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Matuka Luxury Lodge

5.0 star property
Escape to nature’s paradise where you can tee off at dawn and unwind by dusk. Discover your haven in an eco-certified oasis.

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32-inch TV with premium TV channels, books
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, Tempur-Pedic beds
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, Tempur-Pedic beds

Deluxe King Room with Spa Bath Ohau

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • 48 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, Tempur-Pedic beds

Deluxe King Room with Spa Bath Benmore

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • 48 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, Tempur-Pedic beds

King Room Bendhu

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • 42 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, Tempur-Pedic beds

King Room Ostler

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • 42 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Bendhu King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Ohau Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Ostler King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Benmore Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
395 Glen Lyon Rd, Ben Ohau, 7999

What's nearby

  • Twizel Town Centre - 4 min drive
  • Mueller Ridge - 4 min drive
  • Lake Ruataniwha - 7 min drive
  • Lake Pukaki - 10 min drive
  • Lake Ohau - 39 min drive

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jasmine Thai - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mt Cook Alpine Salmon - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mint Folk - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bumbles Bacon Butties - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Musterer's Hut Cafe - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Matuka Luxury Lodge

Luxury eco-certified lodge near Lake Pukaki
Consider a stay at Matuka Luxury Lodge and take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and guests can find other amenities, such as a library and laundry facilities.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A front desk safe, helicopter/aeroplane tours and a TV in reception
  • Secured bike storage, tour/ticket information and coffee/tea in reception
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts, such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and dressing gowns.
Extra amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets, Tempur-Pedic beds and down duvets
  • Designer toiletries and hairdryers
  • 32-inch TVs with premium channels

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Bicycle shuttle
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference centre (1,076 square foot of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Matuka Luxury Lodge Ben Ohau
Matuka Lodge Twizel
Matuka Twizel
Matuka Luxury Lodge Twizel
Matuka Luxury Lodge
Matuka Luxury Twizel
Matuka Luxury
Matuka Luxury Ben Ohau
Matuka Luxury Lodge Lodge
Matuka Luxury Lodge Ben Ohau
Matuka Luxury Lodge Lodge Ben Ohau

Frequently asked questions

Is Matuka Luxury Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Matuka Luxury Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Matuka Luxury Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Matuka Luxury Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Matuka Luxury Lodge located?

Situated in the mountains, this luxury lodge is 8.6 mi (13.9 km) from Lake Pukaki, and within 25 mi (40 km) of Lake Ohau and Hot Tubs Omarama.

Matuka Luxury Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 96 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 96 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 96 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 96 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Khushaal

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great foundation for the nearby Mount Cook area as well as adjacent to the Pelennor Fields battle scene from LOTR The Return of the King. Delicious breakfast, easy parking, very clean, lovely area and spacious extremely comfortable rooms. Six stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with partner
Outstanding stay. Mel made us feel like we were in our home away from home! Fantastic accommodations…
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trinh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Little Slice of Heaven
This place was an absolute gem, as were the hosts. I felt like I'd come home. The property is stunning with mountain views and a duck pond. The room was lovely. The common area was cozy and a wonderful place to unwind. I only wish I stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARIO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Una casa de campo sumamente acogedora
Una casa de campo sumamente acogedora. La propietaria, Mel, es muy hospitalaria. Habitaciones confortables con vista a un hermoso lago natural. Buen desayuno preparado según la preferencia personal del cliente
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So quaint and secluded. A mini oasis. Mel was amazing. Hostess with the most-est. She suggested we do an early breakfast to get to Hooker Valley Trail early and she was so right for that! Rooms were immaculate. Refreshments and breakfast were immaculate. I wish we stayed more than 1 night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Kim Wah

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Not recommended for couple as lacks privacy nor families as too small! Only one long dining table for 10 and wonder how it qualifies as a lodge! Only 5 rooms and breakfast from 8 am to 9 am!!! No fridge nor even kettle plus! Checkout is at 10 am and a loud knock on the door to confirm; hardly hospitable act let alone service. Over priced at NZ$500 per nite! Expedia needs to update.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing lodge and lovely hosts. Highly recommend staying here. We stayed for 3 nights and the proximity to Mt Cook area was excellent (about 45 mins). The lodge was peaceful and included a lovely breakfast. Plenty of space to relax in the large lounge room in the lodge. There are a number of local places to eat dinner at (a short drive away).
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kraig, Redondo Beach

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one night but would have liked to stay longer. A very beautiful property, very spacious and wonderful hosts. The view of the stars at night in a specially prepared area was fantastic. the cooked breakfast in the morning was delicious. Also wine and beverages available at any time.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Extraordinary service and good accommodation
Great accommodation close to Twizel. Excellent breakfast - all home made. Rooms were spacious and bed extremely comfortable. Bathroom furniture could do with a refurb. The outstanding feature were the positive energies of the hosts (Libby and Geoff). Libby was so caring for all her guests and ensuring that they were maximising their experience of the area - nothing was too much trouble for her to try and organise or to suggest.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had the best time. Libby and Geoff are amazing hosts. Thank you both so much.

8/10 Good

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Garren

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful surprise!!! This place was awesome. The staff, the bed, the views, couldn’t have been better. The hospitality was the BEST, we felt so welcomed!!! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay!! Great hosts, location, accommodation, breakfasts and amenities. Could have stayed longer! I would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hassan N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing hospitality
Unmatched experience. Most wonderful hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was simply a amazing experience. Something we will me er forget. We loved our host
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
NZ South Island Tour
We enjoyed a wonderful time with Pete and Jo. They were exceptional hosts and the lodge is luxurious. The nearby fishing was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic setting and amazing hospitality from Jo and Peter
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful hotel!
Amazing place wonderful hosts made us feel at home!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jo and Peter, by their fantastic, hospitality, made part of their family. They guided us to all the great activities and dining in the neighborhood, but still made our stay quiet and relaxing. Our only regret was that we did not plan to stay much, much longer. There was so much more we could have done and we do hope to return to do so. Do not shut the curtains in your room. The remoteness of the Matuka lends great privacy while allowing great views into nature. On dark nights, whilst well blanketed on a chaise in the garden, enjoy the Southern Cross and Milky Way without the tour crowds. The Matuka is world class luxury in a very quiet, refined, relaxing way>
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet location and convenient to Lake Tekapo and Mt Cook/St Johns. Great hosts and great suite rooms, with luxe amenities (sheets, toiletries, etc). Really nice small touches and attention to detail with personalized service.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019