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 Artisans Gallery
Located close to Akaroa Museum and St Patrick's Catholic Church, 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
Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
A billiards/pool table, multilingual staff, and barbecue grills
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Akaroa Waterfront Motels offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
40-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves
Languages
English, French, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Playground
Family friendly
Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
Kitchenette
Laundry facilities
Microwave
Playground
Refrigerator
Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
Conveniences
Library
Guest services
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Tour/ticket assistance
Outdoors
BBQ grill(s)
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
This property does not have elevators
More
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bed sheets
Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
Heating
Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower
Towels
Entertainment
40-inch LCD TV
Cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
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Desk
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
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
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per stay
Property payment types
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
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 elevators
National rating
For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.
Property is also known as
Akaroa Waterfront Motels Motel
Waterfront Motels Motel
Akaroa Waterfront Motels
Akaroa Waterfront Hotel Akaroa
Driftwood Hotel Akaroa
Akaroa Waterfront Motels Motel
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 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?
Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out 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 from Artisans Gallery and Akaroa Museum. St Patrick's Catholic Church and Giant's House are also within 10 minutes.
Akaroa Waterfront Motels Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
The studio was fantastic with the lovely view. Large windows and a patio door leading to a balcony.
The design was well thought out. One of the best accommodation I had stayed in.
Very peaceful and quiet but it was a Thursday night and in August.
Wish we could stay longer but we had to fly back to UK.
What a wonderful way to end our adventure in New Zealand. The staff member was exceptionally friendly and helpful. Akaroa is a lovely town…thank you and peace 🙏
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.
Mystee
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Phil
Traveled with family
1 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Average
We were looking forward to the say but felt a little let down for $200 plus. The unit was OK - a little tired and in need of a refresh - numerous wall gouges etc. A few teas and a plunger but no beans - does anyone drink instant in 2024? We don't usually complain but this is just a bit of a poor look for tourists to an iconic tourist spot in New Zealand. You can do better as regular travellers we kind of expect better.
Loved our room as right on the waterfront, lovely comfortable stay
Hank
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
6/10 Okay
Allan
Traveled with family
23 June 2024
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Found the property very dated. we had a pleasant stay but no fan or heating in bathroom and on a very cold morning not inviting at all.
Overall the property could do with a good clean and tidy.
Allan
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
4/10 Poor
Martin
Traveled with partner
20 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Based on the available photo's the property appeared to be a lot newer than it actually is, and it is starting to show its age. Was also quite cold, heatong needs updating.