Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee of approximately NZD 14 for adults and children.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal hours must contact the property in advance for arrangements.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including designated parking and step-free entrances.

Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Lake Tekapo, within a 5-minute drive of Tekapo Springs and the Church of the Good Shepherd. It is 1.6 km from Lake Tekapo and 9 km from Mount John Observatory.

Are children allowed at the property?

Yes, children are allowed at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free has not been specified.

The Mackenzie Suites in Lake Tekapo

What guests think

Travellers describe The Mackenzie Suites as a scenic, well-equipped base with spacious, cozy apartments and sweeping Lake Tekapo views, consistently praising the warm, helpful hosts and smooth check-in while enjoying fireplaces, heated bathroom floors, and practical in-room amenities.

The location sits slightly outside the center, offering quiet surroundings, starry skies, and a 10–20 minute walk or short drive to shops, restaurants, and the lake. Suites are generally very clean and well maintained, with only occasional issues like an unclean sofa or a sulfur smell from one shower reported. A dependable choice for a comfortable, scenic stay in Tekapo.

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Facilities

Suites are well equipped with full kitchens, fireplaces, and heated bathroom floors; many units also include in-room laundry. Dedicated parking is available, and some rooms offer soaking tubs, robes, and slippers.

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rebecca

26 Aug 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful place. Fantastic views, romantic ambience with fireplace, robes, slippers and HEATED bathroom floors! Huge shower, comfy beds....fabulous stay!

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Hillary Mei Yi

4 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,357 nights

Really clean and well-equipped accommodation. The high-tech fire place was a really nice touch. Location was close (less than 5 mins drive) to downtown eateries and Church of Good Shepherd. Host was really friendly too!

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Lauren

8 Jul 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

What a lovely little find! The property exceeded our expectations with a lovely big bath and also an awesome fireplace which connected the living room and the bedroom so was great in the cold nights. The property was close to the shops and the thermal baths and the kitchen was great. Ivan was very friendly on greeting us and we had a lovely stay.

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julie

20 Jan 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Beautiful with everything and I mean everything you would want. Beautiful location spectacular view. Special extras like heated floors in the bathroom, slippers and bathrobes. Host is most helpful. Wished I stayed longer one night was not enough.

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Praveen

13 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I almost feel bad giving this property only five stars as my family and I strongly feel that this property deserves at least seven stars. Never had such a smooth check-in process. The location of the property is unbelievable. It is located very close to Lake Tekapo. When we woke up in the morning, we couldn't believe the view in front of us. The place had been maintained very well. The facilities were amazing. There was a minor confusion about a fee being charged but the owners understood the miscommunication involved and handled it in a very classy way. I would highly recommend this property to anyone who wants to stay in the proximity of Lake Tekapo and enjoy the beauty of the location.

10

Saki

8 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

秋の終わりに宿泊しました。外は寒かったですが、部屋の中はエアコンとオイルストーブで暖かく過ごせました。部屋は広く、あたたかみと清潔感がありました。食洗機、洗濯機、乾燥機が備え付けてありました。スタッフの方も親切でした。商業施設までは歩くには少し遠いですが、車を使えばすぐなのと、部屋からテカポ湖を眺められてとても良かったです。

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TOMOMI

17 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

調度品が可愛らしく、リゾート感があって良かった。電子暖炉や暖房、ベッドに電気毛布が入っており暖かく過ごせた。電子レンジ、トースター食洗機有り。片方のシャワー室から腐卵臭がするがもう片方あるので問題なし。

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Masao

15 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

非常に豪華な施設で、広い浴室、おしゃれなバスタブ、Electroluxの洗濯機、乾燥機、寝室と分かれたリビングルーム、湖を望むバルコニー、ガス式の暖炉など申し分ありません。外におられたレセプションの女性はアーリーチャックインをしてくれ、部屋の使い方を説明してくれて、さらに観光の手助けをしてくれました。

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B

7 Apr 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Such a beautiful apartment with stunning views. So comfortable and spotlessly clean also.loved the fact it had own laundry & this was well used too. The drier had a malfunction but We were offered the use of the main drier instead. I’d happily stay there again as it was just fantastic!

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peter

6 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A one-night stay en route from Queenstown to Methven on a ski trip. Great place to stay, new, well equipped and warm, which is amazing in the coldest town in NZ. Super views from the unit, friendly host and a midday check out was very civilized (this applies only to some units). Highly recommend

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Cleanliness

Housekeeping is praised across reviews, with rooms described as very clean. A few guests noted an unclean sofa and a sulfur smell from one shower.

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Hillary Mei Yi

4 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,357 nights

Really clean and well-equipped accommodation. The high-tech fire place was a really nice touch. Location was close (less than 5 mins drive) to downtown eateries and Church of Good Shepherd. Host was really friendly too!

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Lutz

29 Feb 2024

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Our stay at the Mackenzie Suites was very nice. Our host was amazing, very freindly. Even as we had the smalles apartment (as she apologized for) it was really comfy and spacious. It was very clean with a good view of Lake Tekapo. The suites are a litle outside. If you don´t want to use the car it will be 15-20 minutes by foot until you reach the centre.

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Kairi

27 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

部屋は清潔ですしホスピタリティもかなり快適でした。ただし隣の部屋は滞在していないにも関わらず外灯が点きっぱなしになっており星空観察には迷惑でした。

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Laurel

7 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The view is spectacular. The rooms spacious and clean. No noise from the highway. Night sky is spectacular.

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Ryoma

18 Sept 2023

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日本からの旅行者です。クライストチャーチ付近に１泊した後、こちらの施設にはレンタカーで訪問して、２泊しました。チェックインの際に丁寧な説明があり、歓迎していただきました。部屋からの景色はこの上なく素晴らしく、部屋の中の設備も感動するレベルでした。可愛らしい犬がいたことも、犬好きの私達にとっては嬉しかったです。近くのスーパーやレストランも徒歩圏内で、朝食は自炊しましたが、キッチンも最高に使いやすかったです。私の不注意でグラスを１つ割ってしまったので謝りに行ったのですが、「問題ないよ、もう１つ追加しなくて大丈夫？」と聞いてくれて、嬉しかったです。またいつかテカポに行くことがあったら、必ずこちらに泊まりたいと思う、記憶に強く残る場所でした。初めてのニュージーランド旅行の日本人の方にも強くお勧めできます。

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James

16 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property was very clean, spacious yet a cosy feel and had great views

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Saki

8 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

秋の終わりに宿泊しました。外は寒かったですが、部屋の中はエアコンとオイルストーブで暖かく過ごせました。部屋は広く、あたたかみと清潔感がありました。食洗機、洗濯機、乾燥機が備え付けてありました。スタッフの方も親切でした。商業施設までは歩くには少し遠いですが、車を使えばすぐなのと、部屋からテカポ湖を眺められてとても良かったです。

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TOMOMI

17 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

調度品が可愛らしく、リゾート感があって良かった。電子暖炉や暖房、ベッドに電気毛布が入っており暖かく過ごせた。電子レンジ、トースター食洗機有り。片方のシャワー室から腐卵臭がするがもう片方あるので問題なし。

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Samantha

5 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Super clean. AMAZING views. About 10 min walk to town

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Terry

22 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Gorgeous view of the lake! Everything else was great except for the couch- was not well cleaned. Lots of hair in cushions, did not feel comfortable using.

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Rooms

Apartments are spacious, comfortable, and well furnished, with standout lake and mountain views; most guests found them quiet. Heating keeps interiors cozy in cold weather.

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LihNan

11 May 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

5-star quality accommodation in a pristine location. Unimpeded view of the lake and mountains in the backdrop. Good restaurants within walking distance.

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Scott

20 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great view, easy access

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Vicki

15 Apr 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Lovely outlook over Lake Tekapo, this property is well appointed with quality fyrnishings throughout.

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Laurel

7 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The view is spectacular. The rooms spacious and clean. No noise from the highway. Night sky is spectacular.

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Holly

11 Feb 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a great time and the view from the deck was incredible!

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Azusa

30 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was nice, and the bathroom floor was warm. The view from the outside is also the best!

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MICHELLE

1 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great place and a lovely place to stay with great views of the mountains & lake!! Fabulous 😊

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Glynnis

24 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Spectacular view and very comfortable.

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Gerard

23 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

From the moment we arrived we were met with a fantastic friendly welcome. Our host explained everything very clearly and gave excellent recommendations for where to go and where to eat. She was lovely. This was the highlight of our trip- what a gorgeous apartment with the most stunning views we’ve ever had from an apartment. We honestly could not recommend this place more highly! Thank you for letting us enjoy such a fantastic house with such memorable views 👌👌👌

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Cara

18 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We enjoyed our stay here! It was very welcoming and the views were lovely. Very spacious too!

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Service

Service is consistently praised as warm and helpful, with smooth check-in, clear explanations, and great local tips. Staff were responsive, assisting with parking and handling minor issues or miscommunications professionally.

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Kim

12 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Loved everything about the property! Amazing location, friendly/helpful manager, amazing amenities. Would definitely stay there again

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SIM HUNG

31 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Caty is a good host

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Glen

3 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We had the barn room at the end of building. Our host was very friendly and informative. It had everything we needed. Sitting on patio it had views of the lake. It was a ten minute walk to main part of town.

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Lauren

8 Jul 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

What a lovely little find! The property exceeded our expectations with a lovely big bath and also an awesome fireplace which connected the living room and the bedroom so was great in the cold nights. The property was close to the shops and the thermal baths and the kitchen was great. Ivan was very friendly on greeting us and we had a lovely stay.

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Shane

13 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great view , great staff

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Praveen

13 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I almost feel bad giving this property only five stars as my family and I strongly feel that this property deserves at least seven stars. Never had such a smooth check-in process. The location of the property is unbelievable. It is located very close to Lake Tekapo. When we woke up in the morning, we couldn't believe the view in front of us. The place had been maintained very well. The facilities were amazing. There was a minor confusion about a fee being charged but the owners understood the miscommunication involved and handled it in a very classy way. I would highly recommend this property to anyone who wants to stay in the proximity of Lake Tekapo and enjoy the beauty of the location.

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Sara

13 Mar 2023

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Stayed 1 night

This was a beautiful property and such warm and friendly greeting from the owners. Highly recommended. Will definitely be going back.

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Barbara

4 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice and cozy yet spacious apartment ..unfortunately we were unable to see the lake due to the snow but the fireplace made up for it. We were met upon arrival to help with parking.

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Masao

15 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

非常に豪華な施設で、広い浴室、おしゃれなバスタブ、Electroluxの洗濯機、乾燥機、寝室と分かれたリビングルーム、湖を望むバルコニー、ガス式の暖炉など申し分ありません。外におられたレセプションの女性はアーリーチャックインをしてくれ、部屋の使い方を説明してくれて、さらに観光の手助けをしてくれました。

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Gerard

23 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

From the moment we arrived we were met with a fantastic friendly welcome. Our host explained everything very clearly and gave excellent recommendations for where to go and where to eat. She was lovely. This was the highlight of our trip- what a gorgeous apartment with the most stunning views we’ve ever had from an apartment. We honestly could not recommend this place more highly! Thank you for letting us enjoy such a fantastic house with such memorable views 👌👌👌

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Location

Set slightly outside the center, most guests report a 10–20 minute walk or short drive to shops and restaurants. Close to Lake Tekapo with quiet surroundings and big-sky night views.

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LihNan

11 May 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

5-star quality accommodation in a pristine location. Unimpeded view of the lake and mountains in the backdrop. Good restaurants within walking distance.

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Hillary Mei Yi

4 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,357 nights

Really clean and well-equipped accommodation. The high-tech fire place was a really nice touch. Location was close (less than 5 mins drive) to downtown eateries and Church of Good Shepherd. Host was really friendly too!

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Lutz

29 Feb 2024

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Our stay at the Mackenzie Suites was very nice. Our host was amazing, very freindly. Even as we had the smalles apartment (as she apologized for) it was really comfy and spacious. It was very clean with a good view of Lake Tekapo. The suites are a litle outside. If you don´t want to use the car it will be 15-20 minutes by foot until you reach the centre.

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Scott

20 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great view, easy access

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Kumail

17 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very wonderful experience. The view of the lake was amazing. Watched the sunrise from the balcony and watched the stars at night. The staff was very welcoming and helpful. The location was excellent. Near shopping and restaurants.

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Glen

3 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We had the barn room at the end of building. Our host was very friendly and informative. It had everything we needed. Sitting on patio it had views of the lake. It was a ten minute walk to main part of town.

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Praveen

13 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I almost feel bad giving this property only five stars as my family and I strongly feel that this property deserves at least seven stars. Never had such a smooth check-in process. The location of the property is unbelievable. It is located very close to Lake Tekapo. When we woke up in the morning, we couldn't believe the view in front of us. The place had been maintained very well. The facilities were amazing. There was a minor confusion about a fee being charged but the owners understood the miscommunication involved and handled it in a very classy way. I would highly recommend this property to anyone who wants to stay in the proximity of Lake Tekapo and enjoy the beauty of the location.

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Teresa

9 Mar 2023

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Great location, lots of space and everything we needed!

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Saki

8 Jun 2025

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Stayed 1 night

秋の終わりに宿泊しました。外は寒かったですが、部屋の中はエアコンとオイルストーブで暖かく過ごせました。部屋は広く、あたたかみと清潔感がありました。食洗機、洗濯機、乾燥機が備え付けてありました。スタッフの方も親切でした。商業施設までは歩くには少し遠いですが、車を使えばすぐなのと、部屋からテカポ湖を眺められてとても良かったです。

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Samantha

5 Feb 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Super clean. AMAZING views. About 10 min walk to town

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