Visit Rutherglen
Popular places to visit
Rapahoe Beach
A small cluster of houses and some oceanfront accommodation mark one of the Great Coast Road’s sleepy enclaves, an ideal place to put your feet up.
Shantytown
Learn about the local history of Greymouth with a stop at Shantytown. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.
Shantytown Heritage Park
Bring your family to Shantytown Heritage Park and enjoy this exciting theme park in Greymouth.
Gem & Mineral Hall
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Gem & Mineral Hall in Greymouth.
Shantytown Heritage Railway
Enjoy an outing to Shantytown Heritage Railway during your stay in Greymouth.
West Coast Rail Trail
You can take time to visit West Coast Rail Trail during your travels to Greymouth. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
From Greymouth: Punakaiki Blowholes & Pancake Rocks Tour
Greymouth: Hokitika Gorge and Tree Top Walkway Half-Day Tour
From Greymouth: Highlights West Coast Day Tour
Full Day Tour of the Sights and Tastes of the West Coast
Rutherglen Hotel Deals
Beachfront Hotel
Great accommodation and location. Staff were nice and there is a restaurant onsite.
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
Shining Star Beachfront Accommodation
Beautiful view, clean cabin
Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025
Copthorne Hotel Greymouth
Room was spotless and i am so glad I went for a river view room!
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
Fitzherbert Court Motel
Our apartment was modern, clean, quiet and well equipped. The service was excellent and parking at the front door was very convenient. We liked the location and really appreciated the salt and pepper sachets and heated towel rack. Staff were pleasant and helpful. We loved our stay in Hokitika which ...
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
Jade Court Motor Lodge
Generally clean, well stocked kitchenette. Older rooms, some mold around the outside of the shower enclosure.
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
The Ashley Hotel
Lovely modern room. Very clean. Staff friendly and helpful. Will stay here again.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Rutherglen
Gladstone
If you're spending time in Gladstone, you might enjoy its restaurants and spas. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Shantytown or Gem & Mineral Hall.
Paroa
If you're spending time in Paroa, you might enjoy its beaches and restaurants. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Shantytown or Monteith's Brewing Company.
Camerons
If you're spending time in Camerons, you might enjoy its restaurants and spas. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Shantytown or Gem & Mineral Hall.
Marsden
While Marsden isn't home to many top sights, Shantytown and Shantytown Heritage Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Karoro
While Karoro might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Monteith's Brewing Company and Grey District Aquatic Centre.
Central Greymouth
While Central Greymouth might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Monteith's Brewing Company and Grey District Aquatic Centre.
