place to live. The shared kitchen was a great help, ensuite was great Nearby by shops, pubs make life so easy. 10/10. Laura did a great job advising us about our trip. If we ever visit wanaka again, this will be our 1st choice always!"

The Hermitage Hotel Mount Cook

10/10 Excellent

"Incredible location right in Mount Cook Village in the national park - we had an amazing view of Mount Cook right out the window. Hotel is very high quality - our room was very comfortable with everything we needed, lovely to return to after a day of hiking. We didn't get the breakfast though and brought our own food with as it's very expensive"

Peppers Bluewater Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room. Well appointed villa with super helpful staff."

Skyrim Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely room with a scenic view over the mountains around the region. Absolutely chuffed with what we got for a last minute booking, would stay here again."

Grand Suites Lake Tekapo

8/10 Good

"Perfect location. Nice and fresh property."

Galaxy Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the bathroom heated floor and sky window to watch the night sky. Beautiful location and easy to get to the downtown area with dining options and activities"

Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park

10/10 Excellent

"Clean bathrooms, clean fridge and kitchen, great view, great location, great heater."

Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great in general. Remember to buy groceries before driving to Mt. Cook."

Haka House Lake Tekapo

10/10 Excellent

"Pretty good!"

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