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High Country Motel and Backpackers

2.5 star property
Motel in Twizel

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3 Bedroom Carriage House | Terrace/patio
3 Bedroom Carriage House | WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Reception
3 Bedroom Carriage House | WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Internet access
    Internet access
  • Free parking
    Free parking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • TV in a common area
Feel at home
  • Separate bedroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Barbecue grill(s)
The price is $79
includes taxes & fees
$68 per night
Nov 29 - Nov 30

Room options

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WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Oven
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Oven
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed and 5 Twin Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Studio | WiFi, bed sheets

Studio

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, Private Bathroom | WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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3 Bedroom Carriage House | WiFi, bed sheets

3 Bedroom Carriage House

Highlights

Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed and 6 Twin Beds

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House, 3 Bedrooms | WiFi, bed sheets

House, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Queen Bed and 7 Twin Beds

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Internet access
Laundry facilities
Non-smoking
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (82)
The price is $59
includes taxes & fees
$51 per night
Dec 15 - Dec 16
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About the neighborhood

Map
23 Mackenzie Drive, Twizel, 7901

What's nearby

  • Twizel Town Centre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mueller Ridge - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lake Ruataniwha - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Lake Pukaki - 8 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Lake Pukaki Information Center - 9 min drive - 11.2 km

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jasmine Thai - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mt Cook Alpine Salmon - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mint Folk - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bumbles Bacon Butties - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Musterer's Hut Cafe - ‬6 min walk

About this property

High Country Motel and Backpackers

At High Country Motel and Backpackers, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Pukaki. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 104 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (2 PM - 7:30 PM) and Monday - Sunday (8 PM - 10 PM)
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • WiFi in public areas*
  • WiFi in rooms*

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge)
  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Services

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • WiFi (surcharge)

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guestrooms for NZD 3.00 per 24-hour period (4-device limit, rates may vary)
  • WiFi is available in public areas for NZD 3.00 (4-device limit, rates may vary)
  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 13.00 per person
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

High Country Motel Backpackers Twizel
High Country Motel Backpackers
High Backpackers Twizel
High Country Motel and Backpackers Motel
High Country Motel and Backpackers Twizel
High Country Motel and Backpackers Motel Twizel

Frequently asked questions

Does High Country Motel and Backpackers offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, High Country Motel and Backpackers 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 High Country Motel and Backpackers?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at High Country Motel and Backpackers?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at High Country Motel and Backpackers?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at High Country Motel and Backpackers and nearby?
High Country Motel and Backpackers has a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around High Country Motel and Backpackers like?
High Country Motel and Backpackers is a short 4-minute walk from Twizel Town Centre and 7 minutes' walk from Mueller Ridge.

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

Good location and comfortable
The place is fairly basic but clean, tidy and comfortable. WIFI was good. The fridge did freeze everything overnight though which was a little annoying as we didn’t change any settings. Otherwise good and close to the pub.
R, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Very quiet and very accessible
Warren, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Noisy neighbor, no reception to call.
The accommodation is sort of ok, what you expect. We had a terrible stay, due to a guest next door left on his tv all night, no stop since we checked in till we checked out, not one minute break. In the evening it was movies, very loud, during the night it was music, very loud. paper thin walls, you could hear every beat. I had to move to an other bed further away from that wall, but still... did not sleep all night. Ear plugs, etc, not much use. The problem was there is no reception after hours, and we were afraid to bang on the wall, not knowing what kind of 'guests' are in the other room. We were afraid they would damage the car or such. This kind of disturbance on this level never happened to me, (flew 11 million kms, 120+ countries), but in a case like this you would normally call reception. We were just unlucky. You pay a fortune to come all the way to see Mt Cook, and you cannot sleep the night before.
Tibor Frank, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I like the service given by staff.easy access for shooing
Khim Bahadur, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Graham, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, great staff, close to town
Rachel, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1 more night in Twizel
Weather was fantastic, locals very friendly, night was great
Brent, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Good value for price paid. Comfortable rooms. Communal ablutions clean. Perhaps some milk in the fridge to go with coffee sachets?
Michael, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

The motel was convient to many places within walking distance. It was not sound insulated so it was a bit noisy. Felt a little cramped for space. The front desk hours were sporadic. We used the laundry but it was just one washer/dryer for a large number of potential residents.
Tad, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Dated & not particularly attractive. Despite that, had a comfortable night
Ann, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Archie, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

The room was satisfactory with good access to Mount Cook, Lake Pukaki and surrounding areas. Nice pub nearby
Karen, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Plenty of room and everything you need in the unit and park. Shops next door, easy accessible parking and quiet location. Not fancy but great value for money
Grant, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

This motel is quite old, basic facility is there. They have daily room servicing but no standard procedure, like milk was given only once, partially tidy up stuff, curtain was opened without any privacy concept. Location is ok, Four Square is just opposite with various restaurants in walking distance. Parking is ok too. It is a bit pricy at this quality.
Howard, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I liked the price per night at this motel and it wasn't far from Mt Cook NP and some nice lakes. There are restaurants and grocery stores a short walk away.
michael, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice basic 1 bedroom apt.
Edmund, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

meir, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Although relatively close to Mount Cook and well kept, everything was dated. The sink fixtures actually still have separate hot and cold taps! Thankfully the hotel did be sure to have drain plugs in each sink so that the hot and cold water could be mixed into warm. Twizel is far from anything else, so maybe bring your own food.
Melanie, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Closed to town center and supermarket.
Wenginn, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Easy to find, and able to park car outside unit. Next to 4 Square and bar/restaurant, so convenient location. Well equipped kitchen if needed.
RUTH, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good budget option. Accommodation was simple but clean and comfortable. All needs were covered. Kitchen was pretty clean. Easy walk within town to supermarket and restaurants.
Olivia, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Rangi, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great value and clean
Owen, 4-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nic, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

I liked it. Was very clean.
Marie, 1-night romance trip
Verified Wotif guest review