Akaroa Criterion Motel

$$$$||View on mapAkaroa, New Zealand75 Rue Jolie, Akaroa, New Zealand|
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Akaroa Criterion Motel
75 Rue Jolie, Akaroa, New Zealand·View on map
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Overview

4-star centrally located motel with harbour views in Akaroa

Accommodations

Akaroa Criterion Motel offers rooms with either a balcony or a patio. Each room includes underfloor heating, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom. Most units have harbour views, and the motel provides ground floor rooms with wheelchair access.

On-Site Activities

The Criterion Akaroa provides access to on-site activities such as hiking, canoeing, and fishing. Guests can also book unique experiences like dolphin swimming tours in the nearby marine reserve. A special fundraising initiative supports local Hector's Dolphins.

Location

Akaroa Criterion Motel is centrally located in Akaroa, opposite Children's Bay. It is a 16-minute walk from Mt Vernon Akaroa and within walking distance to restaurants and cafes. Nearby attractions include Akaroa Heritage Park and The Giants House.

Parking and Accessibility

The motel offers free private parking, including undercover parking and accessible parking spaces. Akaroa Criterion Motel has designated facilities for disabled guests, with ground floor rooms that have wheelchair access. The property is marked as an Accessible hotel for guests with mobility challenges.

Guest Services

Criterion Akaroa provides daily housekeeping and laundry services for guest convenience. The motel includes luggage storage and a designated smoking area on-site. A sun terrace with BBQ facilities is available for outdoor use.

  • Location: Centrally located in Akaroa, opposite Children's Bay
  • Rooms: Rooms with balconies or patios offering harbour views
  • Accessibility: Ground floor rooms with wheelchair access
  • Activities: On-site hiking, canoeing, fishing, and dolphin swimming tours
  • Parking: Free private parking including undercover parking
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-20:00
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs NZD 16.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:12
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Facilities

Main facilities

Internet

Free internet access

Parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services
Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Facilities for kids

Cribs

Services

  • Room service
  • Laundry

Children

  • Cribs

Spa & Leisure

  • BBQ facilities

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bedroom

  • Electric blankets

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Akaroa Criterion Motel

💵 Lowest room price 98 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 54.3 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Christchurch, CHC

Location

75 Rue Jolie, Akaroa, New Zealand
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75 Rue Jolie, Akaroa, New Zealand
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75 Rue Jolie, Akaroa, New Zealand
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Lava
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Church
St Patrick's Akaroa Catholic Parish Church
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Stony Bay Peak Walk
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French Bay
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Beach
Childrens Bay
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Libraries
Akaroa Coronation Library
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Mt. Somers
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Waffle Haus Akaroa
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Peninsula General Store
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Electric Kitchen Espresso & Eatery
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