What's the area like around Lake Ruataniwha?

Lake Ruataniwha is located in a welcoming area of Twizel that travellers like for its lakeside setting and cafes. You'll find 40 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Lake Ruataniwha?

High Country Motel and Backpackers is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this property offers free parking and a terrace. It's located 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Lake Ruataniwha. Other good choices within 5 miles include Mackenzie Country Hotel Twizel and The Lakes Motel Twizel .

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: Lake Ruataniwha is located in a welcoming area of Twizel that travellers like for its lakeside setting and cafes. You’ll find 40 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
: High Country Motel and Backpackers is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this property offers free parking and a terrace. It’s located 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Lake Ruataniwha. Other good choices within 5 miles include Mackenzie Country Hotel Twizel and The Lakes Motel Twizel.

Recent Reviews in Lake Ruataniwha

Expedia Verified Review…

5 out of 5

Very quiet place. I like it.…

A verified traveller from Christchurch, nz stayed at Manuka Retreat

Posted 11 months ago

Manuka Retreat

Expedia Verified Review…

5 out of 5

Amazing property. Our very favourite for the whole of our trip in New Zealand. The hosts are charming, informative, down to earth, entertaining (which is good for us- but they can be discreet as well). I cried when I saw our beautiful room. The views were to die for. I could even see the snow covered mountains from the loo. LOL Ultra clean, beautiful refurbished, bed is oh so comfortable, common areas are spacious and homely. The breakfast was more than we asked for and yummo. And let me say, the farewell shortbread ginger biscuits that are home made, were excellent. And my gluten free was catered to as well. A very relaxing and ultra special stay. Thank you. Lis…Amazing property. Our very favourite for the whole of our trip in New Zealand. The hosts are charming, informative, down to earth, entertaining (which is good for us- but they can be discreet as well). I cried when I saw our beautiful room. The views were to die for. I could even see the snow covered mountains from the loo. LOL Ultra clean, beautiful refurbished, bed is oh so comfortable, common areas are spacious and homely. The breakfast was more than we asked for and yummo. And let me say, the farewell shortbread ginger biscuits that are home made, were excellent. And my gluten free was catered to as well. A very relaxing and ultra special stay. Thank you. Lis

A verified traveller stayed at Heartland Lodge

Posted 2 months ago

Heartland Lodge

Expedia Verified Review…

5 out of 5

Amazing place! Loved it. The location was fabulous and the hosts lovely. The room was great too. Comfortable bed, modern amenities, tremendous stargazing. All around excellent.…

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