Tongariro River Retreat, Turangi
Overview
The backpacker Tongariro River Retreat Turangi hostel is 25 minutes' walk from Major Jones Swing Bridge and offers bicycles for rent. Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, this hostel also offers parking on site for guests with cars.
Location
Vertical Assault is right near the Turangi hostel, while Taupo airport is 45 km away. Turangi Golf Club is located 2.3 km from the property.
This hostel is situated in the immediate vicinity of Rafting New Zealand.
Transportation alternatives in the area comprise Turangi Customer and Visitor Centre bus stop, which is within easy reach of Tongariro River Retreat hostel.
Rooms
Featuring towels, the private bathrooms are also fitted with a shower.
Eat & Drink
Valentinos Italian Restaurant restaurant is located right around the corner from this Turangi property. A shared kitchen is offered in the hostel.
Leisure & Business
Ski facilities feature ski hire.
Services
This Turangi hostel provides 24-hour front desk assistance and late check-out service.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Free parking
- Off-site car park
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Ski storage
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Skiing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Shared kitchen
Services
- Housekeeping
- Ski equipment hire
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- Picnic area/ Tables
Children
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Heating
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
Self-catering
- Shared kitchen
Recommended for:
Fly FishingExperienced guides take guests on a private fly fishing excursion on the Tongariro River for renowned trout catches.
Walking ToursExpert guides lead nighttime tours of the bird sanctuary and daytime tours of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, with a gourmet picnic and refreshments.
Bird WatchingStay in a private observation deck and watch native species of endemic birds, such as the kereru pigeon, and spot the rare whio duck in the nearby stream.
Star GazingA private tour of the night sky with the hotel's telescope and astronomy guide.
ForagingGo on a guided hunt around the Retreat grounds, foraging for ingredients such as pine mushrooms and horopito (a wild pepper) used in the hotel's kitchen.
Wild Food Cooking CourseReceive a master class in foraging and cooking wild food with Chef Ben in his kitchen.
- Campfire Stories
- Wine Tasting
- Fruit Orchard Visit
- Private Outdoor Bathing
- Yoga Instructors
- Book Exchange
- Art Classes
- Cooking Classes
Location
* Situated along the Tongariro River, the retreat is near Tongariro National Park, Mount Ruapehu, and Lake Taupo. * The area offers trout fishing in the renowned Tongariro River, scenic hiking trails, and boutique vineyards. * Tongariro Alpine Crossing, Orakei Korako Cave and Thermal Park, and Craters of the Moon are ideal for outdoor enthusiasts.
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