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Rakaia is a quiet little town that is a nice stopover while traveling the South Island. That being said, there are limited options for dining and shopping in Rakaia.
Rakaia
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Central Rakaia Home
Rakaia
Stay at this vacation home in Rakaia. Popular attraction Salmon World is located nearby.
Hotel Ashburton
11 Racecourse Road, Ashburton
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in Ashburton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (456 reviews)
"Great stay. pricing great with options for breakfast and dinner"
Reviewed on 4 June 2025
Methven Motels & Apartments
197 Main Street, Methven
The price is SAR 339 per night from Jun 10 to Jun 11
SAR 339
SAR 390 total
10 Jun - 11 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in Methven. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (238 reviews)
Great motel.
"Lovely warm and spacious units. Great location handy to both the hot pools and town. Could walk to either. Very friendly hosts."
Reviewed on 18 May 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Central Rakaia Home
Rakaia
Stay at this vacation home in Rakaia. Popular attraction Salmon World is located nearby.
Brinkley Resort
43 Barkers Rd, Methven, Canterbury
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Methven. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa and Methven ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (9 reviews)
"Brinkleys was close to the pools and township and very clean but furnishings were somewhat dated and room was very small. It was great to have a shared washer/drier after being at the pools. Sad restaurant was not open as off peak"
Reviewed on 2 June 2025
Coronation Park
780 East Street, Ashburton
Stay at this 4-star campground in Ashburton. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping, and a garden. Popular attractions Ashburton Domain and Historic Art Gallery ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (145 reviews)
"Everything was great."
Reviewed on 29 May 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Salmon World
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea creatures at Salmon World during your trip to Rakaia. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
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