Ratings based on 18 Verified Reviews
5.0 Room cleanliness
4.9 Service & staff
4.7 Room comfort
4.8 Hotel condition
Expedia Verified Reviews
by A verified traveler
Posted 11 Feb 2024
The River Lodge is a beautiful property set in lovely grounds. We had a large beautiful room, very comfortable bed, lovely bathroom and a balcony with a wonderful view of the mountain. We had fabulous breakfasts and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The only downside is that it is quite remote - about a 10 minute drive into Ohakune.
Comment from Hotel Management
23 Feb 2024 by Daniel Schlumpf, Hotel Management
HI Davidthank you very much for your positive review and even more for staying at The River Lodge. And yes, we are 7 minutes away from town. We think that this is not to far and guests have also the options to cook here (in the main kitchen). So lots of options. All the best for you and cheers, Dani
by A verified traveler
Posted 26 Sep 2023
We absolutely loved our stay at the river lodge. We came here to ski in Turoa but the weather is against us. Daniel’s warm brand new chalet with hot water jacuzzi and nice wine made our day in those raining days. Oh and my son loved Netflix too!
Highly recommend, it’s the best accommodation in the area, will not need to look else where if we come ski again in Whakapapa and Turoa.
Comment from Hotel Management
5 Oct 2023 by Dani, Hotel Management
Hi Yu, thank you very much for choosing The River Lodge. We are glad that you enjoyed the stay. All the best and maybe another day. Cheers, Dani
by A verified traveler
Posted 28 Aug 2023
The chalets are clean, comfortable and have a beautiful woodwork. Breakfast just great and our family felt welcome from the start to the end. Will surelly be back.
Comment from Hotel Management
5 Sep 2023 by Daniel Schlumpf, Hotel Management
Hi Otavio, thank you very much for choosing The River Lodge. We are glad that you enjoyed the stay. All the best and maybe another day. Cheers, Dani
by A verified traveler
Posted 22 Jul 2023
The host was lovely, and the cabins are just gorgeous. I thoroughly enjoyed our stay, and look forward to returning.
Comment from Hotel Management
22 Jul 2023 by Dani, Hotel Management
Thanks for your very appreciated review. Great that you enjoy it here. Cheers, Dani
by A verified traveler from Washington
Posted 4 Jan 2023
A real gem in the countryside near ohakune with a great view of the mountain
Comment from Hotel Management
6 Jan 2023 by Daniel Schlumpf, Hotel Management
Hi Timothy, thank you very much for your positive feedback and cool, that you liked the stay here. All the best any may another day. Cheers, Dani
by A verified traveler
Posted 27 Jul 2022 on Lastminute
Amazing place, great host, pet friendly too, although I would advise if you taking your dog and plan on hiking or playing in snow to do your research first. The whole nature reserve is DOC controlled and no dogs allowed. If no dog then no worry, you wont regret this beautiful accommodation.
by A verified traveler
Posted 5 Oct 2021 on Hotels
Fantastic setting and great service
Comment from Hotel Management
14 Oct 2021 by Daniel Schlumpf, Hotel Management
Hi Penny, thank staying at The River Lodge. Cool that you enjoyed it. All the best and maybe another time, cheers Dani
by A verified traveler
Posted 8 Aug 2021
by A verified traveler
Highly Recommended
Posted 28 Oct 2020 on HotelsBeautiful location, welcoming and friendly host, fantastic breakfast.
Comment from Hotel Management
3 Nov 2020 by Daniel, Hotel Management
Hi, thank you very much for your positive review and even more for your visit. Was great to have you here, cheers Dani
by A verified traveler from Titahi Bay
Posted 4 Oct 2019 on Wotif
We stayed in a self contained chalet and really enjoyed it, especially the wood fire which kept the chalet warm all night even though it was very cold outside.
Our host Daniel was superb! He found maps for the bike trails we wanted to do, gave us tips on great places to eat out (and discount vouchers). He provided a delicious rich continental breakfast both mornings and told us about a place we could visit on our way back to Wellington (Whitecliffs Boulders near Mangaweka). We did just that and it was well worth the walk.
Comment from Hotel Management
6 Oct 2019 by Daniel & his cats, Hotel Management
Thank you very much for your very appreciated review and even more for staying at The River Lodge. Makes me happy that you also enjoyed the Whitecliff Boulder. Our insider tip, do not tell anyone!! psssst...
;-)
All the best and cheers from Ohakune, Daniel
