Mackenzie Basin Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Mackenzie Basin
Peppers Bluewater Resort
Fantastic location, great facilities in the room. Comfortable bed and lounge. A few problems but overall good accommodation. Main problems related to overall cleanliness wasn’t great especially the bathroom. No coffee pods although coffee machine??
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Haka House Lake Tekapo
Maybe it was my fault - i did not expect that there was not going to be airconditioning in the room. But thats probably me.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
The Hermitage Hotel Mount Cook
Excellent facilities with Mount Cook view and several trails.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Peppers Bluewater Resort
Fantastic location, great facilities in the room. Comfortable bed and lounge. A few problems but overall good accommodation. Main problems related to overall cleanliness wasn’t great especially the bathroom. No coffee pods although coffee machine??
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Mantra Lake Tekapo
Very nice and comfortable apartment. Easy walk to lake.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
The Huts at Lakes Edge
The huts were absolutely beautiful! We got one with the hot tub which was awesome! Definitely recommend it. The views are stunning and it is such a cute relaxing place. I would definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Popular places to visit
Aoraki / Mount Cook
Explore the great outdoors at Aoraki / Mount Cook and enjoy the stunning glacier views during your trip to Mount Cook. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.
Tekapo Springs
Lie back and relax in healing waters, enjoy a massage or get involved in a range of outdoor activities, all with a fabulous alpine backdrop.
Lake Pukaki
Be amazed by the color of the lake against the snowy backdrop of Aoraki/Mount Cook as you hike, drive or ride through this incredibly picturesque landscape.
Church of the Good Shepherd
Stop off at this charming church to enjoy stunning mountain views, appreciate some fine stone carving and learn its fascinating history.
Hot Tubs Omarama
Enjoy an outing to Hot Tubs Omarama during your stay in Omarama. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.
Mount John Observatory
Take an evening tour to see the wonders of the night sky or visit during the day to enjoy the stunning views of Lake Tekapo and the surrounding mountains.
