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Aoraki Court Motel

4.5 star property

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Two Bedroom - 4 Person Max
Reception
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, espresso maker
Two Bedroom Apartment (5) | In-room dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$500
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May

Explore the area

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26 Bowen Drive, Mount Cook, 7946
  • Place, Mount Cook National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Aoraki / Mount Cook Visitor Center
    ‪10 min walk‬

Room options

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Executive Spa Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Shower Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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LCD TV, iPod dock, heated floors

Two Bedroom - 4 Person Max

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Two Bedroom Apartment (5)

Two Bedroom Apartment (5)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Shower Studio (3 pax)

Executive Shower Studio (3 pax)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Mount Cook

Aoraki Court Motel places you steps from Te Wahipounamu and within a 10-minute stroll of Governors Bush Walk Trailhead. Highlights at this motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and tour/ticket assistance. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a front desk safe and a television in a common area. There's also the convenience of free extended parking. .Attractions in proximity to this 4.5-property class Mount Cook motel include Aoraki / Mount Cook and Mount Cook National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Mount Cook National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Aoraki / Mount Cook Visitor Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Red Tarns - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kea Point Walk - 9 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 141 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chamois Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Alpine Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sir Edmund Hillary Café & Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Old Mountaineers' Cafe & Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Panorama Restaurant - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Aoraki Court Motel

Aoraki Court Motel offers its guests a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. The business-friendly Aoraki Court Motel also features a front desk safe and a television in common area. Free self parking is available.

This 4.5-star Mount Cook motel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 6 buildings
  • Built in 2012
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Aoraki Court Motel offers 25 accommodations with espresso makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Accommodation at this 4.5-star motel has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Mount Cook motel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free uncovered extended parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • 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 in shower (84 centimetre high)
  • Grab bar near toilet (71 centimetre high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (89 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (102 centimetre high)

More

  • 1 floor
  • 6 buildings
  • Built in 2012
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Espresso maker
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Aoraki Court Motel?

Aoraki Court Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Aoraki Court Motel?

As of 30 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aoraki Court Motel on 20 May 2026 start from NZ$500, including 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.

Is parking available at Aoraki Court Motel?

Yep, Aoraki Court Motel has a free self car park and free extended parking.

Are there any beaches close to Aoraki Court Motel?

The closest beach to Aoraki Court Motel is Hunts Beach (39.3 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Aoraki Court Motel?

No, Aoraki Court Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Aoraki Court Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Aoraki Court Motel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Aoraki Court Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 768 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 193 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1002 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything worked well and it was a good value for money stay in a beautiful location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Marcy, Parksville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay here overall. Pros: The view from the room was absolutely fabulous — truly beautiful and a real highlight. The staff were exceptionally friendly and welcoming, and the location couldn’t be better: close to everything and very convenient for getting around. The kitchenette was well equipped, although a few more basics like additional coffee cups would have been helpful, as there were only two provided, which meant rewashing items more often than expected. The con: the area that could really use improvement was the bed. It was extremely soft, and after four nights we both ended up with some back discomfort, (which is not something we are prone to). The pillows were also quite bulky and firm, and not the most comfortable for sleeping. The property is a little worn in places, but it has everything you need and is a very pleasant place to stay. With a more supportive mattress and better pillows, this would easily be an excellent stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the trails
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sal and Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great view lovely room so close to everything a perfect stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Swapna

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very nice. Great to be able to eat in and cook. Room was very clean and the bed was very comfortable. Loved the spa tub too.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here! The rooms have everything you need for your stay at Mount Cook. Be sure to grab groceries before arriving to the park to cook in the well appointed kitchenette. Room 26 had an incredible view of the mountain it was stunning!
View from room 26
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mahaley

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful views and plenty of space. Easy to check in and near to all Mount Cook activities.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tommy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Rangan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great views. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corinne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning location and beautiful room!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jing Tzeh

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

The room was clean and the views were spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Kostya

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
A modest motel at resort prices. All requests are met with a no or petty charges.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice to be able to cook our own food and hike right from the room or with a short drive.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The absolute highlight of this property is its unbeatable proximity to the best hiking spots in the area. We were able to spend less time driving and more time on the trails. Within a short drive, we accessed [You can insert the name of a specific famous trail or area here, e.g., 'the entrance to the Red Rock Canyon trail'] and several other fantastic lookout points. For anyone prioritizing outdoor adventure and maximizing trail time, the location is simply ideal. It’s not just close to nature, but also conveniently near the main living areas/town, making grocery runs and dinner easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Sherryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very roomy for two of us. Very clean and looked very new. With the mountains so close, you get awesome views through doors and windows.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view of Mt.Cook was incredible. Although the description of the hotel mentions that each room has a view, I was still surprised when I pulled back the curtains. Just wow! The room itself was clean and comfortable, and the surrounding paths, trails, and walkways kept us outdoors until after sunset. We were fortunate to have witnessed a beautiful sunset, too.
Sunset looking back at accommodation
Sunset looking toward Mt.Cook
Morning coffee on back patio of accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

stewart

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and clean - Amazing views of Mount Cook
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our room at Aoraki. The room was immaculate and the location was perfect. The room was well stocked with everything we needed. It was really nice to have the laundry facilities and drying rack. I would highly recommend Aoraki Court Motel.
Amazing night sky!
We had some visitors!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless with good amenities and exceptional views of the mountains.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Arrived during a heavy rainstorm. Inside, our room was very inviting. Quite clean, and large enough for the 4 of us in two bedrooms. Beautiful views of the mountains. We used the kitchen to prepare breakfast. Beds were dreamy comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the proximity to hiking trails
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025