 World renowned Hermitage hotel in the Mount Cook national park is the only hotel in this area. Located at the foot of New Zealand's highest mountain - Mount Cook has some of the best walks in the world usually from late October to late March. However for the more adventurous the low season has its own attraction with less people. The National park, is approximately 330km south of Christchurch and 280 kms north of Queenstown.
A world famous property that continues to be in high demand with a wide range of visitors from all over the world. A definite Alpine feel to the hotel. A large number of activities are available including the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre and Planetarium, glacier landing flights, hiking, glacier boat lake trips, 4 wheel drive adventures, helicopter rides etc. SE0411.
A ten storey building made up of various wings, some are newer than others. Glass and steel building.
A light filled medium sized lobby, busy with guests, and day visitors. With a shop for souvenirs and more basic conveniences.
The 10 rooms on the top floor of the Premium wing (formerly known as the Aoraki wing) all have fantastic views of Mt cook with large panoramic windows. Bedding configuration is available as 1 King size bed or twin queen size beds with a maximum of 4 people per room. These rooms all have air conditioning , in room safes and binoculars. Other room amenities include; Bathrobes, an extensive range of complimentary toiletries, tea/coffee making facilities, direct dial phones, hair dryers, mini bar, and satellite tv channels.
There are two main restaurants, one serving buffet style meals and the other a'la carte fine dining. There is a cafe style restaurant open for lunches and a bar for a range of refreshments throughout the day and evening.
7 kms to the nearest airport (mount cook), Centrally located.
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