Maruia River Retreat
Nestled within a vast estate of beech forest on New Zealand’s striking South Island, sink into bliss at Nelson’s most rejuvenating wellness retreat, Maruia River Retreat, surrounded by majestic mountains and unspoiled nature. The perfect place to disconnect from daily life, here you can listen for the gentle whispers of the Maruia River providing a soothing backdrop to your stay.
These boutique villas are tucked deep in the lush native forest, with the retreat offering an array of laidback indulgences and unique experiences. Enjoy magnesium pool swims, infrared chroma-therapy sauna sessions, river hot tub soaks and forest bathing. Explore the surrounding nature on peaceful forest walks and savour the tranquillity that comes with the secluded location.
Nestled within a vast estate of beech forest on New Zealand’s striking South Island, sink into bliss at Nelson’s most rejuvenating wellness retreat, Maruia River Retreat, surrounded by majestic mountains and unspoiled nature. The perfect place to disconnect from daily life, here you can listen for the gentle whispers of the Maruia River providing a soothing backdrop to your stay.
These boutique villas are tucked deep in the lush native forest, with the retreat offering an array of laidback indulgences and unique experiences. Enjoy magnesium pool swims, infrared chroma-therapy sauna sessions, river hot tub soaks and forest bathing. Explore the surrounding nature on peaceful forest walks and savour the tranquillity that comes with the secluded location.
Solo Traveller Packages Available: Indulge in a trip for one by booking a solo traveller package, with solo-friendly inclusions designed just for you.
Select your room
- Spa treatment rooms
- Restaurants
- 1 bar
- 2 hot tubs
- 2 saunas
- Garden
- Yoga classes
- Library
- Walking trails
- Firepit
- Luggage storage
- Business centre
- Parking
- Uncovered parking
- Wi-Fi
- Non-smoking property
- Check-in: 2pm / Standard checkout: 11am
Surcharges may apply to select facilities and services
- 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.
- Welcome drink is served at the Bar and Lounge of the Main Lodge between 6pm and 9pm, with a choice of local craft beer, local wine, mocktail or other non-alcoholic beverage.
- One 60-minute private outdoor forest hot tub experience per guest is assigned with a specific timeslot, between 8am and 9pm, advised upon check-in. Guests will be picked up at their villa and taken to the guided experience.
- One 45-minute private magnesium pool session per villa is available at the front of the Main Lodge from 10am to 6pm. Pre-booking is not required; a specific timeslot will be communicated upon check-in (weather-dependent).
- Advance bookings for yoga are essential. Please contact the hotel for more information.
- Guided forest walk is weather-dependent and requires advance bookings.
- Late checkout at 12pm is subject to availability.
- Wi-Fi is available in the Main Lodge and Wellness Centre only.
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 be accepted without penalty as long as they are not within 90 days of the check-in date. Cancellations outside of the 7-Day Change of Mind period and within 90 days of the check-in date 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.
Valid for travel from 1 October 2026 until 3 July 2027 (bookings must be made before 3 June 2027).
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.
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.
- 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.
- Welcome drink is served at the Bar and Lounge of the Main Lodge between 6pm and 9pm, with a choice of local craft beer, local wine, mocktail or other non-alcoholic beverage.
- One 60-minute private outdoor forest hot tub experience per guest is assigned with a specific timeslot, between 8am and 9pm, advised upon check-in. Guests will be picked up at their villa and taken to the guided experience.
- One 45-minute private magnesium pool session per villa is available at the front of the Main Lodge from 10am to 6pm. Pre-booking is not required; a specific timeslot will be communicated upon check-in (weather-dependent).
- Advance bookings for yoga are essential. Please contact the hotel for more information.
- Guided forest walk is weather-dependent and requires advance bookings.
- Late checkout at 12pm is subject to availability.
- Wi-Fi is available in the Main Lodge and Wellness Centre only.
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 be accepted without penalty as long as they are not within 90 days of the check-in date. Cancellations outside of the 7-Day Change of Mind period and within 90 days of the check-in date 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.
Valid for travel from 1 October 2026 until 3 July 2027 (bookings must be made before 3 June 2027).
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.
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.
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