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Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat

★★★★★ 86 Mt Cook Road, Lake Pukaki, NZ

9.8 guest rating· 45 reviews

About this hotel

Luxurious Accommodations with Stunning Views

Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat offers luxury villas with hot tubs, fireplaces, and exquisite views of Lake Pukaki and the Ben Ohau ranges. The elegant suites feature high wooden ceilings and sandstone floors, providing a cozy and upscale retreat for guests.

Exclusive Amenities for Ultimate Relaxation

Indulge in a private sauna, fitness room, and massage room in the Villa with Lake views. Guests can also unwind in the hot tub, enjoy free afternoon tea, and savor delicious homemade breakfast provisions prepared by the Retreat chefs.

Unique Experiences in Aoraki Mackenzie Dark Sky Reserve

Located within the Dark Sky Reserve, guests can partake in stargazing activities, tennis, cycling, and hiking on the expansive 160-acre property. With easy access to Twizel, Mt Cook Village, and Lake Tekapo, Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat offers a perfect blend of luxury and nature.

Book now for an unforgettable lakeside getaway at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat!

Rooms & rates

2-bedroom Villa Matariki – Stunning Ben Ohau Mountain Range View

Sleeps 4 · 84 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom
  • Kitchenette

1-bedroom Ashley Mackenzie Villa – Stunning views of Lake Pukaki & Mt Cook

Sleeps 2 · 84 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom
  • Kitchen

1-bedroom Villa Matariki – Stunning Ben Ohau Mountain Range View

Sleeps 2 · 84 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom
  • Kitchenette

2-bedroom Villa Tautoru – Stunning Ben Ohau Mountain Range View

Sleeps 4 · 99 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom
  • Kitchenette

1 bedroom Villa Puaka - Lake views– Stunning views of Lake Pukaki & Mt Cook

Sleeps 2 · 160 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom
  • Kitchenette

Pukaki Homestead

Sleeps 6 · 3× King bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

2-bedroom Ashley Mackenzie Villa – Stunning views of Lake Pukaki & Mt Cook

Sleeps 4 · 99 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom
  • Kitchen

1-bedroom Villa Tautoru – Stunning Ben Ohau Mountain Range View

Sleeps 2 · 84 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom
  • Kitchenette

2-bedroom Villa Puaka - Lake views – Stunning views of Lake Pukaki & Mt Cook

Sleeps 4 · 99 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom
  • Kitchenette

3-bedroom Pukaki Homestead– Stunning 360 views including Lake Pukaki & Mt Cook

Sleeps 6 · 242 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom
  • Kitchen

Amenities

  • WiFi available
  • Spa/wellness center
  • Fitness facilities
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Private parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Restaurant
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Golf course
  • Ski storage
  • Skiing
  • Tour desk
  • Non-smoking rooms
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  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Adult only
  • Allergy-free room
  • Bike tours
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Cashless payment available
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Concierge service
  • Cooking class
  • Cycling
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fishing
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Fruits
  • Garden
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Ironing service
  • Key access
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Massage services
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Open-air bath
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Shuttle service
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Smoke alarms
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Steam room
  • Sun terrace
  • Tennis court
  • Tennis equipment
  • Walking tours
  • Wine/champagne
  • Yoga classes

Location

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86 Mt Cook Road, Lake Pukaki, NZ

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say9.845 reviews

+ Incredible location
Cleanliness9.6
Service10.0
Location10.0
Room Quality9.6
Amenities9.6
Value for Money10.0

Amazing place.

9.0

Everything

aline · HK · 2026-04-04

Guest review

9.0

Villa was huge with a working fireplace and a lovely mountainside view. Food was very tasty and they were flexible in providing for dietary requirements. The grounds were lovely and walking them was a treat too.

Hot tub is due for a repaint. Restaurant saff was very friendly but a bit slow. Nothing to fault the Hotel otherwise-really pleasant stay

Williams · GB · 2026-03-16

Guest review

10.0

Incredibile location

Enrico · IT · 2025-12-29

Good to know

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 0 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

People no matter the age stay for NZD 650 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.