Timber Trail Lodge

I had a wonderful stay at the Timber Trail Lodge. The food was absolutely amazing, and the rooms were clean, comfortable, and well set up. The lodge itself, along with all the facilities, was fantastic and made the experience even more enjoyable. What really stood out was the customer service – the team went above and beyond, making us feel truly welcome and looked after. I’d highly recommend this lodge to anyone looking for a great place to stay.

We had such a wonderful experience at the timber trail lodge. From the moment we got there we were welcomed with a wave from the kitchen staff, then we were signed in at reception by the most polite young man, he was so helpful & explained everything in detail. Rooms were clean & tidy & the food was wonderful. We will definitely be back

Couldn’t rate the lodge any higher. Amazing service from the staff, great food and drinks and clean comfortable rooms. The company do a fantastic job with the transfers and bay drops which make for a luxury experience. Definitely not expected but was welcomed when you’re out in the middle of nowhere.

My friends and I had an incredible time on the Timber Trail over the weekend. From start to finish, everything was seamless. The shuttle team was punctual and incredibly friendly, setting the tone for the journey. The lodge was a perfect retreat after a day on the trail—cozy beds, a welcoming atmosphere, and hearty, delicious meals that hit the spot. What really stood out was the staff’s attentiveness; they were genuinely focused on our needs and made us feel completely at home. It was the kind of experience that leaves you both recharged and inspired. Highly recommended to anyone looking for a memorable cycling adventure with top-notch hospitality.

Loved it. Our second time here. Staff were friendly and helpful. The shuttles and trip ran like clock work. The lodge was warm and friendly and the food excellent and filling after a cold days ride. We had an ensuite room with a bed that was very comfy.

My daughter, who has ridden the trail before but camped out, booked us one night to break up the ride. What a fabulous stay. Haley and all the staff were lovely. The beds were comfortable, showers hot and best of all was the wonderful food. Also has drying room for our soaked gear. Place was very warm after a freezing wet day, in terms of temperature and welcome. Highly recommended.

I ran the Timber Trail in May 2025, solo, over two days (first day around 38km, second day around 43km), staying at the Lodge for one night in between. ||The shuttle service to the trailhead in Pureora, and from the Bennett Rd carpark in Ongarue was great. The drivers were super helpful and of course knowledgeable about the area. ||The Lodge itself was amazing; warm, great showers, and very comfy bed. Lovely staff. And the food there was fantastic too. There were only three people staying there (as it was both mid-week, and almost the off-season now, coming into winter). ||It was really awesome being able to run with just my vest and basic necessities (PLB, water, food, first aid, extra clothing etc.) and to have my overnight bag dropped at the Lodge. Made the whole excursion much more achievable, and I would have no hesitation in doing it again.

The room was comfortable and warm! Very important for our winter stay. We had a room with ensuite and sliding door to the deck. This was great as we could easily get out for a star gaze!|The whole place was peaceful and very relaxing. We would totally recommend staying at Timber Trail Lodge.