Ryokans in Mount Cook

"First of all, I have nothing against any staff and the lady at the desk who checked me in was very nice. I also booked this hotel the night before I stayed and it was the last room available. I paid $328.03 USD which is a lot for me at any given time. Now for the quality of the hotel and stay-it was not good. As soon as I opened the door, a very strong deodorizer smell hit me. With all the windows opened I left my stuff and went out to hike thinking the smell would go away. It did not. I think it’s something they left in the room. It gave me a horrible headache. People who are sensitive to smells should think twice about staying here. I was miserable. There was also no A/C in the room. It was a hot day and it absorbed a TON of heat. Way too hot for me to sleep. The mattress was also mushy and lumpy. The sheets were stained with previous guests sweat. There was also a loud clicking and popping sound coming from fridge, heater (which was off), and maybe walls? It was annoying and didn’t go away until after 5:30am. The bathroom shower is not separated from toilet and sink area but by a curtain that has about a foot of space underneath. Water goes everywhere that can’t be helped and leaves the bathroom floor very slick. There was also not enough room for any toiletries and I had to leave them on desk outside of bathroom. There is no food here. Hermitage up the hill was only $10 more per night and I went there for a couple meals. Looked to be a much nicer, updated place."

"Large room with lovely bed linen - super comfy. Great view of the snow capped mountains from our balcony windows. Lovely glass dining room/restaurant offering spectacular views. Staff all very welcoming and positive. "

"Lovely cottage with outstanding view! Was clean, spacious and comfortable. Bed was awesome! Could have stayed much longer if time allowed."

"Room was clean and staff was helpful recommending a restaurant for dinner. Convenient location to stay for the local trails. Only recommendation is to add another kitchen towel to the room."

"Very comfortable and close to walk for dinner."

"Clean, location to town"

"Excellent location for Mount Cook, comfortable and well appointed room. Comfortable longe area and kitchen. All well serviced and maintained."

"Great spot."

"Great spot, comfortable stand alone unit and welcoming staff. "