Name: Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge
Address: 101 Bowen Drive, Mount Cook, 7946, NZ

8/10

Excellent

30 Jun 2026

JIN

It is a perfect location for people who has less budget, right in front of Mt Cook, can see the mountains from windows and shared kitchen. The kitchen is good, spacious and convenient with a wonderful view!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jun 2026

Amy

We really enjoyed our stay at Aoraki Mountain Lodge. The property is older, but it is well maintained, comfortable, and offered excellent value for the price. The location is very convenient, especially given the limited number of accommodations and services available in Mount Cook Village.
The staff were friendly, welcoming, and very accommodating throughout our stay. We also loved the cozy bed-and-breakfast atmosphere, which felt warm and inviting after a day of hiking and exploring. The bed was exceptionally comfortable and provided a great night’s sleep after long days on the trails.
One thing I wish I had known before arriving is that there is a fully equipped shared kitchen and lounge area upstairs. Food options in the village are quite limited, so being aware of this ahead of time would have allowed us to bring groceries and make better use of the kitchen. Future guests may want to plan accordingly.

The lodge was a perfect base for our day hikes and stargazing tour. If I had one item on my wish list, it would be a hot tub with mountain views—especially during the winter months. The scenery is spectacular, and that would make an already enjoyable stay even more memorable.

Overall, a comfortable, well-priced lodge with great staff, a welcoming atmosphere, and an excellent location for experiencing Aoraki/Mount Cook.

Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

10 Jun 2026

Srinath

Nice

Self

8/10

Excellent

08 Jun 2026

Mary

The setting was amazing. Travelers should be aware of limited dining options during off season. We were offered to purchase a frozen pizza from the hotel freezer because the
nearby lodge cafe was closed. Bringing food to cook in the communal kitchen is the best option

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2026

WONG

Good

Partner

8/10

Excellent

10 May 2026

Lucy

Good location. Kitchen area a bit tired. Beautiful views.

10/10

Exceptional

07 May 2026

Binglin

Location is prefect for Mount Cook, view is beautiful. We are happy to stayed one night before go hiking. There is big kitchen in upstairs and large rest area.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 May 2026

Kimberly

Quiet room with a private patio view of Mt. Cook. Comfortable bed, wonderful common lounge and kitchen for guests to make meals, or rest after a long day of hiking, and a deck with beautiful views of Mt Cook and surrounding mountains. Easy parking, and hikes and a few restaurants within short walks.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Apr 2026

Kathy

Microwave and fridge in room as well as eating utensils and dishes. Great room upstairs with communal kitchen, tables and chairs, multiple sofas and fantastic views of Mt. Cook. Comfortable and cozy and affordable accommodations that I would recommend to any and all travelers. (An amazing visitor center is across the road)

Partner

8/10

Excellent

09 Apr 2026

Aditya

Not bad, nice staff, nice shared kitchen. Smells like a retirement home but.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Apr 2026

MIA

Very closed to where hiking places.

8/10

Excellent

29 Mar 2026

Stephen

Excellent location for Mount Cook, comfortable and well appointed room. Comfortable longe area and kitchen. All well serviced and maintained.

Family

8/10

Excellent

03 Dec 2025

Maree

The view is spectacular from upstairs ... basic hotel but great location. Very clean. Nice staff.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Nov 2025

Mark

The room was spotless and very comfortable. The lodge has a lot available parking.

Partner

2/10

Poor

03 Nov 2025

Ryan

Road was closed due to weather. They refused to refund the room. Instead they demanded we wait all day to see if the road would open.

10/10

Exceptional

25 Oct 2025

cristine

Hotel is in the perfect location. Highly suggest stopping at the market for food because options are very limited. Also note the rooms don’t have refrigerators but there are several large ones in the common area.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Aug 2025

yew choong

They have a big kitchen for self cooking. Fridges for food , stove and microwave. Well equip with pots and utensils. View around the hotel is awesome.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Aug 2025

Madison

The Aoraki Alpine Lodge was a pleasant place to spend a few days. I arrived in the later afternoon and was greeted by the kind staff and immediately felt welcome. They even have a mini store with everything from eggs to milk to deodorant and toothpaste so if you forget anything or want to make food, they have a small selection for purchase.

My room was at the end of the hall and the views of the mountains were unreal.

The room had the essentials and just down the hall was a large kitchen with 3 stoves and 3 sinks, a plethora of cooking utensils and all that one could need when working in the kitchen.

There was a nice dining area and couches where you could see the mountains without any obstructions.

The rooms were not 100% soundproof but I had no trouble sleeping at night and the noise levels were decently quiet.

The shower was just separated by a curtain next to the toilet but it was nice pressure and got warm very fast.

Overall, it was well worth the money, with trails a walkable distance, as well as restaurants, cafes, and bars at the nearby hotel, there was no lack.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

17 Aug 2025

Katie

There are limited accom options in Mt Cook and this one is good value for money, clean and comfortable.
If you’re staying more than a night there are kitchen facilities.
The location is spectacular and most of the rooms have views of the mountains.
I would definitely stay here again

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Aug 2025

Dana

A great hotel in a stunning little town

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

10 Aug 2025

Chai ching

Nice view

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jul 2025

Peter

Very rustic and quaint!

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jul 2025

Verified traveler

Absolutely beautiful location and good facilities. We really enjoyed our stay here. Accommodation was basic but comfortable, slightly small for a family of 4 but being able to sit in the kitchen and living area was a bonus.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jun 2025

B

Excellent property , the receptionist

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jun 2025

Rammohan

Gorgeous location with what we want

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

13 May 2025

Sarah

Asked front desk for laundry coins, they us the right amount of money but wrong type of coins. Front desk is only open for a short time so we couldn’t ask again when we tried doing laundry in the evening. We were only able to wash clothes and not dry them.
Room had no hand towel, just washcloths. Only a small packet of shampoo, no conditioner or body wash. Just a single bar of soap to use for both washing hands and showering.
Property details says there is a restaurant but this is not true. There is a shared kitchen for guests to make their own food.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

09 May 2025

Bridget

Great location for a two night stay. Easy checkin, the upstairs large communal area fantastic. Is very big and has everything you need to cook. Very clean, staff very friendly and helpful

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

07 May 2025

Colin

Pros:
Excellent location; terrific view of the mountains; cooking/dining /common room very good with great views; staff pleasant and helpful.
Cons:
Small, shoebox rooms - a great disappointment for the price. Poor soundproofing - I could hear people in the next room talking during the night.
Would I recommend it? Not really.

6/10

Pleasant

18 Apr 2025

Joe

OK place for visiting Mt Cook area

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Mar 2025

Kimberly

Fabulous! Great location. Friendly staff. Beautiful views.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Feb 2025

Salvatore

The place is really breathtaking, a stone's throw from the best trekking routes. The lodge is basic but very comfortable, cozy, familiar and clean

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

15 Dec 2024

YURY

Great views on Mt. Cook.

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

12 Dec 2024

Katherine

Nice to have the full kitchen to use with the other guests.

10/10

Exceptional

17 Nov 2024

Sharon

Beautiful location & deck with view for dining

Beautiful location. Front desk staff super helpful and friendly, especially Hafizah. Clean community kitchen stocked with dushes, pots, pans and cleaning supplies, BBQ grill, refrigerator space and small amount of free supplies like milk. Had french press or plunger for coffee so bring coffee grinds. So close to hikes. Great value for price.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

13 Nov 2024

Kristen

Great property in the heart of Mount Cook Village. Room was a good size and featured a big bathroom and a small “kitchen” and fridge. There is an upstairs lounge with incredible views and a big kitchen if you want to cook your own meals since the restaurant options are few and expensive in Mount Cook Village. The room was very quiet and also had a big double chair that could be pulled out into a single bed. A great option for less money!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

28 Oct 2024

Simon

Veiw in Lounge

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

30 Sep 2024

Anchari

It’s nice and cozy but the layout of the bed and room . They could be arrange it better .

6/10

Pleasant

23 Sep 2024

Verified traveler

Okay

Partner

8/10

Excellent

14 Aug 2024

Lindsay

Overall a good stay

Leisure Friends

6/10

Pleasant

27 Jul 2024

Daxin

Better buy and prepare your own food if you don’t want to eat at restaurants. There is no grocery nearby within 4-5 miles.

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jun 2024

Katie

Overall, a good stay!

The room was basically as advertised. The king size bed is 2 twins put together so there is a lump in the middle if you choose that option. The Mountain View was great, the kitchen and lounge area were nice as well. The whole restroom is a little tough to keep dry as the shower is the same floor. We would stay here again!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jun 2024

Sinead

Great stay!

Excellent views, cosy sitting room and well equipped kitchen. Warm and comfortable bed!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 Mar 2024

Guy

The staff was very pleasant and cooperative. Every thing went very well.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 Mar 2024

David

Nice room and shared kitchen and lounge in a beautiful location at a fair price!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Mar 2024

Joan

Loved location . Had a full kitchen upstairs & kitchenette in our room . Short drive to Tasman glacier walk & hooker valley track . Nice if u want to engage with others or peaceful back in your own room . Mt cook area was stunning

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

12 Mar 2024

Deborah

Not a lot of choice in Mount Cook Village but the Alpine Lodge is clean and well equipped and so well placed . The walls are a bit thin but everyone without exception respected this fact so it wasn’t a problem . The staff are helpful and parking is relatively easy either at the front in the evening or at the back during the day . The views of Mount Cook from the communal area and the upper bedrooms at the front are perfect . Nice to sit with you coffee looking at the mountains . Everything else you can put up - not luxury accommodation but great even so .

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

07 Mar 2024

Dana

Staff was extremely helpful. Was an overall comfortable room. General kitchen & dining area had awesome views.
At night there seemed to be loud machinery noise-I forgot to ask what it was. I was able to sleep because I got used to the sound.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

02 Feb 2024

Craig

Stunning location, mediocre hotel

You're paying for the location not the property itself and the location is 10/10 - a 7 minute drive to the start of the hikes, Mt Cook view from just outside the front door! Stunning!

The property is what it is, you can't expect much in a remote location but I was still disappointed. Rooms are tiny, no AC (it could get warm on a sunny summer day), no air circulation at all. Only hotel I've had in NZ without a mini fridge in room. There is a full shared kitchen and lobby got guests with several fridges but other guests moved my stuff in the fridge and it was definitely not optimal especially in a post covid world.

It would be very worth it IMO for the property to spring for a mini fridge and microwave for each room. Rooms are accessed from inside with a tight hallway and stairwell.

Still in the end worth it for 2 nights for the location.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Nov 2023

Rajesh

The location is perfect. The common lounge is super. The view is also excellent. The rooms are bit dated. But it’s ok for short stays. Considering the price and location it’s excellent value

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Oct 2023

Deborah

Friendly helpful staff. Loved the communal kitchen facilities and lounge. Balcony off lounge had fantastic views of Mount Cook.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

11 Oct 2023

Marty

Mt Cook is a destination that has to be visited. However it is expensive with limited options to dine. Nowhere to relax and have a drink before cooking your own dinner.
While the alpine lodge was ok I would never return for a second visit. Very happy I only booked one night

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

03 Aug 2023

Imelda

Very easy to locate and the staff organised the key for our late check-in. The room is very cosy and warm. The kitchen in the common room has got everything and it is quite clean.

Leisure Friends

6/10

Pleasant

09 Jul 2023

Rodney

Room is very small. Shower pressure was a bit sad. Really convenient place to explore Mt Cook but other than that pretty basic. No fridge in the room either although we found leaving things in the car cool enough at -5

Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jun 2023

Samantha

Great spot for a hiking trip!

This was a great place to stay the night between hikes in Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park! It's a great location, right next to the visitor center, and just a few minutes from the Hermitage, which serves up the best buffet dinner I've ever had (it's pricey, but as the only dining option in town while I visited, very much worth it)! I would definitely stay in this lodge if I visit again.

Self

8/10

Excellent

25 Jun 2023

Yong Hwee

We had a studio with mountain view. It was lovely. The wifi was excellent. The room was spacious though relaxing. Unfortunately our unit was at ground floor and facing the car park. So it can be noisy at time. our stay was also marred by the next door neighbour who smoked at our patio.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

18 May 2023

Sofia

It is definitely a nice place to stay, its kitchen it clean and they provide complementary milk, which we found to be a nice gesture. Definitely recommend it.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

07 May 2023

Margaret

Hotel was well situated. The kitchen/lounge area was a nice space and you could make coffee or tea. Basic but fine.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Mar 2023

JULIE

It had a wonderfully well equipped kitchen and lovely lounge room with views of the mountains.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

17 Feb 2023

Michael

Excellent hotel

Had amazing experience the lady on the front desk was so helpful and had great knowledge of all the local area and restaurants

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Dec 2022

Matthew

Recent stay

Great stay, great facilities - if you want to cook for yourself there is a great kitchen or if you want a restaurant then book in at the Heritage (about 100 meters away).
Staff were very friendly and helpful.
View from the bed was Mount Cook - awesome :)

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

17 Oct 2022

Koh Yee Loo

Clean and super simple hotel. Bare minimum amenities so don’t expect much even for toiletries provided. Kettle was too big to even fill up water from toilet tap properly and coil inside kettle was old and rusty.

Personally I dislike co sharing of kitchen as there happened to be a large group of guests who were cooking in kitchen during dinner time. They were ok to share all the utensils though even tho they took up most part of the cooking area and they left their used utensils at sink while they have dinner. So we couldn’t use the sink. Good thing is they were not noisy so m thankful for that. Kitchen ventilation is not gd due to some other guests frying salmon and stink up the whole kitchen. I was initially assigned a room next to the kitchen and i asked for a change to another room so avoid the noise and smell. Noise could still be heard fm rooms next door early in the morning so sound proofing of rooms was not fantastic at all.

Will opt to stay again only cos of the beautiful scenery it has but won’t enjoy the hotel stay itself.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Sep 2022

Cathy

The place was clean and very cozy. Staff was friendly and accommodating. The shared kitchen was awesome.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Aug 2022

Gaz

A well maintained property with amazing views and very friendly and helpful staff.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

28 Jun 2022

Andrew

Nice accommodation in an amazing location.

6/10

Pleasant

13 Jun 2022

Peter

Our room had a mountain view, but no fridge and no heated towel rail. The hot water wasn't working the morning we left so a cold shower was our only option. We didn't get housekeeping at any stage, even though we were there for 2 nights. The bed was very soft, so be aware. The lounge was spacious, and there is a washing maching and dryer available on-site. Right next door to the Visitor Centre (which is excellent btw), and close to the Hermitage, which has all the facilities you need/want

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

29 May 2022

Dan

Property was clean and tidy.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 Apr 2022

stacey

Great location in mount cook np, amazing view from common area. We loved the common room, spacious, comfortable, had everything we needed. Room small, coffee and tea very basic.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

08 Apr 2022

Andrew

Easy to find, easy check-in, fantastic views, kitchen area has everything that you need to cook up great meals, but make sure you bring your ingredients, there are limited shopping options.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

03 Apr 2022

Dan

Stunning view from the dining room balcony. The kitchen was extremely clean and well equipped.
Bedrooms are basic but clean and comfortable.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

02 Apr 2022

Karl

Friendly helpful staff with good facilities for cooking as di ing out options limited
Clean warm room with a view.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

03 Feb 2022

Liam

Very nice place. Good size room and plenty of space in the common room

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jan 2022

Chris

Beautiful views.

Business Family

8/10

Excellent

08 Jan 2022

Verified traveler

Good view from the room and great location. Guest room has great size and is easy to use.
Bunk bed's mattress are old and a bit noisy.
The drain in the bathroom smells very very stinky, need to keep the fan on always.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

04 Dec 2021

Jill

The view was spectacular. Nearby bush a lovely opportunity to enjoy birdlife. Grateful for the little shop to supplement food.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Aug 2021

Verified traveler

beautiful views and helpful staff

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

01 Aug 2021

Verified traveler

Welcoming staff, we booked a premium $188 room upstairs with a king size bed.
The room was small, furnishings were tired and basic. Left feeling a bit underwhelmed.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jun 2021

Verified traveler

It is a small but beautiful hotel, simple but very clean and neat, common spaces are lovely, rooms are properly heated, location is amazing and staff is very friendly, Next time I'll stay there again definitely. Very cool!

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

12 May 2021

Yvonne

Room with a view!

Lovely stay in a warm and cosy room with great facilities and great views!

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2021

Verified traveler

A wonderfully upmarket trampers hut. Perfect affordable room with ensuite. Excellent cooking facilities, knowledgeable friendly host and amazing location

Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Mar 2021

Verified traveler

Location, location.
The communal kitchen and lounge were great value.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Mar 2021

Verified traveler

Great place to stay, would highly recommended. Close to all amenities.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Feb 2021

Verified traveler

Meet by a very informative lady, had all our questions answered. Rooms clean and tidy and the common room was great. Views to die for. Will come back.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

28 Jan 2021

Verified traveler

Property locatwas amazing. From our room window we can see amazing view of Mt Cook. Motel has basic amenities thought on bit expensive side. But I can understand due to its remote location and Covid 19 effects owner must be cutting down on expenses where ever possibly. All in all it was ok stay. Neither good nor bad. Happy with my stay.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

30 Dec 2020

Sujata

Great views of Mount Cook from our room. The rooms are very compact.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

06 Oct 2020

H.N

We enjoyed staying here during this school holiday for great locaton, view, cleanliness. Handy to have a shared kitchen/Lounge with all cutlery, dishes, cups etc everything you need. Just wished there were more than 1 microwave!
Thanks

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

29 May 2020

Verified traveler

Amazing views. Lovely living area with everything we needed

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

16 Mar 2020

Verified traveler

Wonderful, well equipped guest lounge with a SPECTACULAR view looking onto Aoraki/Mt Cook

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

08 Feb 2020

CHUN FAI

comfortable

Clean and comfortable, relex at patio was great. walk around 2 minutes to Hermitage hotel.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

13 Jan 2020

Verified traveler

Amazing location and views. I arrived after hours and they were very accommodating, providing detailed arrival instructions- however because of this and an early departure, I never really spoke to any of the staff on site.

The room was nice, the bathroom smelt a bit musty, but overall I enjoyed the hotel.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Dec 2019

I

Views, views

Amazing views from every window, hard to drag yourself away

Partner

8/10

Excellent

18 Dec 2019

Andy

Room was small. Common kitchen was nice. A decent choice in Mount Cook Village for the price we paid.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Dec 2019

Verified traveler

Property has a large communal kitchen,dining room,lounge which was very well stocked. Great place to make breakfast, lunch or dinner and to. Eat it too. Also had a large deck with a Killer view

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

16 Dec 2019

D

Very average room, with old furnishings and finishes. Expensive for even a 100$ price tag. Looks and feels like a backpacker motel. Has a nice kitchen/lounge though. And is close to.mount cook

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

17 Nov 2019

Robert

Nothing fancy but was fine for this area.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Oct 2019

Verified traveler

Lovely view of the mountains from our room and common space. Well equipped kitchen to cook, very clean and peaceful stay.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Oct 2019

Verified traveler

Clean, a bit dated as expected however had everything needed in a spectacular location.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

23 Oct 2019

Verified traveler

View from the pantry overlooking the mountains is great

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

18 Oct 2019

Verified traveler

Cosy little place. We arrived late, however the staff had our key out and made accessing our room easy.

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

14 Oct 2019

Verified traveler

Simple and convenient

Amazing view of Mt Cook from the communal kitchen and from my room. Helpful staff and nice to have a kitchen which is well equipped and a pleasant place to eat and relax.

Self

4/10

Poor

10 Oct 2019

Mike

Just remember your in a stunning location.

Might be the going rate for staying in Mt Cook, but far from good value for money.
Small and poorly laid out room. But clean, tidy and warm.