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Maruia River Retreat

4.0 star property
4-star eco-certified lodge with free breakfast

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Karearea Cabin | View from room
Exterior
Reception

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Spa

Explore the area

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Shenandoah Highway, 2314, Shenandoah, Tasman Region, 7077
  • Nelson Lakes National Park
  • Mauria River Valley
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Buller Gorge
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Master Villa | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Master Villa

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxe Villa | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Luxe Villa

  • 377 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Shenandoah

On river.Stay at this Shenandoah lodge and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Mauria River Valley and 25 miles (40 km) of Murchison Museum. Boer War Memorial and Buller Gorge are also within 25 miles (40 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mauria River Valley - 2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Buller Gorge - 29 min drive - 27.0 miles
  • Murchison Museum - 29 min drive - 26.8 miles
  • Boer War Memorial - 30 min drive - 27.2 miles
  • Murchison Golf Club - 31 min drive - 28.1 miles

Getting around

  • Westport (WSZ) - 107 min drive

About this property

Maruia River Retreat

4-star eco-certified lodge with free breakfast
Maruia River Retreat offers its guests a hot tub and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the eco-certified Maruia River Retreat. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Shenandoah lodge is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Maruia River Retreat offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with outdoor private hot tubs and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include desks and dining tables. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Accommodations at this 4-star lodge have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, body scrubs, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 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 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 14 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 14 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the lodge before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 14 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Maruia River Retreat Lodge
Maruia River Retreat Shenandoah
Maruia River Retreat Lodge Shenandoah

Frequently asked questions

How close is Maruia River Retreat to the airport?

Maruia River Retreat is 69.8 mi (107-min drive) away from the Westport (WSZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Maruia River Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Maruia River Retreat offers an airport shuttle.

Does Maruia River Retreat offer free breakfast?

Maruia River Retreat offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Maruia River Retreat?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Maruia River Retreat?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Maruia River Retreat?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Maruia River Retreat have a pool?

Maruia River Retreat does not have a pool.

Does Maruia River Retreat have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Maruia River Retreat have a spa?

This lodge doesn't have a spa, but it does offer body treatments, massages, and Ayurvedic treatments.

How close is Maruia River Retreat to downtown Shenandoah?

Maruia River Retreat is 2.2 mi away from Shenandoah.

Maruia River Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved the peace & quiet & the cottages were spaced out so I was unaware of other guests. So welcoming & the spa was so relaxing & being in a natural setting added to the experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely amazing! Service was awesome and everything was spotless clean. Superfriendly and helpful staff and the food was healthy and delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019