Maruia River Retreat

Neatly nestled between Nelson and Christchurch, Maruia River Retreat is an extensive natural estate that enjoys a secluded location surrounded by the Maruia River, native beech forest and rugged mountain ranges. The retreat is approximately a two-hour drive from Nelson Airport (NSN) or a three-hour drive from Christchurch International Airport (CHC). Airport transfers are not included in your package, please plan accordingly.

Need flights? Our dedicated flights concierge can assist with your flight requirements (subject to availability). Contact sales@luxuryescapes.com.

Valid for travel until 20 June 2026 (bookings must be made before 30 April 2026).

Child Policy: Guests under 14 are not permitted and cannot be accommodated.

Blackout Dates & Surcharges: A non-refundable surcharge per room, per night may apply, payable at the time of booking. Dates and prices are identified in the Booking Calendar. Blackout dates may apply.

7-Day Change of Mind ‘No Questions Asked’ Refund Guarantee: Things don’t always work out. Our 7-day Change of Mind Guarantee is there to help. Bookings (except for cruise bookings, flights and deposit fee, if applicable, which are subject to the cancellation terms of the relevant supplier) may be cancelled with a full refund provided that cancellation occurs strictly within 7 days from the date of purchase and provided that the cancellation is made no less than 14 days prior to the check-in date. Excludes flight and service fee, if applicable.

• Cancellations outside of the 7-Day Change of Mind period will not be provided, except as required by Australian Consumer Law, your local law or as otherwise provided for in the Fine Print.

Date Changes: If you need to amend your booking, you can self-service unlimited date changes in your ‘My Escapes’ account up until 90 days before your original check-in date. If you can’t find a suitable date, or still need further assistance, please contact our 24/7 customer service team. Subject to availability and surcharges.

Please Note:

• Dining inclusions do not include drinks (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice.
• Breakfast is served between 9.15am and 11am at the Dining Lounge of the Main Lodge.
• Nightly three-course dinner is served at 7pm at the Dining Lounge of the Main Lodge.
• Nightly drink is served from 6pm (drink orders begin at 2pm) at the Bar and Lounge of the Main Lodge, with a choice of craft beer, wine or Little Biddy gin and tonic.
• The times of the two-hour private infrared chroma-therapy and Finnish dry sauna session, and the two-hour private forest hot tub experience will be confirmed with guests once they provide their arrival time.
• Advance bookings for yoga are essential and only available Friday through Sunday. Please contact the hotel for more information.
• Guided forest walk is weather-dependent and requires advance bookings.
• The Maruia River Retreat Luxe-Care-Kit includes either a homemade beeswax candle or Maruia homemade honey.
• Late checkout at 12pm is subject to availability.
• Wi-Fi is available in the Main Lodge and Wellness Centre only.
• The property is closed on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. It also closes for winter. The retreat is open until 23 June 2025 and reopens September 2025 to June 2026. Please contact the hotel for exact dates every year.

We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Refer to the website’s terms and conditions.

Fine Print and package inclusions are accurate at the time of purchase and not subject to change, unless updates or corrections are specifically noted in the latest Fine Print with a timestamp. Please check the Fine Print prior to departure for any updates.

Images are for illustrative purposes and may not be reflective of the package purchased. See individual offers and packages for details.