Title: The 10 Best Hotels Near Lake Ruataniwha, from CA $113 | Expedia.ca [Canterbury Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Canterbury.dx6047984)[Vacation Rentals in Canterbury](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Canterbury.d6047984.Vacation-Rental-Destinations)[Lake Ruataniwha Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Lake-Ruataniwha.d6113040.Car-Rental-Guide)[Lake Ruataniwha Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Ruataniwha-Canterbury.d6113040.Vacation-Attraction) ![Spring over lake #springfun](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113040/304c2767-e253-4c39-82ff-cbabfa1f073c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) Photo by Chua Wei ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113040/304c2767-e253-4c39-82ff-cbabfa1f073c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check prices for these dates Tonight [Feb 26 - Feb 27](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6113040&startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [Feb 27 - Feb 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6113040&startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [Feb 27 - Mar 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6113040&startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [Mar 6 - Mar 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6113040&startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Recommended Price (low to high) Distance Star rating ## Our top choices for Lake Ruataniwha hotels ![Studio, Jetted Tub, Lake View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36655100/36655056/237077c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Shared kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36655100/36655056/517be09f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Economy Quadruple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36655100/36655056/64cf6b92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Shared kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36655100/36655056/90912c6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park [](https://www.expedia.ca/Twizel-Hotels-Lake-Ruataniwha-Holiday-Park.h36655056.Hotel-Information) 0.8 km from Lake Ruataniwha 9.0/10 Wonderful (196 reviews) "Beautiful scenic location with nice walking trails. Friendly helpful staff & clean room" ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Anthony CA $98 CA $113 total includes taxes & fees Mar 4 - Mar 5 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Twizel-Hotels-Lake-Ruataniwha-Holiday-Park.h36655056.Hotel-Information) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36160000/36156200/36156132/aa22710f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36160000/36156200/36156132/ed3678eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Shared fridge, microwave](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36160000/36156200/36156132/9da66232.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Superior Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36160000/36156200/36156132/4d7eefb5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pukaki Air Lodge [](https://www.expedia.ca/Pukaki-Hotels-Pukaki-Air-Lodge.h36156132.Hotel-Information) 5.8 km from Lake Ruataniwha 9.8/10 Exceptional (73 reviews) "Wonderful breakfast, able to use kitchen to make dinner and very quiet area" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) john CA $239 CA $275 total includes taxes & fees Mar 29 - Mar 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Pukaki-Hotels-Pukaki-Air-Lodge.h36156132.Hotel-Information) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2940000/2935500/2935477/9378e77d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2940000/2935500/2935477/e454f33b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast and dinner served, garden views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2940000/2935500/2935477/6190238b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast and dinner served, garden views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2940000/2935500/2935477/87484943.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel [](https://www.expedia.ca/Twizel-Hotels-Mackenzie-Country-Hotel-Twizel.h2935477.Hotel-Information) 3.4 km from Lake Ruataniwha 8.0/10 Very good (646 reviews) "Lovely room, great bathroom" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Siobhan CA $290 CA $335 total includes taxes & fees Mar 4 - Mar 5 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Twizel-Hotels-Mackenzie-Country-Hotel-Twizel.h2935477.Hotel-Information) ![Pukaki Homestead | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953200/6953169/d7d16d1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, free minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953200/6953169/68339867.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property - evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953200/6953169/b5c7a0e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6960000/6953200/6953169/2f220be6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat [](https://www.expedia.ca/Ben-Ohau-Hotels-Mt-Cook-Lakeside-Retreat.h6953169.Hotel-Information) 12.7 km from Lake Ruataniwha 9.8/10 Exceptional (7 reviews) "It was nice and quiet. Food and service was fantastic. We just struck a bad time with the weather "FOG"" ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Olaf CA $3,298 CA $3,809 total includes taxes & fees Mar 12 - Mar 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Ben-Ohau-Hotels-Mt-Cook-Lakeside-Retreat.h6953169.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. [View all properties](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-12&endDate=2026-03-13®ionId=6113040&adults=2&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## Top Lake Ruataniwha Hotel Reviews ![High Country Motel and Backpackers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22520000/22515600/22515516/616df13a_y.jpg) ### High Country Motel and Backpackers 10/10 Excellent "Older style rooms but clean comfortable and had everything you need." [](https://expedia.ca/Twizel-Hotels-High-Country-Motel-And-Backpackers.h22515516.Hotel-Information) ![Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36660000/36655100/36655056/5fb81bb6_y.jpg) ### Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park 10/10 Excellent "As expected." [](https://expedia.ca/Twizel-Hotels-Lake-Ruataniwha-Holiday-Park.h36655056.Hotel-Information) ![Alps Motel Apartment Twizel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107530000/107523100/107523051/389a0940_y.jpg) ### Alps Motel Apartment Twizel 10/10 Excellent "One of the best hotels in NZ. Great staff. Clean. Designed well with everything you could need. Appreciated a dryer and not just washing machine. Large fridge and freezer that actually worked. Didn’t need it but had blow dryer, iron and more. Definitely great place to stay" [](https://expedia.ca/Twizel-Hotels-Alps-Motel-Apartment-Twizel.h107523051.Hotel-Information) ![MacKenzie Cottage - Close to centre!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68930000/68921200/68921116/30f0b437_y.jpg) ### MacKenzie Cottage - Close to centre! 10/10 Excellent "Clean, updated decor, great driveway, everything within walking distance. Great for our travel group of two couples" [](https://expedia.ca/Twizel-Hotels-MacKenzie-Cottage-Close-To-Centre.h68921116.Hotel-Information) ![The Lakes Motel Twizel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10210000/10203300/10203285/4d32b197_y.jpg) ### The Lakes Motel Twizel 10/10 Excellent "Great stay from first check in to departure. Staff great, nice clean modern room and great shower!!" [](https://expedia.ca/Twizel-Hotels-The-Lakes-Motel-Twizel.h10203285.Hotel-Information) ![Private holiday home](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59630000/59620500/59620404/d6e0b840_y.jpg) ### Private holiday home 10/10 Excellent "Nice comfortable place to stay, everything you need and close to town. " [](https://expedia.ca/Twizel-Hotels-Private-Holiday-Home.h59620404.Hotel-Information) ![TWIZEL - House near the lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61010000/61002600/61002545/c2a3eae1_y.jpg) ### TWIZEL - House near the lake 10/10 Excellent "Despite the rain, it was a great stay for our family, thank you for hosting us." [](https://expedia.ca/Twizel-Hotels-TWIZEL-House-Near-The-Lake.h61002545.Hotel-Information) ![Dusky's Hidden Gem - a Private Sanctuary in the majestic Mackenzie country](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107860000/107856700/107856621/01327ff0_y.jpg) ### Dusky's Hidden Gem - a Private Sanctuary in the majestic Mackenzie country 10/10 Excellent "Host was amazing and we loved this tiny wee gem. Highly recommend" [](https://expedia.ca/Twizel-Hotels-Duskys-Hidden-Gem-A-Romantic-Getaway-In-The-Majestic-Mackenzie-Country.h107856621.Hotel-Information) ![Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2940000/2935500/2935477/9fc2d3ce_y.jpg) ### Distinction Mackenzie Country Hotel 10/10 Excellent "Lovely room, great bathroom" [](https://expedia.ca/Twizel-Hotels-Mackenzie-Country-Hotel-Twizel.h2935477.Hotel-Information) ## Hotels near other Lake Ruataniwha attractions ![Hot Tubs Omarama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6294641/493c0943-8927-4e97-b10e-8ea79a0a5d99.jpg) ### Hot Tubs Omarama 4.5/5 (24 reviews) Enjoy an outing to Hot Tubs Omarama during your stay in Omarama. Discover the area's mountain views and spas. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6294641) ![Clay Cliffs showing tranquil scenes and a gorge or canyon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526966883/6e0c9082-70a7-4557-a38d-fe447f96dd90.jpg) ### Clay Cliffs 4.5/5 (46 reviews) Wander among towering clay pinnacles and explore the narrow ravines in this remarkable geological formation on a private property near Omarama. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248621526966883) ### Twizel Town Centre 4.0/5 (297 reviews) You can search for that perfect souvenir at Twizel Town Centre during your trip to Twizel. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this quaint area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248635974593401) ### Mueller Ridge 4.0/5 (10 reviews) You can take time to visit Mueller Ridge during your travels to Twizel. Discover the mountain views and cafes in this walkable area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248621532610207) ### Lake Pukaki Information Center 4.2/5 (53 reviews) You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Lake Pukaki Information Center during your trip to Lake Pukaki. Stroll along this quaint area's lakeside, or simply enjoy its cafes. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248621594280500) ### Totara Peak Gallery 3.5/5 (2 reviews) You can spend time studying the exhibits at Totara Peak Gallery during your trip to Omarama. You can enjoy the bars while in the area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248621562625324) ## Frequently asked questions ### What's the area like around Lake Ruataniwha? ### What's the best place to stay near Lake Ruataniwha? ### How many hotels are there close to Lake Ruataniwha? ### If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake Ruataniwha, will I receive a refund?