See all properties

High Country Motel and Backpackers

2.5 star property
Motel in Twizel with free parking

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for High Country Motel and Backpackers

Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Reception
Breakfast (NZD 13.00 per person)
WiFi, bed sheets
Nestled in a scenic location, High Country Motel and Backpackers offers a warm welcome with its garden, terrace, and helpful staff. Connect to WiFi in the comfort of your room or enjoy some quiet time reading near the lobby TV.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is P3,455
P3,974 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 14 - Mar 15

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 9 of 9 rooms

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Oven
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms

WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Oven
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed and 5 Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom

WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Studio

WiFi, bed sheets

Studio

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Heating
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Double Room, Shared Bathroom

WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Private Bathroom

WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for 3 Bedroom Carriage House

WiFi, bed sheets

3 Bedroom Carriage House

Highlights

Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed and 6 Twin Beds

View all photos for House, 3 Bedrooms

WiFi, bed sheets

House, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Queen Bed and 7 Twin Beds

Similar properties

Aerial view

Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park

  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 105 reviews
The price is P8,120
P9,338 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the neighborhood

Map
23 Mackenzie Drive, Twizel, 7901

What's nearby

  • Twizel Town Centre - 4 min walk
  • Mueller Ridge - 7 min walk
  • Lake Ruataniwha - 5 min drive
  • Lake Pukaki - 8 min drive
  • Lake Pukaki Information Center - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jasmine Thai - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Mt Cook Alpine Salmon - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mint Folk - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bumbles Bacon Butties - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Musterer's Hut Cafe - ‬6 min walk

About this property

High Country Motel and Backpackers

Motel near Lake Pukaki
Consider a stay at High Country Motel and Backpackers and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi (surcharge).
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage, and a TV in the lobby
  • A reception hall and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 104 rooms offer amenities such as WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (NZD 3 per 24-hour period)
  • In-room WiFi has a 4-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (NZD 3 per 24-hour period)
  • WiFi in public areas has a 4-device limit

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee: NZD 13 per person

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • 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.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (2 PM - 7:30 PM) and Monday - Sunday (8 PM - 10 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 13.00 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: NZD 3.00 per 24-hour period (4-device limit, rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: NZD 3.00 per 24-hour period (4-device limit, rates may vary)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

High Country Motel Backpackers Twizel
High Country Motel Backpackers
High Backpackers Twizel
High Country Motel and Backpackers Motel
High Country Motel and Backpackers Twizel
High Country Motel and Backpackers Motel Twizel

Frequently asked questions

Is High Country Motel and Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at High Country Motel and Backpackers?

As of Feb 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at High Country Motel and Backpackers on Mar 14, 2025 start from P 3,455.41, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at High Country Motel and Backpackers?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at High Country Motel and Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at High Country Motel and Backpackers?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is High Country Motel and Backpackers located?

Situated in Twizel, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Twizel Town Centre and Mueller Ridge. Lake Ruataniwha is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

High Country Motel and Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 235 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 235 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 235 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 235 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 235 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

James

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price it was of a very poor standard with very poor and very limited facilities and an extremely small unit. The ensuite did not have have a basin and there was not enough room for our baggage(2 medium sized suitcases). We stay in motels between 50 & 100 nights a year & this was the worst we've had the misfortune to stay in.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

R

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good location and comfortable
The place is fairly basic but clean, tidy and comfortable. WIFI was good. The fridge did freeze everything overnight though which was a little annoying as we didn’t change any settings. Otherwise good and close to the pub.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very quiet and very accessible
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tibor Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Noisy neighbor, no reception to call.
The accommodation is sort of ok, what you expect. We had a terrible stay, due to a guest next door left on his tv all night, no stop since we checked in till we checked out, not one minute break. In the evening it was movies, very loud, during the night it was music, very loud. paper thin walls, you could hear every beat. I had to move to an other bed further away from that wall, but still... did not sleep all night. Ear plugs, etc, not much use. The problem was there is no reception after hours, and we were afraid to bang on the wall, not knowing what kind of 'guests' are in the other room. We were afraid they would damage the car or such. This kind of disturbance on this level never happened to me, (flew 11 million kms, 120+ countries), but in a case like this you would normally call reception. We were just unlucky. You pay a fortune to come all the way to see Mt Cook, and you cannot sleep the night before.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Khim Bahadur

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I like the service given by staff.easy access for shooing
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Graham

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Very clean, great staff, close to town
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
1 more night in Twizel
Weather was fantastic, locals very friendly, night was great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Good value for price paid. Comfortable rooms. Communal ablutions clean. Perhaps some milk in the fridge to go with coffee sachets?
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Tad

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The motel was convient to many places within walking distance. It was not sound insulated so it was a bit noisy. Felt a little cramped for space. The front desk hours were sporadic. We used the laundry but it was just one washer/dryer for a large number of potential residents.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Ann

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Dated & not particularly attractive. Despite that, had a comfortable night
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Archie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The room was satisfactory with good access to Mount Cook, Lake Pukaki and surrounding areas. Nice pub nearby
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of room and everything you need in the unit and park. Shops next door, easy accessible parking and quiet location. Not fancy but great value for money
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Howard

Traveled with family
This motel is quite old, basic facility is there. They have daily room servicing but no standard procedure, like milk was given only once, partially tidy up stuff, curtain was opened without any privacy concept. Location is ok, Four Square is just opposite with various restaurants in walking distance. Parking is ok too. It is a bit pricy at this quality.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael, Covington

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the price per night at this motel and it wasn't far from Mt Cook NP and some nice lakes. There are restaurants and grocery stores a short walk away.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edmund

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice basic 1 bedroom apt.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

meir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Melanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Although relatively close to Mount Cook and well kept, everything was dated. The sink fixtures actually still have separate hot and cold taps! Thankfully the hotel did be sure to have drain plugs in each sink so that the hot and cold water could be mixed into warm. Twizel is far from anything else, so maybe bring your own food.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wenginn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Closed to town center and supermarket.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

RUTH

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find, and able to park car outside unit. Next to 4 Square and bar/restaurant, so convenient location. Well equipped kitchen if needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good budget option. Accommodation was simple but clean and comfortable. All needs were covered. Kitchen was pretty clean. Easy walk within town to supermarket and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Rangi

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Owen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value and clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024