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The River Lodge

3.5 star property
Mountain Ohakune lodge with bar/lounge

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Property grounds
Front of property
BBQ/picnic area
Fireplace
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bar/lounge
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room options

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Romantic Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Romantic Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Yard
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms, River View

Comfort Triple Room, 2 Bedrooms, River View

Highlights

Yard
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 41 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Chalet, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

Chalet, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Yard
Fireplace
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 41 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Chalet 3 With Mountain View

Chalet 3 With Mountain View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Private outdoor spa tub
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
  • 41 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Mountain View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Yard
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
  • 41 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Chalet 4 With Mountain View

Highlights

Yard
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 41 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Chalet, 1 Bedroom, River View

Chalet, 1 Bedroom, River View

Chalet, 1 Bedroom, River View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Yard
Fireplace
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • 41 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Map
206 Mangawhero River Road RD 1, Ohakune, 4691

What's nearby

  • Ohakune i-SITE Visitor Information Centre - 7 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Big Carrot - 8 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Ohakune Old Coach Road - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Ohakune Disc Golf - 9 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Mountain Bike Station - 10 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 111 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Powderkeg Restaurant and Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Chocolate Eclair Shop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Utopia Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kings Ohakune - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Kebabs - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The River Lodge

At The River Lodge, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Tongariro National Park. Guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and downhill skiing, and free perks include WiFi and continental breakfast daily between 7 AM and 9:00 AM. A bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights at this eco-certified lodge.

Languages

English, German

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 5 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Up to 2 children (2 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets allowed*
  • Service animals welcome
  • Restrictions apply*
  • Food and water bowls available

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

  • No onsite parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7 AM–9:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Bicycle tour information
  • Bike shuttle
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Bike shop
  • Bike repair services
  • Bike shuttle
  • Electric bike charging stations
  • Bike cleaning
  • Golf clubs on site

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • Bicycle parking
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Yard

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: NZD 25.00 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NZD 25 per pet, per stay

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

River Lodge Ohakune
River Ohakune
The River Lodge Lodge
The River Lodge Ohakune
The River Lodge Lodge Ohakune

Frequently asked questions

Does The River Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The River Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The River Lodge?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of NZD 25 per pet, per stay, and there's also a deposit of NZD 25.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The River Lodge?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The River Lodge.
Is airport shuttle service offered by The River Lodge?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The River Lodge?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at The River Lodge and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like downhill skiing and snowboarding, and return when the snow melts for hiking and horseback riding. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Does The River Lodge have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a yard.
What's the area around The River Lodge like?
The River Lodge is located by the river. Popular attractions include Tongariro National Park, which is 10 minutes away by car.

The River Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Carolyn, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Dani and Fran were very accommodating and friendly
Betty, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
David, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Yu, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Otávio, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The host was lovely, and the cabins are just gorgeous. I thoroughly enjoyed our stay, and look forward to returning.
Justine, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A real gem in the countryside near ohakune with a great view of the mountain
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Joshua, 2-night family trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic setting and great service
Penny, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Tatiana Midori, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Highly Recommended
Beautiful location, welcoming and friendly host, fantastic breakfast.
3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
2-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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!
3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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!
2-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Carolyn, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
2-night trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful
We loved our stay. Warm and cosy with a wonderful fire in our chalet. Delicious breakfast and beautiful location.
Karen, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

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.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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.
cedomil, 2-night trip
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