Matakauri Lodge
Queenstown, New Zealand
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About the Hotel
Tucked into ten acres of pine forest on magnificent Lake Wakatipu, just minutes from Queenstown on New Zealandâ€(TM)s South Island, Matakauri Lodge is a serene wilderness retreat. Lodge suites and freestanding villas designed in harmony with the environment feature fireplaces, two-person tubs and private garden terraces that gaze across mountain and lake views. Staying here is all about relaxation, whether youâ€(TM)re playing chess in the library, indulging in a tailor-made massage session in the Spa Pavilion or sipping a fine wine over an al fresco, sunset dinner.
Location
Matakauri Lodge
569 Glenorchy Road
Queenstown, New Zealand
Nearest Airport: ZQN
Features and Amenities
- Dining
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- On-Site Amenities
- Pool
- Spa on Property
- Fitness Center
- In-Room Amenities
- Mini Bar
- WiFi
- Activities
- Wine Tasting
- Business
- Meeting Rooms
- Business Center
- Interests
- Hotels
- Lakefront Hotels
- Lodges
- Dude Ranches
- Haciendas
- Secluded - Far from Anything
- Spa
Reviews for Matakauri Lodge
Three star but they try...
For what they charge, I was expecting an insanely nice property. New Zealand is beautiful for sure, and the property is right on the lake, so the views are amazing. However, the price calls for an insane breakfast, spa and gym. The gym was good at best, and the massage was good but they call that a spa for a $440 massage?! The staff was very nice but the person helping me with my luggage disappeared and left me to haul it the rest of the way through the gravel to my car. If you need a firm bed like they have in Europe-this is not for you.
peggy b
One of the most stunning places in the world
Now you could say the Post Ranch Inn is the like Matakauri of the northern hemisphere or wise versa. What they have in common is a location close to heaven, exceptional service and hospitality as great food. We also love our family villa which had everything we dreamed of (and our little ones are demanding 😉).
Daniel K - Fuerth, Germany
Wairua o Te Wai: The Spirit of Lake Wakatipu
Smaller than the other Rosewood lodges but perfectly positioned to showcase the natural beauty of Lake Wakatipu. Davide provided an excellent welcome and made arrangements. Much appreciated. Dining here is wonderful. We booked a helicopter adventure with Cody as our pilot - saw mountain peaks, distant shores, and landed on Glacier Saddle. The helicopter also took us to Milford Sound, which was breathtaking.
 The hotel arranged a trip on a classic steam ship as well. Though more compact than its sister properties, Matakauri delivered experiences that were just as memorable.
ryanottoulrich
Breathtakingly beautiful but spoiled by construction noise
A very special property in a spectacular location, the Rosewood is private and serene. Except if there's construction going on. We were told the pool and spa area would be closed during our stay, which was fine, but unfortunately we weren't told that the construction noise from said renovations would be audible from our room. After we checked in on the first day of our honeymoon, the noise was so loud in the afternoon that I couldn't quite believe what was happening. We tried to take a relaxing afternoon nap but couldn't due to the loud noises of heavy machinery just metres from our room. I considered cancelling our reservation and going straight to Blanket Bay, but we decided to stick it out - we'd planned lots of local outings and figured we'd be away from our room most days while the construction was going on. Luckily we weren't planning on spending four days holed up in our magnificent suite!! Our suite - a Grand Lakeview - was breathtaking. The view was magnificent, the decor stylish and on point, the bathroom serene, the walk in closet big enough for all our belongings. During the early mornings and evenings everything was perfect. A waitress asked us how our stay was going on our first night, and I mentioned how much construction noise we could hear from our room. She was sympathetic and said it should be quieter towards the end of the week. That was all anyone said - no compensation, no special offer to make up for the poor experience. We had couples massages in our suite the next morning, and even the massage staff commented on the noise. The food was excellent. The service was excellent - staff seemed eager to please, attentive, timely, helpful, someone always appeared just as we were leaving for an activity or arriving back after on outing - but maybe lacking a little personality; it felt a bit corporate. If it weren't for the construction noise - and lack of acknowledgement/compensation - this would be a five star review.
Eloise M
Love all of this lodges property
Thank you Mr.Davide (director manager ) for taking care us with warm welcome experience. Our stay was amazing due to all new of property and can took Very very best view of queenstown . Especially very close to a famous spot such as Gleenerchy . Thank you all professional staff.
paulbkk888 - Bangkok, Thailand
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