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River Valley Lodge

3.0 star property
Riverfront lodge with a sauna and spa services

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Front of property
Outdoor spa tub
Cafe
Massages
Interior detail
River Valley Lodge sits by flowing waters where guests unwind on the garden terrace or book a rejuvenating sports massage at the spa. The River Valley Kitchen serves local flavors, while horseback riding and rafting are steps away. In-room WiFi keeps everyone connected.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Sep 29 - Sep 30
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Sep 30 - Oct 1
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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Standard Double or Twin Room, Valley View, Garden Area

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Heated bathroom floor
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
266 Mangahoata Road RD2, Pukeokahu, 4792

What's nearby

  • Mt Stewart Reserve - 57 min drive - 19.2 miles
  • Taihape Gumboot - 58 min drive - 19.6 miles
  • Taihape Town Hall - 58 min drive - 19.6 miles

About this property

River Valley Lodge

Lodge by the river
A terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at River Valley Lodge. Active travelers can enjoy rafting, fishing, and mountain biking at this lodge. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or hot tub, and indulge in a massage. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, The River Valley Kitchen, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to laundry facilities and a fireplace in the lobby, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and an area shuttle
  • Tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in the lobby, and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with heated floors and eco-friendly toiletries
  • Communal kitchens, full-sized refrigerators/freezers, and microwaves

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 30 km
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 26 for adults and NZD 13 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The River Valley Kitchen

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Fishing
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Mountain biking
  • Rafting
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 75 square feet of conference space
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Griddle
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Bar]

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between July 12 and July 28.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 26 for adults and NZD 13 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25.0 per day

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

You need to know

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

River Valley Lodge Taihape
River Valley Taihape
River Valley Lodge Lodge
River Valley Lodge Pukeokahu
River Valley Lodge Lodge Pukeokahu

Frequently asked questions

Is River Valley Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at River Valley Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at River Valley Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at River Valley Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is River Valley Lodge located?

Situated on a river, this lodge is within 20 mi (32 km) of Mt Stewart Reserve, Taihape Town Hall, and Taihape Gumboot. Mangaweka Adventure Co - and National Army Museum Te Mata Toa are also within 32 mi (52 km).

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