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Villa Tautoru - 2 bedroom
Room with view
150 square metres
2 King Beds
Room sleeps 4 guests
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Exclusive Villa
170 square metres
2 King Beds
Room sleeps 4 guests
(up to 3 children)
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Ashley Mackenzie Villa + Spa - 2 bedroom
Room with view
200 square metres
1 King Bed 2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 4 guests
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Villa Tautoru - 1 bedroom
Room with view
115 square metres
1 King Bed 2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
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Villa Matariki - 2 bedroom
Room with view
150 square metres
2 King Beds
Room sleeps 6 guests
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Get an overview of this hotel
Adults-only lodge with spa services and a restaurant

Popular property highlights

Free self parking
Free WiFi
Pets allowed
Laundry facilities
Smoke-free property

Located in Ben Ohau, Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat is on a lake, within a 15-minute drive of Lake Pukaki and Lake Ruataniwha. This luxury lodge is within the region of Mount John Observatory and Aoraki / Mount Cook Visitor Center.

Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 8 guestrooms, featuring heated floors. Your bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, while MP3 docking stations help you enjoy your music in the comfort of your room. Conveniences include free minibar items and microwaves, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including a spa tub and an outdoor tennis court. This Tuscan-style lodge also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the lodge's room service (during limited hours).

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Event facilities at this lodge consist of a conference center and meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.

Languages spoken

  • English

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Hotel Amenities

Hotel Amenities

  • Concierge services
  • Total number of rooms - 8
  • Number of floors - 1
  • Number of buildings/towers - 4
  • Laundry facilities
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Spa services on site
  • Picnic area
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Meeting rooms
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wedding services
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Free WiFi
  • Year Built – 2012
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Number of spa tubs - 1
  • Conference centre
  • Outdoor tennis courts - 1
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage
  • Terrace
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Private winery tours
  • Proposal/romance packages available
  • Reception hall
  • Off-street parking
  • Dog exercise area
  • No accessible shuttle
  • Number of accessible parking spaces 2
  • Front entrance ramp

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Languages spoken

  • English

Parking

Free self parking

Room Amenities

Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat offers 8 accommodations with MP3 docking stations and free minibar items. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, 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 hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested.

  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Espresso maker
  • Designer toiletries
  • Premium bedding
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • In-room massage available
  • Slippers
  • Free WiFi
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • MP3 docking station
  • Separate bedroom
  • Minibar (stocked, free items)
  • Heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Towels provided
  • Linens provided
  • Toaster
  • Number of beds 2
  • Champagne service
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Guidebooks or recommendations
  • Electrical adaptors/chargers
  • CD player
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Heated floor
  • Heated floors
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
  • Meal delivery service available
  • Tile flooring in room

Where to Eat

Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat has a restaurant on site.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Nearby Things to do

  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snowshoeing nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Ski lessons available nearby
  • Ski equipment rental shops nearby
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours on site
  • Yoga classes/instruction on site
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Spa Services

  • Massages

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM

Minimum check-in age is: 18

Check-in time ends at 9 PM

Check-out

Check-out time is 11 AM

Payment types

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets stay free
  • Dogs and cats only
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Service animals welcome

You need to know

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

No cots (infant beds) available

No lifts

Minimum guest age is 10

Caters to adults only

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Front desk opens daily at 8:00 AM

Front desk closes daily at 10:00 PM

Pets allowed (no fees)

Debit cards not accepted

Staffed front desk

Smoke detector

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff do not wear personal protective equipment

Protective clothing is not available for guests

No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser

Social distancing measures are in place

Contactless check-in is available

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Individually wrapped food options are not available

No gap period between guests' stays

Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly

Temperature checks are not available to guests

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Contactless check-out is available

Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association

Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning

Cashless transactions are not available

Masks are compulsory at the property

Reservation is not required for facilities on site

Mobile key entry is not available

Food service has been amended for enhanced safety

Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing

Property does not require health documentation at check-in

Fees

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.

Hotel Names

  • Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat
  • Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat B&B
  • Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat B&B Pukaki
  • Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat Pukaki
  • Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat Lodge Pukaki
  • Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat Ben Ohau
  • Ben Ohau Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat Lodge
  • Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat Lodge Ben Ohau
  • Lodge Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat Ben Ohau
  • Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat Lodge
  • Lodge Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat
  • Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat Lodge
  • Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat Ben Ohau
  • Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat Lodge Ben Ohau

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the lodge 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.

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Awards & Affiliations

  • Qualmark

National Rating

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