House In The Heights

Matuka Lodge is a luxury accommodation located in Twizel, New Zealand.

The lodge is situated in a tranquil rural setting, 3km from Twizel, and is conveniently placed on the Alps to Ocean Cycle Trail route and by road almost exactly halfway between Christchurch and Queenstown. The Qualmark 5-star rated Matuka Lodge is set in secluded surroundings and offers breathtaking views of the Southern Alps, Lake Pukaki, Aoraki Mt Cook National Park, and the wider Mackenzie Country.

The lodge boasts simple rooms with mountain views in a warm lodge offering a lounge, a pond, and a waterside deck. All rooms feature a patio offering mountain views, electric blankets, a walk-in wardrobe, and a seating area. The air-conditioned rooms are equipped with modern amenities to ensure a comfortable stay.

Matuka Lodge offers world-class service and is known for its excellent location. It is 5 minutes' drive from central Twizel and 10 minutes' drive from Lake Pukaki. Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Mount Cook National Park are within 50 minutes' drive.

Guests can enjoy views across the private trout pond to the Southern Alps and the wider Mackenzie Country. The lodge is so stunning that it was used as the backdrop to the 'The Lord of the Rings' movie trilogy. After the sun sets in the evening, the magic of Matuka Lodge continues as guests can look skyward and gaze upon the world-renowned Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve. Included in the Matuka Lodge experience is a complimentary.