Matakauri LodgevsQueenstown Park Boutique Hotel
Both Matakauri Lodge and Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel are praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel ranks marginally better than Matakauri Lodge. Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel scores 81 with praise from 5 sources such as Fodor's, Star Service and Jetsetter.
Matakauri Lodge
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 Report
95.0
"Stylish hideaway resort on the shore of Lake Wakatipu, just eleven minutes from Queenstown." Full review
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
"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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Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel
21 Robins Rd, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
From $195/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Jetsetter
"Eco-friendly boutique hotel designed in glass, local stone and cedar, steps from Queenstown's buzzing center." Full review
Star Service
"Distinctive for its contemporary architecture designed to echo the shape of the area's rugged peaks, this property has a prime location wedged between two parks." Full review
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Fodor's
"This plush hotel is located in the center of town and you can walk to the lake, shopping, dining, and tour departure points in just five minutes." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"There are 19 rooms at this chic upscale property that sits just outside the center of Queenstown." Full review
Lonely Planet
"White curtains billow over beds decked out in luxurious linen at this very chic 16-room hotel." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"The ski lodge style exterior belies the modernity of Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel." Full review