IMMACULATE RANGIORA ACCOMMODATION
Unwind in comfort. Canterbury’s only Qualmark 5-star Gold motel. Rangiora.
Our relaxation recipe: comfy beds & sheets... great showers & fluffy towels! Spotlessly clean, air-conditioned accommodation in Rangiora. Next to bar & grill and only a 2-minute walk to supermarket
Our rooms and room types
King Studio
Ground floor comfort & convenience, ideal for singles & couples. King bed in studio lounge (option to split king into twin beds, small extra charge). Well-equipped kitchenette. Separate bathroom with quality towelling & toiletries. Keep cosy or cool with air conditioning. Soundproofed room, double glazing & electric blankets for a deep sleep. Smart TV (Chromecast), high-speed Wi-Fi. Great range of complimentary tea/coffee, iron, hairdryer, extra pillows & blanket
Queen Studio
Upper floor room ideal for singles & couples. Queen bed in studio lounge. Well-equipped kitchenette & separate bathroom with quality towelling & toiletries. Keep cosy or cool with air conditioning. Soundproofed room, double glazing & electric blankets for a deep sleep. Smart TV (Chromecast), high-speed Wi-Fi. Great range of complimentary tea/coffee, iron, hairdryer, extra pillows & blanket
Accessible Studio
Ground floor accessible accommodation NZ - ideal for singles/couples. Unwind: Queen bed in studio lounge. Bathroom features a roll-in, wet floor shower with access facilities, quality towelling & toiletries. Well-equipped kitchenette with access height bench. Keep cosy or cool with air conditioning. Soundproofed room, double glazing & electric blankets for a deep sleep. Smart TV (Chromecast), high-speed Wi-Fi. Great range of complimentary tea/coffee, iron, hairdryer, extra pillows & blanket
Spa Studio Rm 6
Ground floor room with spa bath with private courtyard; ideal for singles & couples seeking a bath and an extra-large room. Queen bed in spacious studio lounge. Well-equipped kitchenette. Separate bathroom with shower over spa bath, quality towelling & toiletries. Keep cosy or cool with air conditioning. Soundproofed room, double glazing & electric blankets for a deep sleep. Smart TV (Chromecast), high-speed Wi-Fi. Great range of complimentary tea/coffee, iron, hairdryer, extra pillows & blankets
(Sofa bed in lounge available upon request – small extra charge)
1-Bedroom Accessible Suite Rm 8
Ground floor accessible accommodation. One bedroom suite with private courtyard, ideal for up to 3 guests. King bed in spacious lounge and single bed in separate bedroom (option to split king into twin beds, small extra charge). Bathroom features a roll-in, wet floor shower with access facilities, quality towelling & toiletries. Well-equipped kitchenette with access height bench. Keep cosy or cool with air conditioning. Soundproofed room, double glazing & electric blankets for a deep sleep. Smart TV (Chromecast), high-speed Wi-Fi. Great range of complimentary tea/coffee, iron, hairdryer, extra pillows & blankets
1-Bedroom Spa Suite Rm 16
Upstairs accommodation with spa bath ideal for families or 2 couples seeking a bath, or 2 to 3 corporate guests. Queen bed in spacious lounge, twin beds in bedroom 1. Well-equipped kitchenette. Separate bathroom with shower over spa bath, quality towelling & toiletries. Keep cosy or cool with air conditioning. Soundproofed room, double glazing & electric blankets for a deep sleep. Smart TV (Chromecast), high-speed Wi-Fi. Great range of complimentary tea/coffee, iron, hairdryer, extra pillows & blankets
2-Bedroom Suite Rm 7
Ground floor, 2-bedroom family suite with private courtyard, ideal for families, 2 couples or 2 to 3 corporate guests. King bed in bedroom 1, 2 single beds in bedroom 2. Well-equipped kitchenette. Separate bathroom, quality towelling & toiletries. Keep cosy or cool with air conditioning. Soundproofed room, double glazing & electric blankets for a deep sleep. Smart TV (Chromecast), high-speed Wi-Fi. Great range of complimentary tea/coffee, iron, hairdryer, extra pillows & blankets
(Sofa bed in lounge available upon request – small extra charge)
2-Bedroom Spa Suite Rm 15
Upstairs 2-bedroom family suite with spa bath: ideal for families, or 2 couples seeking a bath, or 2, corporate, single guests, King bed in bedroom 1, queen bed in bedroom 2. Well-equipped kitchenette. Bathroom has a shower cubicle and separate spa bath, quality towelling & toiletries. Keep cosy or cool with air conditioning. Soundproofed room, double glazing & electric blankets for a deep sleep. Smart TV (Chromecast), high-speed Wi-Fi. Great range of complimentary tea/coffee, iron, hairdryer, extra pillows & blankets
(Sofa bed in lounge available upon request – small extra charge)
2-Bedroom Suite Rm 17
Upstairs 2-bedroom family suite, ideal for families, 2 couples or 2 corporate, single guests. King bed in bedroom 1, queen bed in bedroom 2. Well-equipped kitchenette. Separate bathroom, quality towelling & toiletries. Keep cosy or cool with air conditioning. Soundproofed room, double glazing & electric blankets for a deep sleep. Smart TV (Chromecast), high-speed Wi-Fi. Great range of complimentary tea/coffee, iron, hairdryer, extra pillows & blankets
(Sofa bed in lounge available upon request – small extra charge)
4-Bedroom Apartment Rm 18
Two storey, accessible 4-bedroom apartment ideal as group accommodation for sports clubs, corporate teams and large/extended families. Sleeps 9 in beds. Two bedrooms downstairs, 2 upstairs, all have ensuites. Ground floor: bedroom 1: accessible king bedroom with a roll-in, wet floor shower. Bedroom 2: king bed. Upstairs: bedroom 3: king bed and single bed. Bedroom 4: two single beds. Lounge/living area has dining table & chairs for nine. Well-equipped kitchen with fridge freezer, oven and dishwasher. Keep cosy or cool with air conditioning. Soundproofed room, double glazing & electric blankets for a deep sleep. Smart TV (Chromecast), high-speed Wi-Fi. Great range of complimentary tea/coffee, iron, hairdryer, extra pillows & blankets
(Option to split king beds into twin beds, extra charges apply)
About
You’ll find The Riverstone accommodation meticulously clean, casual and contemporary. “We don't cut corners... we clean them!” Charlotte, Mike, and the Riverstone team work super hard to provide a relaxing stay and a great night's sleep. Don’t take their word for it. They are the only motel in Canterbury with a Qualmark 5-star gold rating for immaculate accommodation and sustainable tourism. What other Rangiora motels guarantee endless hot-water showers, high speed Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, convenient food outlets, and the Riverstone personalised, extra touches? Enjoy a super comfortable refuge to recharge after your big day. Get the best rates by booking direct. Can't see the room type to meet your needs/dates? “Call us. We can slice, dice and reprice our rooms to suit!” Late check-in available for after-hours arrivals (for domestic and international guests).
Your stay helps support: Westpac helicopter, I AM HOPE, Waikuku SLS Club, Rangiora Fire Brigade, Southbrook School
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Local attractions
Town Hall Cinemas
Catch a movie or live show at Town Hall Cinemas, located in the historic Rangiora Town Hall which originally opened in 1926 as the first cinema screen in Canterbury. Following the Feb 2011 earthquake, the building underwent a complete makeover. The beautifully refurbished and restored Town Hall complex has re-emerged with not only a fully restored auditorium, but also three state-of-the-art digital cinemas. The Town Hall can also be hired a cool venue for private functions
MainPower Stadium
MainPower Stadium
Big brother to the Rangiora Fitness Centre, the Stadium is a brand new state of the facility! A gym session, group class, or casual hire of sports courts could be a great way to blow off some steam. There’s basketball, netball, badminton futsal, volleyball, and Korfball on hand, and indoor and outdoor hockey. Several cheerleading competitions run annually.
Attending a sports event? The Stadium has seating for up to 500 spectators and is next to the Rangiora Golf Course and the MainPower Oval (cricket).
Dudley Park Aquatic Centre
Dudley Park Aquatic Centre
The Aquatic Centre is an indoor heated pool facility, open year-round. It features a 25-metre pool, a 19.5 metre learners' pool, children's leisure pool including a 'lazy river', toddler area, and spa pool.
Lap swimming lanes always available and aqua-aerobics classes daily. Most afternoons have a large inflatable session - heaps of fun and a great way to tire out the kids! The changing facilities include a disability/access toilet and change area. Open 7 days.
The Brook Bar & Grill
Grab a beer and a bite at the bar and grill next door. Open 7 days, 11am – 11pm. Dine in or takeaway. Craft beer, pool table and comfort food. TAB and pokies onsite
Pak’n’Save
Pak’n’Save supermarket is a convenient 2-minute walk from The Riverstone. Catering for all food tastes and preferences, the store is so handy if you need, or have forgotten essentials such a toothbrush, razor, nappies etc. Open 7 days, 7am – 10pm
McDonalds
The draw of ‘golden arches’ is a favourite for many - opt to dine in, the drive through, or enjoy a 5-minute walk and order your takeaway. Open 7 days
Rangiora Fitness Centre
Just down the road – 650m from The Riverstone is one of NZ’s best small-town gyms. Open 7 days, the gym runs regular Les Mills and spin bike classes, has an excellent array of cardio and weight machines; offering both pin and free weight options
Enjoy a sauna and shower after your work out and relax with a bite and drink in the Coffee Worx Fit café
Krispy Kreme Donuts
In addition to petrol, the handy BP Rangiora Truckstop has a Wild Bean café, shop that stocks the incredibly popular Krispy Kreme Donuts! Open 24/7, and only 500m from The Riverstone