About this property
Offering free unlimited WiFi and free on-site parking, The Lakes Motel is located in the heart of the Mackenzie Country, in Twizel, just 100m from Ben Ohau Golf Course. It features self-contained apartments with kitchenettes and a patio. Each unit has a radiator for heat and an air-conditioner along with a kitchenette, a dining setting and cable TV. The Lakes Motel is only a 45 minute drive from Aoraki Mount Cook Heritage Park, which offers activities such as skiing, boating, rock and mountain climbing. Twizel is home to several lakes, hiking trails and fishing.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Family rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Stacey
Australia
“This is a really well appointed motel, with very comfortable beds, beautiful shower, underfloor heating, and so close to town. Very modern, clean, and nice touches like lovely hand soap and shampoo and conditioner, well equipped kitchen.” - Naziatul
Malaysia
“It is exactly as portrayed - clean and comfy. They are very helpful. The facilities provided exceeded my expectations - had dinner in the room and cooking was made easy with all the utensils provided.” - Bipin
Singapore
“Rooms are excellent! Well done up, new, thoughtful and clean. The floors are heated!! The rooms are also spacious - we were three of us and had enough space. The property also has laundry facilities. The service staff were warm and patient.” - Lucyana
New Zealand
“The room we stayed was huge, it had a little kitchen with everything you need, a huge leaving room with sofas and chairs and a big TV, and the bedroom with a great size too. Each room has its own heat pump, which is great for colder days. The...” - Rebecca
Australia
“Room very spacious and comfortable, with everything we needed.” - Pyers
United Kingdom
“The Lakes Motel had the best room, furniture, bathroom and kitchen of the 11 motels we have stayed at in New Zealand over the last 4 weeks. Excellent value for money and highly recommended.” - Emma
United Kingdom
“The owners are fab and full of recommendations. Loved the friendly welcome!” - Angela
Australia
“Newly renovated rooms are a treat. Very well equipped room with kitchenette. Large shower and spacious bathroom. Coffee machine and plunger in room. They have a laundry that guests can use. They even have clean rags outside the laundry to...” - Han
China
“This is not a normal motel! We booked a one-bedroom apartment and it is very spacious, tidy and everything in order. The motel is in great location. More than that, Warren and Fiona are very friendly and show great hospitality.” - Marcela
Czech Republic
“Great location and staff. Looks basic from outside, but don't let that put you off, both units were very nice and comfortable.”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.



The fine print
Please note that there is a 2.5% charge when you pay with a Visa or Mastercard credit card.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform The Lakes Motel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.