Burkes Pass Country Motels

Rural motel at the gateway to Mackenzie Country, offering mountain views and access to skiing at Mt Dobson and Roundhill.

Accommodation

Burkes Pass Country Motels offers all ground-floor units with easy access to free private parking. Each apartment has a sofa, a TV, a refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. Select units include a full kitchen with hobs and a dishwasher, and electric frying pans and rice cookers are available on request.

Location

This motel sits in Burkes Pass, a 15-minute drive from Lake Tekapo or Fairlie, both with supermarkets and restaurants. It is a convenient base for day trips to Mt Cook National Park and for skiing at Mt Dobson ski field and Roundhill. The property lies within the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve, offering clear night skies for stargazing.

Amenities

Guests have access to an outdoor dining area with BBQ facilities and a picnic area. An outdoor wood burner provides warmth and atmosphere during cooler evenings. The motel also has an on-site gift shop for unique souvenirs and a laundry facility with excellent machines.

Family & Pet-Friendly

Children can enjoy the kids' outdoor play equipment and the chance to feed the property's sheep and chickens. Burkes Pass Country Motel is pet-friendly and accommodates furry companions with prior arrangement. The grounds also include a garden, outdoor fireplace, and picnic area for family use.

Unique Experience

There is no mobile phone reception on site, ensuring a quiet stay away from digital interruptions. Guests can explore Burkes Pass itself with a self-guided walk map from the old church. The motel is surrounded by the Rollesby Range and Mt Burgess, providing a scenic rural backdrop.

• Location: Gateway to Mackenzie Country, 15 min from Lake Tekapo
• Rooms: All ground-floor units with full kitchens in select apartments
• Amenities: Outdoor wood burner, BBQ facilities, on-site gift shop
• Family: Kids' play equipment, sheep feeding, pet-friendly policy
• Ski: Close to Mt Dobson and Roundhill ski fields with ski storage
• Unique: Zero mobile reception for a quiet retreat