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Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel

3.5 star property
Twizel ski hotel with ski storage and restaurant

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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

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • 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
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is CNY1,314
CNY1,511 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23

Room options

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

Deluxe Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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

Deluxe Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Cnr Ostler & Wairepo Roads, PO Box 99, Twizel, 7901

What's nearby

  • Twizel Town Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mueller Ridge - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lake Ohau - 28 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Tekapo Springs - 47 min drive - 72.6 km
  • Church of the Good Shepherd - 48 min drive - 74.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Poppies Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Vier Project - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Mint Folk - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Jasmine Thai - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Ministry of Works - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel

  • At Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel, you'll be 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 features include a terrace and a garden. Skiers will appreciate access to ski storage. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and spacious guestrooms.

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 within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; 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
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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))
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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
  • Ski storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1985
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in room
  • High pile carpet in room

Ski

  • Ski storage
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Ski lessons nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Room amenities

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

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

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

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

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.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

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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Reviews

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8.0

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently good with a wide selection and hearty options. (14 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Great service, clean
Ali, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Staff were fantastic and accommodated requests such as cutlery / salt&pepper. Only decent place in Twizel and handy distance to Mount cook. Property was a bit dated.
Shalvin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely relaxing stay
Jennifer, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable stay, bed was good, room clean, very quiet location
Dianne, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Big rooms, clean, friendly staff
Jenny, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice property with spacious rooms and handy location!!
Rashi, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

We stayed here for a quick sleep break. The room was spacious, the food was decent, and there was a lovely lounge/common area to relax, read a book, or use the iPad. The staff were friendly and welcoming.
Shaghayegh, 1-night trip
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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
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4/10 Fair

The staff were friendly, loved the town. The hotel is completely over priced and the beds are so old and dipped in the middle.
Sarah, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It’s a good location .
Rupesh, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff and good location for local food trucks
Ronda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Check in was very smooth and kind.
Kazuhiko, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable, clean. Good place to stay if visiting Mt Cook.
Margaret, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice place to see stars at night. Good breakfast also. Staff are friendly.
Pui, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff very friendly, accommodating, and helpful.
Marilyn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great value for money. We were 10 in our group and staff went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable.
Richard, 1-night trip
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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
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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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8/10 Very good

A little dated in the room I was in but on the whole it was good A bit a shower water pressure would be appreciated in their renovations
Glenn, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice large room with two double beds worked for us
Paul, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable and warm
James, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Surprisingly good stay.built many decades ago it is surpringly comfortable ,breakfast was good with all the usual staples. Rooms were large. Would stay again
Royce, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean & tidy rooms, although a little dated. Food was great & staff were friendly.
Paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was very clean and staff friendly . Also quite quiet noise wise
Pauline, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Big room, very comfortable, easy parking. Close to the city with 10 minutes walk.
Ratchakrit, 1-night trip