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High Country Lodge, Motels & Backpackers

23 Mackenzie Drive, Twizel, NZ

7.2 guest rating· 2607 reviews

About this hotel

Welcome to Twizel High Country Lodge, Motels & Backpackers!

Accommodation Variety: Choose from private rooms, dormitories, or self-contained suites, some with fully equipped kitchens.

Shared Facilities: Enjoy the convenience of a shared kitchen, communal terrace, and a cozy guest lounge.

Ideal Location: Just a 7-minute drive to Lake Ruataniwha for water sports and close to Roundhill Ski Area for winter skiing adventures.

Ready to experience comfort and convenience in Twizel? Book your stay at Twizel High Country Lodge now!

Rooms & rates

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House, 3 Bedrooms

Sleeps 9 · Queen Bed, 7× Twin bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Shower
  • Microwave

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed and 7 Twin Beds</strong></p><p><b>Layout</b> - 3 bedrooms, dining area, and sitting area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - WiFi </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchen with refrigerator, oven, microwave, and cookware/dishware</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, towels, and a shower</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Grab bar near toilet</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

3 Bedroom Carriage House

Sleeps 8 · Queen Bed, 6× Twin bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Shower
  • Microwave

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed and 6 Twin Beds</strong></p><p><b>Layout</b> - 3 bedrooms, dining area, and sitting area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - WiFi </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, oven, and microwave</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, towels, and a shower</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Yard</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Grab bar near toilet</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Sleeps 5 · Queen Bed, 3× Twin bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shower
  • Refrigerator

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds</strong></p><p><b>Layout</b> - 2 bedrooms and dining area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - WiFi </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchenette with refrigerator, stovetop, oven, and microwave</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, towels, and a shower</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Grab bar near toilet</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Two-Bedroom Suite

Sleeps 5 · 25 m² · 3× Twin bed, Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Refrigerator

Guests can make meals in the kitchen that is equipped with a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. This double room includes a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a patio. The unit offers 4 beds.

Studio

Sleeps 3 · 40 m² · 2× Twin bed, Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Refrigerator

This studio features a kitchenette.

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

Sleeps 3 · 15 m² · Twin bed, Double bed

  • TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Heating
  • Shared toilet
  • Interconnected room(s) available

This room offers access to shared bathroom facilities.

Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room

Sleeps 1 · 15 m² · Bunk bed

  • Heating
  • Shared toilet
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Linen

This room offers access to shared bathroom facilities.

Two-Bedroom Suite

Sleeps 7 · 40 m² · 3× Twin bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Refrigerator

This suite features a fully equipped kitchen.

One-Bedroom Suite

Sleeps 3 · 40 m² · Twin bed, Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Refrigerator

This suite features a fully equipped kitchen.

Three-Bedroom Suite

Sleeps 9 · 40 m² · Twin bed, Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Refrigerator

This suite features a fully equipped kitchen.

Amenities

  • Paid WiFi
  • WiFi available
  • Free Parking
  • Private parking
  • Golf course
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Access to health care professionals
  • BBQ facilities
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
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  • Daily housekeeping
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fishing
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Picnic area
  • Shared kitchen
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Terrace
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible

Location

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23 Mackenzie Drive, Twizel, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 06:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say7.22607 reviews

+ Charming vintage style+ Good location− Old and smelly carpets− Uncomfortable beds
Cleanliness6.5
Service8.0
Location8.9
Room Quality6.0
Amenities6.5
Value for Money7.0

Guest review

2.0

− There is a bug on the bed

Aljean · PH · 2026-07-24

Guest review

7.0

Location, cleanliness and staff

− Some assets in the room could be looked into for replacement, tv,fridge

Hunter · NZ · 2026-07-22

Guest review

10.0

It's right in the town centre. Only walking distance from the motel

− Not a proper kitchen, no extractor to extract smoke from the room, cooking utensils need to replace for a better one, shower room drainage was flowing slowly out the shower floor.

Isaiah · NZ · 2026-07-22

I'd choose somewhere else next time.

5.0

This place is actually the old ministry of works accommodations from decades ago when the dams were built. Separate buildings spread out on a grassy area with not much in the way of gardens. Each building has a long dark corridor down the middle with rooms off each side of it. Although it is very clean, it hasn't been updated and doesn't have a holiday vibe at all. It is purely functional, and as one of the cheaper options in Twizel, I guess it is OK value for money, as long as you don't intend to spend much time there.

− It is all very ugly.

Heather · NZ · 2026-07-21

Guest review

8.0

Affordablea and comfortable.

− Just missing some cleaning supply in the kitchen.

Nacion · NZ · 2026-07-15

Great value for money

7.0

Location is the best in town, beds were good , room was satisfactory for the money and very clean, the staff were very friendly and helpful.

− Shower was a little hard to adjust temperature

Adam · NZ · 2026-07-13

Good to know

Please note that there is a 2.5% charge when you pay with a credit card.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.

›Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

›Parking

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

›Pets

Pets are not allowed.

›Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and charges are applicable.

›Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 17 years old stay for NZD 25 per person per night when using an existing bed.

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