Mackenzie Basin Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Mackenzie Basin
Peppers Bluewater Resort
big place and a little confusing walking around. but the views are incredible, the location was good. the room was so small we had almost no place to put our luggage.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Haka House Lake Tekapo
The room is really small
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
The Godley Hotel
Excellent location, very easy to walk to the bridge; close to observatory and the lake views are sublime.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Peppers Bluewater Resort
big place and a little confusing walking around. but the views are incredible, the location was good. the room was so small we had almost no place to put our luggage.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Skyrim Lodge
The room was clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Mantra Lake Tekapo
Location away from the village but with a few minutes walk to the lake. Beautiful apartment with everything we could possibly need. More like a home than a hotel with a backyard full of roses in bloom, decks to sit out on and to look at the stars, great lounge space and really comfortable bed. The ...
Reviewed on 10 Feb 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.
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.
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.
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.
