Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel

Hotels
7.3 (734 reviews)
Corner Of Ostler & Wairepo Streets, 2 Wairepo Road , Twizel , nz

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Business center
Heating
Terrace
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly staff
Clean and comfortable rooms
Cons:
Breakfast could be improved
Value for money unsatisfactory
Some noise disturbances

Categories

Cleanliness
7.01
Room had just been updated so the decoration and cleanliness were very good.
Service
8.48
Outstanding staff. Friendly and professional.
Location
8.02
Good location for our needs and travel plans.
Room Quality
7.47
The rooms are newly remodeled and very nicely done.
Amenities
7
The rest of the hotel's facilities are old and dated.
Value for Money
6.46
Costo decisamente alto per un grande motel di provincia.
Food and Beverage
6.51
Buffet food at breakfast warm rather than hot.
Overall Experience
7.48
Overall positive experience despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 21:55

Property Description

Stunning Mountain Views
Experience modern rooms at MacKenzie Country Hotel with en-suite bathrooms and satellite TV. Enjoy a private balcony overlooking the Southern Alps.

Outdoor Adventures
Explore the MacKenzie Country Region with bike rentals available on-site. Discover the breathtaking mountains and lakes surrounding the hotel.

Culinary Delights
Indulge in authentic New Zealand cuisine at the fully licensed restaurant. Relax by the large stone fireplace in the cocktail bar for a cozy evening.

Book your stay at MacKenzie Country Hotel for a memorable getaway in the heart of Twizel.

Important information:

Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with a credit card.Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.3
Based on 734 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.01
Service: 8.48
Location: 8.02
Room Quality: 7.47
Amenities: 7
Value for Money: 6.46
Food and Beverage: 6.51
Overall Experience: 7.48
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Guillaume extended_group fr
2
Cons:

En rénovation, des travaux partout. Le temps d’eau chaude est compté.

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
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Sheenal family_with_children nz
9
Pros:

Friendly helpful staff and great food. Beautiful view from the room.

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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NEETASHA MARYANNE extended_group nz
8
It was good.
Pros:

Newly refurbished room and bathrooms.

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Jeannette solo_traveller nz
8
Adventureous
Pros:

Dispitr6 renovations excellent

Cons:

Weather

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Niles family_with_children nz
10
2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Jung Chan solo_traveller tw
8
2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Dipak solo_traveller au
3
Cons:

Bathroom had damp/mouldy smell, was offered another room and was the same.
Online menu price was different to the venue one and they didn't really care when I brought it up.
Some items ran out during buffet breakfast, asked for it couple of times but was ignored.
Price was the highest one we paid in 2 weeks stay in South Island even higher than 5 star hotels, but hotel was very average.

2026-04-21 via Nuitee
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Shahjahan family_with_children au
10
2026-04-15 via Nuitee
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Leanne family_with_children au
9
2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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Peter family_with_children au
8
Very comfortable stay
Pros:

Breakfast buffet was amazing! Good variety and very fresh!

Cons:

Access to the lobby from our room was closed due to renovation, which made it difficult to access the front lobby without stairs….had to go outside each time.

2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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Yichen extended_group au
7
2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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Taylor couple au
10
2026-04-07 via Nuitee
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lorraine extended_group nz
9
2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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Nathaly extended_group br
7
2026-04-01 via Nuitee
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Thomas couple de
8
Pros:

neu renoviertes grosses Zimmer mit Gartenblick. Personal sehr freundlich. Essen (Buffet und a la carte) war sehr gut.

Cons:

wann muss wissen, dass das Hotel vin grossen asiatischen Gruppen gebucht wird. dadurch ist es beim Abendessen am Buffet eventuell sehr voll. allerdings legt das Personal immer nach und man hat ja die Option à la carte zu essen

2026-04-01 via Nuitee
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Danny family_with_children in
3
2026-03-27 via Nuitee
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Debra extended_group au
5
Nice meal with great staff in the dining room
Pros:

Not a lot

Cons:

Very small hotel rooms and very expensive for what you got

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
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Jon extended_group nz
9
2026-03-24 via Nuitee
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John couple us
9
Pleasant restful stay in Twizel.
Pros:

Close to a good restaurant. Beautiful updated bathroom.

Cons:

No elevators.

2026-03-17 via Nuitee
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Yixue couple cn
10
2026-03-12 via Nuitee