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07 Jun 2025
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The River Lodge
10

Exceptional

21 Guest reviews

10
Exceptional
21 Verified Reviews
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Cleanliness10/10
Service9.8/10
Comfort9.6/10
Condition9.6/10
Neighborhood6.0/10
Amenities9.8/10

206 Mangawhero River Road RD 1, Ohakune, New Zealand. See map

Free WiFi
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Beach services
Smoking areas
Business facilities
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Hotel Description

With a stay at The River Lodge in Ohakune, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 15-minute drive of Tongariro National Park and Ratana Church. This golf lodge is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Big Carrot. Make yourself at home in one of the 5 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided daily. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge.

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available

No elevators

Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award

Professional property host/manager

Pets allowed

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Check-in from: 4:00 PM
Check-in by: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out by: 10:00 AM

Cleaning and safety practices

  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Essential workers only - NO

Important information

You need to know
  • Up to 2 children 2 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section).
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Special Instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Instructions
  • 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 and cash
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
Minimal age
18
Optional fees
  • Pet deposit: NZD 25.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: NZD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Spoken Language

German

English

Amenities

Most Popular

Free WiFi

Airport transfers

Dining services

Concierge

Laundry

Entertainment

Beach services

Smoking areas

Business facilities

Banquet facilities

Transportation services

Other

Airport transportation (surcharge)

Barbecue grill(s)

Hiking/biking trails nearby

Laundry facilities

Garden

Library

Free breakfast

Picnic area

24-hour front desk

Mountain biking nearby

Meeting rooms

Wedding services

Designated smoking areas

Number of bars/lounges - 1

Terrace

Banquet hall

Golf clubs (equipment)

Wheelchair accessible – no

Food and water bowls

Bicycle parking available

Bicycle tour information

Shuttle for bicycles available

Bicycle repair station

Bicycle cleaning area

Bicycle equipment shop on site

Electric bicycle charging station

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Hotel reviews

10
Exceptional21 Verified Reviews
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Cleanliness10/10
Service9.8/10
Comfort9.6/10
Condition9.6/10
Neighborhood6.0/10
Amenities9.8/10
10/10
Exceptional
Verified traveler, 20 Feb 2025
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Comfortable, welcoming, lovely views.

Comfortable stay in rural location with beautiful views. Danny and Fran excellent hosts. Good breakfast. Ideal spot for us to stay for out Whanganui river trip in Pipiriki.

10/10
Exceptional
Kevin, 24 Jan 2025
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A beautiful setting with an amazing gracious host! We loved the setting, path along the river and attention to details. Danny is a wonderful host. I wish we could have stayed a third night.

10/10
Exceptional
David, 11 Feb 2024
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The River Lodge is a beautiful property set in lovely grounds. We had a large beautiful room, very comfortable bed, lovely bathroom and a balcony with a wonderful view of the mountain. We had fabulous breakfasts and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The only downside is that it is quite remote - about a 10 minute drive into Ohakune.

10/10
Exceptional
Yu, 26 Sep 2023
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We absolutely loved our stay at the river lodge. We came here to ski in Turoa but the weather is against us. Daniel’s warm brand new chalet with hot water jacuzzi and nice wine made our day in those raining days. Oh and my son loved Netflix too! Highly recommend, it’s the best accommodation in the area, will not need to look else where if we come ski again in Whakapapa and Turoa.

10/10
Exceptional
Otávio, 28 Aug 2023
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The chalets are clean, comfortable and have a beautiful woodwork. Breakfast just great and our family felt welcome from the start to the end. Will surelly be back.

10/10
Exceptional
Justine, 22 Jul 2023
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The host was lovely, and the cabins are just gorgeous. I thoroughly enjoyed our stay, and look forward to returning.

10/10
Exceptional
Timothy, 04 Jan 2023
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A real gem in the countryside near ohakune with a great view of the mountain

10/10
Exceptional
Joshua, 27 Jul 2022
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Amazing place, great host, pet friendly too, although I would advise if you taking your dog and plan on hiking or playing in snow to do your research first. The whole nature reserve is DOC controlled and no dogs allowed. If no dog then no worry, you wont regret this beautiful accommodation.

10/10
Exceptional
Penny, 05 Oct 2021
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Fantastic setting and great service

10/10
Exceptional
Verified traveler, 28 Oct 2020
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Highly Recommended

Beautiful location, welcoming and friendly host, fantastic breakfast.

10/10
Exceptional
Verified traveler, 04 Oct 2019
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We stayed in a self contained chalet and really enjoyed it, especially the wood fire which kept the chalet warm all night even though it was very cold outside. Our host Daniel was superb! He found maps for the bike trails we wanted to do, gave us tips on great places to eat out (and discount vouchers). He provided a delicious rich continental breakfast both mornings and told us about a place we could visit on our way back to Wellington (Whitecliffs Boulders near Mangaweka). We did just that and it was well worth the walk.

10/10
Exceptional
Verified traveler, 16 Sep 2019
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Daniel made us feel extremely welcome and was very helpful throughout our stay. Make sure to get directions to the property from him, Google will lead you astray!

10/10
Exceptional
Verified traveler, 08 Sep 2019
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Daniel is very friendly and helpful and put on a delicious breakfast for us. He is very attentive and personable. We would love to come back! Me and the kids especially enjoyed the view from the room and the spa pool!

10/10
Exceptional
Verified traveler, 12 Aug 2019
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The host was fabulous at making us feel welcome and having advice of wonderful things to do around the area. We absolutely loved our stay here.

10/10
Exceptional
Carolyn, 27 Feb 2019
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A bit out of town but really worth it!

Maps didn’t get us there, but once we got there it was lovely. Daniel provides great local what to do advice and where to have dinner. His breakfast is terrific as well.

10/10
Exceptional
Verified traveler, 22 Jul 2018
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The river lodge was recommended to my family by a work colleague of many years. My colleague and his wife had stayed at the establishment some ten years ago and their recommendation was made confidently and without hesitation. We only stated for two nights allowing us access to the mountain and its many wintertime attractions. We would recommend however that the main entrance be signposted and have better lighting because we found it difficult to find during night time conditions. We found our host Daniel welcoming and a delight to talk to. Our best wishes from Upper Hutt.

10/10
Exceptional
Karen, 30 Aug 2017
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Beautiful

We loved our stay. Warm and cosy with a wonderful fire in our chalet. Delicious breakfast and beautiful location.

8/10
Excellent
Verified traveler, 07 Mar 2017
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Peaceful country lodge

Lovely hosts and breakfast with cabins set in scenic riverside property. Would have liked some screens on windows though as insects prevent fresh air. Relaxing and ability to self cater if you wish.

10/10
Exceptional
Anja, 20 Feb 2025
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Fantastisk service og søde værtsfolk❤️

10/10
Exceptional
cedomil, 24 Apr 2023
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It was like…coming home. Private. Warm welcome,clean,friendly,calm and relaxing. Different. Comfortable room.Amazing view. Tasty and easy going breakfast. Helpful and useful (in details) instructions how/where to drive for a dinner/National park/other interesting places. Unfortunately too short stay (2 nights) We’ll come back. Highly recommended.

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