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HOSTEL TWIZEL - HIGH COUNTRY LODGE & BACKPACKERS YHA
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TWIZEL - HIGH COUNTRY LODGE & BACKPACKERS YHA 
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Twizel - High Country Lodge & Backpackers YHA
23 Mackenzie Drive
PO Box 16
Twizel 7901
New Zealand
 
Tel. 64 3 435 0671
Fax. 64 3 435 0747

Hostel Details

This is a hostel with a difference.

Built in the 1960's to house the "Dam Workers" High Country Lodge and Backpackers now offers unique motel and backpacker accommodation in the heart of Twizel.

Centrally located and set in sunny, spacious grounds, we offer a wide range of accommodation:

Self-contained studio units 1,2 and 3 bedroom motels Doubles, twins, singles and family rooms with ensuites Backpacker rooms - twin, double and shared.

With its wide open spaces, amazing scenery and great climate, Twizel is the perfect alternative destination for travellers "on or off" the beaten track.

The Southern Alps, Ben Ohau Range, lake Ruataniwha and beautiful canals are all within close proximity to Twizel.

 
We provide: Self-catering kitchens Fully equipped laundries Internet/Wireless Services TV Lounge Phone and fax facilities Plentiful carparking BBQ's ...and a reception desk to assist with onward travel and bookings for local sightseeing trips.

Attractions

City centre location
River/harbour/lake nearby
Hiking area
Main attractions nearby
Swimming pool at or near hostel
Nightlife nearby
Horseriding at or near hostel
Restaurants nearby
Shopping centre/market nearby
Hostel with a difference
Leisure facilities nearby
Winter sports
Mountainous/hilly area

Facilities

Discounts and concessions available
Family rooms available
Suitable for wheelchair users
TV room
Self-catering kitchen
Groups welcome
Common room(s)
Sheets in price
Travel/Tour bureau
Laundry facilities
Cycle rental available at or near the hostel
Internet access
Credit card accepted
Individual traveller welcome
Luggage Store
Lockers available
Non smoking room/area
Basic store available at or near the hostel
Garden
Playground
Sports
Rates include local tax
BBQ

Prices from

Bed price from: 22.00 NZD
Double/Twin Room: 60.00 NZD
3 Bed Private Room: 95.00 NZD
4 Bed Private Room: 100.00 NZD
5 Bed Private Room: 140.00 NZD
6+ Bed Private Room: 140.00 NZD

Hostel bed capacity

Beds per room: Total
beds
Number of rooms: 4 80 15 2 1 2 266

Opening times

Opening times (daily/weekly):Opening times (Daily/Weekly): Summer 0800 - 2100 Opening times (Daily/Weekly): Winter - 0800 - 2000
Opening times (over the year):Opening times (over the year): All Year

Directions

Bus:Intercity and Greatsights travel to and from Christchurch/Queenstown/Dunedin and Wanaka, daily to Twizel.
Parking:The lodge has unlimited amount of parking. Ideal for cars, boats, buses etc.
Location:How to find us: Turn off the Tekapo-Twizel Road (State Highway 8), follow the signs for the town centre. We are opposite the mall on the corner of Mackenzie Drive and Tasman Road. Buses will stop at the Lodge on request or at Market Place.
Airport:Christchurch or Queenstown are the main airports. Greatsights bus or Intercity bus travel daily to Twizel.
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