The Hermitage Hotel, situated in Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park, provides a luxurious retreat amidst breathtaking scenery. Renowned for its authentic New Zealand hospitality, the hotel offers a range of accommodations from the Hermitage Hotel to Mt Cook Lodge and Mt Cook Motels, complemented by dining options that offer delicious meals with expansive views of the mountains.
Alongside The Hermitage, Mount Cook Village offers various lodging choices. These include Aoraki Court Motel for modern rooms with mountain vistas, Mt Cook Lodge and Motels for affordable stays with impressive Mount Cook views, Aoraki Mount Cook Alpine Lodge for cozy accommodations, Glentanner Park for budget-friendly options, and Mount Cook Station Shearers Quarters Lodge near Lake Tekapo.
Visitors to the village can partake in a variety of activities such as hiking, mountaineering, and stargazing. The Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre stands out as a must-see attraction, housing a planetarium and museum dedicated to the renowned mountaineer. Local cuisine highlights the region's Maori heritage, with dishes like hangi remaining popular among both residents and tourists.