Situated Among the Southern Alps, YHA Mt Cook features views of Mount Cook, and is 200 metres from Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre It offers affordable accommodation with a seasonal barbecue area, a self-catering guest kitchen and free access to a sauna room Guests can choose to stay in a lively dormitory room or in the comfort of a private room Toilet and bathroom facilities are shared There is a lounge area with a fireplace where guests can enjoy TV programsmovies Self-service laundry facilities are available Mt Cook YHA is a 20-minute drive from a variety of dining options in Mount Cook Township Timaru Airport is a 25-hour drive away You can go walking, mountaineering, kayaking, skiing, boating, scenic flying and stargazing in the surrounding areas A tour desk can help you plan your day