High Country Motel and Backpackers

2.5 star property
Motel in Twizel with free parking

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High Country Motel and Backpackers

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3 Bedroom Carriage House | Terrace/patio
Front of property
House, 3 Bedrooms
3 Bedroom Carriage House
Reception

Overview of High Country Motel and Backpackers

Reviews
7.8

Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included

Explore the area

Map
23 Mackenzie Drive, Twizel, 7901
  • Popular LocationTwizel Town Centre4 min walk
  • Popular LocationMueller Ridge7 min walk
  • Popular LocationLake Ruataniwha5 min drive
  • AirportTimaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)111 min drive

Room options

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
2 bedrooms
Microwave
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
2 bedrooms
Microwave
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed and 5 Single Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Studio

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

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

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

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

3 Bedroom Carriage House

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
3 bedrooms
Microwave
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed and 6 Single Beds

House, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
3 bedrooms
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Queen Bed and 7 Single Beds

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About the area

Twizel

At High Country Motel and Backpackers you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Twizel Town Centre and Mueller Ridge. .This motel has a terrace, a garden and barbecues. Other amenities include WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. Continental breakfast is available. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In proximity to this Twizel motel you'll find Lake Pukaki.

What's nearby

  • Twizel Town Centre - 4 min walk
  • Mueller Ridge - 7 min walk
  • Lake Ruataniwha - 5 min drive
  • Lake Pukaki - 8 min drive
  • Lake Ohau - 38 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Mt Cook Alpine Salmon - 8 min drive
  • Ministry of Works - 4 min walk
  • Top Hut Bar & Bistro - 3 min walk
  • Razza Bar - 4 min walk
  • Mint Folk - 4 min walk

About this property

High Country Motel and Backpackers

Motel in Twizel with free parking
High Country Motel and Backpackers offers its guests a terrace, a BBQ, and a garden. Public spaces have WiFi for a fee. High Country Motel and Backpackers also features a picnic area, laundry facilities, and a television in common area. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Twizel motel.

  • 104 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
High Country Motel and Backpackers offers 104 accommodations. This Twizel motel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (NZD 3 per 24-hour period)
  • In-room WiFi has a 4-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (NZD 3 per 24-hour period)
  • WiFi in public areas has a 4-device limit

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee: NZD 13 per person

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10 AM

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 13.00 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: NZD 3.00 per 24-hour period (4-device limit, rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: NZD 3.00 per 24-hour period (4-device limit, rates may vary)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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 smoke detector in all accommodation.

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at High Country Motel and Backpackers?

High Country Motel and Backpackers offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at High Country Motel and Backpackers?

As of 29 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at High Country Motel and Backpackers on 16 May 2024 start from AU$100.02, including 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.

Is parking available at High Country Motel and Backpackers?

Yep, High Country Motel and Backpackers has a free self car park.

Does High Country Motel and Backpackers serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental brekkie is on offer at High Country Motel and Backpackers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at High Country Motel and Backpackers?

No, High Country Motel and Backpackers does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at High Country Motel and Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at High Country Motel and Backpackers?

No, pets are not allowed.

High Country Motel and Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 227 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 227 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 227 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 227 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 227 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

RUTH

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Rangi

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Owen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value and clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Marie

Travelled with partner
I liked it. Was very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Quentin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

SUKHJIWAN

Travelled with partner
Basic but served us for one night. No AC
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Nadie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Simple, clean and convenient