Is River Birches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at River Birches?

As of Sep 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Birches on Oct 12, 2025 start from ￥63,043, excluding 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 Birches?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at River Birches?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

Does River Birches provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of NZD 150 per vehicle applies.

Where is River Birches located?

Situated on a river, this luxury lodge is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Tongariro National Trout Centre and within 12 mi (20 km) of Tokaanu Thermal Pools and Kuratau Jetty. Tongariro Alpine Crossing and Tree Trunk Gorge are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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About the neighborhood

Located in Turangi, River Birches is in a rural area and on a river. Tongariro National Trout Centre is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tokaanu Thermal Pools and Kuratau Jetty. Tongariro Alpine Crossing and Tree Trunk Gorge are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, horse riding, and mountain biking.

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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Nov 9, 2024

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Excellent choice for anglers or ramblers. Nice accommodation, hot tub soaking and sitting by a fire at night were great. Hosts are very knowledgeable about the area and make an enjoyable stay.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

May 29, 2025

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The owners are kind and gracious hosts. My trip was more spontaneous, and they did an incredible job in helping me put together a wonderful visit to Tongariro. The bed and bedding are excellent. The cedar hot tub is wonderful after a long day out. Most of all, the peace and quiet was great.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

mark

Dec 23, 2015

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

Perfect R&R.

Great location by Lake Taupo away from the busier tourist areas and great for outdoor activities such as tramping and fishing. Accommodation first class as was the hosting.

10/10 Excellent

James

Oct 10, 2023

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Awesome and professional hosts. Very new and peaceful. Five Stars

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia

Dec 21, 2023

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Beautiful modern lodge with gracious hosts. The property has a lot of indoor and outdoor public areas to relax with a glass of wine and book in hand. Rebecca and Jason are attentive, anticipating their clients needs, and are at the ready to make great dining and sightseeing recommendations. The private cedar hot tubs room side are to die for. Highly recommended.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Feb 25, 2023

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We were only there for a night & were upgraded from a room in the lodge, to the cottage, due to Cyclone Gabrielle which was just beautiful. Luckily Jason was able to get a booking for dinner that night at The Hare & Copper Eatery plus transport which was a great recommend, although the cottage had full cooking facilities. Just loved the design of the lodge & cottage!

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Jun 27, 2023

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sydney

Nov 9, 2020

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River Birches architectural quality and detail was exceptionally pleasing to the eye.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Feb 29, 2020

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Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Jan 16, 2020

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Very Welcoming 5-Star Lodge in Turangi

A fantastic lodge steps from the Tongariro river hiking trails and 15 minutes from the National Park. Jason was a great host. Breakfast was excellent. They are very welcoming and share lots of information and provide access to local guides and equipment. High praise from us!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Dec 30, 2019

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Perfect

Beautiful and relaxing, both luxurious and cozy. We highly recommend the 5-course dinner for an additional fee. The hiking and rafting vendors that River Birches can book for you are also excellent.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Aug 4, 2019

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Staff is very friendly and accommodating. Food was wonderful!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Apr 12, 2019

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This property is absolutely fantastic! The owners Jason and Rebecca were a complete delight. The property is gorgeous and located within a stone’s throw of great hiking and biking tracks not to mention world-class fishing.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Jan 12, 2019

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

Это было потрясающе! Очень красиво, уютно и потрясающе милые хозяева!

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Jan 11, 2019

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Dec 22, 2018

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Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Bing

Jun 14, 2018

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

Luxurious and comfort to visit

The house is amazing, elegant decoration and warm Lodge. They have a private hot spa and the environment follows Japanese spa style. All elements tell you you are on holiday and are free here. Anthony is a nice masterchief and every dish made by him is such delicious! I can tell the oyster they got is the best I have ever taken. Strongly recommended!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Mar 27, 2018

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Restful boutique luxury!

Spacious and beautifully appointed rooms and living/dining areas in an elegant East meets West style. Easy access to riverside walks a real bonus. Owners Jason and Rebecca were fantastic hosts, reaching out to us before our arrival for dinner arrangements and greeting us with welcome drinks in the serene English style garden. We had delicious hot breakfasts and beautifully presented multi course dinners in the lodge by private chef/host/tour adviser Anthony - easy decision to eat in every night after the first night's fantastic dinner featuring line caught trout and wild venison! Jason and Anthony had very helpful advice on tackling the Tongaririo Alpine Crossing and Rebecca made sure we had our hikers' lunches and very kindly sorted our post hike laundry. Our overall experience was of staying with friends in a very warm and welcoming elegantly designed home.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Dec 16, 2017

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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jecca

Dec 7, 2017

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Peaceful and relaxing oasis

We were looking for relaxing and comfortable accommodations close to the national park so that we could complete the alpine trail. We came across River Birches on Expedia, the pictures and reviews looked amazing and I am pleased to say that they were accurate. From the moment that we booked Jason and Rebecca (the owners) were in contact to make sure that our stay would be perfect, they checked our arrival time and had everything ready when we got there. As it was our honeymoon they even upgraded us to make our stay even special. Jason was so helpful in booking our private guide during the Trail which was amazing! Our guide Sal was so knowledgeable and provided lots of interesting facts along this 12 mile walk. The room was modern, clean and relaxing. It had a beautiful bright bathroom with all the amenities. The gardens looked like a Pinterest picture full of roses, tropical plants and herbs. If you want a relaxing stay, with people that care about your experience this is the place for you!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Nov 13, 2017

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

Luxury Lodge for fishing ans walking activities

Fly fishing on wild rivers with my son. Great cottage with fridge ready for our breakfast needs. Catered to my son's food problems wonderfully Full facilities to entertain or to use caterers to prepare a private dinner. Private dinner at the lodge was so fresh and tasty and beautifully presented. Hosts a delight surrounding so peaceful. river next door with great walking tracks.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017

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