Matuka Lodge, luxury New Zealand accommodation, near Mt Cook Matuka Lodge, Mount Cook, New Zealand
Matuka Lodge, at Twizel, gateway to Mt Cook

New Zealand luxury accommodation near Mt Cook

Qualmark 5 Star Guest and Hosted, among the best available in New Zealand

   Five star luxury 
   Stunning scenery 
   Tranquility 


Matuka Lodge is a very special place waiting for you at 
Twizel (gateway to Mt Cook National Park)

Our incomparable location, casually elegant atmosphere and personalised service ensure an exceptional experience 

  • The only five star accommodation in the Mt Cook Area
  • Spectacular views of the Southern Alps from every room
  • Ideal for a stopover between Christchurch and Queenstown
  • A tranquility rarely found in today’s hectic world

While staying with us, allow yourself time to experience one of the classic drives in New Zealand, around the shoreline of Lake Pukaki, to Mt Cook Village.  From here you can explore the wonders of World Heritage listed Aoraki/Mt Cook National Park, and visit the enthralling Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre to learn about his life and his work in Nepal, view footage of the Everest ascent and watch a thrilling 3D film of Mt Cook.

Experience the once-in-a lifetime thrill of a flight around the highest mountain in Australasia and take the time for some 
fly fishing for trout in our renowned rivers and lakes. 

With so much to do we suggest at least a two night stay.  Look at our rates and you'll see we give a discount for second and subsequent nights.  We don't want you to miss the experiences that are unique to this beautiful corner of New Zealand.

At the end of the day, imagine yourself sitting on the deck sharing a convivial drink with your hosts and other guests, while
watching the trout send ripples across the mirror surface of the pond, as the setting sun illuminates the mountains.  

Click on the "availability" button below to check the dates you want and choose your room. Experience a luxury bed and breakfast, New Zealand style.

Don't miss the chance to discover the magic of
Matuka Lodge, a member of Smalll Elegant Hotels.

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Early morning view from your bedroom across the trout pond to the Ben Ohau Range

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Matuka Lodge
Qualmark Five Star
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Matuka Lodge, P.O. Box 63 : Old Station Road, Twizel, New Zealand
P : +64 3 435 0144 F : +64 3 4350149 E : info@matukalodge.co.nz