Mount Cook Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A paved path leading through a grassy field towards snow-capped mountains.
A winding wooden pathway through a grassy valley with mountains in the background.
A mountainous landscape with a stream, rocky terrain, and lush greenery.
A mountainous landscape with a glacier, rocky terrain, and a river.
A winding wooden boardwalk through a grassy field with mountains in the background.
Aoraki Court Motel

Aoraki Court Motel

4.5 out of 5
26 Bowen Drive Mount Cook
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £304 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
£304
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Mount Cook. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Governors Bush Walk Trailhead ...
Aoraki Court Motel
Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook

Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook

4.5 out of 5
4 Kitchener Drive Mount Cook South Canterbury
The price is £193 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£193
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Mount Cook. Enjoy free parking, a sauna and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Governors Bush Walk Trailhead and Sir Edmund Hillary ...
9/10 Wonderful! (114 reviews)
"Great hostel! Very clean, comfortable, convenient location, friendly staff and incredible views. A great base for staying in Mt Cook."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

Haka House Hostel – Aoraki Mt Cook
Mt Cook Lodge & Motels

Mt Cook Lodge & Motels

2.5 out of 5
Bowen Drive Mount Cook
The price is £141 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
£141
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Mount Cook. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Governors Bush Walk Trailhead and Sir Edmund ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (125 reviews)
"Amazing view"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

Mt Cook Lodge & Motels
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Punga Grove

Punga Grove

3 out of 5
Cron Street Franz Josef Glacier
Stay at this aparthotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (288 reviews)
"When I asked for a quiet room due to sleeping disorder, the staff kindly accommodated my request by upgrading our room. The man was very helpful."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

Punga Grove
Glenfern Villas

Glenfern Villas

4.5 out of 5
State Highway 6 Franz Josef Glacier
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
Glenfern Villas
Mid century house in Central Franz location

Mid century house in Central Franz location

Franz Josef / Waiau West Coast
Stay at this holiday home in Franz Josef Glacier. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Westcoast Wildlife Centre and ...
Mid century house in Central Franz location
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Mount Cook attractions

A mountain path with snow-capped peaks and green vegetation.

Aoraki / Mount Cook

9.6/10 (613 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Aoraki / Mount Cook and enjoy the stunning glacier views during your trip to Mount Cook. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.
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Things to do

Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Center Ticket with Optional Backstage Pass

Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Center Ticket with Optional Backstage Pass

£28
per adult
Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Center Ticket with Optional Backstage Pass
People taking selfie on snowpack in Queenstown

Mountains High Helicopter Flight & Snow Landing

£280
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mountains High Helicopter Flight & Snow Landing
Approx 10 minute snow landing included

Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with Landing

£169
per adult
Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Flight with Landing
Pilot’s Choice: 2 Glaciers & Snow Landing – 35min

Pilot’s Choice: 2 Glaciers & Snow Landing – 35min

£211
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Pilot’s Choice: 2 Glaciers & Snow Landing – 35min
Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike

Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike

£394
per adult
Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike
Franz Josef Glacier 25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

Franz Josef Glacier 25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing

£169
per adult
Franz Josef Glacier 25-Minute Helicopter Flight with Snow Landing
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Cities near Mount Cook

A mountainous landscape with a glacier and turquoise lake.

Glentanner

A glacier with a crevasse, snow-covered mountains, and a partly cloudy sky.

Westland Tai Poutini National Park