Maruia River Retreat
You are invited to leave the world behind and reconnect with mind, body and soul at the idyllic Maruia River Retreat in Murchison, on New Zealand’s South Island. Nestled within a 200-hectare estate (with 180 hectares made up of native beech forest), alongside the picturesque Maruia River, this is one of New Zealand’s leading wellness sanctuaries. Make time to relax, recharge and reset at this secluded adults-only retreat, where the practice of Japanese ‘forest bathing’ — taking long walks amid nature — is complemented by literal forest bathing in a secluded private hot tub, yoga classes (Friday to Sunday only) and exquisite cuisine.
Neatly nestled between Nelson and Christchurch, Maruia River Retreat is an extensive natural estate surrounded by the eponymous Maruia River, exquisite native beech forest, rugged mountain ranges, gardens and terraces. The estate’s beauty is best admired through its extensive wellness experiences, including long forest walks, bathing in the outdoor hot tub, scheduled yoga classes (Friday to Sunday only) and revitalising spa treatments. The property is approximately a two-hour drive from Nelson and 3.5 hours from Christchurch.
Airport transfers are not included in your package, please plan accordingly. Onsite parking is available free of charge.
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The Retreat — Find peace at New Zealand’s premier nature and wellness destination
Seek serenity at this blissfully secluded retreat, set within a 200-hectare estate of native forest and carefully manicured gardens, surrounded by rugged mountains and the scenic Maruia River. Offering a collection of just seven beautifully designed and exquisitely private luxury villas, Maruia River Retreat lets you escape the noise, clear your mind of life’s clutter and reset your soul on a truly tranquil escape.
Taking its name from the eponymous river, the property is surrounded by native beech forest canopy and perfectly kept gardens, ensuring an undisturbed escape from reality, with nature and wildlife as the soundtrack. Guests are encouraged to spend time ‘forest bathing’, an ancient Japanese practice that emphasises the health benefits of walking amid nature undisturbed. Begin your mornings with yoga on selected days, led by the retreat’s owners, and end it with a private soak in the forest hot tub.
At the heart of the retreat, you will find the Main Lodge – a former fishing lodge, beautifully restored and transformed into a luxurious, minimalist retreat. This breezy, open space houses a contemporary bar, luxe dining room and serene spa, offering a menu of therapeutic treatments.
Your Handpicked Inclusions – Awaken your senses with daily breakfast, yoga, forest bathing amid nature, spa credit and more
Days begin with a delicious continental breakfast, made with ingredients sourced from local producers. The spread changes with the seasons, offering delights such as freshly baked bread, local honey, assorted cheese and cold cuts, and fresh fruit.
Immerse yourself in the retreat’s healing practices with a daily one-hour forest bathing session, including access to the chroma-sauna, followed by a private soak in the outdoor stoked hot tub as you unwind and listen to the sounds of nature. Complement your newfound love of forest bathing with scheduled yoga classes (Friday to Sunday only), hosted by the retreat’s owners.
Make the most of NZ$25 spa credit per villa, per stay, and treat yourself to a relaxing treatment at the spa, using signature aromatherapy products designed to complement your selected therapy while harmonising mind, body and soul.
As the sun melts away, return to the lodge, where you can unwind with a glass of wine, beer or Little Biddy gin and tonic per person, per day.
Admire the stunning views from your villa a little longer with 12pm checkout or make the most of your last day in nature with a final morning spent strolling through the forest.
- Restaurant
- Yoga and meditation classes (Monday to Sunday only)
- Spa
- Guided walks
- Outdoor activities
- Wi-Fi (main lodge only)
Surcharges may apply to select facilities and services
Important Update: From March 24, 2022, a new cancellation policy applies to this offer:
Free cancellation: You can cancel your booking for Cudo credit up until 21 days prior to the original check-in date. This can be done via self-service in your ‘My Escapes’ account. Your Cudo credit will be valid for 12 months from the date of cancellation. Credits are not transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash.
Please note this does not apply to insurance or flights booked with Cudo. Flight fulfilment is provided by the airline(s) selected at the time of finalising the booking. For your air travel, you are bound by the terms and conditions and fare rules of the selected airline(s).
UPDATED 9.45am 6.4.2021: A previous version of this deal incorrectly stated that villas had bathtubs and Wi-Fi. Wi-Fi is available at the main lodge only.
Valid for travel from 1 April 2021 until 31 May 2022 (bookings must be made before 31 March 2022).
Important: The property does not accept guests aged 13 years and under. Guests must be aged 14 years and over to stay.
Blackout Dates Apply. Dates are identified in the Booking Calendar.
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Feel Like Changing Your Dates? No Worries… If your booking is with a property located in Australia or New Zealand you can make unlimited changes to the date of your hotel booking, as long as it’s at least 21 days before your original check-in date. If the property is located in any other country you may make unlimited date changes up to 1 day before check-in. This is provided you choose dates that are of an equal value and are available. Any change to booking dates is subject to availability and must be made online in accordance with our Terms and Conditions. Please note unlimited changes are not applicable for flights.
Please Note:
- All guests must be aged 14 years or over.
- Sauna and Private Sauna Experience: Advanced bookings are essential for the daily one-hour chroma-sauna and private forest hot tub experience, subject to availability. Please contact the hotel for more information. The experience is valid between 8am and 10pm daily.
- Yoga: Yoga classes are held from Friday to Sunday only. Advance bookings are essential for yoga classes. Please contact the hotel for more information.
- Spa credit can be used towards a 60-minute massage or 90-minute massage per person. Advanced bookings are essential. Please contact the hotel for more information. The included spa credit must be used during your stay. Any unused credit will be forfeited and is not transferable or redeemable for cash.
- Menus are subject to change without notice.
- Breakfast is served between 9.30am and 11am daily.
- Nightly drink is a choice of local or international craft beer, beer on tap, Liddy Biddy G&T, glass of house wine and bottled juices only.
- Wi-Fi is only available in the Main Lodge.
- Important: The property does not accept guests aged 13 years and under. Guests must be aged 14 years and over to stay.
Important: The hotel and New Zealand requires
- All guests, staff and visitors to the hotel must follow the guidelines set out by the New Zealand government ‘traffic lights’ system to ensure the health and safety of guests, staff, their families and community.
- When the traffic light system comes into effect, all guests will be asked to present their Vaccine Passes. Only those with valid vaccine passes and valid government-approved exemptions will proceed with the reservation.
- If you are unable to present a valid Vaccine pass, the reservation will not proceed and any payments received will be fully refunded for the amount net of any bank or card-related transaction fees within 48 hours of the cancellation date.
- Please note – the above requirements may be subject to change. Please check with the hotel, destination, and transport providers you are travelling with for up-to-date health and vaccination requirements prior to your departure.
The property, facilities and dining are subject to government regulations and restrictions. Please check the property website for the most up-to-date information as some of the services may be impacted.
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