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

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

As soon as you walk through the doors of Lakestone lodge it becomes a haven of relaxation. Mike and Anna and their team are so welcoming and friendly ensuring they care for your every need. The lodge and rooms are stunning and oh so comfortable, the food is divine and our massages were the best...

gardinersnz

This small lodge has excellent and very helpful staff. the rooms are good and the food is excellent. However the crowning glory for my wife and I was the magnificent view along the lake with Aoraki Mount Cook central to the view surrounded by other snow covered mountains in the Southern Alps.

Peterm2014123, Auckland Central, New Zealand

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

We throughly enjoyed our stay. What amazing views, waking up to see Mt Cook painted in soft pinks at dawn was truly special. We had a delicious meal, equivalent to any in an upmarket restaurant. Staff were attentive, but unobtrusive. Furniture and layout high quality. I’d love to...

Fiona T, Auckland

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

A stay at Lakestone Lodge was our reward for the grind of 2020. The accommodation and food were superb, and the hosts were friendly, attentive and well informed. The star of the show is the location – the lodge discreetly tucked away on a ridge above the road, away from other travellers...

David G