Matakauri Lodge is an alpine lakeside retreat nestled in one of the world's most serenely beautiful landscapes.
Spectacularly situated on Lake Wakatipu and only seven minutes from Queenstown.
The Main Lodge offers accommodation in twelve luxurious guest rooms and suites, with eight outlying cottages and four suites within the lodge.
Each suite offers a private porch, bedroom with sitting area and open fireplace, walk-in wardrobes and a bathroom.
All nestled in native forest overlooking the lake and the mountain panorama.
Offering guests spacious lounges, dining and living areas,
all with lake views and a range of indoor and outdoor dining options; including superb private dining.
Facilities include a full service luxury spa, infinity pool, a fully equipped fitness centre and an elegant meeting and business centre.
The Owner's Cottage features four suites in a freestanding residence, private jacuzzi, lounge, kitchen and grand courtyard; ideal for families, couples or friends traveling together and special celebrations.
The Lodge and adjoining suites, originally constructed in 2000 with a contemporary New Zealand design, reopened in August 2010 after undergoing extensive refurbishment by acclaimed New Zealand Interior Designer, Virginia Fisher.
At the end of another superb day exploring this world-renowned region, come home to your Matakauri Lodge accommodation; one of twelve luxurious suites; four suites are classically located within the main lodge, with the remaining suites nestled
in a native forest overlooking Lake Wakatipu and the mountain panorama and were styled by acclaimed interior designer Virginia Fisher.
Superbly situated along the lakefront and just a short walk from the main lodge, these spacious suites offer their own
private balconies overlooking Lake Wakatipu.
Located on the upper level of the main lodge, the lodge room
offers an interconnecting option with a Deluxe Suite.
The largest suites have commanding views of Lake Wakatipu and the glorious snow-capped mountains.
The Main Lodge Suite offers the convenience of proximity to lodge facilities.
As a Relais & Chateaux property, Matakauri Lodge offers a unique dining experience in a luxurious setting.
Head Chef Jonathan Roger’s modern New Zealand cuisine is focused on showcasing local seasonal produce with clean, fresh flavors in an a la carte menu that changes daily.
Choose from a variety of dining spaces, including the Library, Dining Room, Remarkables Patio, Courtyard and Lounge, private dining can be arranged upon request.
Breakfast is served from 7.00h to 10.30h in the dining room and features a buffet of local and imported fruits, homemade pastries, cereals and yoghurts.
Additionally an A la Carte selection of cooked items is available on request.
07.00h - 10.30h
Pre-dinner drinks - commence at 18:00h and are an excellent time to meet fellow guests.
Hot and cold canapes and a wide range of wines, beer and spirits are served nightly in the lounge.
Dinner - is served from 18.00h to 21.00h.
The dinner menu changes nightly and features the finest
New Zealand produce.
Wine and bottled water served with dinner are not included in the daily tariff.
Private Dining - if you prefer to dine privately, there are a variety of areas of the lodge that provide this unique experience.
18.00h - 21.00h
There are a variety of sandwiches, salads and desserts to choose from.
Lunch is served from 12.00h to 15.00h.
12.00h - 15.00h
Picnics - the hotel's team offers a choice of picnic lunches from an activity pack,
simple boxed lunch or a delicious picnic hamper.
towering Cecil Peak, the spa offers a private experience in an unrivalled natural environment.
The hotel's team offers a selection of holistic treatments including massages, facials, hand and foot treatments along with body care.
The Spa team are committed to personalising your treatment to meet your specific needs and can guide you in choosing a spa experience to suit your individual requirements.
Matakauri Spa has two treatments rooms, each with a shower, changing room and private deck surrounded by gorgeous native flora.
For a complete wellness experience finish off your spa treatment with relaxation time in the adjacent sauna, hot tub or heated swimming pool.
The facial treatments renews and revitalises the skin of your face, neck and decollete.
Your hands are exfoliated and cocooned in hot towels. Nail and cuticle work is followed by a hand and forearm massage, complete your treatment with an application of nail polish or left natural, lightly buffed.
Your treatment begins with a full consultation as each massage the hotel's team offers is customised to meet the specific needs of each guest.
Your treatment will commence with a volcanic dust full body scrub eliminating dry skin and tiredness. Enjoy a steamy shower before a full body massage working especially on your areas of concern and others.
This deep pore cleansing facial removes impurities, soothes razor irritation and reduces roughness.
Established in 1948, the exhibits present an authentic picture of early Maori in the Southern Lakes District, and of the harsh pioneering days of the European settlers and the exciting gold rush era of the mid/late 1800s.
Bob's Cove (Te Punatapu, the sacred waters) offers a stunning lakeshore walk, historic sites, swimming beaches and fishing.
Choose from the original 43m bungy jump bridge or brave the odds and jump from the phenomenal Nevis platform suspended 134m above the canyon floor.
Enjoy a stately cruise across Lake Wakatipu on the 100 year old steamer TSS Earnslaw to the Walter Peak Station.
Ziptrek Ecotours is a spectacular and exhilarating flying fox eco-adventure through the forest canopy high above Queenstown, on Skyline Gondola hill.
Do a little gold panning or head up to the remote settlement that housed the canyons miners and have a wander through the wonderfully preserved buildings.
The area surrounding Queenstown boasts some of the finest fishing in the world, unlike anything you’ve ever seen before.
Spend a beautiful afternoon walking on the shores of Lake Wakatipu and the Paradise estuary with a professional photographer as your guide.
Soar gracefully over the spectacular scenery of the Arrow Basin, Remarkables and distant view of Lake Wakatipu.
With archery, clay bird shooting, driving range and target shooting all in covered pavilions, it is a fantastic wet weather afternoon for the family.
After a scenic helicopter ride over Lake Wakatipu and The Remarkables, couples will land on a flat rock plateau (allowing brides to still wear high heels!), known as “The Ledge”.
See the real New Zealand the natural way by riding horseback through some of the south islands most spectacular scenery including riding through glacier fed rivers with stunning mountain backdrops.
Jack’s Point offers a practice facility with a putting green and driving range. Use of the practice facility is complimentary with a paid round of golf.
Indulge your artistic side and enjoy this unique opportunity then stop at a few top local wineries before enjoying lunch and heading back to the lodge.
Take an exhilarating Tandem Paragliding flight from the top of the Skyline Gondola. An adrenalized flying trip or a relaxed sightseeing tour – it’s your choice.
Stuart Landsborough’s Puzzling World is a unique attraction specializing in puzzling eccentricity. For over 35 years this remarkable business has entertained and amazed visitors of all ages.
Enjoy the thrill of the machine and a sense of discovery as you venture through some of New Zealand’s most stunning scenery.
This easy stroll allows you to wonder the beautiful gardens in the heart of the city centre. Stop and let your nose smell the soft perfumes of the various flowers including a numerous number of different color roses.
With a choice of white water rafting on either the Shotover or Kawarau Rivers, the experience is suitable for all levels of rafters. There’s also an opportunity to catch your breath, enjoy the scenery...
From Glenorchy, this day walk takes you through beautiful mature red beech forest, crosses Sugarloaf Stream and then begins a gradual climb past a spectacular gorge.
View alpine lakes, rivers, forests, glacial valleys and ice capped mountains. Fly over the fiord, land on a remote west coast beach and an age old glacier.
The hotel's team offers your very own ski concierge who can deliver and custom fit the very latest in ski and snowboard gear, all in the comfort of the Lodge.
With a starting point 160m high, 70m freefall and speeds of up to 200km/hr in a 300m arc this thrill ride is guaranteed to make you forget everything else.
Matakauri Lodge guests have preferential access to the PGA rated golf course owned by Sir Michael Hill. The Hills is set over 250 acres of former deer farm land close to Arrowtown, Central Otago.
By hosting your wedding at Matakauri Lodge, it will not only be the most memorable day of your life, but a moment equally treasured by your family and guests.
The Queenstown region presents a wide range of fun activities for children and families.
The hotel's team welcomes families at Matakauri and can easily arrange an experienced babysitter/nanny to accompany your children to one of the many activities available.
The staff are well-equipped to ensure that your children's stay at the boutique lodge is as enjoyable as your own.
Special children's menus, babysitting services, cots and much more are available.
MATAKAURI LODGE
Farrycroft Row569 Glenorchy RoadQueenstownNew Zealand