Matuka Lodge
An exceptional experience awaits those fortunate enough to discover the magic that is Matuka Lodge.
We are the only five star accommodation in the Mt Cook area, in a tranquil rural setting with spectacular views. We have decorated the lodge with contemporary and antique furniture, original artworks and unique artefacts that we've collected during our extensive overseas travels. Matuka Lodge has a casually elegant yet intimate atmosphere.
Every room in the Lodge overlooks our stream fed trout pond and the grandeur of the Southern Alps. You can relax in the sunroom or on the deck and watch the trout lazily swimming by, or rising to pluck an insect off the surface of the water. If you want to catch up on the news from home there's a TV den and library and a guest kitchen where you can make yourself a cup of tea or coffee whenever you like. We have broadband and wireless Internet, so you can keep in touch with family.
We get together between 6 and 7 for a drink and then you can enjoy a meal at one of the great restaurants in Twizel, just 3 km from us.
Spectacular mountain views, personalised service and our tranquil rural setting guarantee your stay will be unforgettable.
While at Matuka Lodge visit World Heritage Listed Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park
We are just 60km from Mt Cook village and the wonders of Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park. The drive to the village, beside Lake Pukaki, is one of New Zealand's classic drives and takes approx. 40 minutes. Once at the village you can
- Take a once-in-a-lifetime scenic flight in ski plane or helicopter through the magnificent alpine scenery
- Explore the interesting and entertaining Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre
- Hike one of the trails originating near the village
Bedrooms
We have one Deluxe King room and one King room. Both can be made up as twins.
The ensuite in the Deluxe room has a double spa bath and separate shower, in the King room shower only. Ensuites have underfloor heating, heated towel rail, mirror demister, bathrobes and luxurious personal products.
Each bedroom has a private verandah and spectacular view across the trout pond to the Southern Alps. The rooms have a large walk-in wardrobe, generous luggage storage area, security safe, and a built-in ironing centre.
Ohau - Superking room. $535
This deluxe room is decorated in deep shades of blue. There is a superking bed, that can be divided into twin beds if you prefer.
The ensuite bathroom has a double spa bath with a spectcular mountain view and there is also a large separate shower.
Ostler - King room. $465
A little smaller than the Droom, but with the same spectacular view. This room is decorated is sunny yellow. There is a king bed and shower only in the ensuite
Your Hosts Rosalie and Russell ....moved to Twizel from Australia in 2003, having fallen in love with the Mackenzie Country near Mt Cook, for the spectacular scenery, tranquil rural setting and the excellent fly fishing which is Russell's passion. They designed and built the Lodge along environmental guidelines. In their previous lives Rosalie was a travel consultant and Russell, from South Africa, was a safari guide,builder and National Parks ranger. They share a love of travel,food & wine, and entertaining guests.
Phone +64 3 4350144 Fax +64 3 4350149 Click to email Website Click to visit Address 395 Glen Lyon Road
