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Matuka Luxury Lodge

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Luxury
5.0 star property
10

Exceptional

Lakeside serenity in New Zealand

Nestled amid mountain vistas and a duck pond, Matuka Lodge provides a peaceful countryside retreat with stargazing areas. Cyclists enjoy the nearby Alps to Ocean trail before returning to the honor bar. Mornings feature cooked-to-order breakfasts, while evenings showcase New Zealand's natural charm.

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe King Room with Spa Bath Benmore

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe King Room with Spa Bath Benmore

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Water view
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe King Room with Spa Bath Ohau

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, two armchairs, a small table with a vase, and a desk with a TV.

Deluxe King Room with Spa Bath Ohau

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Water view
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for King Room Bendhu

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

King Room Bendhu

  • Water view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

King Room Ostler

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Water view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Bendhu King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Ostler King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Benmore Deluxe King Room

Miscellaneous

Benmore Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Ohau Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi
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About the neighborhood

Located in Ben Ohau, Matuka Luxury Lodge is in a rural area and in the mountains. While the natural beauty of Lake Pukaki and Lake Ohau can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Tekapo Springs. Don't miss out on a visit to Hot Tubs Omarama. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing nearby. Visit our Ben Ohau travel guide
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Map
395 Glen Lyon Rd, Ben Ohau, 7999

What's nearby

  • Lake Ruataniwha
    Lake Ruataniwha
    5 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Lake Ohau
    Lake Ohau
    25 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Mueller Ridge
    3 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Twizel Town Centre
    4 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Lake Pukaki Information Center
    12 min drive - 19.2 km

Getting around

  • Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse)
    114 min drive

Restaurants

  • Poppies Cafe
    5 min drive
  • The Vier Project
    5 min drive
  • Mint Folk
    5 min drive
  • Jasmine Thai
    4 min drive
  • Ministry of Works
    5 min drive

About this property

Matuka Luxury Lodge

Luxury 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 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
  • Smoke-free premises, coffee/tea in the lobby, and bicycle tour information
  • Books, a bicycle shuttle, and helicopter/airplane tours
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Other amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets, Tempur-Pedic beds, and down comforters
  • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 32-inch TVs with premium channels

Awards and affiliations

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

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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 transportation

  • 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/airplane 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 center (1,076 square feet of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

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 smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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.

Frequently asked questions

Is Matuka Luxury Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

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?

Check-out 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.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Matuka Luxury Lodge Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 103 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 103 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 103 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 103 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 103 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely Lovely Family Run Boutique Hotel The family are lovely and could not be more helpful! Jo,Pete and Sally made us feel so welcome from greeting us on our arrival to organising a lovely breakfast! The location has stunning views over the surrounding countryside with the mountains framing the picture ! Beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying at Matuka - breakfast was wonderful, the ground were beautiful, location was convenient, and the room was so clean and comfortable. The weather was quite rainy while we stayed there and it was so nice to have a comfortable place to relax and still enjoy a nice view. Would absolutely come back and recommend to anyone staying in Twizel!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith

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

10/10 Excellent

Claire Margaret

Liked: Amenities
We had such a lovely, relaxing time at Matuka Lodge. Luxury accommodation with a family vibe, so friendly and welcoming. Everything was wonderful, highly recommend this gem!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ofer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely place, the rooms are beautiful and well maintained, our room was on the banks of a small lake with a great view, Mel, the landlady, is nice and makes every effort to make you feel good.Very recommended!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Guy was a wonderful host, made a great fruitcake. The honor bar was nice after a day of riding bicycle. A convenient location to the Alps to Ocean cycle trail with very clean accommodations and a great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay and our host, Guy was top notch. Breakfast was made to order and delicious. It deserves a five star rating across the board. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

hyunji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
So lovely, neat, tidy place with wonderful scenery from bedside and warm hospitality from Mel. It was heavenly place, can see so many stars with bare eyes and ducks are swimming in pond while having breakfast prepared lovingly by Mel. Must visit this place when visit Twizle.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Khushaal

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rose

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kim Wah

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was terrific and the staff absolutely wonderful best I’ve to since arriving inNZ
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely lodge in a gorgeous setting
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane

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

10/10 Excellent

Kraig

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Garren

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ein perfekter Ort zum entspannen. Leider waren wir nur eine Nacht dort. Wäre gerne mindestens noch eine weitere Nacht geblieben. Mel ist super lieb, man fühlt sich sofort wie zu Hause.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Masayo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
バスタブのあるのが、ありがたかった。 Ｂ&Ｂなので、車で10分程の村へ行って.夕食を取れるようなレストランが2つしかないというのは、
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JINWOOK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

조용하고 완벽한 경험

신혼여행으로 방문했습니다. 시설,서비스 모두 완벽했고 특히 특유의 감성과 호스트의 응대가 탁월했습니다. 뉴질랜드 시골, 자연의 조용한 정취를 느끼고 싶은 분들 강력추천드립니다.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hassan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing hospitality

Unmatched experience. Most wonderful hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019