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Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel

3.5 star property
Twizel ski hotel with ski storage and restaurant

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Property grounds
Standard Triple Room
Fireplace
Breakfast and dinner served, garden views
Surrounded by the picturesque landscape of Mackenzie Country, Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel offers a serene retreat. Enjoy skiing and snowboarding with ski storage on-site, or relax in the garden and unwind at the bar. With high-speed WiFi, helpful staff and convenient laundry facilities make this hotel an ideal base.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Ski facilities
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Ski storage
  • Business centre
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Front desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff

For families (6)

  • Fridge
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is NZ$260
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May

Room options

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Cnr Ostler & Wairepo Roads, PO Box 99, Twizel, 7901

What's nearby

  • Twizel Town Centre - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Mueller Ridge - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Lake Ruataniwha - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Lake Pukaki - 8 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Lake Ohau - 38 min drive - 22.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Jasmine Thai - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Mt Cook Alpine Salmon - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mint Folk - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bumbles Bacon Butties - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Musterer's Hut Cafe - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel

Located within a 10-minute drive of Lake Pukaki, Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel puts you near winter activities such as downhill skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing. Guests looking for a bite to eat can take in the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is a nice spot to enjoy après-ski drinks. Other highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a terrace and a garden. Skiers will appreciate access to ski storage. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and spacious guest rooms.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 108 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • On-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking (fees apply)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Travelling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bike hire
  • Ski storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1985
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Banquet hall

Ski

  • Ski storage
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Skiing lessons nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 34 for adults and NZD 17 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Also known as

MacKenzie Country
MacKenzie Country Inn
MacKenzie Country Inn Twizel
MacKenzie Country Twizel
MacKenzie Inn
Mackenzie Country Hotel Twizel
South Island Country Inn
Mackenzie Country Hotel
Distinction Mackenzie Country
Mackenzie Country Hotel Twizel
Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel Hotel
Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel Twizel
Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel Hotel Twizel

Frequently asked questions

Does Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Motorhome/coach/lorry parking is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel and nearby?

During the winter, enjoy fun activities nearby such as cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and return when the snow melts for a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities such as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers garden views.

Does Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel like?

Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel is a short 12-minute walk from Twizel Town Centre and 17 minutes' walk from Mueller Ridge.

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Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Bathroom
Bed
Restaurant
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Breakfast
Lobby
Parking
Shower

What guests liked

  • Breakfast buffet was very good and the staff in the restaurant were friendly and helpful. (7 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Check in was easy and the staff were friendly. The food at the restaurant was pretty good as well. It had nice views of the mountains.
Olivia, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We had a convenient stay during our travel in the mount Cook region.
Sachin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

View and Value

Our second time staying here on our NZ trip and just as enjoyable as the first. Lovely jig, older style hotel with plenty of room. Nice breakout areas to have a read, look at the sights or have a quiet drink. Room was spacious, very comfortable and breakfast buffet included in accommodation. Good Al a carte menu or buffet for dinner. Another great place to stay and extremely friendly and helpful staff.
Alan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It’s a good location .
Rupesh, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Roomy and comfortable.

On the way to Queenstown this is a perfect stay. Roomy, all the amenities. Rooms are big and the staff friendly. Good buffet option for dinner and breakfast is included. (Buffet). Place is quiet and relaxing. Has a couple of breakout rooms and a very comfortable reading room. Couldn’t fault this place. Feel really rested after a good night.
Alan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice place to see stars at night. Good breakfast also. Staff are friendly.
Pui, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Plenty of parking on site
Sarah, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice Stay

Nice, older place. Very clean.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Big rooms, clean, friendly staff
Jenny, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice property with spacious rooms and handy location!!
Rashi, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Extremely overpriced for an average only accommodation
Emma, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely relaxing stay
Jennifer, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice compact room
Srini42@live.com, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Outdated facilities, but friendly staff
beijia, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Old, tired but nice size room
Rene, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Rooms dated. Grounds all around facility very plain and boring.Dinner and Breakfast very good
Dave, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

An adequate room, although tired fittings suggest that a renovation might be in order. Good restaurant and buffet.
Greg, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Near the road
ZHIBAO, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good place to stay.
kwok kay, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable stay, bed was good, room clean, very quiet location
Dianne, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Convenient locatiin to explore the area
Cesare, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Tired hotel catering for coach trips. Cooked breakfast poor.
Neale, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

There aren't too many options in this area to begin with. Having said that, this hotel was clean, well maintained, had an onsite restaurant, and the service was good. Do watch out for no elevators for 2nd floor rooms and the 10am check out requirement which is the earliest we've ever checked out.
Ankur, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were lovely. Made sure I felt comfortable in the lobby while my husband hiked that morning.
Christina, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice place to stop on the way south.
Paul, 1-night trip