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8.3

93 reviews

Rataview

Rataview

2626 Coast Road , Barrytown, 7873, New Zealand

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Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Beach

Air conditioning

Sun deck

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Rataview

Rataview is a 3-star motel in Barrytown, New Zealand, just 1mi from the city center. Located at 2626 Coast Road, this coastal hideaway offers a simple, friendly base for exploring the area.

Free private parking and free Wifi keep things easy, while a private entrance and air conditioning add comfort. The vibe includes a sun deck, terrace, garden view, patio, and a kitchen with kitchenware, plus non-smoking rooms and free on-site parking. A beach setting is part of the charm, and a streaming service (like Netflix) provides cozy evenings; meeting or banquet facilities are available for an extra charge.

The property has 93 reviews.

Rataview sits on the coast of Barrytown, New Zealand, just 1mi from the town center at 2626 Coast Road. This coastal hideaway blends a simple, friendly base with thoughtful comforts: a private entrance, air conditioning, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outside, a sun deck, terrace, garden view, and patio invite easy days, while a kitchen with kitchenware keeps mornings practical and non-smoking rooms ensure a fresh stay.

Evenings unfold with a streaming service (like Netflix) for cozy downtime after seaside adventures, and the option of meeting or banquet facilities for an extra charge makes planning small gatherings convenient. The beachy setting remains part of the charm, and on-site parking stays free for added ease.

Two apartment-style cottages provide flexible layouts: Cottage, 2 Twin, 3 Bedroom (1292 sqft) accommodates up to 8 adults with 2 Twin beds and 3 Queen beds; Cottage, 2 Twin, 2 Bedroom (538 sqft) accommodates up to 4 adults with 1 Queen bed and 2 Twin beds. Both options are non-smoking, and payment is accepted via Cash, American Express, Mastercard, and Visa. The property has 93 reviews, offering a sense of established charm.

Closest airports

Hokitika Aerodrome

35.8mi

Westport Airport

38.4mi

Most popular amenities

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Beach

Air conditioning

Sun deck

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Garden view

Patio

Kitchenware

Picnic area

View

Free toiletries

Rooms

Three-Bedroom Cottage - RataView in Rataview

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Cottage, 2 Twin Beds, 3 Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

3 Queen Size Beds

1290 sqft

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Terrace

Kitchenware

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Two-Bedroom Cottage - Rata in Rataview

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Cottage, 2 Twin Beds, 2 Bedroom

1 Queen Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

540 sqft

Garden view

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Kitchenware

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Guest reviews

8.3

93 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Deborah

8.2

February 2025

Barrytown coastal route 6 is phenomenal!! Awesome views, comfy cabin. We had Netflix one night. Close to Pancake Rocks, Conservation Visitor Center, both where awesome. Pancake Cafe had great food!! We loved our stay.

Unfortunately Rata Cottage, it rained hard the second night. I love the rain, but it knocked out Netflix (cable service). Bummer, but we tried talking to the property manager. She didn't come out to fix it. Poor Chris volunteered to assist, he was renting in RataView where the router/modem is kept. Anyway, we tried.

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Teresa

8.2

January 2024

Very different. Absolutely enormous as it used to be a cafe or restaurant. Incredible views and very fun having the table tennis table as well. Very different to normal baches but in a fun way.

Lack of washer and dryer - given the remote location and likelihood of needing to wash soaked and dirty clothes (and how expensive it was) I think this should have been easily accessible. Also over coffee. Most motels provide little sachets of filter coffee and again, given the price, I think this shouldn’t be hard to do.

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John

9.1

March 2025

Very nice location for a trip up the Northwest coast of South Island. Close to beaches and Pancake Rocks. A good base to head further up the coast to Cape Foulwind where we saw the seals. It actually could take 4 people but we only had 2.

Our cottage was right behind another, so we didn't have a view from inside the place.

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Brian

8.2

February 2025

Amazing views, great space, and convenient, quiet location!

We had several people try to enter our place (the big lodge) while we were there, expecting it to be a community center, not another guest house. While we had only friendly encounters, it was a bit unnerving.

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Pru

9.1

January 2024

Spacious, 180 degree ocean views, incredible deck. Modern and clean, just an incredible stay.

For a self contained, isolated stay, a laundry would have been good. There is no laundromat for about 30 minutes drive. Also there are currently some buildings works right in front of the deck and at rear of property but these were not disturbing us, there was no noise, and barely interrupted the view.

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Devon

9.1

April 2025

Very peaceful location with a short drive to Punakaiki Rocks. Tidy cottage with good supply in kitchen and great shower water pressure.

Limited view being behind the Rata building as described, able to use outside lawn space and seating at building for sunset though.

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Theresa

8.2

April 2025

I had the best sleep I have had in a long time. It was very quiet, warm and very accessible. Away from the hustle and bustle! The facilities were perfect for our needs. We enjoyed hanging out in the lounge area as there was plenty of room!

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Mgf75

8.2

February 2024

Very pleasant stay, cottage is welcoming, all nice and clean.

The Rataview has a big deck overlooking the sea and offers great sunsets but the 2 bedrooms Rata cottage is located behind the Rataview and has no front seaview. No shops around, make sure you bring all you need with you. The only dinner option is at the Pancakes site.

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Thijs

8.2

March 2025

Simple cottage with plenty of facilities. Beautiful location. Comfortable beds.

Basic and a bit dated here and there. No decent views from the cottage. No extractor hood in the kitchen.

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Annalyn

8.2

February 2023

The view is amazing. Thank you for allowing us to stay at your property ‘rataview from 20-21st February, 2023. The condition of the property was amazing, however, I would like to inform you that there was a small damage( cracked glass) on the main door on arrival to the property. The keys to the property have been left in the key-lock safe. Anna & friends.

Everything is great

Points of Interest Around Rataview

Attractions

Shantytown Heritage Park

20.1mi

Amenities of Rataview

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Streaming service (like Netflix)

Beach

Air conditioning

Sun deck

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Garden view

Patio

Kitchenware

Picnic area

View

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Rataview

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property