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Matakauri LodgevsEichardt's Private Hotel
Both Matakauri Lodge and Eichardt's Private Hotel are rated very highly by writers. On balance, Eichardt's Private Hotel is the choice of most writers compared to Matakauri Lodge. Eichardt's Private Hotel comes in at 92 with accolades from 9 reviewers including Concierge, Frommer's and Star Service.
Matakauri Lodge
Concierge
Condé Nast Traveler
Travel + Leisure
Star Service
Gayot
Mr & Mrs Smith
Hideaway Report
The Telegraph Travel + Leisure
Glenorchy Road, PO Box 888, Queenstown 9197, New Zealand
From $0/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge "After an extensive makeover, Matakauri, positioned along milky-blue Lake Wakatipu, less than six miles from the center of Queenstown, has commanding views of the Big Three."
Condé Nast Traveler "Warmly designed in burnt orange and russet colors against white walls and stone elements, the two simple-yet-cozy suites and eight outlying cottages have a beachy feel." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Matakauri Lodge & Spa is just an eight-minute drive from the action, but feels a world away, set among cabbage trees and Douglas firs." Full review
Star Service "It is now one of the premier luxury inns in the region, and its affiliation with Relais and Chateaux is an indicator of the quality in the bedrooms and the kitchen." Full review
Gayot "Three's a charm with the opening of Matakauri Lodge, sister property of Kauri Cliffs and The Farm at Cape Kidnappers."
Mr & Mrs Smith "In the shade of towering mountains and on the cusp of glittering Lake Wakatipu, Matakauri Lodge hotel boasts 11 luxurious rooms and close proximity to Queensland, the adventure capital of New Zealand." Full review
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Hideaway Report95.0
"Stylish hideaway resort on the shore of Lake Wakatipu, just eleven minutes from Queenstown." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"A six-star luxury lodge overlooking snowy peaks and one of New Zealand’s most beautiful alpine lakes." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The intimate lakeside retreat has only 13 spacious accommodations and it boasts stunning views of the Remarkables and Lake Wakatipu. Cocktail hour is a social affair"
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Eichardt's Private Hotel Concierge
Fodor's Star Service
Afar Magazine Mr & Mrs Smith Hideaway Report The Telegraph
Frommer's
Lonely Planet Travel + Leisure Show All Reviews
Marine Parade, PO Box 1340, Queenstown, New Zealand
From $609/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Concierge "Built more than 150 years ago, when Queenstown was just a grubby lakeside mining town instead of the adventure-sport capital of the world, Eichardt's is the poshest waterfront hotel in town."
Fodor's "The staff is exceptionally helpful and can arrange anything from a massage to a helicopter ride." Full review
Star Service "This exquisite little boutique-hotel occupies one of the oldest buildings in the district right in the heart of the holiday capital's busy shopping area." Full review
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Among the perks are complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access, air-conditioning, complimentary minibars, flat-screen TVs, DVD and CD players (the staff has a library of titles to choose from), robes, slippers, hair dryers and irons.
Afar Magazine "A boutique hotel done in steampunk chic in the heart of Queenstown." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "Offering super-chic interiors and no-holds barred luxe, Queenstown's most historic haven – Eichardt's Private Hotel – has bagged the best spot on the lake for shoreside romance." Full review
Hideaway Report95.0
"Lakeside hotel within a restored historic residence in the heart of Queenstown’s lively waterfront shopping district." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
" Eichardt's singular formal elegance provides an extraordinary and welcome haven in the eye of Queenstown’s touristy hustle and bustle." Full review
Frommer's "On the most coveted bit of shoreline along the lake... awesome water vistas with the mountains shining in the distance. On property is the most happening bar in town." Full review
Lonely Planet "This restored hotel enjoys an absolute lakefront location. Each of the five giant suites has a fireplace, king-sized bed... and lake views." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Eichardt’s has long been the grande dame of Queenstown, located in a prime position in the city center...interiors exemplify modern opulence, with cozy fireplaces, plush furnishings"
