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River Valley Lodge

3.0 star property
Riverside lodge with sauna and spa services

Photo gallery for River Valley Lodge

Front of property
Outdoor spa tub
Café
Interior detail
Massages

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$450
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

Explore the area

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266 Mangahoata Road RD2, Pukeokahu, 4792
  • Place, National Army Museum Te Mata Toa
  • Place, Taihape Gumboot
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Place, Taihape Town Hall
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, Valley View, Garden Area

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
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
Heated floor
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Pukeokahu

At River Valley Lodge, you'll be 28.8 km (17.9 mi) from Mt Stewart Reserve and 29 km (18 mi) from Taihape Town Hall. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, The River Valley Kitchen, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy the Hot tub and sauna as well as access to horse riding/hire and rafting. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 8 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of an area shuttle. .With a stay at this 3-property class Pukeokahu lodge, you'll be 29.1 km (18.1 mi) from Taihape Gumboot and 36.6 km (22.7 mi) from Mangaweka Adventure Co -.
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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

About this property

River Valley Lodge

Riverside lodge with sauna and spa services
River Valley Lodge offers its guests Access to hot tub and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business centre and 2 meeting rooms. Event space at this lodge measures 75 square feet (7 square metres) and includes conference space. Spa services, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at River Valley Lodge. An area shuttle within 30 kilometres is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Pukeokahu lodge.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 75 sq ft of conference space
  • 7 sq. m of conference space
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
River Valley Lodge offers 9 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and shared/communal kitchens. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Pukeokahu lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8 AM to 10 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 centre

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 lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • 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 organised 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
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • 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 and check-out are 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 alternative location: [Bar]

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 12 July and 28 July.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings 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 parking available at River Valley Lodge?

Yep, River Valley Lodge has a free self car park.

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

As of 8 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Valley Lodge on 23 Nov 2025 start from NZ$450.0, 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.

Is there a spa on site at River Valley Lodge?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.

What makes River Valley Lodge a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at River Valley Lodge.

Does River Valley Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily from 8 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at River Valley Lodge?

No, River Valley Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at River Valley Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at River Valley Lodge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at River Valley Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.