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Mackenzie Motels

2.5 star property
Travelers find a genuine home base at Mackenzie Motels where the staff's warm welcome pairs perfectly with reliable Wi-Fi connections

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The staff at Mackenzie Motels greets guests with authentic hospitality that makes settling in effortless. Each room provides dependable Wi-Fi that keeps everyone connected without frustration. The property's thoughtful location ensures parking is just steps away from the rooms.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Studio, 1 King Bed (Studio King) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Standard Studio, 1 King Bed (Studio King)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Studio, 2 Double Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Standard Studio, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Studio, Multiple Beds (Triple Studio) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Standard Studio, Multiple Beds (Triple Studio)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Apartment | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Family Apartment

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Cabin | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Cabin | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Family Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Economy Room

  • Mountain view
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Economy Room

  • Mountain view
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Fairlie is home to Mackenzie Motels. The area's natural beauty can be seen at McLean Park and Lake Tekapō Regional Park, while Fairlie Heritage Museum and Vintage Car & Machinery Museum are cultural highlights. Pleasant Valley Daffodils and Dark Sky Project are also worth visiting. Visit our Fairlie travel guide
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Map
12 School Road, Fairlie, 7925

What's nearby

  • Lake Tekapo, South Island, New Zealand
    Lake Tekapo
    36 min drive - 32.2 miles
  • Tekapo Springs
    Tekapo Springs
    36 min drive - 33.6 miles
  • McLean Park
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Fairlie Heritage Museum
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Fairlie Golf Course
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    42 min drive

Restaurants

  • Gladstone Hotel
    4 min walk
  • Silverstream Hotel
    6 min drive
  • Eat Deli Bar
    3 min walk
  • Little Bean South
    4 min walk
  • The Old Library Café
    4 min walk

About this property

Mackenzie Motels

Property highlights
Mackenzie Motels provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and toasters

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • High chair
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 1985
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Spices
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of NZD 30 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: NZD 30 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.0 per stay

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, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Mackenzie Motels Motel Fairlie
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Mackenzie Motels Motel Fairlie

Frequently asked questions

Is Mackenzie Motels pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of NZD 30 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Mackenzie Motels?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Mackenzie Motels?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mackenzie Motels located?

Situated in Fairlie, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of McLean Park and Fairlie Golf Course. Fairlie Heritage Museum is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Mackenzie Motels Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 223 out of 337 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 89 out of 337 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 337 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 337 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 337 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

The room was spacious, immaculate, and even included candies and games. The bathroom was sparkling and modern. The beds were very comfy and the area is very quiet. Everything was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and tidy. Continental breakfast items was a bonus. Well thought out.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, thank you so much for helping to arrange late check-in. I do apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room with a/c and electric fire for cold months, easy walk to town recommend for overnight stop
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No kitchen, just a microwave, kettle toaster, fridge and a washing up bowl. Never met the staff! Good to have under cover parking outside our unit as it was raining when we left.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness
second time staying here and it's improved with the new ownership. Rooms are in great condition and pleasantly updated. You can tell they take pride in this motel. Great value and would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent motel, room was lovely & comfortable with an electric fire place on the wall which was awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable room. Information pack was helpful and there were some nice welcome goodies in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This motel was amazing. It was spotless clean and had everything you needed. What was extra special was the little touches to make you feel at home, a warm blanket and little coffee pouches and treats on the bed. We would absolutely recommend this place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vineet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good Location. Fre Parking. Lots of Dining Options.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michael

Nice friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Flavio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great shower, walking distance to restaurants and shops.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eleonore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved our stay here, clean room and amenities. Warm welcome from the lovely owner, really appreciated the special touch you give to the place🌞It is close to everything in town, what more can one wish for? We totally recommend staying here
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Boontarika

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and presentable. The owner Erin was very friendly and accommodating. There was some miscommunication in the check-in process but Erin was able to correct it promptly. Convenience location to lake Tekapo. Good breaking the drive spot.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Spotless room, although a little small. We were happy with accommodartion.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, amenities were very good. Ease of parking right outside unit.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mackenzie Motel was lovely. You would not necessarily guess from the outside but once you enter, you can’t help but be made to feel at home. The design, amenities, private porch area and little courtyard are very cute. Nice to have the refrigerator and the little candy treats. Beds very comfortable and price just right. Also a quiet little town perfect as a stopover on our way to Christchurch,
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Erin was great with recommending local food. Cleanliness excellent too. Comfy bed & goodies on it. I would definitely stay again if visiting the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sherrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was very comfortable and cute but there was no plug outlet in the bathroom and no comfortable chairs inside. Otherwise, we were impressed with the owners’ pledge to being clean and comfortable and eco friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

marc

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice room, but so unorganised unsure if we would stay again given the stress given on a late day.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice spacious apartment with comfy beds and all the amenities needed for our stay in this lovely part of New Zealand. Chocolates for each person was a nice touch.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lech

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, huge bed, kitchen well equipped with plenty of fruit, breakfast serial, milk, salt/pepper etc. Unfortunately practically all shops closed after 4/5 PM (bakery reopens at 6am)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great decor, conveniently located to town
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Radhesh

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rooms are small, showers and bathroom are outside and inconveniently located. As our previously booked room wasnt suitable we were downgraded, but as we complained to the new owner she has helped make our stay more comfortable and we appreciated her support. I hope to one day re experience this accommodation after the new ownership has made changes and look forward to a better experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean tidy and comfortable. Owners clearly take great pride in their business
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025