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Taylors Motel
Yes wonderful kitchen facilities, easy parking and a very clean room with day 2 the room service was like a brand new clean room.
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

Ski Time Lodge
Despite a late notice WOTIF booking for New Years Eve staff were pleasant, helpful and accommodating with great recommendations for the area. Value was excellent with a great room and food, but the absolute standout was the hard working helpful staff.
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026

Coronation Park
An amazingly roomy room, with separate bedroom and full kitchen facilities, very comfortable stay.
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

The Suites Ashburton
This was a lovely big room in a motel recently built. While I had to myself, it would have been lots of space for two people without falling over one another. Kitchen had everything I needed including a dedicated freezer. Just saying if you are on the upper floor, you have to climb a staircase that ...
Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026

Methven Motels & Apartments
Very tidy motel. Great reception and nice big rooms.
Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025

The Brown Pub
Saff where absolutely excellent friendly. Elephant towels where was an awesome touch.
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026

Hotel Ashburton
Very clean room and excellent staff. Some of the rooms are a bit tired and need a freshen up but very comfortable. Large garden area.
Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

Methven Resort
Spacious room, big bath tub, complimentary simple breakfast like beead, cereal, yoghurt.
Reviewed on Jan 19, 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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