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River Birches

5.0 star property
Luxury lodge in Turangi with free parking

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The Duchess's Room | 6 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Luxury Cottage | Garden view
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River Birches, near Tokaanu Thermal Pools, offers a peaceful escape. Guests enjoy the garden terrace or borrow bikes to visit Tongariro National Trout Centre. The lodge provides WiFi in rooms and an outdoor entertainment area that consistently earns positive reviews from visitors.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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6 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

The Major's Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton linens
6 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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The Duchess's Room | 6 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

The Duchess's Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Down duvet
Egyptian cotton linens
6 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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6 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

The Admirals Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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6 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Two bedroom (Major's and Admirals)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
6 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
Select Comfort bed
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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6 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Exclusive use of River Birches

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
6 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 6 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 17
  • 6 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Luxury Cottage | Garden view

Luxury Cottage

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 2691 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 King Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
19 Koura Street, Turangi, Taupo, 3334

What's nearby

  • Turangi i-SITE Visitor Centre - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Tongariro National Trout Centre - 3 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Tokaanu Thermal Pools - 6 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Lake Taupō - 7 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • River Vineyard - 11 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Taupō Airport (TUO) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Delta Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Turangi Bakery & Cafe - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Riverside Bar & Restaurant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Hydro Eatery - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Turangi Fish & Chips, Chicken & Roast - ‬19 min walk

About this property

River Birches

Luxury lodge near Tongariro National Trout Centre
Located close to Tokaanu Thermal Pools, River Birches provides an airport shuttle, a terrace, and a garden. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this lodge. In addition to an outdoor entertainment area and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • Tour/ticket assistance, outdoor furniture, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at River Birches feature comforts such as premium bedding and heated floors, as well as perks like pillow menus and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and Select Comfort beds
  • Separate tubs/showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Wardrobes/closets, heated floors, and free infant beds

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

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 elevator

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 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

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

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 major 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

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

Frequently asked questions

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 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Birches on Oct 6, 2025 start from $420.49, 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.

What time is check-out at River Birches?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

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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