Akaroa Criterion Motel

Eco-certified motel in Akaroa with free parking

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Studio, Sea View, Ground Floor | View from room

The Akaroa Criterion Motel offers a peaceful getaway with amenities like laundry facilities and free self-parking. Enjoy quiet moments on the terrace, browse the library, and stay connected with WiFi. Friendly staff create a welcoming atmosphere, making guests feel at home.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Breakfast available
Room service
Housekeeping
Air conditioning
Laundry

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 23 - Sep 24

Tomorrow

Sep 24 - Sep 25

All rooms

1 bed

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

Studio Mid Floor

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Hairdryer

Microwave

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Studio Top Floor

Exceptional

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

Standard Studio

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Hairdryer

Microwave

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Studio Mid Floor Sea View

Exceptional

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

Studio, Sea View, Ground Floor

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

Fridge

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Hairdryer

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

About the area

Akaroa is home to Akaroa Criterion Motel. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Montgomery Park Scenic Reserve and Duvauchelle Showgrounds, while Akaroa Museum and Maori & Colonial Museum are cultural highlights. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.

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What's nearby

Akaroa Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
St Patrick's Catholic Church - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Linton The Giant House - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
Akaroa Wharf - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Akaroa Lighthouse - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Little Bistro - ‬4 min walk
‪Grand Hotel - ‬8 min walk
‪Crater Cafe Akaroa - ‬1 min walk
‪Bully Hayes - ‬7 min walk
‪La Thai Restaurant - ‬8 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), luggage storage and smoke-free property
Barbecues and tour/ticket information
Guest reviews say great 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.

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 to 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

Housekeeping (daily)
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

1 building
3 floors
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided

Entertainment

45-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

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

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 staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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, a smoke detector and a security system

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

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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 23 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Akaroa Criterion Motel on 24 Sept 2025 start from €99.46, 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 Akaroa Wharf are also within 10 minutes.

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About the area

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Getting around

Restaurants

About this property

Akaroa Criterion Motel

Awards and affiliations

Property amenities

Internet

Parking and transport

Food and drink

Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Outdoors

Accessibility

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Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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