We stayed here lately as a couple. Our river side room was gorgeous, and the location really is stunning... just be warned that the roads are truely treacherous getting here. When you feel like your have gone too far along the road... keep going, its ages away!! The staff were almost patronising to our response when we innocently asked had... More

Stayed at river valley with the kiwi experience so hadn't chosen this lodge but was very pleased that someone had chosen this place for us! The surroundings are beautiful, so peaceful. Would recommend using the 'flying fox' across the river and hiking up the hill to a point which has a sign to say you climbed all the way to... More

Despite paying $175 for a River View room it was so small we couldn't swing a cat, it was very basic, no wine glasses, uncomfortable bed, Mosquitos and the cockroaches must have come as optional extras - which we didn't chose. Skylight in ceiling didn't have a blind so sun woke us up at 5am. Disappointing that you come to... More

We saved this for our last week of 6 weeks in NZ and are so glad we did. We booked a luxury ensuite for 6 nights which had a huge and very comfortable bed, and heated floors in the bathroom (which I *love*). We booked the package with all meals included as we knew it is very remote without option... More

River Valley is amazing! Incredible location, friendly staff & great chocolate chip cookies! We visit there a couple of times a year as my husband loves to fish. While is fishes, I do yoga, take a walk and spend time in the hot tub. If you are a fly fishing widow you will love River Valley! More

If you like the outdoors then you will love River Valley. It is my "happy place". More

I'm very surprised to read the other reviews.. The beds are very comfy, the grounds are clean (and I'm a clean freak)... This place offers everything from very basic backpacking lodging to romantic private rooms on the river. I've considered having my wedding here one day as there are so many activites to do like horse riding, rafting, hiking, fishing... More

i came to river valley with three friends(19,20,21 and 22) and we stayed for a few days. we were so happy with the scenery and our rooms and excited for the days ahead. we didnt have a room with a kitchen or bathroom but they were very close by. the staff was friendly, ecspecially jess the cook- we were her... More

My husband and I had high expectations due to the price being so high - $175 for a Riverside Ensuite! When we arrived we were ushered into a room that was TINY and certainly NOT a riverside room. When I approached the workers, they told me of a mistake that their new 'booking system accidently' doubled booked us. I expressed... More