Omatua - Riverside accommodation, events and functions. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Vrbo
The Home
A beautiful, rural venue where you can relax and enjoy the 5 acres at your leisure, whilst being only 25 minutes scenic drive from Napier and the regional airport.
Direct access to the crystal clear Mangaone river means watersports and fishing can be enjoyed by all.
Conference facilities for up to 120 and accommodation for up to 48 guests. This includes 3 Queen bedrooms, and 7 dormitory style rooms with single beds (6-8 beds in each room) utilising shared bathrooms facilites, including one 'supervisors room' (with 3 single beds + small bedroom with extra single bed) with own ensuite.
Also, 3 separate double rooms with Queen bed with use of a separate bathroom and kitchen in 'Riddell Lodge'
A large hall/dining room 'Von Dadelzen room' with adjoining fully equipped commercial kitchen enables guests to prepare and host events/prepare meals with ease, whilst another large stand alone hall 'Riddell Lodge" allows you to facilitate conferences, meetings, or spread out and use however you like as an alternative large, indoor venue
We are an all in one, easy to plan and use venue with conference facilities, relaxed, comfortable accommodation, all in one picture perfect rural setting.
Home Features
What's Included
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Iron & board
- Telephone
- Heating
- Fireplace
Amenities & Features
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Kettle
- Toaster
Outdoor
- Fire pit
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Washing machine
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Smoke detector
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
Area Guide
Neighborhood
Located in Puketapu, this lodge is on a river. Faraday Centre and Municipal Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mission Estate Winery and Church Road Winery. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Park Island Sports Complex, or consider a night out at Napier Soundshell. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing, rafting, and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
What's Nearby
- Westshore Beach25.1 km, 18 min drive
- Pettigrew Green Arena30.4 km, 22 min drive
- Church Road Winery27.3 km, 22 min drive
- Mission Estate Winery26.9 km, 22 min drive
- Marine Parade30.4 km, 25 min drive
Restaurants
- Puketapu Hotel - 10 min drive
- The Puketapu - 12 min drive
Getting Around
- Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 32 min drive
Bedrooms
Brown
4 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
Hutchinson
1 Queen Bed
Kay
4 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
Kerr
4 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
Ormond
4 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
Peka peka
1 Queen Bed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Omatua - Riverside accommodation, events and functions. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Omatua - Riverside accommodation, events and functions.?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Omatua - Riverside accommodation, events and functions.?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Omatua - Riverside accommodation, events and functions. located?
Situated on a river, this lodge is within 12 mi (20 km) of Cape Brett Walkway, Park Island Sports Complex, and Mission Estate Winery. Church Road Winery is 11.8 mi (19 km) away.
How many guests can this venue host for a wedding?
It can host up to 200 guests for a ceremony and reception, and sleeps up to 46 overnight.
Can the wedding party stay overnight?
Yes, it sleeps up to 46 guests across 10 bedrooms, so the wedding party can stay on-site.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms are there?
The venue has 10 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.
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