Hermitage Hotel, Aoraki/Mount Cook

Hermitage Hotel, Aoraki/Mount Cook New Zealand's most iconic hotel located in the heart of Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park. A haven for the adventurous since 1884.

From an intrepid journey through glacial valleys to a mouth-watering dining adventure, The Hermitage Hotel is the perfect place to base your next adventure and discover why this region has endeared itself to kiwi adventure seekers for so long. Accommodation ranges from luxurious hotel rooms with unsurpassed views of Aoraki Mt Cook to standard rooms overlooking the Sefton mountain range. Several re

staurants and bars offer an assortment of dining options with spectacular views from every seat. Experience world renowned activities including a cruise amongst glaciers, explore the Tasman valley on a Unimog, stargaze within the International Dark Sky Reserve or be educated and entertained in the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre. Free Wi-Fi is available to all hotel guests in the Snowline Lounge and Sir Edmund Hillary Café. To share your amazing stay in Aoraki Mt Cook National Park with the world

Winter is on its way to Aoraki / Mount Cook, bringing crisp air and clear skies - perfect conditions for our Big Sky Sta...
28/05/2026

Winter is on its way to Aoraki / Mount Cook, bringing crisp air and clear skies - perfect conditions for our Big Sky Stargazing!

With the long weekend coming up, it's the perfect excuse to visit us, look up, and enjoy the magic of some of New Zealand's darkest skies 🌌

The new Ho**er Valley bridge is really starting to take shape. Last week, another major milestone was reached with the m...
10/05/2026

The new Ho**er Valley bridge is really starting to take shape.

Last week, another major milestone was reached with the main cables now stretched across the Ho**er River and much of the bridge decking in place. .

Many of our guests stay with us to experience this iconic walk, so we’d like to say a huge thank you to the teams from the Department of Conservation, Southern Lakes Helicopters, and the contractors working tirelessly in challenging alpine conditions to bring this incredible project to life.

We know many visitors are eagerly awaiting the full reopening of the Ho**er Valley Track, and from what we’ve seen so far, it will be more than worth the wait.

📸 Department of Conservation - Canterbury and Southern Lakes Helicopters

A Ho**er Valley update we know you are all waiting for!!The support towers are now in place for what will become New Zea...
13/04/2026

A Ho**er Valley update we know you are all waiting for!!

The support towers are now in place for what will become New Zealand’s longest swing bridge, stretching 189 metres across the Ho**er River. It’s a significant milestone, and a testament to the hard work of the team from the Department of Conservation and the contractors who have been working through tough alpine conditions to bring this project to life.

Although the opening has been delayed slightly, now planned for late July / early August. We know the track has been missed, but it’s shaping up to be something truly special. It will be worth the wait.

As the clocks go back this weekend, the evenings grow longer and the nights a little darker. While some may be reluctant...
02/04/2026

As the clocks go back this weekend, the evenings grow longer and the nights a little darker. While some may be reluctant to farewell summer, here in Aoraki we quietly welcome the change. It signals the approach of our favourite season.

Winter is nearly here. Crisp air, snow-capped peaks, and star-filled nights are just around the corner. We can’t wait to embrace it. Who’s excited too?

📸 .pooley.world.photo

19/02/2026

You’ve arrived in Aoraki. The mountains are calling, the coffee is brewing, and the adventure is waiting. What are you doing first?

The walk up to Red Tarns is short and a little steep but the view from the top is unforgettable. One of those places tha...
29/01/2026

The walk up to Red Tarns is short and a little steep but the view from the top is unforgettable. One of those places that reminds you to slow down and look around.

If you were here right now, would you head up for sunrise or sunset?

Little explorers, big mountains, and memories they’ll remember long after the journey home. Aoraki/Mount Cook is made fo...
16/01/2026

Little explorers, big mountains, and memories they’ll remember long after the journey home. Aoraki/Mount Cook is made for moments like these.

Tonight we farewell another year beneath the mountains. Thank you for the visits, the stories and the memories made alon...
31/12/2025

Tonight we farewell another year beneath the mountains. Thank you for the visits, the stories and the memories made along the way. We wish you a happy and healthy New Year and look forward to welcoming you back for whatever adventures lie ahead.

Merry Christmas from Aoraki/Mount Cook. A day for slowing down, eating well, and enjoying the views. Wherever you’re cel...
24/12/2025

Merry Christmas from Aoraki/Mount Cook. A day for slowing down, eating well, and enjoying the views. Wherever you’re celebrating, we hope it’s filled with good company and plenty of festive cheer.

Address

89 Terrace Road, Aoraki Mount Cook
Mackenzie
7946

Telephone

+6434351809

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Hermitage Hotel, Aoraki/Mount Cook posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Hermitage Hotel, Aoraki/Mount Cook:

Shortcuts

Share

Category