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Pukaki Air Lodge

3.0 star property

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Interior
Exterior detail
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a landscape through a sliding door.
A modern building with a large window and a balcony overlooking a mountainous landscape.
Fridge, microwave

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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10 Avro Ave, Pukaki Airfield, SH 8, Twizel, Pukaki, Canterbury, 7999
  • Place, Twizel Town Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Ruataniwha
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Mueller Ridge
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern bedroom with a blue accent wall, a bed, a sofa, a chest of drawers, and a window with a mountain view.

Family Room, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Pukaki

At Pukaki Air Lodge you'll be 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Twizel Town Centre and 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Mueller Ridge. Highlights at this guest house include free continental breakfast and free self-parking. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and barbecues. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities and a microwave in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .In proximity to this 3-property class Pukaki guest house you'll find Lake Pukaki.
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What's nearby

  • Twizel Town Centre - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Lake Ruataniwha - 5 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Mueller Ridge - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Lake Pukaki Information Center - 9 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Lake Ohau - 20 min drive - 25.1 km

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 130 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Poppies Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Vier Project - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mint Folk - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ministry of Works - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jasmine Thai - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Pukaki Air Lodge

Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Pukaki Air Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Pukaki guest house is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2018
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
Pukaki Air Lodge offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In a national park
  • 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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2018
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

Pukaki Air
Guesthouse Pukaki Air Lodge Pukaki
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Air Lodge
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Pukaki Air Lodge Guesthouse
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Pukaki Air Lodge?

Pukaki Air Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Pukaki Air Lodge?

Yep, Pukaki Air Lodge has a free self car park.

Does Pukaki Air Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, free continental breakfast is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Pukaki Air Lodge?

No, Pukaki Air Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Pukaki Air Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Pukaki Air Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Pukaki Air Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with this accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room - large, spotlessly clean, well appointed and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly owners, great location was super clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice retreat within easy driving distance to Mt Cook. Fantastic views of the surrounding area including the Southern Alps. Mary and Grant are very welcoming including deicing our car windows on a frosty morning.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

john

Wonderful breakfast, able to use kitchen to make dinner and very quiet area
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

KAREN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great check in . Lovely host. Peaceful setting .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very friendly, welcoming and great knowledge of the area. room came with all our needs and amazing views. Breakfast had a lot of choices and hot options.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing hotel!

Amazing service and stunning views in the perfect location!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Loriza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay, kitchen and lounge was spacious.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Modern accommodations on airport runway. Very clean and well run. The rooms were spacious and comfortable. The owner was friendly and welcoming. I would stay hear again in a heart beat.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wow This place is fantastic. We both loved it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean modern rooms, friendly host with a well equipped communal kitchen for breakfast. Our preferred accommodation in Twizel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Flavius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was as presented and expected. Great place to spend the night comfortably and have breakfast in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

King Lam Karas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay! Mary was very friendly and helpful, and gave us some extremely useful travel/weather tips. Got to see an airplane land right outside our room. Will definitely come back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was huge and the host was so friendly! Huge kitchen and dining area. You could bring your own food or cook breakfast with food that was provided. Was fun watching a plane practicing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a comfortable stay. The accommodation was exactly as shown in the photographs and true to the description. It was spacious, very comfortable, and thoughtfully set up for a relaxing stopover. A lovely surprise was the generous breakfast selection left in the kitchen/dining area for us to help ourselves to. ourssuch a convenient and appreciated touch
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

nora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Views!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot to stay, whether passing through the area or staying for a couple of days. Mary was very helpful as well for local information and assistance.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fun to stay near an active airport runway. Very friendly hosts who made you feel at home.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot, so close to Twizel. Beautiful room and really nice big kitchen area and a guest lounge. We made use of the kitchen to cook our supper and enjoyed the continental breakfast (eggs were provided, so we even cooked some eggs). Mary was a very welcoming host and would stay there again (and recommend to friends)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julie A

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great stay we had! The room was so clean and spacious and had everything we needed. It was wonderful to cook in the well appointed kitchen with an amazing view of Mount Cook and the other mountains all around. Our hosts were so great, thank you for all the extras for a wonderful breakfast. We also loved being able to see the huge sky all around. Its amazing for star gazing. We will definitely be back again to the Pukaki Air Lodge!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recommended in Pukaki / Twizel

Wonderful hospitality and amenities in a great location. Perfect for a get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great little spot

Great stay! Great little place, very quiet and private with unique views across the air field. Staff were very nice and breakfast was a welcome surprise. Fairly priced, I would stay again without hesitation
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was huge, clean and had plenty of seating and blankets. The host was lovely and the included breakfast (make your own eggs and cereals, fruit, yogurt) was fantastic. The views were spectacular from the upstairs lounge and from the big shared kitchen. It would have been nice to have a space in the bathroom to put our toilet kits but other than that the stay was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026