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Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat

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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.8

Exceptional

Elegance by tranquil lake views

Surrounded by the serene beauty of Lake Pukaki, this luxury lodge boasts elegant architecture and tranquil gardens. Indulge in premium amenities like a spa, outdoor tennis court, and rooms with heated floors and Egyptian cotton sheets.

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is ฿42,565
฿48,950 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept

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View all photos for 2-bedroom Ashley Mackenzie Villa - Stunning views of Lake Pukaki & Mt Cook

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, and a view of a green landscape through large windows.

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

  • Mountain view
  • 200 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 2-bedroom Villa Matariki - Stunning Ben Ohau Mountain Range View

A room with a large window overlooking a mountainous landscape.

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

  • Mountain view
  • 150 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 1-bedroom Villa Tautoru - Stunning Ben Ohau Mountain Range View

A spacious living room with a high wooden ceiling, a fireplace, and a large window offering a mountain view.

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

  • Mountain view
  • 115 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 2-bedroom Villa Tautoru - Stunning Ben Ohau Mountain Range View

A spacious living room with a high wooden ceiling, a fireplace, and a large window offering a mountain view.

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

  • Mountain view
  • 150 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 2-bedroom Villa Puaka - Lake views - Stunning views of Lake Pukaki & Mt Cook

A bedroom with a large window, a desk, and a chair.

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

  • Lake view
  • 170 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 3-bedroom Pukaki Homestead - Stunning 360 views including Lake Pukaki & Mt Cook

A house with a driveway, a small lake, and mountains in the background.

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

  • Lake view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 1-bedroom Ashley Mackenzie Villa - Stunning views of Lake Pukaki & Mt Cook

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a view of a lake and mountains through a glass door.

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

  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 1-bedroom Villa Puaka - Lake views - Stunning views of Lake Pukaki & Mt Cook

A bedroom with a large window, a desk, and a chair.

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 1-bedroom Villa Matariki - Stunning Ben Ohau Mountain Range View

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair, with a view of the outdoors through large windows.

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Ben Ohau, Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat is in a rural area and on a lake. Mount John Observatory is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Pukaki and Lake Ruataniwha. Aoraki / Mount Cook Visitor Center is another place to visit that comes recommended. Take in the nearby slopes with downhill skiing, snowboarding and skiing lessons, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowshoeing. Visit our Ben Ohau travel guide
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Map
86 Mount Cook Road (State Highway 80), Ben Ohau, Canterbury, 7999

What's nearby

  • A mountain range with snow-capped peaks, a calm lake, and a forested shoreline.
    Lake Ruataniwha
    19 min drive - 20.0 km
  • A turquoise lake with snow-capped mountains in the background and a forested shoreline.
    Lake Ohau
    34 min drive - 38.5 km
  • Lake Pukaki Information Center
    7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Twizel Town Centre
    18 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Mueller Ridge
    20 min drive - 17.4 km

Restaurants

  • Ministry of Works
    12 min drive
  • Jasmine Thai
    12 min drive
  • Mint Folk
    12 min drive
  • Musterers Hut
    11 min drive
  • Fishtail Authentic Indian Cuisine
    12 min drive

About this property

Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat

  • Luxury boutique lodge near Lake Pukaki
  • At Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and a library. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a conference centre.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • Free self-parking
    • An outdoor tennis court, a local area shuttle and local meal delivery service
    • Meeting rooms, a reception hall and an off-lead area
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat feature comforts, such as private outdoor hot tubs and fireplaces, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and pillow menus.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Egyptian cotton sheets and down duvets
    • Heated floors, designer toiletries and hairdryers
    • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and microwaves

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-certified property
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Private wine tours
  • 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

More

  • 1 floor
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 2012
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Tuscan architecture

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

  • 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

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
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

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 650.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 10 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat?

As of 19 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat on 16 Sep 2026 start from ฿42,565, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat located?

Situated on a lake, this luxury lodge is steps from Lake Pukaki and 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from Lake Ruataniwha.

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