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Matakauri LodgevsHippo Lodge Backpackers

Both properties are rated highly by travel writers. On balance, Matakauri Lodge ranks significantly higher than Hippo Lodge Backpackers. Matakauri Lodge is ranked #9 in Queenstown with praise from 7 reviews such as Concierge, Gayot and Travel + Leisure.

Matakauri Lodge
8/10
Glenorchy Road, PO Box 888, Queenstown 9197, New Zealand
From $0/night
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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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 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 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 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 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 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 Report Hideaway Report
95.0
"Stylish hideaway resort on the shore of Lake Wakatipu, just eleven minutes from Queenstown." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
9.0
"A six-star luxury lodge overlooking snowy peaks and one of New Zealand’s most beautiful alpine lakes." Full review
Travel + Leisure 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"
Hippo Lodge Backpackers
7/10
4 Anderson Heights, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
From $24/night
  • Laundry Service
  • Laundy Room
  • Free Parking
  • Baggage storage
  • Flatscreen TV
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"A couple of suburban houses imaginatively converted into four sections, each with its own bathroom, kitchen and living area."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Well-maintained, relaxed hostel with good views and a correspondingly high number of stairs." Full review

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