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title: "Matakauri Lodge, Queenstown: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Matakauri Lodge in Queenstown: rated 9.7 by guests, 5-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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Resort · ★★★★★
# Matakauri Lodge

Closeburn, Queenstown, New Zealand

9.7 ·  Exceptional 6 reviews ·  #42 #42 of 119 in Queenstown ·  4.7/5 on Google, 113 reviews ·  1.0 Location score
## About Matakauri Lodge

Matakauri Lodge is a resort in Closeburn, Queenstown, New Zealand. It holds a 5-star rating. Guests rate it 9.7 out of 10 across 6 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, spa, bar, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 7.2 km from the centre of Queenstown. The nearest airport, Queenstown Airport (ZQN), is 13 km away.

- **Type:** Resort

- **Star rating:** ★★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 14:00

- **Check-out until:** 11:00

- **Rooms:** 16

- **Smoking:** Smoke-free property

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 0

569 Glenorchy Road

## How Matakauri Lodge scores

Better rated than 64% of hotels in Queenstown

-   Guest rating **9.7**
-   Location **1.0**
-   Facilities **7.5**
-   Families **1.0**
-   Spa & wellness **8.0**
-   Beach access **0.1**

Queenstown average

## Rating on Google

4.7/5

113 Google reviews

-   5★85%
-   4★11%
-   3★0%
-   2★0%
-   1★4%

From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.

## Amenities

Swimming poolSpaBarFree parkingFree Wi-Fi

### Pool & wellness

-   Swimming pool
-   Spa
-   Sauna
-   Hot tub
-   Massage

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast
-   Bar
-   Room service

### Leisure

-   Terrace

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Concierge
-   Laundry
-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Balcony
-   Minibar
-   In-room safe
-   Coffee or tea maker

### Policies

-   Smoke-free

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **1.0**/10

- **Walk grade:** **0**/100 Car recommended

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **0**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **0**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""></span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">3.0 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">7 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Queenstown Airport (ZQN)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">13 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">30 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Queenstown</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">7.2 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">16 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

## Matakauri Lodge: in detail

Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. Prior to your check-in date, you can arrange airport transportation services, guaranteeing a seamless and efficient experience for both arrival and departure. The resort offers complimentary parking for guests who arrive with their own mode of transport. Effortlessly plan your daily activities and travel requirements with concierge service, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes provided by the front desk services. Securing passes to the city's top attractions is simple with the resort's ticket service and tours. During your stay at this fantastic resort, experience comfort and warmth from the delightful on-site fireplace on those chilly days and nights. For extended visits or whenever required, the dry cleaning service and laundry service ensures your preferred travel garments remain clean and accessible. During leisurely days and evenings, in-room amenities such as room service and daily housekeeping enable you to maximize your stay in the room. The resort is completely smoke-free. In limited designated zones, smoking is exclusively permitted. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For a more enjoyable stay, select rooms at resort are equipped with linen service and air conditioning. At Matakauri Lodge, guests can choose from a variety of room configurations, some of which feature separate living room and balcony or terrace. For certain chosen rooms, guests can enjoy in-room amusement like daily newspaper, television and cable TV as a part of their stay. Rest assured that your hydration needs will be met, as some guestrooms are equipped with a refrigerator, bottled water, a coffee or tea maker, instant coffee, instant tea and mini bar. Maintain your cleanliness and comfort using a hair dryer, toiletries and bathrobes available in select guest restrooms. Each morning at Matakauri Lodge, a scrumptious, homemade breakfast kick-starts the day. During your visit, indulge in a range of delightful culinary choices at resort to enhance your experience. Experience a fantastic evening effortlessly! Relish an entertaining night without venturing beyond the confines of the bar. Indulge in the numerous pursuits available at Matakauri Lodge. Treat and spoil yourself by stopping at massage, hot tub, spa and sauna for a memorable experience. Begin your holiday perfectly by taking a plunge into the swimming pool. Eliminate those holiday calories by stopping by resort and making use of their well-equipped exercise amenities.

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## Questions about Matakauri Lodge

### How do guests rate Matakauri Lodge?

Matakauri Lodge has a guest rating of 9.7 out of 10 from 6 reviews, which is better than 64% of rated hotels in Queenstown.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Matakauri Lodge?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 11:00.

### Does Matakauri Lodge include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### Does Matakauri Lodge have a pool?

Yes, Matakauri Lodge has a swimming pool.

### Is there parking at Matakauri Lodge?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is Matakauri Lodge from the airport?

The nearest airport, Queenstown Airport (ZQN), is 13 km away in a straight line.

### Is Matakauri Lodge close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 3.0 km from the hotel.

### How many rooms does Matakauri Lodge have?

Matakauri Lodge has 16 rooms.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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