Hotel Akaroa Criterion Motel, Akaroa, New Zealand

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Akaroa Criterion Motel

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Overview

Located at a distance of 0.9 km from Saint Peter's Anglican Church, the perfect 4-star Akaroa Criterion Motel offers Wi-Fi in the rooms and complimentary private parking. The environmentally friendly motel is a good starting point for exploring Akaroa, including Catholic St. Patrick's Akaroa, which is only 0.7 km away.

Location

The smoke-free accommodation is about 90 km from Christchurch airport and within close distance of such cultural venues as Lava Art Gallery. Popular natural sights near the Criterion Motel Akaroa are The Giants House (950 metres) and Garden of Tane (0.7 km). Located within a 700-metre distance of the perfect property, Trinity Presbyterian Church is open for visiting by worshippers and tourists.

Rooms

Akaroa Criterion Motel features 12 rooms equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels as well as coffee/tea makers. They are outfitted with spacious decor. Offering such amenities as a hair dryer and a heated floor, the bathrooms also include underfloor heating, a separate toilet, and a shower. Guests can enjoy views of the harbour.

Eat & Drink

At Electric Kitchen Espresso & Eatery, you can taste Delhi food, besides, it's within short walking distance of this Akaroa hotel.

Leisure & Business

There is a summer terrace and a golf course available at additional cost. The Criterion Motel also features canoeing, hiking, and cycling along with bicycles for rent.

Good to know

Check-in/Check-out

from 14:00-20:00

until 11:00

Amenities

Private parking is possible on site for free.

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 per person per day.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Building

Number of rooms:12

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Rooms and availability

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Studio

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2 persons

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Ground Floor Studio with Sea View

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2 persons

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One-Bedroom Studio

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2 persons

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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Free parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

Laundry

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Sports activities

Hiking

Cycling

Canoeing

Fishing

Sports & Fitness

Diving
Canoeing
Hiking
Cycling
Golf course
Fishing

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

In-room breakfast

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Sun terrace
BBQ facilities

Room view

Sea view

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
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	8373 INR
📏 Distance to centre	200 m
✈️ Distance to airport	86.4 km
🧳 Nearest airport	Christchurch, CHC

Location
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Address

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75 Rue Jolie, Akaroa, New Zealand

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75 Rue Jolie, Akaroa, New Zealand

City landmarks
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Restaurants
Hotels nearby

Gallery

The Giants House

910 m

Museum

Akaroa Museum Te Whare Taonga

910 m

cnr Beach Rd & Rue Balguerie

Banks Peninsula War Memorial and Grounds

910 m

Beach Road

Akaroa Lighthouse

910 m

Main Wharf (Entrance

Akaroa Dolphins

910 m

Rue Lavaud Banks Peninsula

Catholic St. Patrick's Akaroa

690 m

Harbour

Main Wharf

910 m

61 Beach Rd

Swimming in with Dolphins

910 m

Rue Jolie

Garden of Tane

910 m

Lighthouse

Akaroa Head Lighthouse

910 m

261 Beach Rd

Britomart Monument

2.8 km

281 Beach Rd

Takapuneke

2.1 km

Waterfall

Newton's Waterfall

2.2 km

Akaroa Seal Colony Safari

2.3 km

280 Long Bay Rd

Akaroa Heritage park

2.6 km

Tikao Bay

3.8 km

Akaroa 7581

Onuku Church

3.8 km

166 Haylocks Rd

Nikau Palm Gully

3.9 km

Nature reserve

Hinewai Reserve

4.7 km

Church

Saint Peter's Anglican Church

130 m

1 Rue Pompallier

Orion Powerhouse Gallery

310 m

61C Beach Road

Lava

530 m

Church

St Patrick's Akaroa Catholic Parish Church

340 m

76 Rue Lavaud

Stony Bay Peak Walk

40 m

French Bay

440 m

Beach

Childrens Bay

1.7 km

Library

Akaroa Coronation Library

490 m

Mt. Somers

690 m

Restaurant

Waffle Haus Akaroa

120 m

Restaurant

HarBar Beachfront Cafe

110 m

Restaurant

Peninsula General Store

200 m

Restaurant

Rona's

260 m

Restaurant

Electric Kitchen Espresso & Eatery

300 m

Restaurant

Bully Hayes Restaurant & Bar

630 m

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Reviews of Akaroa Criterion Motel

8.2 /10

Great

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Charles

United States

left 1 review

Wrote a review on 07 Mar

Nice

Doesn't recommend the hotel

Location7.0

Rooms8.0

Service5.0

Dining5.0

6.0

room access

limited servicing

Room access via outside staircase may not be ideal for everyone!!! Limited room servicing may not meet all travelers' preferences!!! A more comprehensive kitchen setup would be a plus!!!

2 Helpful

Date of stay: March 20256 nightsFamily with childrenStandard Double Room Sea View
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Peter

United States

left 1 review

Wrote a review on 09 Dec

Very good

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms7.0

Service8.0

Dining8.0

7.0

clean studio

great location

obstructed view

Just spent two nights in a ground floor studio with a glimpse of the sea! Great location and nearby options for coffee and groceries. A lovely stay overall!

0 Helpful

Date of stay: October 20242 nightsCoupleGround Floor Studio Sea View
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Leonard

United States

left 2 reviews

Wrote a review on 07 Dec

Needs improvement

Doesn't recommend the hotel

Location6.0

Rooms6.0

Service5.0

Dining7.0

5.0

sea view

tired property

definitely not what I expected, the room was advertised as a sea view, yet I could only see a shipping container. Also, the property had a tired look, my bathroom was in dire need of a refresh, and you'd think as a valued guest, I'd receive a room upgrade for my troubles. I just couldn't give a good review after that.

4 Helpful

Date of stay: October 20242 nightsSingleGround Floor Standard Studio
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Robert

United States

left 2 reviews

Wrote a review on 20 Nov

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location10.0

Rooms8.0

Service9.0

Dining8.0

8.0

spacious room

sea view

comfortable bed

limited hours

Spacious room with an awesome sea view and comfortable bed. Limited laundry hours were frustrating during the stay.

2 Helpful

Date of stay: October 20242 nightsFamily with childrenStandard Double Room
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Frederick

United States

left 7 reviews

Wrote a review on 15 Oct

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms9.0

Service10.0

Dining8.0

9.0

scenic harbor

large kitchen

great view but some minor issues

The room was spacious with a lovely side balcony overlooking the scenic harbor, creating a breathtaking spot to relax. I appreciated the well-equipped kitchen, perfect for preparing meals, and the large TV was a nice touch for unwinding. The reception staff were exceptional, assisting me with laundry after my three-week trip across New Zealand. The sea view from the balcony was a highlight, making mornings truly picturesque.

0 Helpful

Date of stay: October 20242 nightsCoupleDeluxe Double Room
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Harry

United States

left 2 reviews

Wrote a review on 15 Jul

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms9.0

Service7.0

Dining6.0

8.0

spacious room

free wi-fi

limited laundry hours

Spacious room with comfy beds. Free Wi-Fi was great, but laundry hours were limited.

0 Helpful

Date of stay: May 20241 nightGroup of friendsStandard Double Room With Sea View
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Randy

United States

left 7 reviews

Wrote a review on 21 Jun

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location10.0

Rooms10.0

Service10.0

Dining10.0

10

well-appointed balcony

spacious bathroom

a perfect blend of warmth and charm with memorable views and exceptional comfort

Lovely big room, well-appointed balcony, spacious bathroom, fantastic kitchen amenities. The staff are gracious and the location is ideal for exploring the beautiful surroundings.

0 Helpful

Date of stay: May 20241 nightGroup of friendsStandard Double Room With Sea View
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David

United States

left 2 reviews

Wrote a review on 26 May

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location10.0

Rooms10.0

Service10.0

Dining10.0

10

spacious room

generous bathroom

convenient location

Couldn't recommend more for a speedy visit

Spacious room, generous bathroom, complete with an extra-large shower featuring awesome water pressure and provided toiletries, all in a convenient location next to a café and a supermarket for easy exploration.

All was good.

0 Helpful

Date of stay: April 20246 nightsFamily with childrenStandard Double Room With Sea View
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Charles

United States

left 1 review

Wrote a review on 13 Apr

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location9.0

Rooms9.0

Service9.0

Dining5.0

9.0

spacious room

helpful staff

harbor view

limited storage

My stay at the criterion motel was good! I loved the spacious room with a harbor view, and the kitchenette was perfect for light meals. The staff was super helpful in making my first visit to akaroa nice and stress-free.

limited storage for unpacking clothes.

4 Helpful

Date of stay: February 20242 nightsCoupleStandard Double Room With Sea View
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Francis

United States

left 14 reviews

Wrote a review on 23 Mar

Great

Recommends the hotel

Location8.0

Rooms7.0

Service9.0

Dining5.0

8.0

helpful staff

great amenities

This place suits me perfectly! I always enjoy the free wifi, flat-screen TV, and air conditioning in my room. The staff helped me find my lost necklace during my first stay. I highly recommend it for a holiday.

0 Helpful

Date of stay: January 20242 nightsSingleGround Floor Standard Studio
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Herman

United States

left 6 reviews

Wrote a review on 29 Feb

Perfect

Recommends the hotel

Location10.0

Rooms9.0

Service10.0

Dining8.0

9.0

incredible views

helpful staff

well-equipped kitchen

aging air conditioner

Incredible views from the room! The staff were super helpful and the kitchen was well-equipped for simple meals. Loved how close it was to all the main attractions, everything's within walking distance.

Some aspects showed signs of age, like the air conditioner needing an upgrade.

4 Helpful

Date of stay: February 20241 nightCoupleSuperior Double Room With Sea View

FAQ about Akaroa Criterion Motel

Which popular attractions are located near the 4-star Akaroa Criterion Motel hotel?

Highly rated landmark Banks Peninsula War Memorial and Grounds set 0.9 km from the 4-star Akaroa Criterion Motel hotel, as well as Akaroa Museum Te Whare Taonga placed an 11-minute stroll away are well worth visiting.

Can I leave my car in the Akaroa Criterion Motel hotel parking lot for free?

Yes, the Akaroa Criterion Motel hotel provides parking spaces for free.

What are the recommended dining options during the stay at Akaroa Criterion Motel hotel?

Akaroa Criterion Motel hotel does not have on-site restaurants, but guests can dine just outside the property in a highly rated café Electric Kitchen Espresso & Eatery—8/10 according to reviews—which offers dishes of Delhi cuisine.

What is check-in and check-out time at the 4-star Akaroa Criterion Motel?

Guests of the 4-star Akaroa Criterion Motel can check in from 14:00 to 20:00 and check out from 11:00.

What are the booking prices at this perfect motel?

The prices at this perfect motel start from $98.

What payment methods are accepted in the motel?

Payment methods in the motel include:

сash
Mastercard
Visa

What kinds of rooms does Akaroa Criterion Motel offer?

Akaroa Criterion Motel offers such room types as Standard Double Room, Superior Double Room, and Deluxe King Room.

Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the 4-star Akaroa Criterion Motel hotel?

Each room at the 4-star Akaroa Criterion Motel hotel is fully equipped with climate control to ensure that guests have a comfortable stay. On average, guests rate the comfort of the rooms 9.6/10.

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Akaroa Criterion Motel

Location

Rooms

Eat & Drink

Leisure & Business

Rooms and availability

Facilities

Main facilities

Sports & Fitness

Services

Dining

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room view

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Bedroom

Media

Room decor

Essential information about Akaroa Criterion Motel

Location street view

Reviews of Akaroa Criterion Motel

great view but some minor issues

a perfect blend of warmth and charm with memorable views and exceptional comfort

Couldn't recommend more for a speedy visit

FAQ about Akaroa Criterion Motel

Tourists from India often stay at these properties. Consider them for your next trip.

Location
street view