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About the Hotel

23 Mackenzie Drive, Twizel, New Zealand
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Close to Lake Ruataniwha
Very good
7.0
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3.4
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Located around a 10-minute drive from the Wairepo Arm, the 2-star High Country Lodge, Motels & Backpackers Twizel features Wi-Fi in public areas and parking on site. The motel offers 49 rooms in a skiing area of Twizel.

Location

The centre of Twizel can be reached within a 10-minute walk. The SkyScape is within a 6-km distance of the High Country Twizel, which is also situated just around the corner from the Kaki Visitor Hide.

There is High Country Salmon Farm nearly a 15-minute drive away, while Twizel bus station is just 300 metres from this Twizel hotel.

Your trip couldn't be easier as the accommodation is 160 km from Richard Pearse airport.

Rooms

Certain rooms have a patio and a dining area for your convenience. Guests can also use a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, along with such amenities as bath sheets.

Eat & Drink

Mackenzie Country Inn restaurant is only 1 km away.

Must-do experiences

  • Take a scenic drive to Mount Cook for stunning views and hiking.
  • Savor the famous Twizel bakery pies - a local favorite snack!
  • Visit the hydro cannel for kayaking or leisurely walks.
  • Experience stargazing at Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve.
  • Explore the Twizel Markets on Saturdays for local crafts and produce.
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High Country Lodge, Motels & Backpackers offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Bunk Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
2 persons
165 sq. feet 
1 Bunk bed
Heating
Double Room
2 persons
165 sq. feet 
1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Heating
Studio
2 persons
435 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
One-Bedroom Suite
2 persons
435 sq. feet 
1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

High Country Lodge, Motels & Backpackers offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Nice
6.9/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Paid Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Guest Parking

  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Dining

  • Picnic area/ Tables

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Dining table

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bedroom

  • Electric blankets

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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High Country Lodge, Motels & Backpackers Location

23 Mackenzie Drive, Twizel, New Zealand
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23 Mackenzie Drive, Twizel, New Zealand
Nearby
Twizel Queenstown Highway
Lake Ohau
1500 ft
Twizel Area Office
Kaki Visitor Hide
1500 ft
Restaurants
Power Station Bristro
1200 ft
13 Tasman Street
Top Hut Bistro and Bar
1300 ft
13 Tasman Rd
Shawty's Cafe
1600 ft
4 Market Place
Sweet Moos Ice Cream Parlour
1600 ft
Shop B26a Marketplace
Fishtail restaurant and bar
1600 ft
12c Market Place
Twizel Bakery Cafe
1600 ft
5 Market Place
Ministry of Works Bar & Eatery
1600 ft
2 Market Place
Razza Bar
1500 ft
28 Tasman Road
Shawtys Cafe Restaurant & Bar
1600 ft
4a Market Pl
Jasmine Thai
1700 ft
1 Market Place
Jasmine Thai Restaurant
1900 ft
1 Market Pl
Four Square
1600 ft
27 Market Pl
Getting around
City Centre
Twizel8 min  ·  2000 ft
Airports
Richard Pearse Airport (TIU)234 min  ·  96.7 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-18:00
Check-out
from 08:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for additional charge.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of rooms:
49

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about High Country Lodge, Motels & Backpackers from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 791 verified reviews
6.8/10
Nice
64%
Recommend
Breakfast
5.5/10
Cleanliness
7.3/10
Comfort
7.3/10
Facilities
6.9/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.5/10
Location
8.5/10
Paid Wi-Fi
6.7/10
Staff
7.9/10
Value for money
7.3/10
Guest reviews
based on 2064 reviews
7.0/10
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