Legal
Privacy Policy
Effective date: 7 September 2026
Introduction and Scope
This privacy policy explains how Pine Haven Hotel collects, uses, and protects personal information when you visit our website or interact with our services. The policy applies to all personal information collected through the website, booking process, and on-site services. It is governed by the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020 and its principles.
Pine Haven Hotel is a retreat-style hotel in Rotorua, New Zealand, offering accommodation, dining, and relaxation experiences. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly. For any privacy questions, contact us at [email protected] or +64 7 555 6319.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when making a booking, contacting us, or using our services. This includes:
- Your name, contact details (email, phone), address, and payment information.
- Any preferences or special requests you share with us.
- If you participate in our offline poker room, we may collect your name and room number for access management, but no financial information related to poker is collected.
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain technical information. This includes your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on the site. We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyse site traffic. Cookie usage is detailed in our Cookie Policy.
Information from Third Parties
We may receive personal information from third-party booking platforms or travel agents when you make a reservation through them. This information is used to fulfil your booking and provide services. We treat all received information in accordance with this policy.
How We Use Your Information
Primary Uses
We use your personal information to provide and improve our services, manage bookings, and communicate with you. Specifically, we use it for:
- Processing reservations and payments.
- Responding to enquiries and requests.
- Sending booking confirmations and important updates.
- Personalising your stay based on preferences.
- Improving our website and services.
- Complying with legal obligations.
Marketing Communications
With your consent, we may send you promotional emails about special offers or news. You can opt out at any time by using the unsubscribe link in the email or contacting us. We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
How We Protect Your Information
Security Measures
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from loss, unauthorised access, misuse, or disclosure. These steps include:
- Using secure servers and encryption for data transmission.
- Restricting access to personal information to authorised staff who need it to perform their duties.
- Regularly reviewing our security practices and updating them as needed.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Booking records are typically kept for a period required by tax and business regulations. After that period, information is securely deleted or anonymised.
Poker Room Clarification
In-Person Card Room Only
Pine Haven Hotel offers a dedicated offline poker room as an additional evening social space for adult guests. This is strictly an in-person card-room experience with physical tables, cards, and symbolic chips.
- No online poker, betting, or real-money transactions are offered.
- No deposits, withdrawals, bonuses, jackpots, winnings, or account systems are involved.
- The poker room is for entertainment and social interaction only, with no monetary stakes.
Cookies and Tracking
Cookie Usage
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyse site traffic. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use essential cookies for site functionality and optional analytics cookies to understand how visitors use our site. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more details, please see our Cookie Policy.
Your Rights and Choices
Access and Correction
You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to ask for corrections if it is inaccurate. To make a request, contact us at [email protected] or +64 7 555 6319. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe as required by law.
Opt-Out and Deletion
You may opt out of marketing communications at any time and request deletion of your personal information where applicable. Deletion requests are subject to legal and business retention requirements. We will inform you if we are unable to delete certain information and the reasons why.
Contact Us
Privacy Contact
If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy or our privacy practices, please contact us.
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +64 7 555 6319
- Address: 1206 Eruera Street, Rotorua, New Zealand