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23 Oct - 25 Oct
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30 Oct - 1 Nov
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13 Nov - 15 Nov
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11 Dec - 13 Dec
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Recommended hotels in Twizel

A modern living room with two bean bag chairs, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

1. Lakes Suites

Lakes Suites
4.0 star property
Twizel
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (356 reviews)
"It was the prettiest room we’ve been so far, very clean!"
Mexico
thania
The price is AU$221
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Lakes Suites
A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a glass door entrance, and a view of a grassy yard.

2. Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park

Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park
3.0 star property
Twizel
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (231 reviews)
"I liked staying there"
Australia
Neil
The price is AU$76
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in dishwasher, a stainless steel refrigerator, and wooden shelves above the sink.

3. Alps Motel Apartment Twizel

Alps Motel Apartment Twizel
2.0 star property
Twizel
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (162 reviews)
"Spacious room. In-room laundry is very helpful & convenient (washer & dryer two-in-one, need about 2hr to dry, so plan the time accordingly). Have everything we need. A nice stop between Tekapo & Wanaka/Queenstown."
United States
Jasmine
The price is AU$248
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Alps Motel Apartment Twizel
A picnic table and benches in front of a building with a covered deck.

4. High Country Motel and Backpackers

High Country Motel and Backpackers
2.5 star property
Twizel
7.8 out of 10, Good, (322 reviews)
"The room is smaller than it looks in the photos. All other facilities work well, except the Wi‑Fi signal is quite weak."
Australia
WANLU
The price is AU$100
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
High Country Motel and Backpackers
A large, modern hotel with multiple buildings connected by covered walkways.

5. Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel

Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel
3.5 star property
Twizel
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (658 reviews)
"Great size room. Very comfortable."
Australia
Lance
The price is AU$289
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel
A modern house with a covered porch and a chimney.

6. 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 AU$303
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Glencairn Beauty
A covered outdoor seating area with a sofa and chairs, a grill, and a small tree.

7. Twizel Peaceful Retreat

Twizel Peaceful Retreat
Twizel
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (177 reviews)
"The cottage was cozy and warm."
United States
Michelle A.
The price is AU$228
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Twizel Peaceful Retreat
A small house with a porch area featuring wooden chairs and a small table.

8. Mackenzie Cottage - Close to town!

Mackenzie Cottage - Close to town!
Twizel
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 reviews)
"Perfect for our family stay"
United States
Al S.
The price is AU$253
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Mackenzie Cottage - Close to town!
A modern building with a wooden exterior, a covered patio area, and large glass doors leading to an interior space with a kitchen and a view of a field.

9. TWIZEL - House near the lake

TWIZEL - House near the lake
Twizel
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (71 reviews)
"This is a great place to stay, very clean and tidy. Would definitely recommend staying here."
United States
P P.
The price is AU$231
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
TWIZEL - House near the lake
A rocky shoreline with clear turquoise water and distant mountains.

10. Twizel Alps Retreat

Twizel Alps Retreat
Twizel
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
"Very enjoyable stay thank you. Great place in a great location."
New Zealand
Amy H.
Twizel Alps Retreat
A modern building with a metal roof, large glass windows, and a covered outdoor area with furniture.

11. Modern 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom holiday home. Unlimited wifi

Modern 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom holiday home. Unlimited wifi
Twizel
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (124 reviews)
"Very clean, beautiful home, located in Twizel, which for its size offered a surprisingly diverse range of restaurants and cafes. "
United States
Chris M.
The price is AU$469
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Modern 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom holiday home. Unlimited wifi
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.

12. Ultimate Escape in Twizel

Ultimate Escape in Twizel
Twizel
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Great home for a few nights to a week."
Australia
Peggy F.
The price is AU$322
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Ultimate Escape in Twizel
A cozy living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a vase with flowers, a bookshelf, and a large window with curtains.

13. Night Sky Cottages - Kea Cottage - LUXURY

Night Sky Cottages - Kea Cottage - LUXURY
Twizel
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"I really enjoyed staying at this property. The attention to detail by the hosts is excellent. Lovely and quiet and very relaxing"
New Zealand
Richard G.
The price is AU$288
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Night Sky Cottages - Kea Cottage - LUXURY
A modern kitchen with a dishwasher, oven, and a dining area with a wooden table set for four.

14. Southern Comfort Twizel Escape

Southern Comfort Twizel Escape
Twizel
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"A lovely little miners house that has been lovingly restored with an eclectic decor making it warm and inviting. The house everything you could need. Samantha was wonderful to work with for our booking and was so quick answering questions we had. "
Australia
Elise R.
Southern Comfort Twizel Escape
A modern kitchen with a large island, a dining area, and a view of a grassy field and mountains through large windows.

15. Ben Ohau Vista

Ben Ohau Vista
3.5 star property
Twizel
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay tremendously. Great location and amazing views. Excellent fully equipped home. "
Australia
Susan
The price is AU$397
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Ben Ohau Vista
A covered outdoor patio with wooden furniture, a grill, and a view of a backyard.

16. No. 52 | A2O at your backdoor + Playground & BBQ

No. 52 | A2O at your backdoor + Playground & BBQ
Twizel
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
"Easy process and a great spot to explore from. Highly recommend."
New Zealand
Jake B.
The price is AU$260
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
No. 52 | A2O at your backdoor + Playground & BBQ
A modern living room with a large sliding glass door leading to a patio, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a round coffee table with a book and remote control.

17. Ben Ohau Views The Studio

Ben Ohau Views The Studio
Twizel
The price is AU$428
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Ben Ohau Views The Studio
A park with a stone sculpture and a rainbow in the background.

18. Twizel Retreats - LH Retreat

Twizel Retreats - LH Retreat
2.0 star property
Twizel
The price is AU$664
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Twizel Retreats - LH Retreat
A covered outdoor seating area with a sofa and chairs, a wooden deck, and a garden with grass and bushes.

19. Classic 3 Bedroom Holiday Home

Classic 3 Bedroom Holiday Home
Twizel
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2 reviews)
"nice clean family home, internet login was wrong"
New Zealand
Charles E.
The price is AU$252
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Classic 3 Bedroom Holiday Home
A modern kitchen with a view of mountains.

20. Twizel retreats - GH Cottage

Twizel retreats - GH Cottage
2.0 star property
Twizel
The price is AU$594
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Twizel retreats - GH Cottage
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Top Twizel Hotel Reviews

Twizel Cottages

Twizel Cottages

10/10 Excellent
"Cozy, clean comfortable home with beautiful views! Would definitely recommend!"
Trudy 2-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Twizel Cottages

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Twizel Hostels information

Number of reviews
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Accommodation
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Lowest Price
AU$76
Highest Price
AU$664

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Twizel?
Wondering where our customers have stayed overnight in Twizel? Here are a few popular properties that may have more budget-friendly rates: Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park - Guests can enjoy free parking, laundry facilities and barbecues at this motel. High Country Motel and Backpackers - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking at this motel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Twizel?
The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 7°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of -3°C. The rainiest months in Twizel are May, September, December and July, with each month seeing an average of 360 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Twizel?
Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might appreciate these things around Twizel. Get out into nature with places such as Lake Ruataniwha, Mueller Ridge and Lake Ohau. Locals like to shop at Twizel Town Centre. Additional attractions include Twizel Heritage Trail, Lake Pukaki and Hot Tubs Omarama.
What's the best way to get to and around Twizel while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Twizel on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse), located 55.5 mi (89.4 km) from the city centre.