Rosewood Matakauri

Rosewood Matakauri is a luxury lodge on the edge of Lake Wakatipu at 569 Glenorchy Road, about seven minutes from the town centre and 20 minutes' drive from Queenstown Airport. It is a small property, with suites split between the main lodge and outlying cottages, and it looks across the lake to Cecil Peak. The MICHELIN Guide describes it as a small but spectacular hotel and has awarded it Two MICHELIN Keys, its rating for an exceptional stay.

Each suite has a private terrace, an open fireplace and a bathroom looking out over the lake and mountains, and an extra bed can be added in Deluxe Suites on request. For families or groups of friends, the freestanding Matakauri Four Bedroom Villa has four suites, its own jacuzzi, lounge, kitchen and a grand courtyard. The atmosphere is contemporary, classic and secluded rather than busy. Rooms are non-smoking, and the lodge offers room service, a concierge, a library and a lounge, along with free Wi-Fi, parking, valet parking and electric vehicle charging. Pets are not allowed.

Wellbeing facilities are a highlight. The lodge has a private jetty on the lake, an outdoor swimming pool, a gym, a sauna, a jacuzzi and a private spa, with treatments available on request. The lodge can also arrange nature walks and helicopter tours, which makes it a good base for a slower-paced stay away from the town centre.

Dining is in-house at The Dining Room, whose chef has built a strong culinary reputation, and the Remarkables Terrace offers space outside; the restaurant is listed as MICHELIN Selected in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide New Zealand, and the tourism board describes a terroir-driven menu using fresh, organic produce, an extensive wine list and wide views. The MICHELIN Guide lists Rātā and Toast & Oak among the restaurants nearby for a change of scene.

Check-in is from 2pm and check-out by 11am. Children are welcome, with an extra charge applied for under-12s, and babysitting is available on request. A deposit is required for group bookings of four or more rooms, and a convenience fee applies to credit card payments.

Matakauri suits honeymooners, couples celebrating a special occasion and travellers who want privacy, views and a spa within easy reach of Queenstown. The town centre is only a few minutes away by car, transfer or taxi. Note that a minimum stay of two nights applies from mid-December to the end of March. The Glenorchy road continues past the lodge towards Moke Lake and Glenorchy itself, both easy excursions from here.