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Akaroa Criterion Motel

4.5 star property
Luxury motel in Akaroa with free parking
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Akaroa Criterion Motel

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Studio Top Floor | View from room
Dock
Front of property
Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Dining

Overview of Akaroa Criterion Motel

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Highlights
  • Staff & service is scored top 10% in Akaroa Harbour by travellers.
  • Cleanliness is scored top 10% in Akaroa Harbour by travellers.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
The price is NZ$154
Price available on 19/5/2024

Explore the area

Map
75 Rue Jolie, Akaroa, 7520
  • Popular LocationAkaroa Museum1 min walk
  • Popular LocationAkaroa Wharf9 min walk
  • Popular LocationAkaroa Lighthouse16 min walk
  • AirportChristchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)65 min drive
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Room options

View all photos for Studio Mid Floor

Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Mid Floor

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio Top Floor | View from room

Studio Top Floor

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio

In-room dining

Standard Studio

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Mid Floor Sea View

Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Mid Floor Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio, Sea View, Ground Floor

Studio, Sea View, Ground Floor

Studio, Sea View, Ground Floor

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Akaroa

Akaroa Criterion Motel is located in Akaroa. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Montgomery Park Scenic Reserve and Ellangowan, while Akaroa Museum and Maori & Colonial Museum are cultural highlights. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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What's nearby

  • Akaroa Museum - 1 min walk
  • Giant's House - 8 min walk
  • Linton The Giant House - 8 min walk
  • Akaroa Wharf - 9 min walk
  • Akaroa Lighthouse - 16 min walk

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bully Hayes Restaurant & Bar - 7 min walk
  • Harbar - 1 min walk
  • Aihe Restaurant - 8 min walk
  • The Hilltop Cafés & Bar - 18 min drive
  • Akaroa Fish & Chips - 7 min walk

About this property

Akaroa Criterion Motel

Eco-certified motel
You can look forward to a terrace, a library and laundry facilities at Akaroa Criterion Motel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), barbecues and smoke-free property
  • Tour/ticket information and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say good things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Akaroa Criterion Motel have perks, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 45-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, balconies and fridges

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8 AM–10 AM for a fee: NZD 16 for adults and NZD 16 for children

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 floors
  • Building
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 45-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 16 for adults and from NZD 16 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 per cent

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Akaroa Criterion
Akaroa Criterion Motel
Akaroa Motel
Criterion Akaroa
Criterion Motel
Criterion Motel Akaroa
Motel Akaroa
Akaroa Criterion Hotel Christchurch
Akaroa Criterion Motel Motel
Akaroa Criterion Motel Akaroa
Akaroa Criterion Motel Motel Akaroa

Frequently asked questions

Is Akaroa Criterion Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Akaroa Criterion Motel?

As of 25 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Akaroa Criterion Motel on 19 May 2024 start from NZ$154.32, 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 Criterion Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Akaroa Criterion Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Akaroa Criterion Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Akaroa Criterion Motel located?

Situated in Akaroa, this eco-certified motel is within a 5-minute walk of Akaroa Museum and Artisans Gallery. St Patrick's Catholic Church and Giant's House are also within 10 minutes.

Akaroa Criterion Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 376 out of 497 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 112 out of 497 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 497 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 497 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 497 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barrie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel in central Akaroa. Friendly staff. Walkable to virtually everything. Especially excellent bakery adjacent.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Travelled with partner
Will be staying again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Teresa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great position, view and large room
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesus Ivan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel, beautiful views and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful motel, lovely rooms. Great views across to wharf & bay. Walkable distance to cafe's & restaurant. Welcoming staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful situation in the township of Akaroa. Lovely view of the bay and pier, sunset was amazing! The room is modern, well furnished and I loved the little balcony. Helpful and accomodating staff. Loved out stay and would definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very helpful staff, fantastic view from the apartment. Very clean, lots space and everything you need for a few nights stay. Would highly recommend to others
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pixie

Travelled with partner
Very kind staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely view from our 2nd floor studio unit, very handy to all the activities and dining.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful View
Lovely spacious room with a beautiful view of the bay. Check-in was a delight with the super friendly and helpful lady. The hotel was quiet and very walk able to all activities and dining in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024