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The Duchess's Room
Luxury
5.0 star property
10

Exceptional

Serene escape with river views

Exceptionally pleasing to the eye, this serene retreat offers modern, clean rooms with river views and easy access to hiking trails. Unwind in private cedar hot tubs or savour a fresh, beautifully presented private dinner at the lodge.

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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19 Koura Street, Turangi, Taupo, 3334
  • Place, Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Tongariro National Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Whakapapa Ski Area
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Airport, Taupō Airport (TUO)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

The Admirals Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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The Duchess's Room

The Duchess's Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

The Major's Room

  • Garden view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Luxury Cottage | Garden view

Luxury Cottage

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 250 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

The Admirals Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Private kitchen

Luxury Cottage

  • Sleeps 7
  • Free Wi-Fi

The Majors Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Bathroom

The Duchesss Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Exclusive use of River Birches

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 17
  • 6 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Two bedroom (Major's and Admirals)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Two Bedroom (Major's And Admirals)

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Exclusive Use Of River Birches

  • Sleeps 17
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Turangi

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.
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What's nearby

  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 5 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Tongariro National Park - 6 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Whakapapa Ski Area - 41 min drive - 63.2 km
  • Taupō Hot Springs - 46 min drive - 59.9 km

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rust - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Delta Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Turangi Tavern - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Thyme For Food - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Bakehouse Cafe and Roasts - ‬18 min walk

About this property

River Birches

River Birches offers 4 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottled water. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 4 air-conditioned rooms featuring heated floors. Your Select Comfort bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, while iPod docking stations help you enjoy your music in the comfort of your room. Conveniences include desks and minibars, and housekeeping is provided daily.
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.
Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • In-room cot

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2010
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels
  • IPod dock
  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heated floor
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 8 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 415 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 150 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 150 (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 415 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

River Birches House Turangi
River Birches Turangi
River Birches Lodge Turangi
River Birches Lodge
River Birches Lodge
River Birches Turangi
River Birches Lodge Turangi

River Birches Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a wonderful venue. We could’ve stayed there for days. The hosts were very attentive and provided good information. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian, Doral

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an amazing lodge to stay while we travelled around Tongariro National Park. The owners are very friendly and want to make your stay as pleasant as possible. I would HIGHLY recommend staying in this hidden gem. If I ever come back I will most certainly stay here again. Also, their breakfast was outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Timothy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Cecilia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

James, los angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome and professional hosts. Very new and peaceful. Five Stars
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Sydney, Auckland

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
River Birches architectural quality and detail was exceptionally pleasing to the eye.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

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 traveller

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

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 traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very friendly and accommodating. Food was wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bing

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 traveller

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

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

Jecca, Houston, Texas

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

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, Brisbane

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

10/10 Excellent

mark, Auckland

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

Tobias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rebecca and Jason are amazing hosts and go out of their way for their guests!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan Francisco

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

Increíble lugar!

Este hospedaje fue uno de los mejores que hemos tenido. El lugar está increible y los host fueron magníficos.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roman

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 traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017