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 when you spend time at Shantytown. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.
Shantytown Heritage Park
Bring the family to Shantytown Heritage Park and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Greymouth.
Gem & Mineral Hall
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Gem & Mineral Hall during your trip to 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 savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Skip the Line: Shantytown Heritage Park Experience Ticket
From Greymouth: Punakaiki Blowholes & Pancake Rocks Tour
From Greymouth: Highlights West Coast Day Tour
Greymouth: Hokitika Gorge and Tree Top Walkway Half-Day Tour
Top hotels in Rutherglen
Beachfront Hotel
Great accommodation and location. Staff were nice and there is a restaurant onsite.
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Shining Star Beachfront Accommodation
Beautiful view, clean cabin
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Copthorne Hotel Greymouth
Room was spotless and i am so glad I went for a river view room!
Reviewed on 2 Nov 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 6 Nov 2025
Jade Court Motor Lodge
Generally clean, well stocked kitchenette. Older rooms, some mold around the outside of the shower enclosure.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
The Ashley Hotel
Lovely modern room. Very clean. Staff friendly and helpful. Will stay here again.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Rutherglen
Gladstone
Restaurants and spas are some things travellers note about Gladstone. Check out Shantytown or Gem & Mineral Hall while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.
Paroa
Beaches and restaurants are some things travellers note about Paroa. Check out Shantytown or Monteith's Brewing Company while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.
Camerons
Some popular features of Camerons include its restaurants and spas. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Shantytown or Gem & Mineral Hall are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Marsden
While Marsden isn't home to many top sights, Shantytown and Shantytown Heritage Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Karoro
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Karoro and surrounding area, you can visit Monteith's Brewing Company and Grey District Aquatic Centre.
Central Greymouth
Though Central Greymouth may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Monteith's Brewing Company and Grey District Aquatic Centre.
