Mountain Chalets Motel

3.0 star property

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Property grounds
Two Bedroom - CHALET | Living area | TV
Studio | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fireplace
Beau’s Abobe – 2 Bedroom HOUSE | Living room | TV

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Wairepo Road, Twizel, 7901
  • Place, Twizel Town Centre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Mueller Ridge
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Tekapo Springs
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

One Bedroom - CHALET

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Two Bedroom - CHALET

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Small Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Beau’s Abobe – 2 Bedroom HOUSE

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

Six Bedroom Lodge

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 8 Twin Beds and 2 Double Beds

Studio Chalet

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2

Small Chalet

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2

One Bedroom Chalet

  • Sleeps 3

Two Bedroom Chalet

  • Sleeps 5

Cottage

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Studio

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Twizel

Mountain Chalets Motel is a short stroll from Twizel Town Centre and Mueller Ridge. The 25 rooms at this 3-star motel include kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves.

What's nearby

  • Twizel Town Centre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mueller Ridge - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lake Pukaki - 9 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • Lake Ohau - 28 min drive - 15.6 miles
  • Tekapo Springs - 47 min drive - 44.9 miles

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Vier Project - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Poppies Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mint Folk - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jasmine Thai - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Fishtail Authentic Indian Cuisine - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Mountain Chalets Motel

Guests staying at Mountain Chalets Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables and tours/tickets.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Kitchenettes, washers/dryers, and refrigerators are also available. Housekeeping is not available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 8 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-8 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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Mountain Chalets Motel?

Mountain Chalets Motel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near Mountain Chalets Motel?

This motel is located in Twizel, a short 9-minute walk from Twizel Town Centre and also 13 minutes on foot from Mueller Ridge. Lake Ruataniwha is also within a driving distance of 1.9 mi.

Will I be able to park at Mountain Chalets Motel?

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

Does Mountain Chalets Motel have a casino at the property?

No, Mountain Chalets Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Mountain Chalets Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Mountain Chalets Motel good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this motel, including a kitchenette in each guestroom plus a kitchen and free WiFi in some.

Does Mountain Chalets Motel have a hot tub?

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

Does Mountain Chalets Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Mountain Chalets Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Mountain Chalets Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Mountain Chalets Motel.

Does Mountain Chalets Motel have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Mountain Chalets Motel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Mountain Chalets Motel.

Mountain Chalets Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 421 out of 946 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 389 out of 946 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 946 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 946 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 946 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jose

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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sanket

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Benxiang

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Nice room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Carol

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked in for 2 nights but when we arrived, the room we were given was around the side (no 28 I think) and opposite a working garage. We asked to be moved. The gentleman said he could move us to no 27 in the morning with a Mountain View room. I have to point out that we had a free cancellation of the second night at that point). However, when we got to the morning, it was a lady this time and she said “sorry, no 27 wasn’t available after all”. We couldn’t stay in a room opposite the garage and also a spider ran across the bedding which made me then spot the cobwebs all behind the wardrobe, ceiling, bed etc. we told them we weren’t staying in no 28 for a second night because I had also had no sleep because of my fear of spiders. The guy was back when we called in around 10 am and we told him to refund for one night. We left it with him. He seemed to think there wouldn’t be a problem but would have to refer to the lady. I also spoke to Expedia about it. To date we have NOT had a refund for the second night! This is a highly popular area (Twizel) so would have been easily sold that night to someone else. Very unhappy with the service we received and room no 28!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brynley, Paraparaumu Beach

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The chalet we booked had a minor issue so we were moved to a larger holiday home. Very comfortable so thanks to management for arranging this.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trang

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Gail

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy bed. Shampoo and hand soap needed restocking. Air conditioner remote needed new batteries. Communication was generally poor. Location excellent. Staff friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Slightly aged and worn out carpets and kitchen area. Otherwise was cozy and comfortable for the family
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Vince

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was fine but overpriced compared to Other motels with superior facilities in close proximity
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Having stayed in one of the A frame units previously i anticipated that this what i had booked again. However i was told i was actually in the 'cottage'. This was a sleepout/low end air bnb at best, not to mention that it was on the other side of twizel in an urban street (not part of the motel complex and therefore not associated with all their facilities). There was nowhere to sit and eat (counter top or table). No milk, sugar, salt/pepper. A microwave with no bowls and utensils was the only cooking option. In fairness, milk was provided when i called. The cottage was not serviced during our stay. This was an extremely disappointing booking and i will not be repeating the experience again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kannan, Beaverton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Weird front desk... Seemed it never exists... Picked keys from the room that was open & info at reception door showed my name, room number & where key is located! Checkout was even more interesting as everyone dropped keys in front of the reception door!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An affordable (non-camping) choice to base yourself for the Hooker Valley and surrounding hikes. The A-Frame rooms reminded me of school camps. Lots of timber and basic facilities. The room was clean and large and had everything you need. Great location, plenty of parking and the star gazing was incredible.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Tom

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Noise from highway Terrible shower Poor value for money
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chee Leong

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely A-frame, wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Rhonda

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Breaking our journey from Dunedin to Christchurch with the idea we’d drive up to Mt Cook after check in. Had a few housekeeping issues which we brought to their attention, so hopefully they are resolved. Friendly helpful staff, comfy bed. Bathrooms need a bit of updating. Heating good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

ROMMEL MAX

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was horrible. The soaps were not refilled before the new occupant arrived. The carpet was dirty. It was so cold since there is no heater. The town has few dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed the quietness of the motel and found the beds and pillows to be amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Rhidian

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Rhidian Wilson

Not as advertised .. very disappointed
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brent

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

A night in twizel

Always great to stay here, issues with heating and TV but hey all in all i will be back
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A little run down but clean and a good quiet 2 night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Sharon

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location to Mt Cook. Bed were very soft. Could use a mattress update.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Lindsey

Conveniently located near food and the main road to head out of Twizel. Appreciated the kitchenette with a kettle and refrigerator. Quiet and had what I needed. Wifi was very poor. Only briefly early morning was it ok and then it was so slow nothing would load.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025