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Marksman Motor Inn

3.0 star property
Mount Cook's Marksman Motor Inn makes travel simple with express check-in options, free self-parking, and in-room WiFi to keep everyone connected

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Travelers find a convenient retreat at Marksman Motor Inn in the heart of Mount Cook. The inn provides practical amenities including dry cleaning and laundry services, luggage storage, and WiFi access in each room. Free self-parking makes exploring the area hassle-free.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
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About this property

Marksman Motor Inn

  • Motel near Interislander Ferry Terminal
  • Marksman Motor Inn provides dry cleaning/laundry services and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
    • Luggage storage, smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Marksman Motor Inn boast thoughtful touches such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Egyptian cotton sheets, pillowtop mattresses, and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
    • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and hair dryers
    • 40-inch LED TVs with premium channels and DVD players
    • Refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of NZD 200 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 25.00 per person
  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is Marksman Motor Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Marksman Motor Inn?

As of May 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marksman Motor Inn on Jun 2, 2026 start from $77, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Marksman Motor Inn?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Marksman Motor Inn?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Marksman Motor Inn located?

Located in Mount Cook, this motel is steps from Massey University and Basin Reserve. National War Memorial and Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 450 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 221 out of 450 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 450 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 450 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 450 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Parking was good, and location is great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Basic facilities, tidy, everything works, polite staff. Location and free parking are a huge plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Haylee

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly staff, perfect location, rooms could do with a deep clean (skirtings and in corners etc)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

ilyanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great space for a family. Clean, nice rooms, very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness
Older room but well priced. Better parking and central.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was clean but was showing it's age,it could do with a bit of updating,faulty fridge,no toilet roll holder,no plug for basin,no hooks to hang clothes when in the bathroom. Staff were very polite and accommodating.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haleem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice and clean property and walkable to shopping places.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Amrinderjit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s really walking distance to city shops.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean and warm rooms, excellent view of basin reserve, quiet despite busy road outside.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre

Liked: Amenities
Good Location, parking and facilities. Great clean space for your money. Friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Vinesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mokonuiarangi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lynda

Liked: Cleanliness
Love the location. Very convenient for visiting the hospital. Beds were very comfortable and clean. Unfortunately the bathroom is in need of a new fit out. But we did have everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Comfortable and clean. Great location. Able to park on site.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable, comfortable, clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. Well equipped room within moderate walking distance of cbd. Perhaps inevitability for central city, there was some noise from neighbours
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean professional rooms. Quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel was quite adequate and comfortable. The bed was very comfortable. Motels are easy to access and depart from when arriving from outside Wellington and departing Wellington.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property is showing it's age but was clean and convenient. Parking is limited so you have to check in early if you want a spot.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This motel with everything that it said it was the staff were amazing was not able to meet my booking one night and they were able to transfer it to another night extremely accommodating for me the room was beautiful clean at everything you need for a one night stay nice hot shower comfy bed TV to watch againsome cricket cup of coffee highly stay here
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Milton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
close to all needed amenities.Walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff help us in the middel of the night on arrival to settle in!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were fantastic helping me with my late arrival. Went above & beyond to ensure had all the details to access my room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is excellent, we only had the basic studio with private bathroom, it was clean well equipped, iron ironing board, kettle, toaster microwave, spare bed, the large queen bed super comfortable, crisp sheets very good night sleep, great TV and access to all sky, lots of lovely clean towels and very good shower. Fully recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Easily accessable

Nothing fancy but very well cared for with very hospitable owners. Parking only just coped unless you go out at night. Easy drive into city and waterfront Also easy access to Mirimar.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024