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🌟TIME to celebrate🌟

We are very proud to share that the Retreat has made TIME’s influential 2024 ‘World’s Greatest Places’ list!

New Zealand's Best Hot Tub Holiday

“I’m taking you to the best hot tub in the country.” Travel journalist Brook Sabin explores Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat.

We Have a Podcast!

Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat is pleased to present our four-part podcast. Available on all major podcast listening apps, or stream it directly from our website.

Relax Under the Stars at The Retreat

We’ve been featured in Luxury Travel Magazine as one of the five best authentic experiences in New Zealand.

In the Lap of Luxury

We are pleased to have Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat featured as one of New Zealand’s finest luxury properties on TVNZ’s Lap of Luxury travel programme.

To the Lake House

Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat is “a luxurious and secluded place where travellers can relax and rejuvenate,” according to MiNDFOOD magazine.

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LXRY-LIST-2025

LXRY-LIST-2025

We’re excited to be featured in the LXRY LIST 2025 Magazine! "THE location to experience the starry splendor is Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat"

Pukaki Cellar Observatory Experience

Pukaki Cellar Observatory Experience

Discover the Wonders of the Night Sky - Pukaki Observatory Stargazing Experience. Join us for an unforgettable night under the stars at the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve.

🌟TIME to celebrate🌟

🌟TIME to celebrate🌟

🌟TIME to celebrate🌟 We are very proud to share that the Retreat has made TIME's influential 2024 'World's Greatest Places' list!We are ...

World Class Stargazing

World Class Stargazing

Australian News Reporter, Jack Evans, visits the Mackenzie Region's Dark Sky Reserve.

ROOM FOR TWO: Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat, New Zealand

ROOM FOR TWO: Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat, New Zealand

Matt Brace stayed in Villa Puaka and raved about the 'cosy' feeling, the 'delicious food' and more.

New Zealand’s Best Hot Tub Holiday

New Zealand’s Best Hot Tub Holiday

"I'm taking you to the best hot tub in the country." Travel journalist Brook Sabin explores Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat.

Seduced By the South Island

Seduced By the South Island

Writer Elisabeth Easther goes on a Kiwi southern odyssey of fine food, luxury accommodation, world-class scenery and adventure galore.

Press Pause

Press Pause

Cuisine Magazine says: There’s a lot more than mountain views to nourish you, at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat.

Relax Under the Stars at The Retreat

Relax Under the Stars at The Retreat

We’ve been featured in Luxury Travel Magazine as one of the five best authentic experiences in New Zealand.

In the Lap of Luxury

In the Lap of Luxury

Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat is featured among New Zealand's finest luxury properties on TVNZ's Lap of Luxury travel programme.

Stargazing and Fine Dining at The Retreat

Stargazing and Fine Dining at The Retreat

Celebrate Matariki, Māori New Year, with special dining and stargazing events at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat.

Saving the Night Sky: A Dark Sky Nation

Saving the Night Sky: A Dark Sky Nation

The Retreat is proud to be part of New Zealand's bid to become the world's first dark sky nation.

Magnificent Stays in the Mackenzie Country

Magnificent Stays in the Mackenzie Country

NewstalkZB’s Mike Yardley praises Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat as "the pinnacle of indulgence.”

Stargazing in the Aoraki Mackenzie Region

Stargazing in the Aoraki Mackenzie Region

New Zealand Herald writer Jacqui Gibson visits the Retreat and explores stargazing in the Aoraki Mackenzie region.

Wellness with Wow Factor at The Retreat

Wellness with Wow Factor at The Retreat

Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat has been featured as one of New Zealand’s most luxurious spa retreats.

Winter in the Mackenzie Region

Winter in the Mackenzie Region

Experience the best of winter in the legendary Mackenzie, when you stay at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat.

A Time for Renewal

A Time for Renewal

After a devastating forest fire, we rededicate ourselves to our vision for Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat: A place of rest, wellness and renewal.

A Solo Escape

A Solo Escape

Our Retreat is the perfect escape, whether for a romantic couple’s getaway or a self-care solo vacation, as one NZ Herald writer discovered.

Down in the Scenic South

Down in the Scenic South

OK! Magazine enjoys a getaway from urban life and finds luxury in the pristine wilderness at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat.

Filming A Wrinkle in Time

Filming A Wrinkle in Time

We were privileged to welcome Storm Reid, Oprah and Director Ava DuVernay during filming of A Wrinkle in Time.

To the Lake House

To the Lake House

The Retreat is "a luxurious and secluded place where travellers can relax and rejuvenate," according to MiNDFOOD magazine.

Congratulations Adi and Ratna!

Congratulations Adi and Ratna!

We are proud and honoured to be a part of such a special wedding day at Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat.

Lake Pukaki Among World’s Clearest Waters

Lake Pukaki Among World’s Clearest Waters

Our very own Lake Pukaki has been named among the world’s clearest waters by Condé Nast Traveler.

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The most stunning place on earth. The views are to die for. The peace is amazing and the air so clean it’s sweet. Our first nights dinner was first class, followed by Benny’s amazing trip around the stars. He is passionate and so knowledgeable that you become passionate too. Would Highly recommend on all fronts

Sarah H. United Kingdom
Sarah H.