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The River Lodge

★★★★ 206 Mangawhero River Road, Ohakune, NZ

9.6 guest rating· 100 reviews

About this hotel

Spectacular Views and Relaxation

The River Lodge offers stunning views of Mount Ruapehu and Mangawhero River, providing a picturesque backdrop for relaxation. Guests can unwind in the 6-person hot tub or lounge in a hammock by the river, indulging in the tranquility of nature.

Convenient Amenities and Services

From free breakfast and WiFi to complimentary parking, guests at The River Lodge enjoy a range of convenient amenities. The lodge also features BBQ facilities, spacious viewing decks, and a laundry service, ensuring a comfortable and hassle-free stay.

Local Experiences and Activities

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Ohakune with the help of The River Lodge staff, who can assist in organizing various local activities. Whether it's trout fishing guides, summer walks, or winter snow shuttles, guests can easily explore the area's attractions and adventures.

Book your stay at The River Lodge now to experience a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and natural beauty.

Rooms & rates

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King Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 33 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

This beautifully appointed, country-style room features an extra large king bed, complimentary tea and coffee and a satellite TV. Bed linen, towels and toiletries are provided. Guests can access the large shared guest lounge downstairs, which features a wood burner, wide range of books and several sofas. Also available to use is a shared main kitchen and BBQ area, free of charge. Maximum occupancy is 2, including 2 adults or 1 adult and 1 child (2 years and over).

One-Bedroom Lodge Suite

Sleeps 3 · 41 m² · Twin bed, Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

This lovely refurbished lodge suite offers an additional sun room with a day bed. It offers views of the entryway and back gardens through to the Mangawhero River. The suite includes a refrigerator, tea/coffee making facilities, bed linen, towels and toiletries. It offers access to a large guest lounge downstairs, which includes a wood burner and satellite TV . This suite can accommodate 2 adults and 1 child (5 years and over) or 3 adults.

Chalet, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, River View

Sleeps 4 · 41 m² · King bed, Twin bed, Twin bed

  • Furnished balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 King Bed, 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bed</strong></p><p>440-sq-foot room, furnished balcony/patio with river views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom </p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch Smart TV with satellite channels and Netflix</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, microwave, coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Egyptian cotton linens and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board (on request) and wardrobe or closet; cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Hardwood flooring in room</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Limited housekeeping, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Comfort Room, 2 Bedrooms, Ensuite, River View

Sleeps 3 · 41 m² · King bed, Twin bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi
  • Shower

<p><strong>1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed</strong></p><p>441-sq-foot room, located on the top floor, river views</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - 2 bedrooms </p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch Smart TV with satellite channels and Netflix</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, and toaster</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Egyptian cotton linens and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board (on request) and wardrobe or closet; cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - High pile carpet in room</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Limited housekeeping, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Romantic Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Mountain View

Sleeps 2 · 33 m² · King bed

  • Furnished balcony or patio
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>350-sq-foot room, located on the top floor, furnished balcony/patio with garden views</p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 32-inch Smart TV with satellite channels and Netflix</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, microwave, coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Egyptian cotton linens and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board (on request) and wardrobe or closet</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - High pile carpet in room</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Limited housekeeping, no cribs (infant beds) available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Suite with Mountain View

Sleeps 3 · 35 m² · Twin bed, Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Enjoy magnificent views of Mt Ruapehu and the gardens. Located on the 1st floor of the lodge, this very spacious suite with timber rafters and timber lined ceilings has a Californian king-size bed, an additional single bed, breakfast table, private bathroom and walk-in wardrobe. You can also enjoy the views from the balcony, which is shared with one other room. Walk around the property, along the river and enjoy the peace and tranquility. This suite is located on the 1st floor, with staircase access only.

Cottage with River View

Sleeps 4 · 41 m² · 2× Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

This private cottage features timber lined interiors and rafters, a generous sized viewing deck and is located beside the Mangawhero River. Superbly appointed with a wood-burning fireplace for the cooler evenings. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 4 (see Hotel Policies).

Cottage with Mountain View

Sleeps 4 · 41 m² · 2× Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

This private cottage features a spacious viewing deck to enjoy views of Mt Ruapehu. Superbly appointed with a wood-burning fireplace for the cooler evenings. Please note that the price is based on 2 guests. Maximum occupancy is 4 (see Hotel Policies).

One-Bedroom Chalet

Sleeps 4 · 44 m² · 2× Sofa bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker

This chalet's standout features are the private pool, hot tub and fireplace. Featuring a private entrance, this chalet consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a refrigerator, a microwave and a toaster in the kitchenette. The chalet also provides guests with a barbecue. Boasting a terrace with garden views, this chalet also provides a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit offers 3 beds.

One-Bedroom Chalet

Sleeps 4 · 44 m² · 2× Sofa bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker

Guests will have a special experience as this chalet provides a private pool, a hot tub and a fireplace. Boasting a private entrance, this chalet includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Guests will find a refrigerator, a microwave and a toaster in the kitchenette. The chalet also features a barbecue. Featuring a terrace with garden views, this chalet also offers a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit has 3 beds.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Bar
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Pets allowed
  • Pet bowls
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Golf course
  • Ski school
  • Ski storage
  • Ski-to-door access
  • Skiing
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour desk
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  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Airport drop off
  • Airport pick up
  • Babysitting/child services
  • BBQ facilities
  • Bike tours
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Canoeing
  • Cashless payment available
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Cycling
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fishing
  • Fruits
  • Garden
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Key access
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Picnic area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Shared kitchen
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Terrace
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Vending machine - drinks
  • Walking tours
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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206 Mangawhero River Road, Ohakune, NZ

Check-in
from 04:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say9.6100 reviews

+ Beautiful property+ Great host+ Comfortable rooms
Cleanliness9.3
Service10.0
Location9.8
Room Quality9.3
Amenities9.8
Value for Money9.3

Guest review

10.0

Very nice place to stay with wonderful breakfast. It’s clean and comfortable, quiet and cosy. Very warm and welcoming host. The place is easy access to the Ohakune town centre and the ski fields.

Zhuoshi · NZ · 2026-07-19

Lovely place to spend with family and friends. I would come back again next time.

10.0

Property manager was very nice and easy to talk to. My family needed to leave early to go to Whakapapa during our stay and he offered to provide early breakfast for us at 6:30am.

Theo · NZ · 2026-07-15

A perfect place to stay!

10.0

The river Lodge was one of the best places we have ever stayed. Dani was an excellent host and very helpful. I had a bad cold actually strep throat and he was helpful in arranging for a doctor‘s visit and my husband lost a crown and he made arrangements for a dentist. Our room was quite lovely, well appointed, and the bathroom was very modern and updated. Excellent shower and extremely comfortable bed. The room actually had a toaster, coffee maker, small heater, refrigerator, etc. Our breakfast was delicious and he was willing to cook eggs or anything else that we asked for. The grounds were impeccable, with many flowers and beautiful trees. There was a comfortable sitting area as well, by a fireplace, and although we did not use it while we were there, it was available to us. He gave us a good recommendation for a restaurant which we enjoyed. This is a wonderful place to stay and we highly recommend it.

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judy · US · 2026-02-22

I couldn’t recommend The River Lodge enough! Went with a few mates for Mardi Gras weekend. Daniel the owner was super ac

10.0
Caitlyn · NZ · 2026-01-19

Guest review

10.0

Tolle bequeme Lodge mit einem super Gastgeber. Es blieben keine Wünsche offen und das Frühstück war ebenso toll. Klare Empfehlung!

Julian · DE · 2026-01-17

Fantastisch!

10.0

Alles war bestens. Daniel ist extrem gastfreundlich und sehr hilfsbereit. Die Lage ist sehr friedlich und ruhig. Das Haus hat Charme. Das Frühstück ist besonders toll. Es gibt liebevoll angerichtete Teller mit Obst, Wurst, Käse und frisch zubereitete Eierspeisen. Hier bleibt kein Wunsch unerfüllt. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Daniel war auch behilflich bei der Organisation des Busses zum Tongariro Crossing, der einen an der Lodge abholt und zurückbringt. Super Service.

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Gudrun · DE · 2026-01-09

Good to know

If you expect to arrive after 21:00, please contact the property prior to 15:00 on the day of arrival using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that access to The River Lodge is from the Raetihi Ohakune Road end of Mangawhero River Road. Burns Street is a no through road.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children 6 years old stay for free when using an available cot.

Children 15 years old stay for NZD 30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

People 16 years old and over stay for NZD 60 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.