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Akaroa Waterfront Motels

★★★ 64 Rue Jolie, Akaroa, NZ

8.7 guest rating· 1461 reviews

About this hotel

Beautiful Waterfront Property in Historic French Village

Spectacular Views and Garden Surroundings

Nestled in the Canterbury region, Akaroa Waterfront Motels offers stunning harbour views and lush gardens, providing a serene escape for guests.

Convenient Amenities and Activities

With free WiFi, private boat ramp, and picnic areas, guests can relax and enjoy the on-site facilities. The proximity to water activities like swimming, fishing, and kayaking ensures a fun-filled stay.

To experience the charm of Akaroa from the comfort of a self-contained accommodation, book your stay at Akaroa Waterfront Motels now.

Rooms & rates

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Sleeps 4 · Double bed, 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette (Waterfront Family)

Sleeps 4 · 2× Double bed

  • Desk
  • Balcony or patio
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker

Economy Studio, Kitchen (Studio)

Sleeps 3 · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker

Standard Studio, Kitchenette (Waterfront Studio)

Sleeps 3 · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

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

Sleeps 6 · 2× Double bed, 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Balcony or patio
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Kitchen

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen (suite)

Sleeps 4 · Double bed, 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette (Waterfront)

Sleeps 2 · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Balcony or patio
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Coffee/tea maker

Three-Bedroom Apartment - Waterfront

Sleeps 6 · 60 m² · 2× Twin bed, Double bed, Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shower
  • Telephone

Two-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 4 · 45 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shower
  • Telephone

Budget Studio

Sleeps 3 · 35 m² · Twin bed, Queen bed, Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shower
  • TV

Amenities

  • WiFi available
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Private parking
  • Beach
  • Beachfront
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Tour desk
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Babysitting/child services
  • Badminton equipment
  • BBQ facilities
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  • Billiards
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Canoeing
  • Cashless payment available
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Cycling
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Garden
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Picnic area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Table tennis
  • Terrace
  • Water sport facilities on site

Location

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64 Rue Jolie, Akaroa, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say8.71461 reviews

+ Great location+ Friendly staffSparsely equipped kitchenMinor issues with TV placement
Cleanliness8.6
Service9.1
Location9.1
Room Quality8.6
Amenities8.1
Value for Money8.6

We really enjoyed our stay.

8.0

Location, staff, spacious room

Amanda · NZ · 2026-07-22

Guest review

8.0

The sea view was beautiful.

Can't think of anything.

Jo · NZ · 2026-07-21

Guest review

9.0

Der Ausblick - ein Traum

Londonblau · DE · 2026-07-13

Enjoyable

9.0

Location great view amazing

Took a long time for the room to warm up was a really cold day

Nerrolli · NZ · 2026-07-12

Good to know

From 15 May 2021 until 15 October 2021, office hours are 9.30am until 6.30pm, late check is available but must be confirmed at least 12hours prior arrival.

You can request your preferred bedding configuration in the Special Requests Box at the time of booking. Please note that the bedding configuration is not guaranteed and will be confirmed upon arrival, subject to availability.

Please note that Akaroa Waterfront Motels does not accept payments with American Express credit cards.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Internet

WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 1 year old stay for NZD 10 per person per stay when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an existing bed.

You haven't added any extra beds.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.