Location

The lodge is easily accessible by either vehicle or helicopter. Conveniently located on the shores of Lake Pukaki in the heart of the Mackenzie Basin, Lakestone Lodge is nestled on the hill above the Tekapo - Twizel Road (State Highway 8). On the main road between Christchurch and Queenstown it is easily accessible yet remains a quiet resting place on your travels. You can relax in a tranquil rural setting that is less than a 30 minute drive from Tekapo or a 10 minute drive from Twizel.

APPROXIMATE DRIVING TIMES FROM

Christchurch: 3 hours, 15 minutes

Queenstown: 2 hours, 30 minutes

Timaru: 1 hour, 45 minutes

Omarama: 30 minutes

Oamaru: 1 hour, 50 minutes

Fairlie: 1 hour

Tekapo: 30 minutes

Twizel: 10 minutes

Mt. Cook Village: 45 minutes

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What our other guests had to say

From the moment we arrived till the follow up visit to pick up our bikes that had graciously been looked after while we shot up to Christchurch, the service and hospitality was amazing. Mike met us and with his staff quietly looked after our every need. Food was delicious and very well...

Craig L

A few days ago we treated ourselves to 2 nights at this luxurious little lodge (it only has 6 guest rooms) We chose it as a relaxing base from which we could access sections of the Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail & various walks. The location is stunning and the food, thoughtfully prepared by Chef,...

Sally A, Wanaka, New Zealand

We stayed for two nights at Lakestone Lodge on the Cosy Couples package. The location is stunning, room very comfortable with incredible views, the food was outstanding and the massage was one of the best I've ever had. Even though our stay was only for two nights, we felt the stresses of...

Debbie - NZ

We had an incredible stay at Lakestone Lodge for our elopement in October! We were blown away by the thoughtful touches and attention to detail throughout our entire stay. Stunning rooms and views! Delicious food! We couldn't have asked for a better location and experience. Thank you so...

eprankin

Excellent dinner date at this exceptional lodge, panoramic views over Lake Pukaki and Aoraki Mt Cook. Our meal was Michelin Star standard and served by lovely locals. Ideal location for a romantic weekend or overnight stay. Couldn't fault our experience. The food certainly was a very...

Highlander65

We had the most amazing experience at Lakestone Lodge. We can’t find fault with anything! We highly rate the food, service, hospitality, comfort and attention to detail! We are truly lucky to have had the chance to stay here!

Nalini G

Came here for a week of relaxation. You don’t need to even leave your room to experience amazing views and all the activities/hikes nearby are great. I highly recommend the A2O trail on the east side of the lake. Staff was very kind and helped organize everything for me (I didn’t...

Aaron C

The minute the gate opened and we drove up the Lakestone driveway, we instantly felt the stresses of work disappear. We couldn’t have chosen a better place to start our holiday. Our room was breathtaking. The Lodge itself ticks all the boxes. But the thing that stands out here is the...

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