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Booking a destination wedding package in Matakauri Lodge can be a great way to simplify the process of planning a wedding in a different location. With a destination wedding package in Matakauri Lodge, you can receive a discounted price on airfare, accommodations, and activities, as well as a one of our dedicated destination wedding travel agents that can help you plan and execute the perfect wedding in Matakauri Lodge. You can also save time and money by having one point of contact for all of your Matakauri Lodge destination wedding needs and get access to exclusive deals and discounts. Additionally, Matakauri Lodge destination wedding packages often include extras such as a wedding cake, decorations, and photography, allowing for an all-in-one solution for your wedding.

Matakauri Lodge

Queenstown, New Zealand

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Matakauri Lodge

The Lodge currently boasts four luxury suites and six luxury villas, each with private terraces looking out to a dramatic Queenstown lakeside, with spectacular mountain views. It provides the perfect, private hideaway retreat.

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For over 24 years, we have specialized in planning every detail of destination weddings for couples and their guests. From booking flights, excursions, airport transfers, payments, and logistics to organizing pre- and post-wedding trips, honeymoons, anniversaries, and more-we handle it all, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable experience.

Dedicated Destination Wedding Specialist

Our travel agents specialize in destination weddings. You'll have a dedicated planner for all travel logistics, removing stress from you and your group. Our team approach ensures your agent provides only the best knowledge and expertise.

  • Personalized guidance tailored to your unique wedding vision and group needs

  • Seamless coordination of guest reservations, payments, and communications

  • Expert recommendations for destinations, resorts, and local experiences

  • Full support with travel insurance, documentation, and special requests

  • On-call assistance before and during travel for any last-minute needs or changes

Negotiating Group Rates & Concessions

We book and plan travel for 10,000+ destination wedding guests per year, giving us strong negotiation power to secure better group rates and exclusive perks:

  • Free Wedding Packages - based on room blocks
  • Resort Credits - spa, excursions, dining, etc.
  • Complimentary Nights - for your anniversary return stay
  • Room Upgrades - for the wedding couple
  • Private Events - welcome parties, rehearsal dinners, brunches

Expert Resort & Destination Knowledge

  • Matching the Right Resort: Based on your vision, budget, and guest profile
  • Wedding Package Expertise: Navigate inclusions, exclusions, and add-ons
  • Legal Ceremony Guidance: Help with legal vs. symbolic ceremonies abroad

Guest Management

  • Streamlined Booking: We handle all bookings, payments, and requests
  • Dedicated Support: We answer guest questions so you don't have to
  • Payment Plans: Flexible options for you and your guests

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  • Direct Resort Contacts: Faster solutions and special attention
  • Help with the Unexpected: We handle travel mishaps and last-minute changes

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With over 24 years of experience and the top destination wedding agency in the U.S., our team is trusted by thousands of couples every year. From start to finish, we provide guidance, attention to detail, and peace of mind-ensuring your wedding is everything you imagined and more.

All Inclusive Weddings is the #1 top-selling destination wedding travel agency for all-inclusive resort locations in the USA. Booking 10,000+ guests each year, we provide preferential rates and amenities, deep expertise, and full hands-on travel management-so you and your guests can focus on celebrating your love.

Matakauri Lodge

Venue Overview

Matakauri Lodge is located on the banks of Lake Wakatipu and just minutes from the heart of Queenstown. The Lodge currently boasts four luxury suites and six luxury villas, each with private terraces looking out to a dramatic Queenstown lakeside, with spectacular mountain views. This luxury spa resort was recently acknowledged by Tatler magazine as one of its top 101 hotels of the world. Matakauri Lodge is a small luxury boutique hotel with lodge style accommodation and provides the perfect, private hideaway retreat in Queenstown. Their personalized concierge service will assist you in planning a memorable experience in Queenstown - the adventure capital of New Zealand.
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Resort Amenities

Restaurants, Bars, & Lounges

As a Relais & Chateaux property, Matakauri Lodge offers a unique dining experience in a luxurious setting. Head Chef Jonathan Roger’s modern New Zealand cuisine is focused on showcasing local seasonal produce with clean, fresh flavors in an a la carte menu that changes daily.

Choose from a variety of dining spaces, including the Library, Dining Room, Remarkables Patio, Courtyard and Lounge, private dining can be arranged upon request. 

BREAKFAST

Breakfast is served from 7.00am to 10:30am in the dining room and features a buffet of local and imported fruits, Home-made pastries, cereals and yoghurts. Additionally an A la Carte selection of cooked items. 

LUNCH

Lunch is served from 12.00pm to 3:30pm. There are a variety of sandwiches, salads and desserts to choose from. 

PICNICS 
 
They offer a choice of picnic lunches from an activity pack, simple boxed lunch or a delicious picnic hamper. 

PRE DINNER DRINKS

Pre dinner drinks commence at 6:00pm and is an excellent time to meet fellow guests. Hot and cold hors d’oeuvres and a wide range of wines, beer and spirits are served nightly in the lounge. 

DINNER

Dinner is served from 6.00pm to 9.00pm. The dinner menu changes nightly and features the finest New Zealand produce. Wine and bottled water served with dinner are not included in the daily tariff. 

PRIVATE DINING

If you would like to dine privately, there are a variety of areas of the lodge that provide this unique experience. 

ROOM SERVICE

Room service is available on request.

Resort Amenities

Spectacularly situated on Lake Wakatipu, Matakauri Lodge offers stunning views from every angle of the Remarkable, Cecil and Walter Peak mountain ranges. Just seven minutes from Queenstown, Matakauri Lodge will provide an alpine lakeside retreat nestled in one of the world’s most serenely beautiful landscapes.

The Lodge and adjoining villas, originally constructed in 2000 with a contemporary New Zealand design, reopened in August 2010 after undergoing extensive refurbishment and new interior design by acclaimed New Zealand Interior Designer, Virginia Fisher.

The main lodge consists of spacious lounge, dining and living areas, all with views of Lake Wakatipu. The lodge also offers a range of indoor and outdoor dining options for our guests, including superb private dining options. An elegant meeting space with a business center offering abundant natural light and views of the mountain ranges beyond.

Facilities include a full service luxury spa, swimming pool with spa and a fully equipped fitness center.

The Lodge offers accommodation in eleven luxurious guest suites, with eight outlying cottages and three suites located in the main lodge. Every suite offers its own private porch, bedroom with sitting area and open fireplace, walk-in wardrobe and bathroom. The suites are nestled in a native forest overlooking Lake Wakatipu and the mountain panorama.

Childrens Programs

The Queenstown region presents a wide range of fun activities for children and families.

They welcome families at Matakauri and can easily arrange an experienced babysitter/nanny to accompany your children to one of the many activities available. The staff are well-equipped to ensure that your children's stay at the boutique lodge is as enjoyable as your own.

Special children's menus, babysitting services, cots and much more are available.

Activities include:

  • Funyak Safari
  • Skyline Gondola & Luge
  • Arrowtown Museum
  • Shotover Jet
  • Earnslaw Cruises & Farm Tours
  • Off Road Adventures - Quad Bike Tours
  • Horseback Riding
  • Puzzling World
  • Have A Shot
  • Spa Treatments For Children

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Rooms

Room Types

Lodge Room - Located on the upper level of the main lodge, the lodge room offers an interconnecting option with a Deluxe Suite. 1 room - 36 sq m / 387 sq ft 

Suites - Superbly situated along the lakefront and just a short walk from the main lodge, these spacious suites offer their own private balconies overlooking Lake Wakatipu. 2 outlying - 72.8 sq m / 783.6 sq ft

Deluxe Suites - These, the largest suites, have commanding views of Lake Wakatipu and the glorious snow-capped mountains. The two suites in the main lodge offer the convenience of proximity to lodge facilities. 6 outlying and 2 within the main lodge - sq m/sq ft on application as individual suite sizes vary.


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Activities

  • Horseback Riding
  • Dart River Jet Safaris
  • Exclusive Skippers Canyon Adventure
  • "Meet The Artist" Tour
  • Wine Tours
  • Quad Bike Tours
  • Earnslaw Cruises & Farm Tours
  • Lord Of The Rings Tour
  • Glenorchy Photography Safari
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Frequently Asked Questions

Matakauri Lodge offers a stunning alpine lakeside setting with panoramic views of Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables mountain range. It provides an intimate, luxury retreat with private suites and villas, combined with bespoke event spaces and expert event planning to create unforgettable weddings in New Zealand’s South Island.

Matakauri Lodge can comfortably host weddings with up to 60 guests, offering multiple event rooms and luxurious accommodation options to ensure an exclusive and private experience for you and your loved ones.

Matakauri Lodge offers bespoke wedding packages tailored to your preferences, including ceremony setup, catering, decorations, and accommodation. For detailed package options and customization, we recommend contacting All Inclusive Weddings, who specialize in all-inclusive destination weddings in Queenstown.

Absolutely. As a specialized destination wedding travel agency, All Inclusive Weddings offers dedicated planning support, vendor coordination, and exclusive deals to simplify your wedding planning at Matakauri Lodge. We handle everything from travel to wedding day details for a seamless experience.

Matakauri Lodge is approximately a 25-minute drive from Queenstown Airport and just a short drive from the city center, making it convenient for guests traveling from both domestic and international locations.

Matakauri Lodge accommodates a variety of wedding ceremonies, including traditional, contemporary, and multicultural celebrations. Its scenic outdoor spaces and elegant indoor event rooms provide versatile options to create your perfect wedding atmosphere.

Yes, accommodations at Matakauri Lodge’s luxury suites and villas are typically included in comprehensive destination wedding packages offered through All Inclusive Weddings, ensuring a seamless and comfortable stay for you and your guests.

Matakauri Lodge offers on-site catering featuring locally sourced, seasonal New Zealand ingredients with a focus on contemporary cuisine. Custom menus can be designed to suit dietary requirements and wedding themes, coordinated through All Inclusive Weddings.

Yes, All Inclusive Weddings provides expert guidance on New Zealand’s legal marriage requirements, including documentation, officiants, and timelines, ensuring your destination wedding at Matakauri Lodge complies with local laws.

To receive a customized quote for your wedding at Matakauri Lodge, please visit the All Inclusive Weddings quote form at https://www.allinclusiveweddings.com/get-a-quote. Our specialists will tailor a package to your unique vision and needs.

Yes, guests can enjoy stunning natural surroundings, stargazing under New Zealand’s dark skies, hiking, skiing nearby at The Remarkables and Coronet Peak, and luxury spa treatments. All Inclusive Weddings can arrange group activities and excursions as part of your wedding package.
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