Title: Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=6953169&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat Adults-only lodge with spa services and a restaurant ## Photo gallery for Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat ![View from room - Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat (Ben Ohau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953200/6953169/1a4512d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, free minibar - Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat (Ben Ohau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953200/6953169/b10dbd7b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace, MP3 dock - Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat (Ben Ohau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953200/6953169/355ef1ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat (Ben Ohau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953200/6953169/52740897.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat (Ben Ohau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953200/6953169/3c114ae8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat sits by Lake Pukaki, creating an ideal getaway spot with its library and garden. Travelers can book a massage at the spa, use the in-room WiFi to stay connected, or play a match on the outdoor tennis court. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Pet-friendly - Spa - Room service - Housekeeping - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 13 - Dec. 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=6953169&PinnedHotelID=6953169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=6953169&PinnedHotelID=6953169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 14 - Dec. 15](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=6953169&PinnedHotelID=6953169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=6953169&PinnedHotelID=6953169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 19 - Dec. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=6953169&PinnedHotelID=6953169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=6953169&PinnedHotelID=6953169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 26 - Dec. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=6953169&PinnedHotelID=6953169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=6953169&PinnedHotelID=6953169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ### View all photos for Ashley Mackenzie Villa + Spa - 2 bedroom ![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, free minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953200/6953169/66c9c84c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Ashley Mackenzie Villa + Spa - 2 bedroom ### Highlights Soundproofed Fireplace Private outdoor hot tub Heating Kitchen Free minibar items Pillow menu Premium bedding - 2153 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Lake view - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Villa Matariki - 2 bedroom ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953200/6953169/1a4512d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Villa Matariki - 2 bedroom ### Highlights Soundproofed Fireplace Heating Kitchenette Free minibar items Pillow menu Premium bedding Egyptian cotton linens - 1615 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Mountain view - Sleeps 4 - 2 King Beds ### View all photos for Villa Tautoru - 1 bedroom ![Fireplace, MP3 dock](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953200/6953169/28fc22ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Villa Tautoru - 1 bedroom ### Highlights Soundproofed Fireplace Heating Kitchenette Free minibar items Pillow menu Premium bedding Egyptian cotton linens - 1238 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Mountain view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Villa Tautoru - 2 bedroom ![Fireplace, MP3 dock](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953200/6953169/28fc22ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Villa Tautoru - 2 bedroom ### Highlights Soundproofed Fireplace Heating Kitchenette Free minibar items Pillow menu Premium bedding Egyptian cotton linens - 1615 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Mountain view - Sleeps 4 - 2 King Beds ### View all photos for Exclusive Villa, 2 Bedrooms ![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, free minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953200/6953169/68339867.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Exclusive Villa, 2 Bedrooms ### Highlights Patio Yard Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Fireplace - 1830 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Lake view - Sleeps 4 - 2 King Beds ### View all photos for Pukaki Homestead ![Pukaki Homestead](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953200/6953169/w3995h3000x0y0-731fe603.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Pukaki Homestead ### Highlights Separate dining area Soundproofed Fireplace Private outdoor hot tub Heating Kitchen Dishwasher Free minibar items - 3 bedrooms - Lake view - Sleeps 6 - 3 King Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBen-Ohau-Hotels-Mt-Cook-Lakeside-Retreat.h6953169.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBen-Ohau-Hotels-Mt-Cook-Lakeside-Retreat.h6953169.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-44.17300%2C170.12596&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=P05cmfrcDpY1lqcKpCX-2qAHVEY=) 86 Mount Cook Road (State Highway 80), Ben Ohau, Canterbury, 7999 #### What's nearby - Lake Pukaki Information Center \- 6 min drive \- 4.4 km - Twizel Town Centre \- 14 min drive \- 16.4 km - Mueller Ridge \- 14 min drive \- 17.1 km - Lake Ruataniwha \- 16 min drive \- 20.0 km - Tekapo Springs \- 45 min drive \- 63.2 km #### Restaurants - ‪The Vier Project - ‬13 min drive - ‪Jasmine Thai - ‬12 min drive - ‪Mint Folk - ‬12 min drive - ‪Ministry of Works - ‬12 min drive - ‪Musterers Hut - ‬11 min drive ## About this property ### Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat Luxury boutique lodge near Lake Pukaki At Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a library. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a conference center. You'll also find perks like: - Free self parking - An outdoor tennis court, an area shuttle, and local meal delivery service - Helicopter/airplane tours, luggage storage, and an off-leash area Room features All guestrooms at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat feature comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like pillow menus and free stocked minibars. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters - Heated floors, designer toiletries, and hair dryers - Microwaves, toasters, and electric kettles ### Awards and affiliations Eco-Certified Property This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy. ## Similar properties ![Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14720000/14717300/14717254/afa39a39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakestone Lodge Pukaki - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 52 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=14717254&PinnedHotelID=14717254&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3977700/3977674/88caf3cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Matuka Luxury Lodge Ben Ohau - 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Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Kitchen 10 Exceptional 92 reviews CA $256 CA $296 total includes taxes & fees Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=107523051&PinnedHotelID=107523051&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Area shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Food and drink - A restaurant - Couples/private dining - Private picnics ### Things to do - Helicopter/airplane tours - Hot tub - Library - Outdoor tennis court - Private wine tours - Yoga classes ### Conveniences - Guidebooks - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Proposal/romance packages - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - Conference center - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Garden - In the mountains - On a lake - Picnic area - Terrace ### Spa - In-room massages ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 2 accessible parking spaces - Front entrance ramp - Hand-held showerhead - No elevator (single-level property) - Tile flooring in room - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible public washroom - Wheelchair-accessible restaurant ### More - 1 floor - 4 buildings - Built in 2012 - Reception hall - Smoking not allowed - Tuscan architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Down comforter - Egyptian cotton sheets - Pillow menu ### Bathroom - Designer toiletries - Hair dryer - Heated bathroom floor - Shampoo - Slippers - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - MP3 dock ### Food and drink - Champagne service - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Espresso maker - Free bottled water - Free stocked minibar - Limited room service - Meal delivery service - Microwave - Restaurant dining guides - Toaster ### More - Electrical adapters - Fireplace - Heating - Iron/ironing board - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM Contactless check-in available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets stay free Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only An off-leash area is available ### Children and extra beds Children younger than 10 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 10 and older are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 650.0 per day Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Rollaway bed fee: NZD 650.0 per day 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Guests under 10 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation ### National rating Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand. ### Property is also known as Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat B&B Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat B&B Pukaki Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat Pukaki Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat Lodge Pukaki Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat Ben Ohau Ben Ohau Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat Lodge Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat Lodge Ben Ohau Lodge Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat Ben Ohau Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat Lodge Lodge Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat Lodge Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat Ben Ohau Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat Lodge Ben Ohau ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat? ### Where is Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat located? ## Have a question? 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