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Akaroa Waterfront Motels

4.0 star property
Experience waterfront tranquility with easy access to art galleries and museums nearby. Find fun for all ages at this relaxed retreat.

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Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Waterfront Studio) | Terrace/patio
Exterior
Front of property – evening/night
Front of property
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
The current price is €104
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar

Room options

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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)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
3 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

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)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Economy Studio, Kitchen (Studio)

Economy Studio, Kitchen (Studio)

Economy Studio, Kitchen (Studio)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (suite)

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (suite)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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

Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Waterfront Studio)

Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Waterfront Studio)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette (Waterfront)

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette (Waterfront)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
56-64 Rue Jolie, Akaroa, 7520

What's nearby

  • Akaroa Museum - 2 min walk
  • Pohatu Penguin Habitat - 2 min walk
  • Giant's House - 9 min walk
  • Akaroa Wharf - 11 min walk
  • Akaroa Lighthouse - 18 min walk

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Akaroa Fish & Chips - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪L'Escargot Rouge - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Trading Rooms - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ma Maison - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Common - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Akaroa Waterfront Motels

Upscale motel near Akaroa Wharf
Located close to Artisans Gallery and Akaroa Museum, Akaroa Waterfront Motels provides a terrace, a garden and a playground. In addition to a library and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free property and a billiards/pool table
  • Barbecues, tour/ticket information and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Akaroa Waterfront Motels have amenities, such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Kitchenettes, fridges and microwaves

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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 at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

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Waterfront Motels Motel
Akaroa Waterfront Motels
Akaroa Waterfront Hotel Akaroa
Driftwood Hotel Akaroa
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Akaroa Waterfront Motels Akaroa
Akaroa Waterfront Motels Motel Akaroa

Frequently asked questions

Is Akaroa Waterfront Motels pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Akaroa Waterfront Motels on 4 Mar 2025 start from €103.76, 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.

How much is parking at Akaroa Waterfront Motels?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Akaroa Waterfront Motels?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Akaroa Waterfront Motels?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Akaroa Waterfront Motels located?

Offering direct access to the beach, this Akaroa motel is steps away from Artisans Gallery and Akaroa Museum. St Patrick's Catholic Church and Giant's House are also within 10 minutes.

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Akaroa Waterfront Motels Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 301 out of 469 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 469 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 469 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 469 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 469 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Steven R

A nice older motel on the waterfront, the room was clean though somewhat tired looking. It was close to everything within the town, we would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Great location. We loved our waterfront studio upstairs. Would recommend to anyone visiting Akaroa. We can't wait to be back! Thanks for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Location comfortable great for a family holiday
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

anna

fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

rachael

Love staying here, the view is amazing
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Was in a perfect place. Wonderful views. The staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elanor

Old school kiwi motel, spacious, clean and perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Great motel to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Great place to stay, we loved it 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hank

Loved our room as right on the waterfront, lovely comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Great place to unwind
Stayed in a waterfront room. Great place to stay. Gorgeous outlook, nice to sit, relax and unwind. Handy to everything. Helpful staff. Bed a bit too soft for me, but that's just personal preference. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Great deal on a great place. Such a neat area!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Good sized unit, well equipped, great views.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Good location nice view - quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

The views from room 81 were beautiful and the room was very quiet and comfortable 🙏
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Best place in town
Great unit right on the water front (84) nice little balcony everything inside needed for cooking for yourself or walking 2 mins too multiple eating venues. Central too everything xxxxx
Rooms
Balcony
Veiw
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Del

Great location, beautiful setting. Room set up nicely
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Takahiro

Good location, nice service.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shona

Great location and very helpful staff. Perfect for exploring the town area and absolute beachfront for views and relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Great location on the waterfront, close to restaurants and shops. You can rent kayaks and bicycles!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Incredible location, amazing view to water a few metres from the rooms. Great layout and amenities; two queen beds in separate areas worked well for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Easy check in and nice stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Great place to stay in Akaroa!
Perfect location, located right on the water. Clean and comfy. Owners very accommodating and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mystee

Wonderful family stay for a family of 6. Appreciated the place and the staff were absolutely amazing. Views money can't buy all round fantastic close to everything or a small drive down the way to more places and shops. Great wee township and diffinitly something for everyone kinda place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabella

Such a lovely charming place to stay