Privacy Policy

Last Updated On: 16 January 2025

The Village Inn (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, thevillageinn.co.nz, or engage with our services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: When you fill out our contact form or communicate with us via phone or email, we may collect details such as your name, email address, phone number, and any additional information you provide.
  • Booking Information: Our website includes a booking system integrated through an iframe from an external booking platform. While you may enter booking-related information through this feature, the data is collected and managed by the third-party booking provider. Please review their privacy policy for details on how your information is handled.
  • Usage Data: We automatically collect certain information about your interaction with our website, such as IP addresses, browser type, pages visited, and the date and time of your visit. This helps us improve our website and services.
  • Cookies: Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience and remember your preferences. You can control your cookie settings through your browser.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your personal information for the following purposes:

  • To Respond to Enquiries: We use your contact information to respond to your questions and provide details about our accommodation and services.
  • To Improve Our Services: Usage data helps us understand how our website performs and make improvements based on visitor behaviour.
  • For Legal Compliance: We may use your information to comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests from authorities.

3. External Booking System

Our website includes a booking system integrated through an iframe provided by a third-party platform, Web Rooms. Please note that any information entered into the booking system is collected and managed by Web Rooms, not directly by us. We recommend reviewing their privacy policy to understand how your personal information is handled during the booking process.

4. Sharing Your Information

We respect your privacy and will only share your information under the following circumstances:

  • With Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party providers who assist us in website operations or analytics.
  • For Legal Reasons: We may disclose your information if required by law or if we believe such action is necessary to comply with legal obligations, protect our rights, or prevent fraud.

5. Protecting Your Information

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, misuse, or disclosure. However, no method of electronic storage or transmission over the internet is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

6. Your Rights

Under the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: You may request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
  • Correction: If you believe the information we hold about you is incorrect, you have the right to request a correction.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@thevillageinn.co.nz.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect your experience on our site.

8. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to external sites not operated by us, including the third-party booking platform. Please note that we are not responsible for the content and privacy practices of these third-party websites.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review the policy periodically. Updates take effect immediately upon posting.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

The Village Inn
Email: info@thevillageinn.co.nz
Phone: 03 249 7912
Address: 24 Mokoroa Street, P.O. Box 195, Te Anau, New Zealand