Witness the staggering beauty of the Southern Alps, Lake Pukaki and the Twizel area.
Explore the wonders of the World Heritage listed Mt Cook National Park. But you know what? Nothing beats just sitting back and taking in the view of the Southern Alps from your north-facing deck. Whatever your taste in activities, one thing we can guarantee: you won’t want to leave.
OUR ROOMS
Luxury Lodge Accommodation
Spend a night or two of luxury with us at Matuka Lodge; witness the staggering beauty of the Southern Alps, Lake Pukaki and the Twizel area.
OUR SURROUNDINGS
Beautiful Location
Matuka Lodge Lake Pukaki accommodation is set in secluded surroundings only 3.5 kilometres from the lifestyle town of Twizel, gateway to Mount Cook National Park. Conveniently placed on the Alps to Ocean Cycle Trail route and by road almost exactly half way between Christchurch and Queenstown.
About Us
We are a 5 star rated accommodation in the Mackenzie Basin, on arrival you will be greeted by owners and hosts, Peter and Jo Johnstone.
The meaning of the name “Matuka Lodge” comes from the large and elegant Bittern a wading bird once common in the area, also known as the Matuku by the Maori. The feathers were used to create the fishing fly called Matuka.
Packages
Dining
With the lifestyle town of Twizel only a few minutes away you have many varied options for your evening dining experience.
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Activities
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
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About Us
With spectacular views of the Southern Alps from every room, enjoy the serenity with magical pond and mountain views extending from your bedroom window.
Learn More"We have just spent a night at Matuka Lodge, on the edge of Twizel, during our A2O cycle trip. We can highly recommend you visit this place, hosts Peter and Jo are the epitome of hospitable and enjoy a good laugh too! You have the main lodge at your disposal with very reasonably priced drinks, nibbles and a beautiful breakfast. (Food allergies addressed). The rooms have their own bathrooms, sumptuous robes and beautiful beds with excellent linen (love that!). Jo very kindly washed our cycling gear too - over and above expectations. The property has a pond with ducks and trout, and is set in a pretty garden. Do not be put off that it is just out of Twizel - Jo made us a dinner reservation in town, Peter dropped us off and picked us up! All amenities are on hand - from spa baths and hair driers, any TV/satellite channel you could wish for/am excellent range of drinks/local, sensible knowledge. We will be back!" Read less Date of stay: February 2022 Room Tip: All of the rooms are great and Jo takes care to arrange which rooms couples travelling together...PIP C Tripadvisor Feb 22
