Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge

4.0 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, steps from Aoraki / Mount Cook Visitor Center

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Lounge
View from room
Exterior
Exterior
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
101 Bowen Drive, Mount Cook, 7946
  • Aoraki / Mount Cook Visitor Center
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Aoraki / Mount Cook

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Room options

Ground Floor King or Twin Front Facing

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Bunk Room No View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Ground floor - Twin beds

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Rear Facing Ensuite No View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

One Bedroom King or Twin Family Unit

  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 King Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Upstairs King or Twin Front Facing

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Family Room No View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Family Room with View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Mount Cook

Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge places you next to Aoraki / Mount Cook Visitor Center and within a mile (2 km) of other popular attractions like Red Tarns. This 16-room, 4-star guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and coffee/tea in a common area.

What's nearby

  • Aoraki / Mount Cook Visitor Center - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Mount Cook National Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kea Point Walk - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Tasman Lake - 11 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old Mountaineers' Cafe, Bar and Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge

Guesthouse with free parking, steps from Aoraki / Mount Cook Visitor Center
Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a terrace. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and tours/tickets. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and barbecue grills.
Guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Limited housekeeping is available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Japanese

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • self catering kitchen

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2005
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Aoraki Alpine
Aoraki Alpine Lodge
Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge
Aoraki/Mount Cook Alpine Lodge
Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine
Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge Guesthouse
Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge Mount Cook
Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge Guesthouse Mount Cook

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge?

Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge?

As of May 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge on May 12, 2025 start from $147.9, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do close to Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge?

This guesthouse is located in Mount Cook, just steps from Mount Cook National Park and Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre, and within a short walk of Te Wahipounamu. You'll also find Red Tarns and Kea Point Walk within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge have a casino on the premises?

No, Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Are there hot tubs at Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge?

Yes, some accommodations at Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge offer a furnished patio.

Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 207 out of 394 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 394 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 394 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 394 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 394 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

YURY

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views on Mt. Cook.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice to have the full kitchen to use with the other guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful location & deck with view for dining

Beautiful location. Front desk staff super helpful and friendly, especially Hafizah. Clean community kitchen stocked with dushes, pots, pans and cleaning supplies, BBQ grill, refrigerator space and small amount of free supplies like milk. Had french press or plunger for coffee so bring coffee grinds. So close to hikes. Great value for price.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kristen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property in the heart of Mount Cook Village. Room was a good size and featured a big bathroom and a small “kitchen” and fridge. There is an upstairs lounge with incredible views and a big kitchen if you want to cook your own meals since the restaurant options are few and expensive in Mount Cook Village. The room was very quiet and also had a big double chair that could be pulled out into a single bed. A great option for less money!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Simon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Veiw in Lounge
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Anchari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s nice and cozy but the layout of the bed and room . They could be arrange it better .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Okay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Overall a good stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vishnu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Daxin

Better buy and prepare your own food if you don’t want to eat at restaurants. There is no grocery nearby within 4-5 miles.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Bin

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Hui

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overall, a good stay!

The room was basically as advertised. The king size bed is 2 twins put together so there is a lump in the middle if you choose that option. The Mountain View was great, the kitchen and lounge area were nice as well. The whole restroom is a little tough to keep dry as the shower is the same floor. We would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sinead

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

Excellent views, cosy sitting room and well equipped kitchen. Warm and comfortable bed!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Winonah

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Haidong

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very pleasant and cooperative. Every thing went very well.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room and shared kitchen and lounge in a beautiful location at a fair price!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved location . Had a full kitchen upstairs & kitchenette in our room . Short drive to Tasman glacier walk & hooker valley track . Nice if u want to engage with others or peaceful back in your own room . Mt cook area was stunning
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah, Fort Lauderdale

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Not a lot of choice in Mount Cook Village but the Alpine Lodge is clean and well equipped and so well placed . The walls are a bit thin but everyone without exception respected this fact so it wasn’t a problem . The staff are helpful and parking is relatively easy either at the front in the evening or at the back during the day . The views of Mount Cook from the communal area and the upper bedrooms at the front are perfect . Nice to sit with you coffee looking at the mountains . Everything else you can put up - not luxury accommodation but great even so .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Dana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely helpful. Was an overall comfortable room. General kitchen & dining area had awesome views. At night there seemed to be loud machinery noise-I forgot to ask what it was. I was able to sleep because I got used to the sound.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Stunning location, mediocre hotel

You're paying for the location not the property itself and the location is 10/10 - a 7 minute drive to the start of the hikes, Mt Cook view from just outside the front door! Stunning! The property is what it is, you can't expect much in a remote location but I was still disappointed. Rooms are tiny, no AC (it could get warm on a sunny summer day), no air circulation at all. Only hotel I've had in NZ without a mini fridge in room. There is a full shared kitchen and lobby got guests with several fridges but other guests moved my stuff in the fridge and it was definitely not optimal especially in a post covid world. It would be very worth it IMO for the property to spring for a mini fridge and microwave for each room. Rooms are accessed from inside with a tight hallway and stairwell. Still in the end worth it for 2 nights for the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rajesh, Holmdel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is perfect. The common lounge is super. The view is also excellent. The rooms are bit dated. But it’s ok for short stays. Considering the price and location it’s excellent value
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff. Loved the communal kitchen facilities and lounge. Balcony off lounge had fantastic views of Mount Cook.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023