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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 Canterbury
Stay at this vacation home in Rakaia. Popular attraction Salmon World is located nearby.
Hotel Ashburton
11 Racecourse Road Ashburton
$61 nightly
The price is $70 total per night from Jan 23 to Jan 24
$70 total
Jan 23 - Jan 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Ashburton. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (485 reviews)
Restaurant was brilliant and excellent service
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Taylors Motel
770 East Street Ashburton
$80 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Feb 2 to Feb 3
$93 total
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly motel in Ashburton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (374 reviews)
We had a wonderful stay here with 3 family groups. The staff were so friendly and helpful. The garden, trampoline and bbq area were excellent. We all felt really well catered for in a lovely garden setting and spotless rooms.
Reviewed on Dec 23, 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 Canterbury
Stay at this vacation home in Rakaia. Popular attraction Salmon World is located nearby.
Coronation Park
780 East Street Ashburton
Stay at this campground in Ashburton. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping, and a garden. Popular attractions Ashburton Domain and Historic Art Gallery and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (168 reviews)
The Accommodation was clean and tidy and in good condition for a camp ground, We Where held up getting to the accommodation and tried ringing three times and left a message, when we arrived they had an envelope in the late check in Box so no Dramas.
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Brinkley Resort
43 Barkers Rd Methven Canterbury
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Methven. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa and Methven ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (13 reviews)
All good
Reviewed on Jul 31, 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.
Things to do
From Methven: Hot Air Balloon Flight in Canterbury with Wine
$222
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Reviews of Rakaia
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