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The Mackenzie Suites

3.5 star property

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Premier Apartment | Balcony view - The Mackenzie Suites (Lake Tekapo)
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Daily continental breakfast for a fee - The Mackenzie Suites (Lake Tekapo)
Located close to Church of the Good Shepherd and Tekapo Springs, The Mackenzie Suites provides a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space

Room options

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Premier Apartment | Balcony view

Premier Apartment

  • Lake view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Luxury Apartment | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Luxury Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Apartment | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Apartment

  • Lake view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

APARTMENT SUPERIOR LAKE VIEW

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

SUITE ONE BEDROOM

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free WiFi

SUITE LUXURY ONE BEDROOM

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Lake Tekapo, The Mackenzie Suites is in the mountains. Mount John Observatory is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Tekapo and Lake Pukaki. Church of the Good Shepherd and Tekapo Springs are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding. Visit our Lake Tekapo travel guide
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67 Darchiac drive, Lake Tekapo, 7945

What's nearby

  • A lake with mountains in the background and vibrant purple flowers in the foreground.
    Lake Tekapo
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A stone church under a starry night sky.
    Church of the Good Shepherd
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • A swimming pool with a mountainous backdrop.
    Tekapo Springs
    6 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • The Cairns Golf Course - Lake Tekapo
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dark Sky Project
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
    164 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jack Rabbit
    14 min walk
  • Greedy Cow
    13 min walk
  • 25 Degrees Burger
    14 min walk
  • TLV Restaurant & Bar
    13 min walk
  • Astro Cafe
    20 min drive

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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

  • Bedroom
  • 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)
  • Smoking not allowed

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Property class

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Mackenzie Suites pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

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 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Tekapo and Church of the Good Shepherd. Tekapo Springs and Mount John Observatory are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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

The Mackenzie Suites Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 129 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We enjoyed our stay here! It was very welcoming and the views were lovely. Very spacious too!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great view , great staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great view, easy access
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim

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

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was very clean, spacious yet a cosy feel and had great views
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Azusa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room was nice, and the bathroom floor was warm. The view from the outside is also the best!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glynnis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Spectacular view and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MICHELLE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place and a lovely place to stay with great views of the mountains & lake!! Fabulous 😊
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

cosy environment with excellence lake view

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

10/10 Excellent

Kumail

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely a magic stay and room... fantastic views and our host wonderful.... 👏
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The view is spectacular. The rooms spacious and clean. No noise from the highway. Night sky is spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
Verified

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
Verified

8/10 Good

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Kelly’s travels

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Amazing location, amazing apartment Thank you!

From the moment we arrived we were met with a fantastic friendly welcome. Our host explained everything very clearly and gave excellent recommendations for where to go and where to eat. She was lovely. This was the highlight of our trip- what a gorgeous apartment with the most stunning views we’ve ever had from an apartment. We honestly could not recommend this place more highly! Thank you for letting us enjoy such a fantastic house with such memorable views 👌👌👌
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lutz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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.
Verified

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Praveen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wai Yoong

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Easy parking and nice and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Great view, welcoming atmosphere, conforable studio.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, lots of space and everything we needed!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great time and the view from the deck was incredible!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great view, wonderful hosts and very welcoming. We will be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019