Akaroa Waterfront Motels
56 - 64 Rue Jolie, Akaroa 7520 New Zealand
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Located in the beautiful, historic French village of Akaroa, just 1.5H from Christchurch. With 24 refurbished units to choose from featuring studio,1, 2 and 3-bedroom units, you can enjoy affordable comfort with the waterfront right at your doorstep. With most units offering views of the water, spacious living and well-equipped kitchens you have everything you need to make your stay enjoyable. We are only a minutes stroll to the art and craft shops, restaurants, cafes and other attractions Akaroa has to offer. You could also relax in our private hot tropical spa pool.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Beach
Bicycle rental
Babysitting
Books, DVDs, music for children
BBQ facilities
Secured parking
Wifi
Canoeing
Hiking
Billiards
Board games / puzzles
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Baggage storage
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Sun terrace
Private check-in / check-out
Laundry service
Self-serve laundry
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Desk
Housekeeping
Seating area
Separate dining area
Coffee / tea maker
Flatscreen TV
Electric blanket
Bath / shower
Sofa
Telephone
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
Kitchenware
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Ocean view
Non-smoking rooms
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Centrally Located
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Languages Spoken
English, French, Spanish
Location
85Good for walkers
Grade: 85 out of 100
13Restaurantswithin 0.5 km
12Attractionswithin 0.5 km
56 - 64 Rue Jolie, Akaroa 7520 New Zealand
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This was a lovely place to stay for a weekend . Room and bathroom kept very clean, nice bed linen. Sky tv. The reception lady was super friendly. Very handy location to the water and the shops. We would come again.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Lovely views, very clean room with a balcony to enjoy the sunsets. Right on the waterfront with ample car parking. The office was only open for limited hours due to staff shortages, but this wasn’t a problem. Only negative was the bed which was not very comfortable. However clean and with electric blankets, which was much appreciated in winter. Excellent location and the room was very spacious with good cooking facilities.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Great location and beautiful little town and people. So glad we stopped here overnight on our way from Lake Tekapo to Kaikoura. Good value and lovely spot for our family of four. Loved visiting the gin distillery, eating the mussels in the Madeira Hotel for dinner and visiting the absolutely brilliant museum. French Cemetery was also really interesting and lunch at The Commons was fantastic. Everything was fabulous.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: Upstairs room for a view and privacy recommended
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Response from Elise C, General Manager at Akaroa Waterfront Motels
Responded 9 Jul 2023
Hi Thank you for your lovely comments We are glad you had a great time with us and you enjoyed the motel value and the central location. It is very easy to walk to different restaurants and cafes from the motel. We hope to have a chance to welcome you again in the future Best regards Elise and the AWM team
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We booked an upstairs unit in the Driftwood motel block. We loved breakfast on our private little balcony overlooking the water. The staff were exemplry in their natural friendlyness and willingness to help. The motels are quite and well situated away from the busy part of town but a stroll away from cafes and restaurants. We were very impressed with the motel's policies for caring for the environment. Very close to the Giant's House which is a must do!
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The motel is pretty basic, though comfortable enough for our one-night stay. Check-in/out is completely without contact so we had no interaction with staff. If you want to cook, the kitchen seemed to have the necessary basics. The location is good, an easy walk to anywhere in the small town. It was fine for our needs but if I were to go again I think I'd look for a bed-and-breakfast instead. And in general, Akoroa is only worth the stop if you have at least 2 nights so you can take advantage of some of the tours on offer.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We throughly enjoyed our stay here. The setting is gorgeous. The motel is fairly old and a bit tired, but very comfortable and it has everything you need. We have recommended this motel to friends and family who are looking at a comfortable place where they can relax. It’s great to be able to walk to the main street in one minute.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Plenty of parking. Laundry on site.
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Beautiful, convenient location, totally functional, but dated inside. The lakefront picnic tables seem to appeal to groups who want to hang out together in the late evening, so you can expect some noise from others socializing. 6 stars for the setting and views, 2.5 stars for needing a decor refresh ASAP. Would return, but personally would prefer to pay more, for an updated interior.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The room did not match the listing on Tripadvisor. Not one picture they showed is of the room or hotel you get to stay in. The Hotel next door is also managed by the same people, so I expressed my disappointment to the management without a satisfactory conclusion. The room was also not clean with food crumbs and chips of the furniture and the bathroom was poorly cleaned.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Avoid this place in summer as no aircon and Akaroa gets hot in summer. Be very careful with your...
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Response from Elise C, General Manager at Akaroa Waterfront Motels
Responded 28 Feb 2023
Dear Daniel Thank you for your message and we are sorry to hear that the room you stayed in did not match the listing on TripAdvisor. Unfortunately, Tripadvisor is a third party platform with 202 photos showing, some provided by the motel but most of them provided by guests or anyone who tags the motel. You however told us you only look at the first few pictures. We are only 1 motel, with have 24 units divided in 7 unit types in 2 buildings. To avoid disappointment, I would recommend to book directly on our website and not through a third-party website who is using a third-party booking platform, where the communication can be lost. Yes, you came to see us at reception, and we apologized for the inconvenience, but we also explained: we are in high demand season, the waterfront units have been fully booked for months, while you had made your booking a couple of days before arrival and maybe the 1 bedroom suite was the only option at that time. You will understand we couldn’t cancel someone else’s booking in order to fit you in. We did offer the waterfront 3 bedroom though, even if it was much bigger than your request and it was waterfront, we propose you to even take a look, but you declined, just mentioning “you were looking at your options.” I am not sure what was the issue with the bathroom as it wasn’t put to our attention while you were with us. However, we do apologize if the sofa had crumbs on it. This is certainly not the level of service we strive to provide our guests. You will notice from other reviews; this is not a common statement. Please know that we take cleanliness very seriously and have addressed the issue with our housekeeping team to ensure that such oversights do not occur in the future. We have tried our best to find solutions due to the circumstances and came to see you a few times but unfortunately there were not really discussion possible during your short time with us, and only comment received was: “we are not sure we are staying”. When you finally made your mind 1h30 later you didn’t even advise our staff. Through the summer, we have had a lot of people staying in that same unit, north facing, only meters from the harbour and they have been really enjoying their stay. We would just also recommend you book directly with the motel or read full room description from third party website for your next holiday. Sincerely Elise and the AWM team
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Mum flew into NZ from England and we spent our first 2 nights in Akaroa. The staff here are very friendly and generous with tea and coffee etc. Was lovely on the water front very relaxing sitting out on the balcony, the views are stunning and everything is close by we didn’t drive anywhere during our stay 😊 thanks so much!!
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Elise C, General Manager at Akaroa Waterfront Motels
Responded 28 Feb 2023
Thank you for your lovely comments! We are glad you enjoyed our location by the water's edge of Akaroa Harbour, and the great views. Our central location makes it easy to access activities, restaurant or supermarket. Staff friendliness is on our top list priority, so thank you for mentioning it. We hope to have a chance to welcome you again soon. Kind regards Elise and the AWM team
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Fabulous view from absolute waterfront unit. Nice deck area and well laid out room. Very clean and comfortable. Didn't use facilities but BBQ, pentanque and outdoor chess provided. Didn't actually meet any staff due to check in process.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Elise C, General Manager at Akaroa Waterfront Motels
Responded 28 Feb 2023
Thank you for your nice feedback. We are glad you enjoyed the location and the cleanliness of your unit, we will share your comments with our housekeeping team. We hope you have a chance to come back to see us , to make the most of all our facilities. Best regards Elise and the AWM team
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PRICE RANGE
US$106 - US$131 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
akaroa waterfront hotel akaroa, driftwood hotel akaroa
LOCATION
New ZealandSouth IslandCanterbury RegionAkaroa
NUMBER OF ROOMS
24
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Frequently Asked Questions about Akaroa Waterfront Motels
Which popular attractions are close to Akaroa Waterfront Motels?
Nearby attractions include Akaroa Museum (0.1 km), Akaroa Lighthouse (0.3 km), and Banks Peninsula War Memorial and Grounds (0.2 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Akaroa Waterfront Motels?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and kids activities.
Which room amenities are available at Akaroa Waterfront Motels?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Akaroa Waterfront Motels?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities and free instant coffee during their stay.
Is parking available at Akaroa Waterfront Motels?
Yes, free parking and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Akaroa Waterfront Motels?
Conveniently located restaurants include Mandala Restaurant, The Little Bistro, and Ma Maison Restaurant & Bar.
Is Akaroa Waterfront Motels located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.1 km away from the centre of Akaroa.
Are any cleaning services offered at Akaroa Waterfront Motels?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Akaroa Waterfront Motels?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, and French.
Does Akaroa Waterfront Motels have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the harbour view available here.