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Hotel in
Mount Cook NP
The Hermitage Hotel
Nestled beneath the towering peaks of the mighty
Southern Alps, The Hermitage is a gateway to an extraordinary alpine
wonderland, the Aoraki Mount Cook National Park, a World Heritage
Park. Situated in a natural mountain amphitheatre, Aoraki Mount
Cook Alpine Village is a perfect all year round retreat offering visitors
a wealth of unique leisure pursuits.
ACCOMMODATION |
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| The 192 room Hermitage
complex offers visitors a range of accommodation options. The most
exclusive and luxurious accommodation in the village can be found in the
Hermitage Hotel. The Hermitage
Hotel is open year round and features superior accommodation, 2
restaurants and a lounge bar, a Coffee Shoppe, Post Office, Gift Shop and
Art Gallery.
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| The 60 new 900 Wing rooms
and the 104 Hermitage Superior rooms offer scenic views of the surrounding
mountains, with 143 offering spectacular views of Mount Cook. All rooms
have bathrooms, tea and coffee making facilities, fridges, TVs, and
phones. Spa and sauna facilities are also available for the use of
in-house guests. Safe deposit boxes are located at the 24 hour
reception where the multi lingual staff can assist with all foreign
exchange requirements and general inquiries.
Nearby are the Mount Cook
Chalets and
Hermitage Big Rock Backpackers - 19 units, each sleeping up to six guests.
The 57 standard rooms at the Glencoe Wing and the 12 unit
Hermitage Motel are located on the opposite side of the Village and offer
real value to guests wishing to enjoy this very special part of New
Zealand.
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GUEST SERVICES |
| The Hermitage Gift Shop
offers a unique range of contemporary arts and crafts, clothing, souvenirs
and gifts. From a hand-crafted walking cane to a postcard, an original
painting to a handspun woollen sweater, the Gift Shop will make selecting
just the right little 'something', either for yourself or for your loved
ones back home, so very easy.
RESTAURANTS AND BARS |
| Discover the many dining
options at the Hermitage. During the summer months dine in the award
winning Panorama Restaurant with its stunning views of the Alps, and
choose from a superb menu featuring a range of New Zealand's finest
seafood and game dishes. The more relaxed Alpine Restaurant is open year
round with a stunning buffet selection during summer and a la carte menu
available during winter. Guests of the Glencoe Wing are well catered for
in the Wakefield Restaurant with a variety of hearty family meals. Quick
snacks, a cold drink or a cappuccino are all available at the Coffee
Shoppe in the Hermitage Hotel where you can sit on the patio and plan your
next adventure in Aoraki Mount Cook National Park.
If you are looking to mix and mingle with the
locals, the Tavern is always very popular - whether for a BBQ under the
stars on a warm summers evening or to exchange tales of adventure over a
cool beer - a good story teller is always welcome!
ACTIVITIES |
| Breathe the crisp
mountain air and marvel at the majesty of New Zealand's tallest mountain.
Soar over the spectacular Southern Alps by helicopter or ski plane or
explore the Tasman valleys on a 4WD scenic tour. You can choose from a
variety of alpine treks including guided treks and Heli-Treks, visit the
Tasman Glacier Lake and marvel at the sheer magnitude of the resident
icebergs or row on the Hooker Glacier terminal lake. Explore the village
on foot or by mountain bike - there is certainly plenty to do in Aoraki
Mount Cook National Park!
Nearby Attractions
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- 9 hole Golf Course - 63kms / 37.8mls
- Soar over the spectacular Southern Alps by helicopter or skiplane
- Visit the Tasman Glacier Lake and marvel at the sheer magnitude of the
resident icebergs
- Enjoy a horse ride at a High Country Station
- Experience New Zealand's finest mountain scenery on a 4WD tour
- Enjoy the tranquil sound of the oars on a fabulous Eco Tour
Location Facts |
- Mount Cook Airport - 5 kms/ 3mls
- National Park Headquarters - 1km / 0.6mls
- Mount Cook Salmon Farm - 70kms / 42mls
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