A Warm and Authentic Community Hub in Upper Moutere
Riverside Community NZ offers a unique blend of cozy lodging, a welcoming cafe, and a vibrant community space nestled in the heart of Upper Moutere. Visitors consistently praise the hostel’s quiet charm, featuring inviting amenities like a fireplace and outdoor piano that create an intimate atmosphere. The spacious Marae-style sleeping arrangements stand out as a wholesome and memorable way to experience local culture, perfect for families or large groups. Guests appreciate the well-equipped industrial kitchen and the friendly, attentive staff who make every stay comfortable and enjoyable. The cafe delights with healthy options and standout drinks such as the matcha and turmeric lattes, embodying the community’s commitment to quality and care. Whether you’re stopping by for a nourishing meal or seeking a peaceful retreat, Riverside Community NZ is a beloved destination that captures the spirit of connection and warmth in the region.
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Athena Leela Vélez
a week agoBeautiful, real, authentic community! We loved the Hostel, it's quiet and had a lot of warm character and charm.. fireplace and an outdoor piano. Great kitchen facilities, very clean and cozy! The rooms are just what you need and well priced. The Cafe is great too, healthy food and very good matcha latte and Turmeric latte... everyone is very kind and loving.
Sam Woolf
a year agoOn a family holiday with 16 people the Community Centre was a welcome reprieve from the typical holiday styled accommodation we're used to. The spacious Marae style sleeping arrangement was a wholesome way to end our trip through the Abel Tasman. Our host, Barbie, was very thorough with the induction and has a heart for the centre that helped create a positive experience. The industrial kitchen is well maintained and has all the amenities you could think of. We much enjoyed having a group breakfast on our first morning there. If I need to book a large group trip again I will definitely reach out :)
Haralambos H
4 months agoFacilities were okay for the time I was there but I think locals looked unhappy.
Steve Warne
2 years agoVisited for a music festival at the weekend, my first visit. I really enjoyed it, the cake stall was amazing and the location of the stage was a beautiful natural amphitheatre. Got very muddy in the car park!
Dar I Już
5 years agoI'd say that community got a ‘modern candy’ structure. From outside it looks nice and sweet, yet from deep inside it taste ...different. Please ignore words 'organic gardens', ‘ecology’, 'environmental friendly' or 'self-efficiency'. When I asked about those in detail, I got answer, that they are aiming to be that way - one day - in a future, yet it doesn't means that they are now, or in nearby future. If you’ll get close to residents, you'll find that seeds used in gardens have been bought in local supermarket (often F1 and other hybrids). Many of residents are using commonly roundup. Inside community structure and relationships are rotten (if you had luck to witness one of their periodic inside meetings) and they’re not really that friendly for long term visitors or new members. Why? Like in most cases, here is all about money - income from outside sources. Tourism is just one of them. Main sources are: Cafeteria, Raw milk sale, Art Gallery, Mechanical workshop, hire Event facilities and more. Community has debt, and is considering sale of some of their land. I suggest - Take your sunglasses off when you’re there, use analytic magnifying glass instead. Anyway, I highly recommend short time stay there, as you may meet among visitors - most interesting travelers on planet earth, and enjoy periodical events organized on their place.