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Reviews of Mahina Cottage

64 Woodley Ave, 7999 Twizel, New Zealand

#7 of 94 hotels in Twizel

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 141 hotel reviews

9.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.7

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.5

  • Free WiFi

    9.4

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  • Reviewed: 16 May 2024

    10
    So happy we found this lovely place to stay, we would highly recommend it . thank you for having us.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night

    Perfect … so don’t change a thing!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The house is clean and peaceful

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    10
    Wonderful place to stay and explore the area and do a bit of stargazing in the evening.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights

    nothing, i really can't think of anything i would complain about, a really great stay. i was in New Zealand for about a month traveling around and i think this was my favorite rental.

    Everything! the host greated us on arrival and she was very friendly. The location was gorgeous, knew it was a dark sky reserve but wasn't expecting all that much but we got to see the milky way! the cottage was really comfortable and there were shops nearby for supplies. Honestly am shocked it is such a good value stay and i know the friends i was traveling with are recommending it to people they know as a great getaway location.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2024

    10
    An excellent villa stay - to be recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    An excellent property - clean, modern & well-equipped, with a helpful host!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hosts were super friendly and provided us with great recommendations. We loved seeing the stars at night and the area the cottage is located in. Everything exceeded our expectations and we would definitely stay here again!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2024

    9.0
    We enjoyed our stay, thank you!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night

    While Some blinds/curtains have two layers to protect privacy, there are 1-2 in the living room (the entry door and one in the kitchen) are not totally private.

    Fantastic views and very quiet. Not too far from the shopping village.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 February 2024

    9.0
    excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    peacefully

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 January 2024

    10
    Lovely stay in a beautiful location and cottage. Great for stargazing when the sky is clear.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing really. The location is a little remote but in beautiful surroundings and ideally located for the Mount Cook area.

    It’s in a beautiful location. The cottage is spotless and very comfortable. There is everything you need. The host is very friendly and helpful

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 January 2024

    9.0
    Highky recommend this place as a comfortable stay and great base to see the area.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would be great if there was a bbq or oven, and dishwasher.

    Great view, comfortable and spacious.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 December 2023

    10
    clean peaceful place as a base to explore mt cook and surrounding areas
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Very clean. Friendly host. Nice quite neighborhood. Convenient location to explore mt cook and lake pukaki. The room with skylight is lovely on a clear night, but it can get quite bright very early in the morning. If you are a light sleeper you might want to consider bringing sleep mask. Overall a great stay!!

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 December 2023

    10
    Perfect Place to unwind from extensive activities in Mackenzie Country
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night

    The accomodation is well equipped, nicely furnitured and has a patio in a well maintained garden with views on the neighbouring hills. Warmely welcomed by the host I enjoyed the relaxing stay there after hiking in the Area Aoraki Mount Cook, it is far better than staying at Mt. Cook Village.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 December 2023

    10
    Short and sweet trip but very relaxing.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing we didn’t like.

    How it felt like a home away from home, very clean, hosts were friendly and have gone out of there way to make sure it has everything you need. Makes you not want to leave. Beautiful property in a very quiet serene wee town.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 November 2023

    10
    Fabulous property
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wonderful location and the cottage had lots of space, clean and light, great facilities, mountain views, parking. Good heating and hot water.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 November 2023

    10
    Much greater than expected.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very comfortable and very clean. Jim was a wonderful host and gave us lots of ideas. We hope to come back and fish or hunt with him.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    NA

    Close to town centre, very quiet at night, super clean , friendly owner and lovely dogs

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 November 2023

    10
    I would give 11 out of 10!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night

    There was nothing not to like about this place.

    Our best stay in our NZ south island road trip. Very charming place with modern facilities. Hosts have looked into every little detail. Very clean. Calm neighbourhood with beautiful scenary surrounding.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 14 nights

    Great location for numerous outdoor activities. Shops & restaurants a short drive away. Outstanding hosts. Would be very happy to stay here again.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We loved where it was central to everything we needed. Cottage had everything we needed for our stay. Very clean and tidy. Owner was very nice came and greeted us offered his knowledge of the area. Great communication from even before we arrived. Highly recommend staying at Mahina Cottage. We will be back to stay.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night

    Hosts were very welcoming & accomodating. Property was very clean & well appointed. Short drive to shops & restaurants. Conveniently located for walks in the Mount Cook area & in our case, gliding in Omarama.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A beautiful spot and a comfortable house. Thank you so much for a lovely stay. ❤️

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2023

    10
    Thank you so much for having us- we absolutely loved it! Everything that we needed!! We will be back!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely perfect for us - everything we needed, warm and stunning views

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautifully set up and a friendly helpful host. Enjoyed the nightsky thru the skylight.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2023

    10
    A peaceful and comfortable setting under the stars!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing - it was perfect!

    What an amazing location - so peaceful and incredible stargazing! Jim was so friendly and accommodating and the cottage was really well equipped. We were sad that we had only booked for one night!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2023

    10
    thank you for having us
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing it was lovely!

    location! lovely and clean and spacious brilliant communication and lovely and friendly :-)

    Stayed in July 2023

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