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Matuka Luxury Lodge

5.0 star property
Luxurious 5-star lodge with private balconies

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Deluxe King Room with Spa Bath Ohau
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32-inch TV with premium channels, books
32-inch TV with premium channels, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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395 Glen Lyon Rd, Ben Ohau, 7999
  • Place, Mueller Ridge
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Twizel Town Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Ruataniwha
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe King Room with Spa Bath Benmore

Deluxe King Room with Spa Bath Benmore

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Water view
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe King Room with Spa Bath Ohau

Deluxe King Room with Spa Bath Ohau

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Water view
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

King Room Bendhu

  • Water view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Room Ostler

King Room Ostler

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Water view
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Bendhu King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Ostler King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Miscellaneous

Benmore Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Ohau Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the area

Ben Ohau

In Ben Ohau .Stay at this Ben Ohau lodge and you'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Lake Pukaki and 16 miles (25 km) of Lake Ohau. Hot Tubs Omarama and Tekapo Springs are also in the region.
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What's nearby

  • Mueller Ridge - 3 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Twizel Town Centre - 4 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Lake Ruataniwha - 5 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Lake Pukaki Information Center - 12 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Lake Ohau - 25 min drive - 22.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Vier Project - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Poppies Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mint Folk - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Jasmine Thai - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fishtail Authentic Indian Cuisine - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Matuka Luxury Lodge

Luxurious 5-star lodge with private balconies
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this lodge measures 1076 square feet (100 square meters) and includes a conference center. A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Matuka Luxury Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This 5-star Ben Ohau lodge is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 1076 sq ft of conference space
  • 100 sq m of conference space
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Conference center
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Matuka Luxury Lodge offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and bathrobes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Tempur-Pedic beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. This Ben Ohau lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Bathrooms include slippers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

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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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium channels

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 18 years old aren't allowed.

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

How close is Matuka Luxury Lodge to the airport?

Matuka Luxury Lodge is 98.4 mi (114-min drive) away from the Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Matuka Luxury Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Matuka Luxury Lodge.

Does Matuka Luxury Lodge offer free breakfast?

Matuka Luxury Lodge offers free full breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Matuka Luxury Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Matuka Luxury Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Matuka Luxury Lodge?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Matuka Luxury Lodge have a pool?

Matuka Luxury Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Matuka Luxury Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Matuka Luxury Lodge to downtown Ben Ohau?

Matuka Luxury Lodge is 7.5 mi away from Ben Ohau.

Matuka Luxury Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely lodge in a gorgeous setting
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay and our host, Guy was top notch. Breakfast was made to order and delicious. It deserves a five star rating across the board. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire Margaret

Liked: Amenities
We had such a lovely, relaxing time at Matuka Lodge. Luxury accommodation with a family vibe, so friendly and welcoming. Everything was wonderful, highly recommend this gem!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Guy was a wonderful host, made a great fruitcake. The honor bar was nice after a day of riding bicycle. A convenient location to the Alps to Ocean cycle trail with very clean accommodations and a great breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Khushaal

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great foundation for the nearby Mount Cook area as well as adjacent to the Pelennor Fields battle scene from LOTR The Return of the King. Delicious breakfast, easy parking, very clean, lovely area and spacious extremely comfortable rooms. Six stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ofer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely place, the rooms are beautiful and well maintained, our room was on the banks of a small lake with a great view, Mel, the landlady, is nice and makes every effort to make you feel good.Very recommended!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with partner
Outstanding stay. Mel made us feel like we were in our home away from home! Fantastic accommodations…
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trinh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Little Slice of Heaven

This place was an absolute gem, as were the hosts. I felt like I'd come home. The property is stunning with mountain views and a duck pond. The room was lovely. The common area was cozy and a wonderful place to unwind. I only wish I stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARIO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Una casa de campo sumamente acogedora

Una casa de campo sumamente acogedora. La propietaria, Mel, es muy hospitalaria. Habitaciones confortables con vista a un hermoso lago natural. Buen desayuno preparado según la preferencia personal del cliente
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So quaint and secluded. A mini oasis. Mel was amazing. Hostess with the most-est. She suggested we do an early breakfast to get to Hooker Valley Trail early and she was so right for that! Rooms were immaculate. Refreshments and breakfast were immaculate. I wish we stayed more than 1 night.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Kim Wah

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Not recommended for couple as lacks privacy nor families as too small! Only one long dining table for 10 and wonder how it qualifies as a lodge! Only 5 rooms and breakfast from 8 am to 9 am!!! No fridge nor even kettle plus! Checkout is at 10 am and a loud knock on the door to confirm; hardly hospitable act let alone service. Over priced at NZ$500 per nite! Expedia needs to update.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing lodge and lovely hosts. Highly recommend staying here. We stayed for 3 nights and the proximity to Mt Cook area was excellent (about 45 mins). The lodge was peaceful and included a lovely breakfast. Plenty of space to relax in the large lounge room in the lodge. There are a number of local places to eat dinner at (a short drive away).
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kraig, Redondo Beach

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one night but would have liked to stay longer. A very beautiful property, very spacious and wonderful hosts. The view of the stars at night in a specially prepared area was fantastic. the cooked breakfast in the morning was delicious. Also wine and beverages available at any time.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Extraordinary service and good accommodation

Great accommodation close to Twizel. Excellent breakfast - all home made. Rooms were spacious and bed extremely comfortable. Bathroom furniture could do with a refurb. The outstanding feature were the positive energies of the hosts (Libby and Geoff). Libby was so caring for all her guests and ensuring that they were maximising their experience of the area - nothing was too much trouble for her to try and organise or to suggest.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had the best time. Libby and Geoff are amazing hosts. Thank you both so much.

8/10 Good

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Garren

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful surprise!!! This place was awesome. The staff, the bed, the views, couldn’t have been better. The hospitality was the BEST, we felt so welcomed!!! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay!! Great hosts, location, accommodation, breakfasts and amenities. Could have stayed longer! I would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hassan N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing hospitality

Unmatched experience. Most wonderful hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was simply a amazing experience. Something we will me er forget. We loved our host
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

NZ South Island Tour

We enjoyed a wonderful time with Pete and Jo. They were exceptional hosts and the lodge is luxurious. The nearby fishing was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic setting and amazing hospitality from Jo and Peter
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019