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River Valley Lodge

3.0 star property
Riverfront lodge in Pukeokahu with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Café
Massages
Outdoor spa tub
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River Valley Lodge offers a serene escape by the river, where you can unwind on the garden terrace or treat yourself to a sports massage at the spa. Enjoy local flavors at The River Valley Kitchen, explore nearby activities like horseback riding and rafting, or simply relax with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Spa services
  • Business centre
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Area shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware and utensils
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

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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 fridge/freezer
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Heated bathroom floor
Private bathroom
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Map
266 Mangahoata Road RD2, Pukeokahu, 4792

What's nearby

  • Mt Stewart Reserve - 57 min drive - 30.8 km
  • Taihape Gumboot - 58 min drive - 31.5 km
  • Taihape Town Hall - 58 min drive - 31.6 km

Getting around

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

About this property

River Valley Lodge

When visiting Pukeokahu, River Valley Lodge is a great choice to consider. Guests can indulge in massages and enjoy local cuisine at The River Valley Kitchen, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge and a hot tub are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves.

Languages

English

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 9 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 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 alternative location: [Bar]

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

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site

Off-site

    • Area shuttle within 30 kilometres*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared fridge

Travelling with children

  • Children's games
  • Toys

What to do

  • Mountain biking
  • Horse riding/hire
  • Rafting
  • Fishing
  • Horse riding nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (75 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike hire

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Communal living room
  • Spa services
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soft drinks bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • No lift (single-level property)
ROOM

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Heated floor (bathroom)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Griddle
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Water-efficient toilets only
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Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.

Dining

The River Valley Kitchen – This restaurant specialises in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 26 for adults and NZD 13 for children
  • Local area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 12 July and 28 July.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 25.0 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

River Valley Lodge Taihape
River Valley Taihape
River Valley Lodge Lodge
River Valley Lodge Pukeokahu
River Valley Lodge Lodge Pukeokahu
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Frequently asked questions

Is River Valley Lodge currently open?

The property is closed between 12 July and 28 July.

Are pets allowed at River Valley Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at River Valley Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at River Valley Lodge?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing is available.

What is there to do at River Valley Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as horse riding, mountain biking and rafting. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy the use of other amenities, which include a sauna and a picnic area. River Valley Lodge also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near River Valley Lodge?

Yes, The River Valley Kitchen offers local cuisine.

What's the area around River Valley Lodge like?

River Valley Lodge is located by the river. Popular attractions include Mt Stewart Reserve, which is 53 minutes away by car.

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River Valley Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Glenn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic stay, beautiful surrounds & great staff. The food was phenominal
Helen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A piece of paradise - very good for the soul. The food is absolutely amazing, the scenery is out of this world and all the staff is very welcoming and accommodating. Highly recommended.
Bo, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location. Wonderful staff. No tv in bedroom which was FANTASTIC!! Stone throw away from river. Had a noisy, but friendly stag party. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Met nice people.
CorrieandZettie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful

This was a lovely place to stay, lovely staff, nestled in nature, with the bush and river. Well off the beaten track! The food was great, the service was excellent.
Fiona, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Åk hit! Familj, kompisar, par, åk hit!!

Håkan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A bit of a trek but a great location! I would come back.
KS, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Chadwick, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location

Amazing location: in beautiful lush forest, next to a river!
Thabani, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely spot on the river

We booked the family room for a night. It was good value for a room which easily fit our whole family and had a private bathroom. There was a bus load of backpackers in at the same time and we enjoyed the lively atmosphere that they created in the shared areas while we played board games and cards. The food was awesome, Roast for dinner with chocolate brownies for desert and a cooked breakfast.
Lisa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

舒適雙人床

空間大、乾淨、但不夠暖氣
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Perfect stay for wonderful white water rafting

My wife and I booked white water rafting trip starting at 8:15. We stayed overnight as there aren't many other hotels in the area. First, the road to get there is winding and goes around lots of hills. We trekked it during nighttime and I would try to avoid that if possible - it was a bit scary and rabbits popped up multiple times to try and run to their death. The final stretch of road to get to the hotel is a one lane gravel road. We arrived fairly late, the front desk was closed so we checked in at the bar area - great room to have some beers and talk to fellow travelers. The guy walked us to our room and the check in process was nice and easy. The room was excellent - river views, bit on the small side but the bathroom floors are heated and the bed was comfortable. We did white water rafting the next morning and it was awesome. Highly recommend it. The rapids were intense and the guide was phenomenal. All in all it was a great experience!

8/10 Very good

Good base for rafting

This is a base for river rafting which is excellent, rooms are small but clean, WiFi doesn’t work and not TV so bring your own entertainment. It’s a good 40-45mins to the nearest restaurant so make sure you book ahead for meals at the hotel as in advance booking is required. Area is really only the hotels site itself so if you don’t have activity’s booked with the hotel don’t stay here, the restaurant area serves alcohol and if there is a good group staying it can be lively

10/10 Exceptional

Great location

We needed a 1 night stopover between Napier and Wellington and found River Valley Lodge which looked lovely. However we didn't realise that this accommodation is more of a backpackers hostel and not a hotel as we initially thought. (Probably should have read the description properly). The location is amazing. We booked the deluxe chalet which was small but quaint and comfortable and had a river view. It was lovely listening to the sound of the river so close by. The bed was super comfy and had a great shower. No fridge though, storage for clothing or hairdryer. The main building (lodge) has dormitories on the first floor above the communal dining room and there seems to be a separate backpackers area with a kitchen. We pre-ordered dinner- it was beef night - so there are no other meal options but it was well cooked and lots of it. The staff were lovely and very attentive. There is a sauna and spa on site.(extra charge to use the spa) We enjoyed a moonlit spa under the trees. We really enjoyed our stay, and we plan on going back to do the 8 hour rafting trip (level 2) sometime.
Karen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Piece of paradise (if you know what to expect)

The lodge is a little oasis by the river. Given it’s location, you have to expect it to be a little isolated and for it to have a woodsy vibe (bugs included). If you know what you’re getting into, it’s awesome. The food is homey, locally sourced, and super yummy. The food is is great if you’re traveling for a good while and miss home cooked meals. Prices are super reasonable too. Beds are comfy, and the spa tub looking over the river was a special treat. The lodge does cater to a younger backpacking crowd (good to know, in case that’s not a fit for you), but we stayed in a private room so it didn’t bother us. Tad were super awesome and you can tell that they care about the guests and their bussiness. Wish we could have stayed longer!
James, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Young & Energetic

Good if you are young and energetic. It is the place of youth with energy which remind me the good time durign my mid 20's. If you purpose is purely for Grade 5 water rafting, staying is not a requirement.

2/10 Poor

Abusive staff ruined stay

Whilst our private double room was adequate, our stay was ruined by the rafting staff who repeatedly swore at us and threw drink over us. Despite being called c**ts, the complaint was barely dealt with by managerials and I hope this behaviour never happens again to future guests.
Ella, 1-night trip