Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park

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At Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park , you can look forward to a garden, a playground, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi (surcharge).

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is P2,624
P3,017 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17

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  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 1 Queen Bed, 3 Twin Bunk Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A park with a clear sky, a lake, and mountains in the background.

Studio, Jetted Tub, Lake View

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  • Lake view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

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A living room with two sofas, a red rug, a wall fan, and a TV stand.

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  • 96 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
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  • 96 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Twizel, Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park is on the waterfront. Lake Pukaki and Lake Ruataniwha reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include High Country Salmon and NZ Alpine Lavender. Kayaking and canoeing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Twizel travel guide
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53 Freda Du Faur Avenue, Twizel, 7901

What's nearby

  • A mountain range with snow-capped peaks, a calm lake, and a forested shoreline.
    Lake Ruataniwha
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A turquoise lake with snow-capped mountains in the background and a forested shoreline.
    Lake Ohau
    12 min drive - 15.3 km
  • A mountain range with snow-capped peaks, a dense forest, and a turquoise lake.
    Lake Pukaki
    16 min drive - 20.0 km
  • Twizel Town Centre
    7 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Mueller Ridge
    8 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    116 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jasmine Thai
    6 min drive
  • Ministry of Works
    6 min drive
  • Poppies Cafe
    5 min drive
  • Mint Folk
    6 min drive
  • Shapau Pizza
    5 min drive

About this property

Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park

  • Holiday park on the waterfront
  • Consider a stay at Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park and take advantage of a garden, a playground, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi (surcharge).
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • Free self parking
    • An electric car charging station, smoke-free premises, and a fish cleaning table
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park offer amenities such as WiFi.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Restaurant dining guides, guidebooks, and local maps
    • 24-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
    • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park ?

As of Nov 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park on Nov 16, 2026 start from P2,624, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park ?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday park is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Lake Ruataniwha and within 3 mi (5 km) of Twizel Heritage Trail and High Country Salmon. Mueller Ridge and Twizel Town Centre are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 236 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 236 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 236 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 236 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 236 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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We stayed at the Motel and this location is a hidden gem!! Beautiful clean and wonderful visit and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2026
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8/10 Good

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Was really surprised at how good the accomodation was it was clean and comfortable and the staff are friendly and welcoming would definitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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The quad cabin where we were staying had strong wood smell, we didn’t feel comfortable with. Very friendly staff, good shared kitchen facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean bathrooms, clean fridge and kitchen, great view, great location, great heater.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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We stayed in one of the motels and couldnt fault it. The bed was extremely comfortable and the lawn area was a great bonus. Woudnt hesitate to book it again. The remainber of the park does look somewhat unkempt and could do with some TLC. Overall its great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I stayed in the Flaxpods, which were absolutely lovely! Brittany was a lovely host at reception, really helpful and welcoming. Those pods were great, king or super king bed, bathroom, heat pump, cozy kitchenette it was such a delightful stay. I was really happy and will definitely be back. Super quiet and relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Staffs were excellent and room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My fav campground in nz. Best cheap units for travellers after a warm private space for $80. Love
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room & great view.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, safe and relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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Beautiful scenic location with nice walking trails. Friendly helpful staff & clean room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had wanted to stay at Mt Cook resort but it was booked out so we chose the nearest location (60 kms away) at Twizel. There was a paucity of accommodation of what we wanted and we eventually opted with some trepidation for on-site accommodation at the Lake Ruataniwha Holiday Park. We had expected a very spartan arrangement but what a surprise. We had one of their 8 motel units. It was the best such unit we had had on our trip. Very spacious, suitably equipped, lovely outlook on the lawn and lake. The park had a superb barbecue area and a sauna (we did not use). Management was really convivial with the manager Tony and his support Britany very helpful. The other surprise was the town of Twizel. We had expected a one horse town with just a general store and a pub. We were wrong. It had fully developed market place with multiple shops including two supermarkets, several restaurants and a great pub in a very relaxed atmosphere thanks to abundant parking. So overall we had an enjoyable time and also got to see Mt Cook.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay. Quiet and convenient to attractions around the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Quiet place to stay for family trip.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Our room had a view of the lake and the lake is beautiful, particularly in the early morning. The room was very well furnished with some antique furniture and a huge bed.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly staff good location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was huge, comfortable and affordable with free parking. Everything I needed and loved being right beside the lake, whilst also convenient for Mt Cook National Park, Lake Tekapo and restaurants in town. It felt very safe, relaxed and family friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

The motel was alongside the lake which was beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location with lakeside walks nearby. The unit was really clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Theres a nice lawn with a lake view at the back of the motel rooms which is a lovely spot to finish the day with a good book and cold drink. Otherwise, we had a friendly welcome on our arrival, a nice walk along the lake and everything we could want from a motel room.
Lake view from motel room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

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The room, although dated, was clean, warm and comfortable. There were plenty of cooking facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely location, excellent quiet spacious room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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We stayed in the motel and the room was so spacious with big sliding doors to the views of the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Quirky and fun place. The room was nice. Kitchen facilities were a little lacking but overall good. Bathroom was nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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We stayed here for one night and had a great experience. The beds were very comfortable, clean and the space was big and spacious with a lovely view from inside. The staff was friendly and welcoming, which made us feel right at home, the area has good restaurents as well, We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend it!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025