Twizel Holiday Park, Twizel

Our stay was decent but had its fair share of downsides. The cabin was cozy and had the basics we needed, but the lengthy check-in process and lack of a warm welcome cast a shadow on the experience. The location is convenient for access to Mt. Cook, but the shared facilities need some improvements. It’s fine for a brief visit, but I wouldn’t call it a highlight of our trip.

I had a mixed experience at this campground. While the showers were consistently hot and clean, and I enjoyed the proximity to the Alps to Ocean cycle trail, there were serious noise issues during my stay. Unfortunately, the lack of noise control from nearby campers made it difficult to enjoy a peaceful night’s sleep. Overall, it has potential but needs some improvements.

The park hotel offers a clean and comfortable experience, with the added benefit of being dog-friendly and close to a nice walking path by the river. However, it can get quite hot, and the facilities could use some attention, especially regarding communal spaces and maintenance. Overall, it’s a decent spot, but there are a few quirks that should be addressed.

We had a basic hut stay that was just what we needed, but the check-in process was frustratingly slow. While it’s conveniently located near Mt. Cook, the cabin felt very business-like and lacked a warm atmosphere. The shared bathroom facilities could use some improvements. Overall, it had its pros, but it wasn't ideal for us.