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Matuka Lodge

395 Glen Lyon Road, Twizel 7944, New Zealand
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Matuka Lodge
Ranked #3 of 5 Twizel B&B and Inns
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Tokyo
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70 hotel reviews
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41 helpful votes 41 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2012

Stayed only for one night. Pros: - Lovely hosts, friendly, attentive and keen to provide an impeccable service - Great breakfast - Immaculate clean lodge, makes you feel at home - Free internet Contras: Unrelated to the Matuka Lodge itself, but as other mentioned, Twizel is not properly a worth town to visit, or at least I would not recommend... More

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Uttoxeter
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 February 2012

My review is somewhat different from the others as i booked based upon the picture on their web site which is impressive but upon arrival your hit with a scale of things as the building just doesn't meet with what their web picture puts into your mind . ( Well done to the web designer ) The two rooms are... More

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Cardiff, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2012

My wife and I stayed at Matuka Lodge for two nights; there is only one word that describes the whole experience ''FANTASTIC''. The quality of the rooms and facilities is on par with any London 5 star hotel room but peaceful!! Our hosts Rosaline and Russel were so welcoming and nothing was too much trouble. The food was lovely and... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2011

We really liked it here but were left with a little niggle that we paid for more than we got compared to other places we stayed. The lodge is stunning - I'd love to live in it as my home, with the pond out front and endless views up towards the mountains. It's located a few kilometres from Twizel so... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2011

Certainly one of the most beautiful hotels we stayed in during our holiday in New Zealand. Arriving in Twizel you wonder where the directions are taking you. The middle of nowhere would be a good description I guess, but then you arrive at the Matuka Lodge. What a beautiful spot to relax and enjoy nature. The room is luxurious, clean... More

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Newcastle Upon Tyne
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2011

My favourite place to stay in South Island, Matuka Lodge is a beautifully designed modern building with an elegant interior, and delightful, attentive hosts. Guests are thoroughly spoiled – every possible requirement is provided and it is very hard to leave and move on! There are fabulous views of a gorgeous plant fringed pool, stocked with entertaining fish, and beyond,... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2011

Twizel is only on the road of...the glacier, between queenstown and christchurch,....Not really other interest to stay there except the nature and..the matuka lodge. Superb accomodation , tastefuly decorated, in the middle of an ocean of tranquility. The place to be to stay in confort in the middle of the poweful nature and not far of your feelings of wellbeing.... More

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Winchester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2011

Set in the spectacular countryside around Twizel with views to the Mount Cook range Matuka lodge offers extremely well appointed accommodation in private suites all with views over a small trout pond. Russell and Rosalie make you feel at home and provide wonderful breakfasts and evening drinks when you can meet other guests and share your days experiences. For the... More

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Bangalore
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2011

We stayed here for 1 night on our journey to Queenstown from Mount Cook. Good rooms and great views...and a man made lake outside the room although i couldnt spot any fishes in it :(.

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Lancaster, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 January 2011

We spent 3 weeks in November 2010 touring the North and South Islands and we can wholeheartedly recommend Matuka Lodge. The 3 nights we spent here were the most expensive of our trip but were well worth it. When booking we chose Matuka Lodge as we wanted somewhere to relax after a hectic 2 week tour and looked forward to... More

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Additional Information about Matuka Lodge

Address: 395 Glen Lyon Road, Twizel 7944, New Zealand
Region: New Zealand > South Island > Canterbury Region > Mackenzie District > Twizel
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking
Hotel Style:
Ranked #3 of 5 B&Bs / Inns in Twizel
Price range (per night): RM1,042 - 1,312
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Discover the magic of Matuka Lodge, situated in a tranquil rural setting, 3km from Twizel, gateway to Mt Cook National Park, halfway between Christchurch and Queenstown. Choose from one of our four luxurious king rooms, each with a stunning mountain view, and enjoy 5 star comfort in a casually elegant atmosphere. An exceptional experience awaits you at Matuka Lodge. ... more   less 

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