Title: Visit Stratford: 2026 Travel Guide for Stratford, Taranaki | Expedia.com [Hotels in Stratford](https://expedia.com/Stratford-Hotels.d6141100.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Stratford](https://expedia.com/Stratford-Vacation-Rentals.d6141100.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Stratford](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Stratford.d6141100.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Stratford](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Stratford.d6141100.Car-Rental-Guide)[Stratford Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Stratford.d6141100.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Stratford ## Travel Guide ![Epiphites of native orchids and ferns festoon the branches of a tree overhanging the Patea River, Stratford, Taranaki, New Zealand.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141100/2974cfe1-196d-4947-9431-09f8fb10a67d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Epiphites of native orchids and ferns festoon the branches of a tree overhanging the Patea River, Stratford, Taranaki, New Zealand.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141100/2974cfe1-196d-4947-9431-09f8fb10a67d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Taranaki](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141100/1a36b19d-e0fd-42b2-abd0-69ffcd8aa95f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Taking the forgotten highway. 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(151 reviews) Clean room, prompt service Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F13%2F2026&endDate=3%2F14%2F2026&selected=6945285&PinnedHotelID=6945285&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6141100) [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F13%2F2026&endDate=3%2F14%2F2026&selected=6945285&PinnedHotelID=6945285&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6141100) [See all 61 properties in Stratford](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F28%2F2026&endDate=3%2F1%2F2026®ionId=6141100) 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. ![The Drydock in Stratford, Central Taranaki](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57750000/57749400/57749372/8ada3790_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Drydock in Stratford, Central Taranaki Stratford Taranaki Stay at this vacation home in Stratford. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Victoria Park Memorial and Taranaki Electricty ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews) Glad to be able to have our little dog on holiday with us. Partial view of mountain was nice. Very nice riverside walk nearby into town. Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Stratford-Hotels-The-Drydock-In-Stratford.h57749372.Hotel-Information) ![Cute and quiet Ohawe cottage](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35190000/35188300/35188204/49502856_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cute and quiet Ohawe cottage Ohawe Taranaki Stay at this cottage in Ohawe. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions King Edward Park and Hawera Golf Course are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (197 reviews) The amenities were great, very clean and everything we required. Very safe garden for our little dogs. 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While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas. [](https://expedia.com/Taranaki-Electricty-Trust-Kings-Theatre-Stratford.d553248621532610664.Vacation-Attraction) #### Te Kapua Park Racecourse You can take time to visit Te Kapua Park Racecourse during your travels to Stratford. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas. [](https://expedia.com/Te-Kapua-Park-Racecourse-Stratford.d553248621556237689.Vacation-Attraction) #### King Edward Park Explore the great outdoors at King Edward Park, a lovely green space in Stratford. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas. [](https://expedia.com/King-Edward-Park-Stratford.d553248621532610662.Vacation-Attraction) #### Victoria Park Memorial Explore the great outdoors at Victoria Park Memorial, a lovely green space in Stratford. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas. [](https://expedia.com/Victoria-Park-Memorial-Stratford.d553248621532610665.Vacation-Attraction) #### Percy Thomson Gallery You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Percy Thomson Gallery during your travels in Stratford. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas. [](https://expedia.com/Percy-Thomson-Gallery-Stratford.d553248621526967237.Vacation-Attraction) #### Stratford Golf Course Enjoy a round of golf in Stratford at Stratford Golf Course. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas. 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