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Rosewood Matakauri

5.0 star property
Stylish beach retreat with outdoor pool

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Lake view
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar
LCD TV, DVD player, iPod dock, MP3 dock
Sauna, hot tub, body treatments, facials, manicures and pedicures
LCD TV, DVD player, iPod dock, MP3 dock

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included

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569 Glenorchy Road, Lake Wakatipu, Closeburn, 9197
  • Skyline Queenstown
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Kiwi and Birdlife Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Queenstown Gardens
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Queenstown (ZQN-Queenstown Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Grand Lake View Suite (Villa Room)

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Grand Lake View Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Suite, Multiple Beds, Lake View

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Room, Multiple Beds (Villa Matakauri)

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 King Beds

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Balcony

Room, Multiple Beds, Lake View (Villa)

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Suite, Multiple Beds, Lake View (Loft)

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Lake View Suite | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Lake View Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Lake View Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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LCD TV, DVD player, iPod dock, MP3 dock

Grand Lake View Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Lake View Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Separate tub and shower, deep soaking tub, designer toiletries

Lake View Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Interior

Grand Lake View Suite (Villa Room )

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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LCD TV, DVD player, iPod dock, MP3 dock

Lake View Two Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 6

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Lake View Two Bedroom Loft Suite

  • Sleeps 5

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Lake View Two Bedroom Villa

  • Sleeps 4

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Matakauri Four Bedroom Villa

  • Sleeps 8

About the neighborhood

Closeburn

Rosewood Matakauri places you next to Lake Wakatipu and within a 5-minute drive of Mt Crichton Loop Track. This 16-room, 5-star lodge has free breakfast along with conveniences like a full-service spa and an outdoor pool.
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What's nearby

  • Skyline Queenstown - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Kiwi and Birdlife Park - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Queenstown Mall - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • TSS Earnslaw Steamship - 8 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Queenstown Gardens - 14 min drive - 6.2 miles

Getting around

  • Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fergburger - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Skyline Gondola - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Patagonia Chocolates - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Smiths Craft Beer House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mrs. Ferg Beach Street - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Rosewood Matakauri

Stylish beach retreat with outdoor pool
Guests of Rosewood Matakauri enjoy a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a gym. You can put free valet parking to good use if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach lodge include a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub.
Guests can expect free WiFi and LCD TVs with cable channels and DVD players. Beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters, and bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Balconies or patios, iPod docks, and minibars are also standard.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the lodge's full-service spa, Matakauri Spa. Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub. The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Rosewood Matakauri is listed in the 2020 Condé Nast Traveler Gold List of the world's best places to stay.
The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • THE DINING ROOM

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Day bed
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • iPod dock
  • LCD TV with cable channels
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heated floor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.6 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.6 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Matakauri Closeburn
Matakauri Lodge Closeburn
Matakauri Lodge
Rosewood Matakauri Lodge
Rosewood Matakauri Closeburn
Rosewood Matakauri Lodge Closeburn

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around Rosewood Matakauri?

This lodge is located in Closeburn, just steps from Lake Wakatipu. You'll also find Moke Lake and TSS Earnslaw Steamship within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Rosewood Matakauri?

As of Jun 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rosewood Matakauri on Jun 24, 2025 start from $1,052.76, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at Rosewood Matakauri?

Yes, valet parking and self parking are offered for free at the lodge. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa at Rosewood Matakauri?

Matakauri Spa is the lodge's spa and services include facials, mani/pedis, body treatments, and massages.

Does Rosewood Matakauri have a casino?

No, Rosewood Matakauri doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Rosewood Matakauri?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

Is Rosewood Matakauri good for couples?

This lakeside lodge offers many amenities for couples such as an outdoor pool and some guestrooms include private pools and fireplaces.

Does Rosewood Matakauri have a hot tub?

Yes, this lodge has a spa tub.

Does Rosewood Matakauri have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Rosewood Matakauri serves free full breakfasts at THE DINING ROOM each morning.

Will Rosewood Matakauri allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Rosewood Matakauri though service animals are welcome.

Does Rosewood Matakauri have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this lodge for your group or family vacation.

How far is the airport from Rosewood Matakauri?

The closest major airport to Rosewood Matakauri is Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN), which is 9.3 mi away (17 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Rosewood Matakauri?

Yes, every guestroom at Rosewood Matakauri comes with a balcony with some featuring lake views.

Rosewood Matakauri Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

john

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A magical place in beautiful setting with unbelievable views. Lovely, charming staff and managers made everything easy and enjoyable. Excellent food with multiple choices and a tasting menu with wine pairings that was perfect each night, a great surprise given the small size of the lodge. Definitely one of my most memorable stays! Worthy of the cost.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Costanza, toronto

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outstanding. Room, ambiance, service and food were all wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great Staff!

The restaurant servers were EXCELLENT! Jamie was great. Gabriela is the person that made our stay memorable. What an asset to the brand! Personable and warm, made a connection with every guest, yet very professional. A hard combination to find in a manager. She is ehat Rosewood wants to project to its guests sll rolled up in one. The overall service was superb and what is expected at Rosewood. It is very isolated and not close to anywhere except by a 15 min taxi ride, so do take that into consideration. Location is right on the lake with fantastic views. The food was very good. The produce was of the highest quality. The meats all a bit gamey tasting. Not sure what that was about. The rooms are not what I expect from Rosewood and need an update. Housekeeping did keep it clean, but often forgot water and toilet paper. Would I oay the rate you are currently asking? No.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shabnum

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Honestly this is an amazing hotel, and we definitely recommend. It is a bit pricey but if you are looking for a relaxed break, this is definitely the hotel you want to go to. All other hotels are more convenient for doing activities as you are closer to town, though this is an amazing hotel to just take a break, or for holiday home if you have a big family. The staff here are honestly so helpful and treat you like family, they all take care of you to your personalised likings. This is also the cleanest hotel i’ve ever stayed in, along with breathtaking views right near the lake. Food is amazing too, along with helpful amenities such as the gym and sauna. There is also quite a lot to do here , you can go to the jetty where you see breathtaking views along with a hike around this area, you can go to the library, go to the gym, and much more. I would also like to say that the massages at this place are honestly amazing and definitely recommend getting it if you are staying at Matakauri. Otherwise, this is an amazing hotel, it is a bit pricey but compared to all other hotels in queenstown this is the best one and there is no doubt about that. Here at Rosewood Matakauri you defined get what you paid for, along with kindness from the staff, always checking up on you! Definitely recommend and once again thank you so much to the staff for being so helpful with everything and making our stay at Rosewood Matakauri and very memorable experience! Thank you Rosewood Matakauri!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

kashif

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great stay. The staff overall can use some more training and development into their roles. Extremely friendly and nice staff overall.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

March 2019 stay at Matakuri Lodge

Beautiful hotel, spectacular setting, excellent service. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A wonderful end to a week in Queenstown

Great experience. All aspects of the Lodge were perfect.

10/10 Excellent

davediggsnz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Best we have experienced

The greeting by the manager was just the beginning of a great experience. The team treated us like royalty all weekend

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Australia - VIC - Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Top of the line; Service: Flawless; Cleanliness: Immaculate; The staff are so very attentive

10/10 Excellent

MY, Tokyo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
本当に素敵なホテルでした。温かみがあって上品で、従業員はみなさんとっても親切でした。ロストバゲージで身の回りのものが色々と足りない中、ブラシやヘアアイロン等、色々なものを貸してくださいました。食事もおいしかったです。また温かい季節に訪れたいと思いました。
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018