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Matuka Luxury Lodge

5.0 star property
Adults-only lodge with free breakfast and a bar

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Front of property
32-inch TV with premium channels, books
Front of property
32-inch TV with premium channels, books
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Matuka Luxury Lodge on Lake Pukaki offers a tranquil escape with full breakfast and a 9-hole golf course. Relax on the sunny terrace, explore garden grounds, and enjoy high-speed WiFi. The property also features a library and coworking spaces for balancing work and leisure.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 12 - Sep 13
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Tomorrow

Sep 13 - Sep 14
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Deluxe King Room with Spa Bath Ohau | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe King Room with Spa Bath Ohau

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Tempur-Pedic bed
  • 48 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe King Room with Spa Bath Benmore

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)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Tempur-Pedic bed
  • 48 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for King Room Bendhu

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

King Room Bendhu

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Tempur-Pedic bed
  • 42 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Room Ostler | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

King Room Ostler

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Pillow menu
Tempur-Pedic bed
  • 42 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Bendhu King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Ohau Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Ostler King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Miscellaneous

Benmore Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Map
395 Glen Lyon Rd, Ben Ohau, 7999

What's nearby

  • Mueller Ridge - 5 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Twizel Town Centre - 5 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Lake Ruataniwha - 11 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Lake Pukaki - 14 min drive - 12.0 miles
  • Lake Ohau - 25 min drive - 14.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Jasmine Thai - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mt Cook Alpine Salmon - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Fishtail Authentic Indian Cuisine - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mint Folk - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ministry of Works - ‬5 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 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
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, bicycle tour information, and coworking spaces
  • Smoke-free premises, a bicycle shuttle, and tour/ticket assistance
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.

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

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.

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?

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.

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