South Rakaia Hotel

Hotels
6.2 (41 reviews)
Corner Of Railway Terrace East & Elizabeth Avenue, , Rakaia , nz

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Board games/puzzles
Outdoor furniture
Fire extinguishers
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Quick problem resolution
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Old and worn down rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
4.95
Oerhört gammalt och slitet, rätt sunkigt.
Service
8.45
Staff were lovely. If I found a problem, they fixed it.
Location
6.95
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Room Quality
4.95
The bedside lights are very bright.
Amenities
5.95
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
6.45
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
5.95
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
5.95
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 23:39

Property Description

Charming Garden Oasis

Garden Retreat: Escape to a tranquil oasis at South Rakaia Hotel with its charming garden, perfect for a relaxing stroll or enjoying a cup of coffee.

Cozy Shared Spaces: Unwind in the inviting shared lounge, grab a drink at the on-site bar, or savor delicious meals at the hotel's restaurant - creating memorable moments with your loved ones.

Convenient Amenities: Benefit from practical amenities such as an ATM, luggage storage, and free WiFi, ensuring a hassle-free stay from check-in to check-out.

Book your stay at South Rakaia Hotel now to experience comfort and convenience amidst the natural beauty of Rakaia.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

6.2
Based on 41 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.95
Service: 8.45
Location: 6.95
Room Quality: 4.95
Amenities: 5.95
Value for Money: 6.45
Food and Beverage: 5.95
Overall Experience: 5.95
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Jean-Luc • family_with_children • fr
3
On la pris en l’absence d’autre option, mais TRÈS sale
Pros:

Localisation

Cons:

Particulièrement délabré et sale

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Thierry • solo_traveller • fr
6
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
R
Rosemary • couple • nz
10
Pros:

Had an awesome couple of nights. Owner very nice and atmosphere and locals were 😎

2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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Chu Hui • solo_traveller • sg
5
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
T
Tara • family_with_children • nz
6
Pros:

Staff were lovely. If I found a problem, they fixed it.

Cons:

The bedside lights are very bright.

2025-11-27 • via Nuitee
H
Hansson • solo_traveller • se
5
Ok för en natt men inte mer
Pros:

Det var lugnt och mycket vänlig personal

Cons:

Oerhört gammalt och slitet, rätt sunkigt. Bilden stämmer ej med verkligheten tyvärr.

2025-11-14 • via Nuitee
M
Minchin • couple • nz
9
2025-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Bianca • solo traveller • it
8
Very good
Pros:

Really nice people working here, there is a pub, it is clean and the rooms are warm during the night. It is really old and could enjoy some extra care bit I would still get back.

2025-06-15 • via Nuitee
A
Alister • group • nz
5
Passable
2025-05-18 • via Nuitee
G
Grant • young couple • nz
5
Basic accommodation
Pros:

Friendly helpful host. This is a basic backpacking type of accommodation. The hotel is somewhat dilapidated, 8but it is warm and dry.

Cons:

The venue states that it has food available, but we could not get breakfast or dinner. Food options are close by. Railway Tavern has good dinner options, and the Mobil gas station has an egg & bacon breakfast muffin.

2025-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Slight • solo traveller • nz
6
Nice rural town and valye for money
Pros:

Location and ambieance

Cons:

Place has seen better days - a bit run down

2025-03-20 • via Nuitee
K
Kel64 • solo traveller • nz
6
Pleasant
2025-03-17 • via Nuitee
L
Leon • solo traveller • de
10
Exceptional
Pros:

The owner are very friendly, and many locals in the pub who join a beer with you if you like!

2025-02-23 • via Nuitee
S
Shirine • solo traveller • gb
10
Very friendly and helpful owner. Tried everything to make my stay comfortable
Pros:

I had all what I need for my stay, bed and bathroom are very clean, place is very quiet.

2025-01-10 • via Nuitee
A
Alister • young couple • nz
3
Poor
2024-12-05 • via Nuitee
G
Geary • solo traveller • nz
10
Exceptional
2024-11-10 • via Nuitee
M
Milan • young couple • au
1
Couldn't believe someone would offer this level of bad
Pros:

The whole place was run down, no upkeep at all, and smelly. Worst place I've stayed at.

Cons:

Just left a bad impression overall

2024-11-10 • via Nuitee
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Bassant • family with young children • nz
1
Bad
Pros:

Nice host.

Cons:

I wouldn't say here again even if I was paid to stay here.

2024-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Ruth • family with young children • us
9
Superb
Pros:

Location was good for my purpose

Cons:

Sharing bathroom and toilets

2024-06-28 • via Nuitee
T
Tad • solo traveller • nz
6
Adequate and good value
Pros:

Good food, not blingy presented, just good wholesome country food.

Cons:

Facilities are from the 1930 era and generally the Hotel is a bit tired, but current owners are trying hard to improve it

2024-05-14 • via Nuitee