Description
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this lodge include complimentary wireless internet access, ski storage, and tour/ticket assistance.. Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. A roundtrip a… more
Located in Turangi, River Birches is on a river, a 2-minute drive from Tongariro National Trout Centre and 5 minutes from Tokaanu Thermal Pools. This luxury lodge is 11.6 mi (18.6 km) from Kuratau Jetty and 14.9 mi (23.9 km) from Tongariro Alpine Crossing.. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 1.4 km / 0.8 mi Tongariro National Trout Centre - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi River Vineyard - 3.6 km / 2.3 mi Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 6.5 km / 4 mi Lake Taupō - 6.9 km / 4.3 mi Tongariro National Park - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi Lake Rotopounamu - 12.2 km / 7.6 mi Kuratau Jetty - 18.6 km / 11.6 mi Tongariro Alpine Crossing - 23.9 km / 14.9 mi Tree Trunk Gorge - 27 km / 16.8 mi Five Mile Bay - 36.1 km / 22.5 mi Mangatepopo Trail Head - 43.4 km / 27 mi The Landing Lake Taupō - 43.7 km / 27.2 mi Three Mile Bay - 45.6 km / 28.3 mi Four Mile Bay - 46.1 km / 28.7 mi The preferred airport for River Birches is Taupō Airport (TUO) - 44.5 km / 27.7 mi . Near Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre.
Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge..
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- Air conditioning
- Heating (free of charge)
- Additional services
- Laundry
- Laundry Service
- Lift
- Maid
- Self-service laundry
- Washing machine
- Reception
- Concierge service
- Multilingual staff
- Porter service
- Reception
- Entertainment
- Games room
- TV lounge
- Parking
- Nearby parking
- Parking
- Shuttle transfer
- Airport transfer
- Shuttle
- Smoking
- Smoke detector
- Smoking area
- Wi-Fi
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Free Internet
- High-speed cable connection
- Services
- Barbecue
- Bike rental
- Breakfast in bed
- Café
- Car rental
- Fax/photocopier
- Fireplace
- Garden
- Hair dryer
- Iron
- Laundry
- Library
- Lockers
- Luggage storage
- Microwave
- Private check-in / check-out
- Public bathroom
- Room service
- Sale of tickets
- Sale of tours
- Sun terrace
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Children
- Babysitting service
- Kids' audiovisual material
- Kids' board games
- Swimming pools
- Children’s playground
- Outdoor pool
- Bars
- Bar
- Restaurants
- Barbecue / grill
- High chairs
- Menu for diabetics (on request)
- Shared kitchen
- Gym and SPA
- Gym
- Hot tub
- Massages
- Spa
- Activities
- Bike rental
- Golf
- Golf course
- Golf course within 3 km
- Skiing
- Tennis court
- Accessibility
- Facilities for people with disabilities
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cafstrat
Binghamton, New York
25/05/2026
“A vacation from our vacation!”
We had a wonderful two-night stay at River Birches during our 7 week New Zealand journey. Jason and Rebeca created a private, beautiful, and quiet oasis for their guests. The property was impeccably appointed, with every detail and need considered. Jason was incredibly helpful, facilitating dinner… more
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Sue A
15/05/2026
“Fantastic Stay at the River Birches”
We were made to feel very welcome as soon as we arrived at the River Birches. The accommodation itself was outstanding, with everything you could possibly need in the room. We felt very pampered. The hot tub was an absolute treat—luxurious and relaxing especially sitting under the stars on a chil… more
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Str_Bell
New York City, New York
29/04/2026
“Beautiful”
Stunning, secluded property -- feels like an oasis. Way more luxurious than we expected. Rebecca and Jason are very kind hosts, who care enough to focus on the small touches too: e.g. the hot tub was ready when we reached. Excellent breakfast. Highly, highly recommended.
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Peter W
03/04/2026
“We Wish We Could Live There”
We don't have the words to describe how beautiful River Birches Lodge is. The design is impeccable. Jason and Rebeca are great hosts, warm and friendly, and made us feel right at home. The room was very well appointed, and the cedar hot tub was an unexpected bonus. They included a lovely breakfast … more
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Martin S
East Horsley, United Kingdom
01/03/2026
“A wonderful oasis with delightful hosts.”
A wonderful oasis. Jason and Rebecca are delightful and gracious hosts and the lodge is beautiful, luxurious and wonderfully comfortable. Our only mistake was to book only one night. Treat yourself and stay longer.
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