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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 drapes, soundproofing
Property grounds
Breakfast and dinner served, garden views
Fireplace
Standard Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing
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
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Ski storage
  • Business center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff

For families (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $203
$233 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13

Room options

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Deluxe Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Room

Highlights

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

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Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Family Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Family Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

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 like downhill skiing, snowboarding, and cross-country skiing. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is a nice spot to enjoy après-ski drinks. Other highlights at this eco-certified hotel include a terrace and a garden. Skiers will appreciate access to ski storage. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and spacious guestrooms.

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 available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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 WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck 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

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

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

Working away

  • Business center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals
  • 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
  • Ski lessons nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television

Home comfort

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

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

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 program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, 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, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
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 to 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. RV/bus/truck 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 check-in and check-out are available.

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

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

Are there restaurants at or near Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite 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

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

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

10/10 Exceptional

It’s a good location .
Rupesh, 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

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

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely relaxing stay
Jennifer, 2-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

6/10 Good

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

8/10 Very good

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

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable stay, bed was good, room clean, very quiet location
Dianne, 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

It’s old hotel. Don’t have elevator

6/10 Good

One night stay
The hotel is old and a bit run down. Only limited amount of time for hot water shower. I appreciated the fridge and kettle. The front desk was helpful and friendly when we requested a fan for our hot room and an extra towel. The continental breakfast was sub-par. I'm glad we only stayed one night.
Allison, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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

10/10 Exceptional

Property is older but staff is awesome and the food was really good for both the dinner and breakfast buffet. Beds were comfortable.
Chad, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great stay, excellent service at the buffet breakfast.
Tabitha, 1-night trip