Set in Mount Cook National Park, The Hermitage Hotel features a range of rooms and suites all offering majestic mountain views, and most with views of Mount Cook. Guests can enjoy a range of onsite dining and bars, and free WiFi is offered in the Snowline Lounge and Sir Edmund Hillary Cafe. All rooms feature an ensuite bathroom including a shower, free toiletries and hairdryer. Some rooms offer a bath tub. Also included in each room is a satellite flat-screen TV, refrigerator and tea and coffee making facilities. In-room WiFi is available for an additional charge. The Hermitage Hotel is located adjacent to Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre and just 350 metres from Aoraki Mount Cook National Park Visitor Centre. Lake Tekapo is 104 km away and Twizel is 65 km away. Guests enjoy free private onsite parking. Other facilities offered at the hotel include a 24 hour reception and a tour desk to organise local activities for you. There are also business facilities, laundry services. The Snowline Lounge looks out over the spectacular Mount Cook, and is ideal for a cocktail by the log fire. For a quick snack the Sir Edmund Hillary Cafe & Bar offers a range of on-the-go or eat in treats. Reservations are recommended for The Alpine Restaurant, which is open daily serving buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Panorama Room, re-opens on December 1 and is the hotel's signature à la carte restaurant, with a focus on local ingredients. Reservations are essential for dining at The Panorama Room.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
2 large double beds
2 large double beds
2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.7
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
7.4
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.4

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • David
    Australia Australia
    Polite and friendly staff. Room was comfortable with great view, but nothing much more than a standard room in terms of fittings etc… paid for the view, when that disappeared with the clouds, it’s an ok room (superior queen room).
  • Li
    China China
    Good location, view is okay because weather wasn't so good
  • Bernie
    Australia Australia
    Great view, well-appointed room and excellent bed.
  • Sachin
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    Great view of Mt Cook from the room. Spacious room and toilets.
  • Lynda
    New Zealand New Zealand
    What is not to like, fabulous setting, friendly helpful staff.
  • Prithvishree
    India India
    We loved the star gazing trip to mount cook from the hotel and the buffet dinner. Views from room were amazing
  • Tim&diana
    Australia Australia
    The scenery and just being there. It is one of our favourite places on the south island.
  • Meena
    India India
    Amazing property and location. We had to ammend our plans due to some unforseen circumstances. Estefani Bauer from the team ensured we were comfortable and took care of the situation as well. Thank you for your understanding
  • Martin
    Australia Australia
    Location and views from room are phenomenal. It’s clean and comfortable.
  • Jackie
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Amazing scenery. Great restaurant for dinner and breakfast

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
3 restaurants on site

  • Alpine Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • The Panorama Room
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Open for
      Dinner
  • Sir Edmund Hillary Café
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Open for
      Brunch • Lunch
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of The Hermitage Hotel Mt Cook
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 3 restaurants
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Children's playground

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar

Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Kids' outdoor play equipment

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Minimarket on site
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock

Accessibility

  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Languages spoken

  • German
  • English
  • French
  • Japanese
  • Chinese

House rules
The Hermitage Hotel Mt Cook takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 15 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free
4+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 60 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

You must show a valid photo ID upon check in.

Please note for bookings of 4 or more rooms, different policies and procedures may apply. For further information please contact the property in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

'The Hermitage, Aoraki/Mount Cook will not require guests to have a NZ COVID-19 vaccine pass from 5th April 2022'.

FAQs about The Hermitage Hotel Mt Cook

  • The Hermitage Hotel Mt Cook has 3 restaurants:

    • The Panorama Room
    • Sir Edmund Hillary Café
    • Alpine Restaurant
  • Room options at The Hermitage Hotel Mt Cook include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Family
    • Twin
    • Double
  • Yes, The Hermitage Hotel Mt Cook is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at The Hermitage Hotel Mt Cook is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The Hermitage Hotel Mt Cook is 700 yards from the centre of Mount Cook Village. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Hermitage Hotel Mt Cook offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Children's playground
    • Movie nights
    • Bicycle rental
    • Walking tours
    • Happy hour
  • The prices at The Hermitage Hotel Mt Cook may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.