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High Country Motel and Backpackers

2.5 star property
Motel in Twizel

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Property entrance
House, 3 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio
Breakfast (NZD 13.00 per person)
3 Bedroom Carriage House | Terrace/patio
House, 3 Bedrooms | WiFi, bed sheets
Nestled in a scenic location, High Country Motel and Backpackers offers a warm welcome with its garden, terrace, and helpful staff. Connect to WiFi in the comfort of your room or enjoy some quiet time reading near the lobby TV.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Internet access
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • 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 (6)

  • Separate bedroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Barbecue grill(s)
$60 nightly
The total price is $69
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 9 of 9 rooms

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Studio | WiFi, bed sheets

Studio

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

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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Suite, 1 Bedroom | WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 Bedroom

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed and 5 Twin Beds

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WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Oven
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 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
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Queen Bed and 7 Twin Beds

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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
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed and 6 Twin Beds

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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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WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double 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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About the neighborhood

Map
23 Mackenzie Drive, Twizel, 7901

What's nearby

  • Twizel Town Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mueller Ridge - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lake Ruataniwha - 4 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Lake Pukaki - 10 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Lake Ohau - 29 min drive - 24.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Top Hut - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Musterers Hut - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Poppies Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mint Folk - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fishtail Authentic Indian Cuisine - ‬4 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.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 104 rooms
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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
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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 at the property
    • 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
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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
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • WiFi in public areas*
    • WiFi in rooms*
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

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

What to do

  • Fishing nearby

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

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?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as fishing. Enjoy amenities like 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.

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High Country Motel and Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Great value for money and close to plenty of restaurants and local shops.
Ali, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Rubbish under the bed and shower not clean but location handy to town.
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved staying here on our way to Invercargill - tried to book again a few days later but no vacancies It was a lovely cabin, spacious, comfortable, quiet with noise curfew, easy parking, close drive to the township but you could walk off energetic The reception was so welcoming for a one night stay
Julie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean, great staff, close to town
Rachel, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very quiet and very accessible
Warren, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Place was perfectly adequate for the overnight stay we required
Kevin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

1 more night in Twizel

Weather was fantastic, locals very friendly, night was great
Brent, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great
RAMESH, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff and affordable..

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 trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location to stay and close to town centre. Chris at reception was excellent and very helpful! Thanks for the awesome stay.

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 trip

10/10 Exceptional

Closed to town center and supermarket.
Wenginn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great value and clean
Owen, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very helpful staff
Russell, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and comfortable. Easy walk to shops and restaurants.
Graham, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Our room was comfortable.

8/10 Very good

Nice place to stay, staff were helpful for our late check in. Only draw back was other noisy guests and noise from a nearby bar.
Jeremy and Rebekah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room we had is basic with everything we needed for our stay. Very clean as well!
Armand, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

fishing trip

close to everything great
WILLIS, 1-night trip

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 trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice basic 1 bedroom apt.
Edmund, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I like the service given by staff.easy access for shooing
Khim Bahadur, 1-night trip

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 trip

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