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The Mackenzie Suites

3.5 star property
Apartment with free parking, near Church of the Good Shepherd

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Terrace/patio
Standard Apartment | Individually furnished, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Premier Apartment | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included

Room options

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Luxury Apartment | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Luxury Apartment

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premier Apartment | Balcony view

Premier Apartment

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Apartment | Individually furnished, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Apartment

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
67 Darchiac drive, Lake Tekapo, 7945

What's nearby

  • Dark Sky Project - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Tekapo Springs - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Church of the Good Shepherd - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Sheepdog Statue - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Mount John Observatory - 19 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 164 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dark Sky Project - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mackenzie's Stonegrill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Kohan Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Jack Rabbit - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Reflections Cafe & Restaurant - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Mackenzie Suites

Apartment with free parking, near Church of the Good Shepherd
Laundry facilities, a garden, and a picnic area are available at this smoke-free apartment building. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Each apartment provides a kitchenette with a refrigerator, a stovetop, a microwave, and a dishwasher. Guests can appreciate conveniences like a coffee/tea maker and a rice cooker, and other amenities include free WiFi and a flat-screen TV.
The Mackenzie Suites offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and rice cookers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Accommodations at this 3.5-star apartment have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains.

Languages

English, Indonesian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 14 for adults and NZD 14 for children

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Electrical adapters
  • Guidebooks
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Restaurant dining guides

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 3 units
  • Garden
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 14 for adults and NZD 14 for children

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 and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

The Mackenzie Suites Apartment
The Mackenzie Suites Lake Tekapo
The Mackenzie Suites Apartment Lake Tekapo

Frequently asked questions

Is The Mackenzie Suites pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Mackenzie Suites?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Mackenzie Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Mackenzie Suites?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is The Mackenzie Suites located?

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is within 2 mi (3 km) of Church of the Good Shepherd, Tekapo Springs, and Lake Tekapo. Mount John Observatory and Lake Pukaki are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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The Mackenzie Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 117 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

Very nice and cozy yet spacious apartment ..unfortunately we were unable to see the lake due to the snow but the fireplace made up for it. We were met upon arrival to help with parking.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

The view is spectacular. The rooms spacious and clean. No noise from the highway. Night sky is spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Very wonderful experience. The view of the lake was amazing. Watched the sunrise from the balcony and watched the stars at night. The staff was very welcoming and helpful. The location was excellent. Near shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Loved everything about the property! Amazing location, friendly/helpful manager, amazing amenities. Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Great location, lots of space and everything we needed!

10/10

Cosy accomodation. the lake view excellence.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Spectacular view and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

We stayed at the Shearers Quarters and it was a lovely stay. There was a dedicated parking space, beautiful bathroom with soaking tub and comfortable king size bed. Easy walking access into town and helpful hosts. Our stargazing tour was canceled due to cloudy weather but the office for that was right down the street.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10

Gorgeous view of the lake! Everything else was great except for the couch- was not well cleaned. Lots of hair in cushions, did not feel comfortable using.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10

We had the barn room at the end of building. Our host was very friendly and informative. It had everything we needed. Sitting on patio it had views of the lake. It was a ten minute walk to main part of town.
The barn room
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View from property
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Wonderful place. Fantastic views, romantic ambience with fireplace, robes, slippers and HEATED bathroom floors! Huge shower, comfy beds....fabulous stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10

5-star quality accommodation in a pristine location. Unimpeded view of the lake and mountains in the backdrop. Good restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10

Lovely outlook over Lake Tekapo, this property is well appointed with quality fyrnishings throughout.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

Clean and tidy, warm, nice view.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020

10/10

What a lovely little find! The property exceeded our expectations with a lovely big bath and also an awesome fireplace which connected the living room and the bedroom so was great in the cold nights. The property was close to the shops and the thermal baths and the kitchen was great. Ivan was very friendly on greeting us and we had a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Super clean. AMAZING views. About 10 min walk to town
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10

Beautiful with everything and I mean everything you would want. Beautiful location spectacular view. Special extras like heated floors in the bathroom, slippers and bathrobes. Host is most helpful. Wished I stayed longer one night was not enough.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10

Our stay at the Mackenzie Suites was very nice. Our host was amazing, very freindly. Even as we had the smalles apartment (as she apologized for) it was really comfy and spacious. It was very clean with a good view of Lake Tekapo. The suites are a litle outside. If you don´t want to use the car it will be 15-20 minutes by foot until you reach the centre.

8/10

Excellent place to stay, easy walk into town. Exactly what we needed and was a great welcome when we arrived. The bath and kitchen etc are all modern and was private too. The only negative I would say is some of the decor which made me feel like I was staying at my Nanas… e.g. the doilies :) I must get me some of the wood ring cushions!! Otherwise exceptional and will definitely be staying again. Thanks team!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

It’s a pity that we only stayed one night. We didn’t use all the facilities available to us. Good quiet location and on a clear night, we might have been able to see the milky way from the back of the property. Only downside was that there was no laundry facilities available for the apartment. That’s not really a major point as we normally hand wash with a Scrubba bag anyway.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

We spent two nights at the property as part of our week long honeymoon trip to NZ. This property was recommended by a local expert and boy, did we make the right choice! The bedroom apartment was very cozy with a spectacular view of the lake and the surrounding mountains. It was truly jaw dropping when our kind host showed us around the rooms for our check-in. The staff were incredibly responsive and fast in answering any questions before our pre-arrival experience. The location was dark enough for us to enjoy the stars and see the Milky Way from the wood deck. A truly magical experience. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

秋の終わりに宿泊しました。 外は寒かったですが、部屋の中はエアコンとオイルストーブで暖かく過ごせました。部屋は広く、あたたかみと清潔感がありました。 食洗機、洗濯機、乾燥機が備え付けてありました。スタッフの方も親切でした。 商業施設までは歩くには少し遠いですが、車を使えばすぐなのと、部屋からテカポ湖を眺められてとても良かったです。
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

I almost feel bad giving this property only five stars as my family and I strongly feel that this property deserves at least seven stars. Never had such a smooth check-in process. The location of the property is unbelievable. It is located very close to Lake Tekapo. When we woke up in the morning, we couldn't believe the view in front of us. The place had been maintained very well. The facilities were amazing. There was a minor confusion about a fee being charged but the owners understood the miscommunication involved and handled it in a very classy way. I would highly recommend this property to anyone who wants to stay in the proximity of Lake Tekapo and enjoy the beauty of the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024