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

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Ski facilities
  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
Main amenities
  • 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
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is $195
includes taxes & fees
$168 per night
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2025

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
  • 301 sq ft
  • 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
  • Mueller Ridge - 17 min walk
  • Lake Ruataniwha - 2 min drive
  • Lake Pukaki - 8 min drive
  • Lake Pukaki Information Center - 8 min drive

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

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 35.0 per night

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.

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.

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

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
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Very outdated - guessing it was built in the 70’s and needs a full remodel. Hollow doors made us able to hear everything in hallways. Patio had no chairs so not really usable. Bed coverrs old and outdated.
Dianne, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Aleksandr, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Mantas, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Chirag, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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

8/10 Very Good

Good
Gerardodiaz, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Great view from balcony. Good choice of food at restaurant. Noisy heating. Spilled coffee stains at door
Ric, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Does the job. Overdue for a refurbishment. Stayed warm in the middle of winer which was great
T, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice view of snow
Ranjeet, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Kate, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

No electric blankets Noisey fan style heater had to be on at night as was -3 so slept terrible both nights Shower not great Nice building but needs updating
Mrs Leanne, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Tv did not work. Asked reception to come and fix but no reply. Also no telephone connected in room.
Chris, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

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 family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Sally, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Sarah, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Clean & tidy rooms, although a little dated. Food was great & staff were friendly.
Paul, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely relaxing stay
Jennifer, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Reception staff quite snippy. Landline ph in room didnt work.
Geoff, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very Good

Nice stay
The staff was very friendly and very helpful. The room was clean and the beds were comfortable. Nearby the hotel there is a food truck that sells very nice cod fish. Next to the food truck you could get the delicious pizza with generous fillings.
2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Spacious room. Convenient stop en route to Wanaka
Timothy, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Best hotel for stopover on way to Queenstown
We travelled to Queenstown for work at least twice a year and it is a good half way point for us to stopover without driving over 6 hours straight. We always enjoyed their dinner buffet. The interior does look tired but clean. The room has 2 queen beds + 1 single and a bonus bath. Very good value for money for a short layover.
Alethea, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Needs an upgrade but good food n service
The dinner offerings are plentiful and breakfast buffet very good. Bar service and reception also VG. Rooms are tired and the hotel needs an upgrade or two e.g. water flow in shower awful
Stuart, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Xiao, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

The bed and pillows were very comfortable. Hotel was outdated yet clean and comfortable.
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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