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Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat

5.0 star property

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MP3 dock, heated floors
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, free minibar

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Room service
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

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86 Mount Cook Road (State Highway 80), Ben Ohau, Canterbury, 7999
  • Lake Pukaki
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Lake Pukaki Information Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Twizel Town Centre
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Mount Cook (MON)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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  • 150 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

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MP3 dock, heated floors

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  • 115 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, free minibar

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  • 170 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

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MP3 dock, heated floors

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  • 150 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, free minibar

Ashley Mackenzie Villa + Spa - 2 bedroom

  • 200 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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    About this property

    Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat

    Adults-only lodge with spa services and restaurant
    Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free lodge has a conference centre and Access to hot tub. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include an outdoor tennis court, spa services and concierge services.
    Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat offers 8 accommodations with MP3 docking stations and free minibar items. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and espresso makers.

    Bathrooms include slippers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

    Recreational amenities at the lodge include an outdoor tennis court and Access to hot tub.

    The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

    Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.
    During your stay at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat, you'll be within walking distance of Lake Pukaki. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area.
    • Free WiFi
    • Free self-parking
    • Enjoy a bite to eat at the restaurant
    • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
    • On-site recreation includes an outdoor tennis court, helicopter/aeroplane tours and yoga classes
    • 5 minutes by car from Lake Pukaki and 14 minutes from Lake Ruataniwha
    • Local-area shuttle service available for a fee
    • Cats and dogs welcome free of charge
    • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including an off-lead area
    There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat offers its guests an outdoor tennis court and Access to hot tub. Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat. The lodge can provide concierge services and wedding services. Self parking is free.

    This 5-star Ben Ohau lodge is smoke free.

    Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat has a restaurant on site.
    Room service (during limited hours) is available.

    Awards and affiliations

    Eco-certified property
    This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

    Languages

    English

    Property amenities

    Internet

    • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
    • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

    Parking and transport

    • Area shuttle (surcharge)
    • Free self parking on site
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options

    Food and drink

    • A restaurant
    • Couples/private dining
    • Private picnics

    Things to do

    • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
    • Library
    • Outdoor tennis court
    • Private wine tours
    • Spa tub
    • Yoga classes

    Conveniences

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

    Guest services

    • Concierge services
    • Dry cleaning/laundry service
    • Housekeeping (daily)
    • Proposal/romance packages
    • Tour and ticket assistance
    • Wedding services

    Business services

    • Conference centre
    • Meeting rooms

    Outdoors

    • Garden
    • In the mountains
    • On a lake
    • Picnic area
    • Terrace

    Spa

    • In-room massages

    Accessibility

    • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
    • 2 accessible parking spaces
    • Front entrance ramp
    • Hand-held showerhead
    • No lift (single-level property)
    • Tile flooring in room
    • Well-lit path to entrance
    • Wheelchair accessibility
    • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
    • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
    • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

    Room amenities

    Bedroom

    • Down comforter
    • Egyptian cotton sheets
    • Pillow menu

    Bathroom

    • Designer toiletries
    • Hair dryer
    • Heated bathroom floor
    • Shampoo
    • Slippers
    • Soap
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels provided

    Entertainment

    • CD player
    • MP3 dock

    Food and drink

    • Champagne service
    • Coffee/tea maker
    • Electric kettle
    • Espresso maker
    • Free bottled water
    • Free stocked minibar
    • Limited room service
    • Meal delivery service
    • Microwave
    • Restaurant dining guides
    • Toaster

    More

    • Electrical adapters
    • Heated floor
    • Heating
    • Iron/ironing board
    • Soundproofed rooms

    Policies

    Check-in

    Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
    Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    Late check-in subject to availability
    Minimum check-in age - 18

    Check-out

    Check-out before 11 AM
    Contactless check-out

    Special check-in instructions

    The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    Front desk staffed during limited hours

    Access methods

    Front desk (limited hours)

    Pets

    • Pets are welcome and stay free
    • Only dogs and cats are allowed
    • An off-lead area is available

    Children and extra beds

    • Children younger than 10 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 10 and older are welcome.
    • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 650.0 per day.
    • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

    Payment types at the property

    Important information

    Optional extras

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

    • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 650.0 per day

    This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

    You need to know

    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
    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; cash is not accepted
    Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
    The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

    We should mention

    • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
    • This is an adults-only property and guests under 10 years old aren't allowed.
    • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

    National rating

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

    Property is also known as

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    Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat Reviews

    Reviews

    9.6

    Exceptional

    Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 5 reviews
    Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
    Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
    Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

    10/10

    Cleanliness

    10/10

    Staff & service

    9.0/10

    Amenities

    10/10

    Property conditions & facilities

    8.0/10

    Eco-friendliness

    Reviews

    8/10 Good

    Olaf

    Travelled with partner
    Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    It was nice and quiet. Food and service was fantastic. We just struck a bad time with the weather "FOG"
    Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

    10/10 Excellent

    Jill

    Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

    10/10 Excellent

    Verified traveller

    Travelled with family
    Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    Our amazing stay in the Ashley Mackenzie villa was magical! The view of the glacier lake, the mountains, and Mount Cook were spectacular. Kaye and Luke were gracious hosts and Anna was a dream to work with. The villa was first class and very well appointed. We lacked for nothing! The chef prepared 5 star dinners that were delicious and delivered every evening. Highly recommend this property for a relaxing and pampered stay.
    Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

    10/10 Excellent

    Valerie, Brookline, MA

    Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
    Spectacular Experience!
    The villa was beyond amazing. The views right on Lake Pukaki were spectacular. We had our own private workout room & hot tub, plus a private massage room & sauna that sadly went unused. Our hosts, Luke & Kaye were lovely and provided amazing cuisine both nights. There is plenty of privacy, but if any assistance is needed, they are right there to provide it.

    10/10 Excellent

    Benson, Wisconsin

    Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
    Unrivaled tranquility and comfort.
    Hosts Kaye and Luke are developing an gorgeous property on the south end of Lake Pukaki. Part of this development includes a villa for 2-4 guests. The combination of tranquility and comfort that our one night stay provided were unsurpassed in my experience. The hosts are gracious and engaging. Kaye provided a delicious basket of goodies when we arrived; after returning from Mt. Cook park in the evening, Luke brought down a wonderful prepared dinner of locally raised salmon (we had earlier selected a wine from his cellar to chill). It turned rainy that evening, so we finished the bottle by the fire in the living room. We awoke to light coming in through the bedroom windows. After a sumptuous breakfast and soak in the hot tub overlooking vistas of the lake and mountains, we felt recharged enough to (reluctantly) leave the bliss behind and push on with our travels. The ineffable pleasure this stay provided cannot really be conveyed in this small comment box. Book a night or two yourself to read the comments I (and many other enthralled guests) left behind in the guest book; you will be inspired to add yours to the list. This retreat would be perfect for a honeymoon (or second honeymoon). I dream of returning some year to see what Kaye and Luke have done to further develop the grounds.