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.

Maruia River Retreat has an 8 metre heated magnesium pool with Endless Swim jets. There is also a premium yoga shala and wellness centre as well as a full spa offering a range of skincare and massage treatments (advanced bookings required).

Your stay at Maruia River Retreat includes the use of electric scooters and push bikes around the property.

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.