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Akaroa Criterion Motel

Akaroa Criterion Motel

75 Rue Jolie, Akaroa, 7520, New Zealand

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+1 (888) 385-8465

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Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Beach

Golf course

Air conditioning

Sun deck

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Akaroa Criterion Motel

Akaroa Criterion Motel is a four-star retreat in Akaroa, New Zealand. Nestled at 75 Rue Jolie, the property sits just 0.1mi from the city center, keeping the town’s harbor-side charm within easy reach. With 1,063 reviews shaping the story, prices start from $170.

Featured amenities include free private parking, free Wi-Fi, proximity to a beach and a golf course, air conditioning, a sun deck, private entrance, on-site parking (free), a terrace, non-smoking rooms, a patio, kitchenware and kitchenette, free toiletries, a balcony, and soundproof rooms.

Located in Akaroa, New Zealand, the motel offers a practical base for exploring the area, pairing comfortable spaces with convenient features and quick access to the town center.

Just steps from Akaroa’s heart, this four-star retreat blends harbor-town charm with modern comfort. Free private parking and free Wi‑Fi keep things easy, while air conditioning, a sun deck, and a terrace invite laid-back days and breezy evenings. A private entrance, non-smoking spaces, a patio, kitchenware and kitchenette, free toiletries, a balcony, and soundproof rooms round out the thoughtful touches for a relaxed stay.

Room options span studios and standard configurations, including sea-view choices. Layouts such as Studio, Sea View; Standard Room; and Superior, King/Twin, Sea View showcase sizes around 431 to 517 square feet, with configurations that pair a king-size bed with twins in some setups. Every option is non-smoking, with private entrances and the option of a balcony or patio, plus quiet rooms thanks to soundproofing.

Location puts Akaroa Criterion Motel near the town center, the harbor, a beach, and a golf course, making it a handy base for exploring the area. With 1,063 reviews shaping the story, the stay offers a reliable mix of convenience and comfort. Payments can be made in cash or by Visa, Mastercard, Eftpos, or UnionPay, and prices start from $170 for a comfortable getaway.

Closest airports

Christchurch International Airport

30.8mi

Most popular amenities

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Beach

Golf course

Air conditioning

Sun deck

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Garden view

Patio

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Free toiletries

Balcony

Soundproof

Rooms

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Superior Room, Sea View

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

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In the fully equipped kitchenette, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The spacious double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower.

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Standard Room, Sea View

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

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In the well-equipped kitchenette, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The spacious studio offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower.

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Studio, Ground Floor, Sea View

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

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Meals can be prepared in the kitchenette, which comes with a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The spacious studio provides air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower.

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Standard Room

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

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This room includes a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom.

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Studio, Ground Floor

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning

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This room includes a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom.

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Studio

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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Studio Apartment

Flat-screen TV

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Studio, Sea View

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Studio, Upper Floor

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Studio, 1 Bedroom

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Studio, King Bed

1 King Size Bed

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Studio, King Bed, Sea View

1 King Size Bed

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Guest reviews

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993 reviews

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Points of Interest Around Akaroa Criterion Motel

Attractions

Banks Peninsula

9.1mi

Port Hills

19.3mi

Christchurch Gondola

20mi

Cashel Street

24.8mi

New Regent Street

25.1mi

Christchurch Tram

25.3mi

Christchurch Arts Centre

25.4mi

Canterbury Museum

25.5mi

Hagley Park

25.6mi

TranzAlpine Train

25.6mi

Christchurch Botanic Gardens

25.7mi

Mona Vale

26.6mi

Air Force Museum of New Zealand

27.5mi

Willowbank Wildlife Reserve

30.1mi

International Antarctic Centre

30.3mi

Amenities of Akaroa Criterion Motel

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Beach

Golf course

Air conditioning

Sun deck

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Garden view

Patio

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Free toiletries

Balcony

Soundproof

Stay rules - Akaroa Criterion Motel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property