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Taylors Motel
"Amazing impressions upon arrival and they continued right through to departure"
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2026

Coronation Park
"Booked last minute, the host messaged and let us know the key will be left in key box and they left the lights on for us since we arrived late. Place was fantastic, kids didn't want to go the next morning. Only small negative was the excessively loud bathroom fan which automatically turns on with ..."
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2026

Methven Motels & Apartments
"Great place to stay/great owners."
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2026

Methven Resort
"Lovely staff, great location. The lift was a bit scary! Nice comfy beds."
Reviewed on Oct 20, 2026

Hotel Ashburton
"was a tad noisy in the halls which does effect rest but overall a very comfortable and well appointed room."
Reviewed on Oct 29, 2026

The Blue Pub
"Wonderful quirky place to stay. Had a lovely time at the pub, live music was fabulous! Enjoyed the whole town!"
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2026

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Rakaia Hotel & Travel Guide\n
Travelers who wish to explore Rakaia are advised to book a place to sleep well in advance of their trip, as there isn't a large number of lodging options in close proximity to Rakaia's heart.
The St. Itas Guesthouse is the closest hotel to the heart of Rakaia and it's simply a short drive away.
Check out the Bella Vista Motel Ashburton as well as the Hotel Ashburton. The Bella Vista Motel Ashburton is only 14 miles (23 kilometers) outside of the town center of Rakaia. The Hotel Ashburton, is 14 miles (22 kilometers) away. Some more hotel and apartment options worth looking into include the Gunyah Country Estate and the Ashburton's Regency Motel.
After you and your family have looked around Rakaia, why not explore a little bit more of the region? The South Island vicinity boasts lots of things to offer visitors. Investigate South Island's old towns, cathedrals and art museums. Lovers of the great outdoors could also make the time to check out the region's beaches, coastal plains and forests. In this section of New Zealand visitors may enjoy snowboarding, skiing and mountain biking.
35 miles (58 kilometers) away from Rakaia, you can reach Christchurch, which is where you can visit New Brighton Beach and Mona Vale. The Dyers House and The George Christchurch are a few of the Travelocity-listed hotel options in Christchurch. 55 miles (91 kilometers) to the southwest of Rakaia, you may also choose to stay at Timaru, which features the Avenue Motor Lodge and Glendeer B&B Lodge. The Botanical Gardens and South Canterbury Museum are some of the more frequented points of interest to experience for those visiting Timaru.
If you like sports and really like thrilling clashes you should spend some time at Horncastle Arena, found 35 miles (55 kilometers) to the northeast of Rakaia. Book Travelocity-listed accommodation in the middle of the action at the Parkview On Hagley or the Eliza's Manor Boutique Hotel.
Christchurch International Airport is a major entry point for those arriving by air to Rakaia. It can be found 35 miles (54 kilometers) from the downtown precinct. For travelers who would find it convenient to stay close by, enquire about Commodore Airport Hotel or Airport Palms Motel.
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Methven Motels & Apartments
"Great place to stay/great owners."






