5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Delightful local walks without needing to get into a car. Enjoyed the dolphin watching boat triip
Akaroa
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Akaroa Criterion Motel
75 Rue Jolie, Akaroa
The price is €85 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
€85
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified motel in Akaroa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (573 reviews)
"Lovely spacious room with great seaviews. Friendly helpful staff, and a very civilised 11am check out. We'll be back!"
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025
Tresori Motor Lodge
Cnr Rue Jolie & Church St, Akaroa
The price is €84 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
€84
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star motel in Akaroa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Akaroa Wharf and Akaroa Lighthouse are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (333 reviews)
"Great customer service on arrival... nice clean room but mould on bathroom window (not a lot) needs to be removed, Room 10... but that wouldnt stop me recommending staying here.."
Reviewed on 12 May 2025
Akaroa Village Inn
81 Beach Road, Akaroa, Canterbury
The price is €77 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
€77
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach apartment in Akaroa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Akaroa Wharf and Akaroa Lighthouse are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (115 reviews)
"Great place, great location"
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Akaroa Village Inn
81 Beach Road, Akaroa, Canterbury
Stay at this 3-star beach apartment in Akaroa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Akaroa Wharf and Akaroa Lighthouse are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (115 reviews)
"Great place, great location"
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025
SEACLUSION: Great Water Views, Wonderful for Big Families & Groups
Akaroa
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Akaroa. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a garden. Popular attractions Giant's House and Artisans ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (80 reviews)
Good for families
"Large family home,great toys for kids and pool table a bonus. Very good communication and clear instructions on how to enter property. A narrow and steep road up to house limits ability to walk to town with small children."
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2025
Million Dollar View - Takamatua Holiday Home
Akaroa
Stay at this vacation home in Akaroa. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions St Patrick's Catholic Church and Artisans Gallery are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Weekend away
"Quiet relaxing spot. Beautiful views"
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Akaroa Wharf
4.5/5(25 reviews)
At this pretty quayside join wildlife-spotting excursions around the Banks Peninsula and enjoy waterfront walks while admiring magnificent scenery.
Akaroa Lighthouse
4.5/5(3 reviews)
For a glimpse of the history of the Banks Peninsula and an hour or two in nature, walk or ride to this historic wooden lighthouse and take in the scenic harbor views.
Akaroa Museum
5/5(1 review)
Delve into the past in this fascinating little local museum with its three heritage buildings on the South Island’s Banks Peninsula.
Linton The Giant House
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Linton The Giant House during your trip to Akaroa. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.
Banks Peninsula Track
5/5(1 review)
You can take time to visit Banks Peninsula Track during your travels to Long Bay. Wander the waterfront in this relaxing area.
Pohatu Penguin Habitat
5/5(1 review)
Enjoy an outing to Pohatu Penguin Habitat during your stay in Akaroa. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.
Things to do
Akaroa Harbour 2-Hour Dolphin Nature Cruise
€61
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Akaroa Dolphins 〜 Harbour Nature Cruise
€62
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Akaroa: 4WD Safari and Guided Sea-Kayaking Experience
€69
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Akaroa: Pohatu Penguins Scenic Nature 2-Hour or 4-Hour Tour
€49
per adult
Reviews of Akaroa
4.8
Top destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Lovely town and harbour. Good place to take boat trip to see dolphins
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Beautiful place, great scenery and atmosphere.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Beautiful place. Village feel and stunning views travelling to and around it. Great activities on the sea and saw dolphins, penguins and a ray. The Giants House is a must.
