River Valley Lodge

Property class: 3

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You can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden at River Valley Lodge. Active travellers can enjoy horse riding, cycling and rafting 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. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a fireplace in reception.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
The current price is €224
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

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A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread and pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small wooden bench.

Standard Double or Twin Room, Valley View, Garden Area

  • Valley view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Located in Pukeokahu, River Valley Lodge is in a rural area and on a river. Taihape Gumboot is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mt Stewart Reserve and Mangaweka Adventure Co -. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding. Visit our Pukeokahu travel guide
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266 Mangahoata Road RD2, Pukeokahu, 4792

What's nearby

  • Mt Stewart Reserve
    58 min drive - 31.6 km
  • Taihape Gumboot
    59 min drive - 32.3 km
  • Taihape Town Hall
    60 min drive - 33.0 km

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 travellers can enjoy horse riding, cycling and rafting 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 reception, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Free self-parking
    • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and a local area shuttle
    • 2 meeting rooms, a banquet hall and luggage storage
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
    • Bathrooms with heated floors and showers
    • Communal kitchens, full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves

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Frequently asked questions

Is River Valley Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at River Valley Lodge?

As of 24 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Valley Lodge on 23 Nov 2026 start from €224, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is River Valley Lodge located?

Situated on a river, this lodge is within 20 miles (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 miles (52 km).

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Reviews

River Valley Lodge Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

8.8

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Absolutely amazing, Great staff, good food and excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so friendly and the room was so cozy and smelled amazing! I will definitely be planning a longer stay in the future to enjoy more of the lodge and river!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It simply surpassed my expectations in every way - very friendly staff and it’s in a simply stunning location. I plan to go back - frequently!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay, beautiful surrounds & great staff. The food was phenominal
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A bit of a trek but a great location! I would come back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amazing location

Amazing location: in beautiful lush forest, next to a river!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

舒適雙人床

空間大、乾淨、但不夠暖氣
Stayed 1 night in May 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Room comfort

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.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018