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Akaroa Waterfront Motels

4.0 star property

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A person relaxing on a lounge chair by a lake with mountains in the background.
A waterfront property with a stone wall, palm trees, and a building with large windows.
A cozy living room with a large window offering a scenic view of a lake and hills. The room features striped sofas, a glass coffee table, and woven placemats.
Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Waterfront Studio)
A coastal hotel with multiple buildings, a beachfront, and a rocky shoreline.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July

Explore the area

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56-64 Rue Jolie, Akaroa, 7520
  • Place, Akaroa Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Akaroa Wharf
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Akaroa Lighthouse
    ‪20 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (Waterfront 3 Bedroom)

Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (Waterfront 3 Bedroom)

Standard Suite, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen (Waterfront 3 Bedroom)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Economy Studio, Kitchen (Studio)

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Economy Studio, Kitchen (Studio)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (suite)

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (suite)

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (suite)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Waterfront Studio)

A neatly arranged hotel room with a bed, a chair, a bedside table, and a small cabinet.

Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Waterfront Studio)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette (Waterfront)

A room with a view of a lake, a round table with chairs, and a door leading to an outdoor area with a bench and chairs.

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette (Waterfront)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette (Waterfront Family)

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette (Waterfront Family)

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette (Waterfront Family)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Akaroa

At Akaroa Waterfront Motels you'll be within steps of Artisans Gallery and Akaroa Museum. Highlights at this beach motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a library and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. .Places within a short walk of this 4-property class Akaroa motel include St Patrick's Catholic Church and Akaroa Wharf is within 15 minutes.
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What's nearby

  • Artisans Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Akaroa Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St Patrick's Catholic Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Akaroa Wharf - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Akaroa Lighthouse - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hilltop Cafés & Bar - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪La Thai Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Akaroa Corner Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tīni Gin Bar & Eatery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Common - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Akaroa Waterfront Motels

As a guest of Akaroa Waterfront Motels, you'll find a library, a terrace, and barbecue grills. Public spaces have free WiFi. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Akaroa Waterfront Motels. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Akaroa motel is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Self-service laundry
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Akaroa Waterfront Motels offers 24 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. 40-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Accommodation at this 4-star motel has kitchenettes with fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Akaroa Village Inn
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  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
4.4 out of 5, Excellent, 153 reviews
The price is NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Akaroa Village Inn

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Direct access to the beach
  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (9:30 AM - 6:30 PM) and Friday - Saturday (9:00 AM - 7:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25.0 per stay.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Akaroa Waterfront Motels?

Yep, Akaroa Waterfront Motels has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Akaroa Waterfront Motels?

As of 28 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Akaroa Waterfront Motels on 29 Jul 2026 start from NZ$169, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Akaroa Waterfront Motels?

The closest beach to Akaroa Waterfront Motels is Le Bons Bay Beach (12.5 km).

Is Akaroa Waterfront Motels family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Akaroa Waterfront Motels is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Akaroa Waterfront Motels?

No, Akaroa Waterfront Motels does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Akaroa Waterfront Motels?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Akaroa Waterfront Motels?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Akaroa Waterfront Motels Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 370 out of 577 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 160 out of 577 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 577 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 577 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 577 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and view, handy to restaurants & bars
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, and very clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking, great location, staff were friendly and helpful, rooms were clean, well stocked, comfortable. Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location right on the water and walking distance to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect position, right on the waterfront with a view across the bay. we also appreciated the laundry facility
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Rosina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in the budget side of the motel, but were given an upgrade. Staff were lovely, room was large & clean. Fabulous views, so close to the cafes etc.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel with amazing views. Great size rooms with private balcony that was a highlight. Staff were so helpful and we hired the kayak and the hot tub. Really special two days in a lovely little town
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, beautifully clean room with good facilities & views of the bay. Very helpful lady on reception .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice view
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great waterfront view. Spacious room. Few dining options open of a night time in this part of town
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was clean and well equiped. Easy check in and out.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay at this property. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location on the water with great vista. Unit was well equipped, tidy and clean. The living area very spacious, with great wee veranda. Good parking area available.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, we loved it 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location comfortable great for a family holiday
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice two bedrooms very clean and great waterfront setting.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and clean, spacious and family friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bernard

Liked: Staff & service
Wonderful location. Rooms and decor look a bit tired but the superb location makes up for that!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great motel to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

javen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was absolutely wonderful! The staff was excellent and lovely to talk to; nothing but good things to say about Akaroa Waterfront Motels!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, great location. Door lock malfunctioned and may need attention
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

korinna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location - incredible and breathtaking, great location clean, spacious, comfortable, great telly Shower a bit weak
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Merrill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was great the staff werevery friendly and welcoming on arruval
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025