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1. Lakestone Lodge

Lakestone Lodge
5.0 star property
Pukaki
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (55 reviews)
"We stayed 2 nights. Great location to Mount Cook area (30 minute drive) the Lodge was clean, comfortable and include a wonderful dinner and a full breakfast. The staff was warm and welcoming. "
United States
Christy
The price is ￥90,817
￥104,440 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Lakestone Lodge
Studio, Jetted Tub, Lake View | WiFi (surcharge), bed sheets

2. Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park

Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Twizel
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (222 reviews)
"Camp could do with a tidy up but overall it was a nice stay and pleasant camp"
Australia
CODY
The price is ￥6,805
￥7,837 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | WiFi (surcharge), bed sheets

3. High Country Motel and Backpackers

High Country Motel and Backpackers
2.5 star property
Twizel
7.8 out of 10, Good, (316 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay."
Canada
Xiao
The price is ￥9,656
￥11,104 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
High Country Motel and Backpackers
Premium 1 Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

4. Alps Motel Apartment Twizel

Alps Motel Apartment Twizel
2.0 star property
Twizel
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (157 reviews)
"Great location, easy walk to the local shops, cafe, restaurants, grocery stores. A great base for car trips to nearby sites."
Australia
Michael
The price is ￥23,167
￥26,749 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Alps Motel Apartment Twizel
Luxury Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | 55-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

5. The Lakes Motel Twizel

The Lakes Motel Twizel
4.0 star property
Twizel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (349 reviews)
"Great stay from first check in to departure. Staff great, nice clean modern room and great shower!!"
United Kingdom
William
The price is ￥25,594
￥29,722 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16
The Lakes Motel Twizel
Front of property

6. Otematata's Best Dam Pub

Otematata's Best Dam Pub
3.0 star property
Otematata
7.4 out of 10, Good, (58 reviews)
"Great place my room was clean, comfy and exceeded my expectations for the price. Lovely staff, good food, and good location I would definitely stay here again."
Australia
angela
The price is ￥5,794
￥6,663 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Otematata's Best Dam Pub
BBQ/picnic area

7. Ahuriri Motels

Ahuriri Motels
2.5 star property
Omarama
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (551 reviews)
"Great room and facilities to stay in the area."
Australia
Junya
The price is ￥11,277
￥13,136 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Ahuriri Motels
Property grounds

8. Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel

Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel
3.5 star property
Twizel
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (654 reviews)
"a good stay"
Australia
Yu
The price is ￥20,925
￥24,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel
Exterior

9. Twizel Retreats - LH Retreat

Twizel Retreats - LH Retreat
2.0 star property
Twizel
The price is ￥58,710
￥67,517 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Twizel Retreats - LH Retreat
Exterior

10. Glencairn Beauty

Glencairn Beauty
3.5 star property
Twizel
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"A nice place to stay!"
Hong Kong SAR China
Yee Man
The price is ￥30,337
￥34,888 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Glencairn Beauty
Exterior

11. Lakes Edge Holiday Park

Lakes Edge Holiday Park
2.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (430 reviews)
"Tiny home right on the lake came with everything you would need for a short stay. Fireplace was a great addition for winter. Amenities were close by and the park was easy to navigate."
Australia
Ryan
The price is ￥14,806
￥17,027 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Lakes Edge Holiday Park
Restaurant

12. The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel
3.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (689 reviews)
"Great location at Lake Tekapo. Hotel was clean and reasonable for the price."
United States
Daniel
The price is ￥16,142
￥18,832 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
The Godley Hotel
3-bedroom Pukaki Homestead - Stunning 360 views including Lake Pukaki & Mt Cook | Terrace/patio

13. Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat

Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat
5.0 star property
Ben Ohau
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"It was nice and quiet. Food and service was fantastic. We just struck a bad time with the weather "FOG""
Australia
Olaf
The price is ￥224,911
￥258,648 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat
Exterior

14. BigSky Motels

BigSky Motels
2.0 star property
Omarama
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (172 reviews)
"The motel was a great place to stop for the night on our road trip through the south island. Very easy to find, quiet and immaculately clean. Would definitely stay again if we're in the area."
United Kingdom
Dawn
The price is ￥14,912
￥17,226 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
BigSky Motels
Superior Chalet, 3 Bedrooms, Lake View | Living area | LED TV

15. Guide Hill Station Lodge

Guide Hill Station Lodge
4.0 star property
Tekapo
The price is ￥90,688
￥104,291 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Guide Hill Station Lodge
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, stovetop

16. Otematata Escapes

Otematata Escapes
3.0 star property
Otematata
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (52 reviews)
"Place was convenient "
United States
VILAS
The price is ￥14,879
￥17,215 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Otematata Escapes
Outdoor dining

17. Burkes Pass Country Motel

Burkes Pass Country Motel
2.5 star property
Burkes Pass
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (244 reviews)
"Warm, clean and very welcoming staff "
Australia
Richmond
The price is ￥18,105
￥20,821 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Burkes Pass Country Motel
Buffet

18. Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel

Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel
3.0 star property
Omarama
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (378 reviews)
"Decent room only stay one night"
Canada
Ayan
The price is ￥17,212
￥19,988 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel
Exterior

19. Woolshed Suites

Woolshed Suites
2.0 star property
Lake Tekapo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"This place was very well located and perfect for a couple"
United States
Whitney
The price is ￥20,715
￥23,838 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Woolshed Suites
1 Bedroom Premium Apartment | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, electric kettle

20. Sierra Motel

Sierra Motel
2.5 star property
Omarama
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (363 reviews)
"Great stay! Highly recommended!"
Canada
Ivica
The price is ￥18,669
￥21,469 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Sierra Motel
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Stay near popular Pukaki attractions

Lake Pukaki Information Center

8.6/10 (57 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Lake Pukaki Information Center during your trip to Lake Pukaki. Stroll along this quaint area's lakeside, or simply enjoy its cafes.
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Learn more about Pukaki

The turquoise waters of Lake Pukaki frame spectacular views of Aoraki/Mount Cook, creating one of the South Island's most photographed landscapes. Rent a kayak to explore the glacial lake or drive the scenic road toward Mount Cook Village for hiking trails through alpine meadows.

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A mountain range with snow-capped peaks and a calm blue lake in the foreground.

Top Pukaki Hotel Reviews

The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"A+ in everything"
Mary Grace 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Godley Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Pukaki?
Based on our traveler data, Pukaki Air Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay. This guesthouse offers free breakfast and free parking. Lakestone Lodge is another good choice for your stay. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Pukaki.
What are some of the best vacation rentals in Pukaki?
Skyrim Lodge: This vacation home rental near Pukaki has free WiFi and a Smart TV to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a stovetop, a microwave, and an electric kettle. See all vacation rentals in Pukaki.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Pukaki, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Pukaki.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Pukaki?
For more information about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Pukaki, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What is the top LGBTQ-friendly place to stay in Pukaki?
Lakestone Lodge is a top LGBTQ-friendly lodge that features free breakfast and free WiFi. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Pukaki.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Lake Pukaki?
Lakestone Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 5-star lodge offers free breakfast and a restaurant. You'll find it 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from Lake Pukaki. Other good options around the area include Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat and Glentanner Park Centre.
What about the best place to stay near Lake Pukaki Information Center?
One of the top choices for your stay is Lakestone Lodge, located 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Lake Pukaki Information Center, and this 5-star lodge offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat and Pukaki Air Lodge are a couple of other good options within 5 miles.
What's the best hotel for staying near Christchurch International Airport (CHC)?
Sudima Christchurch Airport is a popular 4.5-star hotel featuring a restaurant and free WiFi. It's located a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Christchurch Intl. Airport. Other accommodations close to the airport are Jucy Snooze Christchurch and Airport Gateway Motor Lodge.
What is staying in Pukaki like?
Visitors can enjoy all that Pukaki has to offer including the lake views, stargazing spots, and university setting. Tourists can also enjoy the city's restaurants and museums. In Pukaki, there are 2 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Pukaki.
What are the top places to visit in Pukaki?
Natural beauty is on display at Lake Pukaki, Lake Ruataniwha, and Lake Benmore. Additionally, you might want to add Lake Pukaki Information Center to your itinerary. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Pukaki guide.
What's the weather like in Pukaki?
The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 45°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 27°F. The rainiest months in Pukaki are May, September, December, and July, with each month seeing an average of 14 inches of rainfall.

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