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title: "River Rock Estate, Cromwell: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "River Rock Estate in Cromwell: rated 9.6 by guests, 4.5-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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Guesthouse · ★★★★★
# River Rock Estate

Lowburn, Cromwell, New Zealand

9.6 ·  Exceptional 19 reviews ·  #1 #1 of 7 in Cromwell ·  3.8 Location score
## About River Rock Estate

River Rock Estate is a guesthouse in Lowburn, Cromwell, New Zealand. It holds a 4.5-star rating. Guests rate it 9.6 out of 10 across 19 reviews. Facilities include swimming pool, spa, bar, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 630 m from the centre of Cromwell. The nearest airport, Wanaka Airport (WKA), is 35 km away.

- **Type:** Guesthouse

- **Star rating:** ★★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 14:00

- **Check-out until:** 10:00

- **Rooms:** 2

- **Floors:** 1

- **Opened:** 2005

- **Smoking:** Smoke-free property

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 2

1 Shortcut Road

## How River Rock Estate scores

Better rated than 93% of hotels in Cromwell

-   Guest rating **9.6**
-   Location **3.8**
-   Facilities **5.0**
-   Families **1.0**
-   Spa & wellness **5.5**
-   Beach access **1.8**

Cromwell average

## Amenities

Swimming poolSpaBarFree parkingFree Wi-Fi

### Pool & wellness

-   Swimming pool
-   Spa
-   Hot tub

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast
-   Bar
-   Room service

### Internet

-   Free Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Free parking

### Services

-   Laundry

### Policies

-   Smoke-free

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **3.8**/10

- **Walk grade:** **28**/100 Car recommended

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **4**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **1**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""></span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2.5 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">6 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Wanaka Airport (WKA)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">35 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">78 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Cromwell</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">630 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">10 min walk</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Cromwell Museum550 m

## River Rock Estate: in detail

River Rock Estate offers top-notch services and amenities, ensuring guests experience utmost comfort. Share your photos and respond to emails at your convenience, thanks to the free Wi-Fi internet access offered by hotel. Should you require transportation to or from the airport, hotel is able to organize it prior to your arrival date. Visitors can take advantage of complimentary parking directly at the hotel. Should you desire access to the top entertainment in the city, assistance can be provided by the hotel's tours. Relax and feel the warmth in the hotel's inviting lobby, featuring an enchanting on-site fireplace. Traveling with minimal baggage is achievable at River Rock Estate, as the hotel's laundromat and laundry service ensures your garments stay fresh. Room amenities like room service and daily housekeeping contribute to making a perfect selection for your stay. The hotel maintains a completely smoke-free zone, providing a breathable atmosphere. Smoking is limited to specified smoking zones. Embark on your holiday experience in the most ideal manner. Commence each morning of your visit with an on-site breakfast. Experience the delight of a fresh morning by savoring excellent coffee at the cafe situated within hotel. Should you prefer not to venture out for a meal, the enticing culinary choices at hotel are always available for your satisfaction. Experience an unforgettable evening with your fellow travelers just a short distance away, at hotel's bar. Should you be particularly discerning in your dining choices, you will surely appreciate having access to the on-site BBQ facilities provided at this location. River Rock Estate provides a superb assortment of leisure amenities for guests to enjoy. Experience the finest of winter by enjoying daily ski adventures, effortlessly accessible with ski slopes conveniently located on the premises. Unwind after a long day by stopping by hot tub and spa to rejuvenate your senses. Each day at hotel, immerse yourself in the invigorating waters of the pool, perfect for a rejuvenating plunge or a series of revitalizing laps.

### Compare

## Compare River Rock Estate with nearby hotels

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-   [Asure Central Gold Motel](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/asure-central-gold-motel-cromwell/) Motel ★★★★★ 670 m away
    
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-   [Cromwell Motel](https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/cromwell-motel-cromwell/) Motel ★★★★ 1.6 km away
    
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## Questions about River Rock Estate

### How do guests rate River Rock Estate?

River Rock Estate has a guest rating of 9.6 out of 10 from 19 reviews, which is better than 93% of rated hotels in Cromwell.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at River Rock Estate?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 10:00.

### Does River Rock Estate include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### Does River Rock Estate have a pool?

Yes, River Rock Estate has a swimming pool.

### Is there parking at River Rock Estate?

Yes, the listing mentions free parking.

### How far is River Rock Estate from the airport?

The nearest airport, Wanaka Airport (WKA), is 35 km away in a straight line.

### Is River Rock Estate close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 2.5 km from the hotel.

### How many rooms does River Rock Estate have?

River Rock Estate has 2 rooms on 1 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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