Hermitage Hotel

Set in Mount Cook National Park, The Hermitage Hotel features a range of rooms and suites all offering majestic mountain views, and most with views of Mount Cook. Guests can enjoy a range of onsite dining and bars.

Mt Cook Alpine Salmon

The Mt Cook Alpine Salmon Shop is on the Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail at the southern end of Lake Pukaki. Stop by to enjoy the iconic views, picnic tables, ice cold drinks and the range of salmon products on offer.

Our Freshwater King Salmon has been raised in nearby canals, the water flowing straight from the Southern Alps. This glacial, highly oxygenated water and the distinctive touch of the seasons, creates a special salmon delicacy.

Mt Cook Lakeside Retreat

Dining at Moraine Lodge is to savour the tastes of nature. Step into an uncomplicated world where food is real, the soil, air and water are pure and your dining experience is designed to honour those elements to the fullest.

The Retreat’s cuisine is rooted in what comes from our two large vegetable garden and the local suppliers of our region. Guests have described their dining experience here as “foodie heaven.” Our cuisine playfully wanders the line between refined and rugged, borrowing from both fine dining and simple whole foods defined by freshness and the natural seasons.

We extend a warm welcome to day guests wishing to join us for a culinary experience at Moraine Lodge. We are open each day for lunch and dinner for groups of 4 or more. Just 10 kms from Twizel, we can help to arrange transport.

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to take online reservations within 24 hours. If you wish to enquire about dining today, contact our team by phone or email.

Peppers Bluewater Resort Lake Tekapo

Near the shores of Lake Tekapo is Peppers Bluewater Resort. Romantic and secluded, your accommodation reflects the beautiful landscape surrounding you. You can explore the natural wonders of Mount Cook and the Mackenzie region from here.

Enjoy a tranquil and scenic holiday destination with Peppers Bluewater Resort, offering the very best of Lake Tekapo and located in close proximity to town centre. Indulge at on-site Rakinui Restaurant, capturing flavours of the region with local produce.

Mackenzie Country Hotel

Enjoy a relaxing stay at the Mackenzie Country Hotel in Twizel in the heart of the Mackenzie Region. Featuring a beautiful garden setting with high country views, the hotel has everything you need for a relaxing holiday.
A great place to base yourself for the Mt Cook to Ohau sections, complimentary storage is available for bikes.

The Musterers Hut Cafe and Gift Shop

Enjoy our fabulous fresh home made fare made daily, along with our incredible Organic, Fair Trade Switch Espresso Coffee. Enjoy the relaxed retro atmosphere with genuine original retro formica tables and chairs. Or relax in the lounge chairs in front of the roaring fire on the cooler days.

We also have a boutique gift shop offering locally made arts and crafts, and alongside, an 18-hole Mini-Golf course, the holes themed to locations in the Twizel area.

Ministry of Works Bar & Eatery (MOW Bar)

Kick back, relax and enjoy a great selection of craft beers, New Zealand wines, dishes inspired from street-food worldwide all within a casual dining setting, at Twizel's Market Place.

Family friendly, with an awesome playground opposite our beer garden.

High Country Salmon

We are a 100% New Zealand family owned salmon farm, operating within the glacial waters of Ohau hydro canal, 3km south of Twizel.

We grow and sell glacial mountain salmon (chinook), processed on site and for sale in our shop, floating cafe and online.

Lake Ōhau Lodge

Lake Ōhau Lodge is ideally placed between two of the Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail’s scenic highlights - the shores of Lake Ōhau, and Lake Ōhau Lodge to Quailburn. It is the perfect spot for a lunch stop or overnight stay.
Established in 1951, the Lodge is uniquely Kiwi in style with a special reputation for high country hospitality and contemporary high country food. The lodge, with restaurant, bar, spa pools and tennis court has beautiful views from the rooms overlooking the lake up to Aoraki Mt Cook.

Wrinkly Rams

The Wrinkly Rams cafe at Ōmarama is the place to stop for weary travellers seeking refreshment.

Offering fresh homemade food, teas and espresso coffee, you can enjoy a break from your travels, preparing for your journey ahead on the Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail.

The adjoining gift shop has a wide choice of gift, clothing and souvenir items available.

Heritage Gateway Hotel

Relax and enjoy comfortable, country-style accommodation at the Heritage Gateway Hotel. The hotel offers modern and comfortable rooms, including family units with cooking facilities. Many have a balcony to view the great mountain scenery and all have tea and coffee making facilities, en suite bathrooms and free parking.

Set amongst landscaped gardens, dine in the al fresco restaurant or relax at the bar while enjoying the views of the surrounding mountains. Gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options are available.

On The Spot, Otematata

Stock up on essential food and drink supplies in Otematata while riding the Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail at On The Spot.

A shaded area is available outside for rest and relaxation from riding the trail. On The Spot is a NZ Post agency, and WiFi is available.

Otematata Eatery, Bar & Lodging

Otematata Eatery, Bar & Lodging is located within Otematata township, on SH83. There is a variety of accommodation options available, from recently refurbished apartments to country style pub rooms.
A full restaurant and bar is on site, offering a wide range of kiwi cuisine, specialising in Low & Slow Cooked Meats.

Valli Wine Bar and Tasting Room

While visiting the Valli Wine Bar and Tasting Room, you will have a found a unique wine experience in the heart of the Waitaki. Situated in the newly renovated Oamaru stone building of the old Kurow Post Office, a bit of hidden luxury awaits.

With National and unequalled International accolades, Valli wines tell a story of place. Learn why this place is such a special region in which to grow wine with a choice of curated tasting trays or be led through a one on-one personalized tasting.

If the casual approach is more your style, relax with a glass of Valli or a craft brew after a long day on the trail. Small plates for sharing designed to match our wines round off the experience as does a case of your favorite wine shipped home to remember your visit by! Free shipping within New Zealand and International shipping is a breeze!

River-T Estate Wines

River-T Wines is a small boutique vineyard with a mix of grape varieties, on the banks of the Waitaki River near Kurow.

Enjoy top Waitaki wine and food while overlooking the beautiful views of the vineyard and beyond to the mountains.

Waitaki Braids

Waitaki Braids Lodge is a historic building, built 1888 in Kurow's town centre, close to the Waitaki River and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail.

Our seven, peaceful rooms offer a private ensuite and conservatory, with individual access to our outdoor area – a great place to relax on a hot summers evening, or to watch the brilliant night skies. Rooms can accommodate 1-3 people with double, twin and triple room options.

A cafe is on-site, offering a set evening menu using produce largely sourced from the local area.

Duntroon Hotel and CycleStays Ltd

This iconic country pub, within the Duntroon township, has been servicing the local community since 1881, from the goldmining era of the nearby Maerewhenua River and Danseys Pass areas to the present day.

Recently renovated rooms are well set up for riders on the Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail.

The Fort Enfield

The Fort Enfield Tavern is more than just your classic Kiwi Pub. 'The Fort’, located 10 minutes drive from Oamaru and 12km from the end of the trail, is the heart of the local community and a compulsory stop for hungry and thirsty Alps 2 Ocean cycle trail bikers.

We offer delicious and generous pub meals, an extensive beverage selection, teas, coffees and quick and tasty café treats. Enjoy our indoor bar or dine in our sun-bathed beer garden with amazing views up the Waireka Valley.

The Fort is open 7 days from 8.30am and our Kitchen closes at 8:00pm. Your hosts, Moose and Jody, look forward to hosting you at their little slice of paradise.

Whitestone Cheese

Whitestone Cheese Co. handcrafts their own distinctive new world cheeses that reflect North Otago’s climate, water and rich soils, at their Ōamaru factory.

Relax with a cheese board, fresh coffee or a glass of wine at the Whitestone Cheese Store – or experience a guided factory tour with cheese tasting.