Mountain ski retreat with restaurant and bar/lounge
After a day on the slopes, return to dine at the restaurant and drink at the bar/lounge. Additional amenities at Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel include ski storage and complimentary wireless Internet access.
Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel offers 108 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Twizel Town Centre. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant.
Free Wi-Fi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Free self-parking
Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
Services include tour or ticket assistance, luggage storage and wedding services
Guests really like the accommodation for the spaciousness and cleanliness
12 minutes on foot from Twizel Town Centre and a 2-minute drive from Lake Ruataniwha
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and 3 meeting rooms.
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, multilingual staff, and ski storage are also featured at Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel. Self parking is free.
This 3.5-star Twizel hotel is smoke free.
For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel has a restaurant serving breakfast and dinner.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
RV/bus/lorry parking on site
Food and drink
Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 34 for adults and NZD 17 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Things to do
Ski storage
Family friendly
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
3 meeting rooms
Business centre
Computer station
Outdoors
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.
No lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
More
1 building
2 floors
Banquet hall
Built in 1985
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Refrigerator
More
Connecting rooms available
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Payment types at the property
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 buffet breakfast: from approximately NZD 34 for adults and from NZD 17 for children
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
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
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
We should mention
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
National rating
Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.