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DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Reviewed on Jun 18, 2025

Palazzo Motor Lodge
Reviewed on Jun 17, 2025

The Hotel Nelson
Reviewed on Jun 15, 2025

Tides Hotel
Reviewed on Jun 10, 2025

Picton Beachcomber Inn
Reviewed on Jun 10, 2025

Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Reviewed on Jun 16, 2025

Quest Nelson
Reviewed on May 22, 2025

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel
Reviewed on May 30, 2025

Edit Picton
Reviewed on Jun 16, 2025
Rai Valley Hotel & Travel Guide\n
There's only a limited number of hotel options close to Rai Valley's heart. Make sure you book when you can if you'd like to stay central.
The closest Travelocity-listed room is the Retiro Park Lodge, New Zealand, which is located 12 miles (20 kilometers) from the downtown precinct of Rai Valley. Instead, you might try the Okiwa Bay Lodge, located in New Zealand, which is 15 miles (24 kilometers) outside of the city center.
3 miles (5 kilometers) outside of the center of Rai Valley, you will come across the Mount Richmond Estate. The Bluemoon Lodge is positioned 9 miles (14 kilometers) away. Some other possible places to stay are the Havelock Motel and Motor Lodge and the The Sounds Retreat.
When you have some spare time, you might like to discover more of the sights of South Island. Travel around South Island's old towns and cathedrals. Lovers of the great outdoors can also take the time to admire its beaches. In this fascinating part of New Zealand adventurous visitors might also enjoy snowboarding.
30 miles (46 kilometers) away from Rai Valley, you will reach Blenheim, which is where you can spend a few hours exploring St Clair Winery and Pollard Park. Blenheim places to base yourself include the The Peppertree Luxury Accommodation and Angel Luxury Lodge. For another option, stay in Picton, 20 miles (34 kilometers) east of Rai Valley, where you can choose from the Escape To Picton and Asure Jasmine Court Motel. The Edwin Fox and Mabel Island are some more popular sites to check out should you visit Picton.
Consider spending an afternoon enjoying the thrills and spills with other spectators at a community game. Westpac Stadium can be found 60 miles (97 kilometers) to the east of Rai Valley. Travelocity users who like the idea of locating a hotel in the neighborhood, make a reservation in the Ohtel or Boulcott Suites.
Nelson Airport is a closeby gateway for air travel, and is located 20 miles (36 kilometers) from central Rai Valley. Nearby hotels include Kershaw House Boutique Accommodation and Saxton Lodge.
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