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Mt Cook Lodge & Motels

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, 6-minute walk to Aoraki / Mount Cook Visitor Center

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Exterior
Reception
Mt Cook Lodge Room Valley View with 1 King Bed | Terrace/patio
Daily buffet breakfast (NZD 42 per person)
Motel Family Queen Queen | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Bowen Drive, Aoraki, Mount Cook, 7946
  • Place, Mount Cook National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Aoraki / Mount Cook Visitor Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

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Mt Cook Lodge Room Valley View with 1 King Bed | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Mt Cook Lodge Room Valley View with 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Mt Cook Lodge Room Village View with 1 King Bed | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Mt Cook Lodge Room Village View with 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Motel Family Queen Single Single | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Motel Family Queen Single Single

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Motel Studio | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Motel Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Motel Family Queen Queen | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Motel Family Queen Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Mount Cook

Mt Cook Lodge & Motels places you within a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions such as Aoraki / Mount Cook Visitor Center and Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre. This 59-room motel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Mount Cook National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Aoraki / Mount Cook Visitor Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Red Tarns - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Mueller Glacier - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Snowline Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Old Mountaineers' Cafe & Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sir Edmund Hillary Café & Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chamois Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Panorama Restaurant - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Mt Cook Lodge & Motels

Motel with free parking, 6-minute walk to Aoraki / Mount Cook Visitor Center
Guests staying at Mt Cook Lodge & Motels enjoy free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Front-desk staff can assist with tours/tickets and luggage storage.
Guests can enjoy flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include electric kettles, hair dryers, and safes.
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
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 42 for adults and NZD 22 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Chamois Bar & Grill Menu

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a national park

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 42 for adults and NZD 22 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 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, 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Mt Cook Lodge & Motels Motel
Mt Cook Lodge & Motels Mount Cook
Mt Cook Lodge & Motels Motel Mount Cook

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Mt Cook Lodge & Motels?

Mt Cook Lodge & Motels offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see within easy reach of Mt Cook Lodge & Motels?

Located steps from Governors Bush Walk Trailhead, this motel is in Mount Cook, and within a 10-minute walk of Mount Cook National Park and Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre. You'll also find Te Wahipounamu and Red Tarns less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Mt Cook Lodge & Motels?

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

Does Mt Cook Lodge & Motels have a casino?

No, Mt Cook Lodge & Motels doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Mt Cook Lodge & Motels?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What do couples enjoy most about Mt Cook Lodge & Motels?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include kitchenettes and valley views.

Are there hot tubs at Mt Cook Lodge & Motels?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Mt Cook Lodge & Motels feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Mt Cook Lodge & Motels serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Chamois Bar & Grill Menu.

Will Mt Cook Lodge & Motels allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Mt Cook Lodge & Motels.

Does Mt Cook Lodge & Motels have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Mt Cook Lodge & Motels?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Mt Cook Lodge & Motels.

Mt Cook Lodge & Motels Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 96 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katharine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet considering the number of rooms. Friendly and helpful staff. Small, but enough space. Comfy bed. Heated tiles in bathroom were so lovely after a long day hiking in the snow. The laundry was a reasonable walk and a little hard to find, even with directions. Limited food options especially Monday and Tuesday nights, so be organised or prepared to pay $$$ for dinner at the Hermitage. It was good food but expensive. Dinner at the Chamois onsite was good food and reasonable priced, but only open Wednesday to Sunday.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Graham

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

KWEE LENG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel is one of the best I ever stayed in during my New Zealand trip. It is new, parking is convenient, service is good. It is also near to the Tasman Valley track. I love my stay over there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katharine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was only one dinner option the first night - $85 pp buffet. It was nice, but more than I’d have liked to spend. From Wednesday to Sunday there’s another cheaper option at the lodge which served really great pizza and burgers. Super convenient for all that the national park has to offer. You just need to be aware of the food situation and be organised.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Samantha

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

Terrible

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wei-Hsiu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and good value!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

WEILING

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I think everything about the accommodation was perfect. However, since it was the low season, we went to the front desk of the Hermit Hotel to check in. There were four staff members at the counter, but only two computers were available for use. As a result, we had to wait a long time. Moreover, there was no clear queuing system, and three families cut in line directly in front of us. Although we raised this issue with the front desk, they told us we still had to wait behind them, which made me feel very unfair.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raj

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good experience overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Accommodation was excellent as was the Hermitage Buffet
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had everything we needed. full kitchen in the motel units. but check time of year and what facilities are open for dining.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

xianming

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful time at the motel. Great views from the room. From the reception and visitor information staff and the house cleaning team all amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

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

6/10 Okay

Kurt

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We were unaware that ALL dining options in the entire village were closed other than the buffet which cost $83 per person - how convenient! We had to cop it on the first night and get cold food from the cafe and store it in the mini fridge for the second night. They know how to make their money.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
We got upgraded to the Hermitage because of limited capacity during winter season. It was a nice upgrade in terms of us getting complimentary breakfast but it also meant that we could not cook our own food. There was no kitchenette at the Hermitage. The Hermitage was an old hotel and honestly has seen better days. It is dated but at least it is clean. Breakfast spread was great too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simran

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property with amazing views inside the room and all around the property!! It's located in such a peaceful area. Looking forward to visiting again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paulo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view was spectacular and the hotel offered a good selection at the buffet dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rex

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our upgrade to the Hermitage was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, Palm Coast

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 2 nights. Very clean and modern room. Great shower and comfortable room. Loved being in the park for convenience to hiking. We weren’t thrilled with the pub or buffet though and there are very limited dining options in the park. We knew that going in, but probably wouldn’t stay here again for only that reason.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Arya

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Looks completely different from the pictures, and theres a weird smell in the lodge
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

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

Very interesting place

We found the Mount Cook Lodge & Motel to be very unique, in that the units were like small apartments. They had a kitchen, and besides a queen bed in the main room with a pullout sofa and a table, there was a separate bedroom with two twin beds. The bathroom had a heater, which was nice for cold mornings. Everything is close together, so even if you go do activities in the Hermitage, it's nice to come back to the Mount Cook Lodge where it's a little quieter and there are a fewer tourists.
It was nice to have a bench outside our unit to take in the views.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025