The award-winning River Birches offers luxury accommodation, set within peaceful gardens on the banks of the Tongariro River All rooms include central heating in winter and air conditioning in summer Guests at River Birches Turangi can work in the on-site fitness centre and relax in the guest lounge area with open fireplace Free Wi-Fi and guest laundry facilities are available Each room features a private balcony and a private en suite bathroom Rooms with a private hot tub on the balcony are also available Full cooked breakfasts are included The lodge can provide dinner and lunch on request, using fresh local seasonal produce The cafes and restaurants of Turangi town centre are only a 10-minute walk Lake Taupo is 10 minutes drive away It is a 35-minute drive to Taupo Airport