Maruia River Retreat Nelson

Maruia River Retreat is a unique destination situated on 500 acres of pristine native New Zealand landscape, just a 2-hour scenic drive from Nelson, or 3 hours from Christchurch.

Positioned overlooking the majestic Maruia River and set amongst mountains from the east and west, the Maruia River Retreat is a gorgeous boutique hotel where guests can reconnect and relax away from a busy world.

With just 7 luxury villas on the large estate, you will feel a sense of being far away from the clutter of everyday life, and relax amongst the peaceful, sheltered setting of the natural landscape, which features pristine native Beech forest, long-established gardens, walking trails and terraced paddocks.

Choose between two Master Villas or five Luxe Villas, each with it’s own idyllic views of the river, and each fully self-contained with brand new Italian kitchenettes.

Master Villa

One bedroom Villa with a super king bed or two king singles, a walk-in wardrobe, en suite with spa jacuzzi, bath and twin vanities, large living room and dining area and Italian kitchenette.

Luxe Villa

Studio style room with super king or two king singles, a walk-in wardrobe, an en suite with shower and bath and twin vanities a living and dining area, and an Italian full-service kitchenette.

NOTE: No children under 13 years of age permitted at this property.