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Matakauri Lodge Frommer's Exceptional

Location Closeburn, Glenorchy Rd, Just Out of Town
Transportation 5km (3 miles), a 7-min. drive, out of Queenstown on the road to Glenorchy
Phone 03/441-1008
Fax 03/441-2180
Web site www.matakauri.co.nz
Room Information 9 units
Prices NZ$1,687-NZ$1,991 (US$1,196-US$1,412/£609-£719). Off-peak rates. Rates include breakfast, pre-dinner drinks, 3-course dinner, and airport transport
Credit Cards AE, DC, MC, V
In Room Amenities A/C, TV/DVD, dataport, minibar, fridge, coffeemaker, hair dryer, iron

Frommer's Review

It's very easy to fall in love with Matakauri. You only need to lie in your huge bathtub overlooking Lake Wakatipu to be seduced. Opened in 1999, this gorgeous, bush-clad spot has rapidly established a reputation as one of the most romantic of New Zealand's exclusive lodges. Built from Queenstown schist with cedar walls and beech floors, it exudes a natural, informal style that quickly lulls you into a state of inert bliss. Views from the duplex chalets will take your breath away and a polished and exceedingly friendly staff attends to every comfort. It has a certain x-factor that the similarly scaled Remarkable Lodge doesn't have.

Facilities:
Bar; golf driving net; Jacuzzi; sauna; tour bookings; car rentals; massage; babysitting; laundry service; same-day dry cleaning; nonsmoking rooms

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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