Akaroa Criterion Motel, Akaroa
Overview
Located an 11-minute walk from Akaroa Dolphins, the perfect 5-star Akaroa Criterion Motel includes 12 rooms with views of the harbor. This non-smoking motel offers Wi-Fi in public areas and parking on site.
Location
The hotel is perfectly situated 2.9 miles from the scenic nature preserve "Hinewai Reserve". Guests will also get the accommodation in proximity to Lava Art Gallery.
Catholic St. Patrick's Akaroa is located 9 minutes by foot from the Criterion Motel.
This Akaroa hotel is 56 miles away from Christchurch airport.
Rooms
The property offers rooms with an adjoining terrace and a balcony featuring floor heating, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Appointed with sound-proofed windows, the rooms also come with coffee and tea making facilities. They offer bathrooms fitted with a walk-in shower, underfloor heating, and a separate toilet along with heated floors and bath sheets.
Eat & Drink
The Brasserie Kitchen And Bar serves European dishes and lies just moments from Akaroa Criterion Motel.
Leisure & Business
This hotel offers diving, canoeing, and cycling as well as car rental services.
Rooms and availability
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free parking
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Baggage storage
Sports & Fitness
- Diving
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Golf course
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- In-room breakfast
Children
- Cribs
Spa & Leisure
- Beach access
- Sun terrace
- BBQ facilities
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
Recommended for:
Swim with Hector Dolphins
Join dolphin swimming tours in Akaroa Harbour to interact with Hector dolphins, one of the world's smallest dolphin species found only in New Zealand waters.
Sail on Fox II Ketch
Crew or relax aboard New Zealand's oldest gaff-rigged ketch, observing Hector dolphins, little blue penguins, and fur seals in Akaroa Harbour's volcanic crater.
Explore The Giants House
Discover whimsical mosaic sculptures and interactive art installations at this eclectic garden property located 2460.6 ft from Daly's Wharf on an inclined path.
Tour Pohatu Penguins Colony
Join sea kayak or 4WD tours with local conservationists to visit mainland New Zealand's largest Australasian Little Penguin breeding colony on Banks Peninsula.
Location
Significant Location
Akaroa is near The Giants House, Akaroa Museum, and Stony Bay Peak Walk.
Historic Neighborhood
The Akaroa district features historical architecture and unique cultural influences at places like French Bay and Garden of Tane.
Dining Options Nearby
Ma Maison Restaurant & Bar, The Little Bistro, and Akaroa Fish and Chips offer diverse dining experiences.
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants

