Safely nestled amongst native bush on the edge of pristine Lake Wakatipu, just 5 miles from Queenstown, Matakauri Lodge offers absolute comfort as well as stunning panoramic alpine views. Savour exquisitely prepared cuisine prepared by our award winning chef featuring a wonderful selection of fresh local fare, accompanied by fine New Zealand wines and mouth watering desserts. The perfect Antidote to the frenetic pace of everyday life. Matakauri Lodge is the supreme base from which to unwind, fresh clean mountain air and breath-taking beauty define your exclusive Matakauri experience. Guests can enjoy a variety of facilities including the spa pavilion with sauna, hot tub. In - house massage therapists offer a variety of holistic treatments. If elegance and privacy, impeccable contemporary design poised in balance and harmony with nature unspoiled are your preference, you?ve come to the right place ? combined, it all goes to make Matakauri Lodge the perfect retreat.
Amenities
AM/FM Alarm Clock
Babysitting/Child Services
Bar/Lounge
Coffee Maker in Room
Free Parking
Free Local Telephone Calls
Hairdryers Available
Mini Bar
No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Free Newspaper
Parking
Restaurant
Room Service
Fitness Center or Spa
Television with Cable
Laundry/Valet Services
Room Information
Room Features
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All rooms feature: * Alarm Clock * Balcony * Patio * Bath Robe * Cable TV * Coffee Maker * Cribs Available * Desk * Hairdryer * Iron * Ironing Board * Mini Bar * Radio * Refrigerator * Remote Control * Rollaway Available * Shower * Sofa * Stereo * VCR
Walter Peak Suite
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One bedroom suite - Walter Peak Suite. Located inside the lodge, these suites feature on king bed, on bedroom, one bathroom -shower only, no bath- with separate lounge and private balcony. Smoking is permitted on the balcony only. Complimentary full breakfast, cocktail hour, three course dinner, newspaper, airport shuttle, outdoor parking, local calls, coffee and tea. Max occupancy is 3 including children.No children under 12 yrs old
Wakatipu Suite
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King Suite - Wakatipu Suite. Located inside the lodge, these suites feature one king bed, one bedroom, one bathroom -no spa bath- with separate lounge and private balcony. Smoking permitted on balcony only. Complimentary full breakfast, cocktail hour, three course dinner, newspaper, airport shuttle, outdoor parking, local calls, coffee and tea. Max occupancy is 3 including children. No Children under 12yrs
Villa
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One Bedroom Villa - Located away from the main lodge, each villa has one king bed, one bedroom, one bathroom, separate toilet, double spa bath, double shower, separate lounge with a log fireplace and private balcony. Smoking is permitted on the balcony only. All villas are accessed by a pathway through native gardens. Complimentary full breakfast, cocktail hour, three course dinner, newspaper, airport shuttle, outdoor parking, local calls, coffee/tea. Max occupancy is 3 including children. no children under 12yrs old
Matakauri Suite
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Two Bedroom Loft - Matakauri Suite. This two bedroom, two bathroom loft style suite includes one King bed and one zipper Queen bed, single spa bath, double shower, separate lounge and private balcony. Please note second bedroom is a smaller loft style bedroom which has ensuite bathroom and balcony but no separate lounge. Smoking is permitted on balcony only. Complimentary full breakfast, cocktail hour, three course dinner, newspaper, airport shuttle, outdoor parking, local calls, coffee and tea. Max occupancy is 4 including children. no children under 12 yrs old
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Miscellaneous Information
New Zealand Dollars is the native currency.
Check in time is 1400
Check out time is 1100
Time Zone is NST (18:00 CST / 12:00 GMT)
Opened in 2000
Renovated in May 2004
7 rooms.
0 suites.
0 floors.
Directions
All visitors to Matakauri Lodge will first approach Queenstown via Frankton Road. At the second round about -rotary- turn left onto Shotover Street, and continue onto Lake Esplanade then follow the signage heading north towards Glenorchy. Follow that road along the lakes edge -keeping the lake on your left- for 4.5 miles. Look for the sign Welcome to Closeburn - we are 150 metres beyond this sign. Look on the left hand side of the road for a side road sign-posted in yellow Matakauri Lodge. Follow the signage to lodge and reception.
Travel north down Glenorchy Road for 4.5 miles and turn left onto Farrycroft Road.
Travel north down Glenorchy Road for 4.5 miles and turn left onto Farrycroft Road.
5 miles north of Matakauri Lodge on Glenorchy Road.
Located 10 minutes north of Queenstown in 10 acres of natural bush land. The lodge enjoys undisturbed views of the mountain ragne and is situated on Lake Wakatipu with a short stroll to the lakes edge.
Queenstown Airport (ZQN) - 10 miles SW
Guarantee Policy
Non refundable deposit taken 30 days prior to arrival from a valid credit card (given at booking as confirmation). Bookings will not be confirmed without a valid credit card/expiry date. **SEE CANCELLATION POLICY FOR SPECIAL DATES.
Cancellation Policy
Through the Internet Site where your reservation was made, cancellation within 30 days results in a 25% cancellation fee.**Reservations made 24DEC-26DEC and 30DEC-02JAN require depsit at least 60 days prior to arrival.
Restaurant Information
On Site Restaurants
* Matakauri Lodge / Open 0700 - 2100 / Various food types / casual dress code / breakfast and dinner daily with room service and snacks on request only.
Attractions Located Nearby
* 12 mile Delta * Coronet Peak - 20 miles SE * Glenorchy - 22 miles N * Lake Hayes - 8 miles SE * Queenstown Events Centre - 10 miles SW * Remarkables - 30 miles SW * Shotover Jet - 8 miles S
Cities Located Nearby
* Arrowtown - 17 miles S * Queenstown - 6 miles S * Wanaka
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