Located in the French-inspired village of Akaroa, La Rochelle Motel features accommodations with free WiFi and a balcony or patio offering views over the surrounding gardens. All accommodations has cooking facilities and an LCD TV. It is a 3-minute walk to Akaroa Beach. Guests can play a game of petanque or tennis, and fishing equipment is also available. A kitchenette with a stove-top, microwave and refrigerator is standard in all accommodations. Electric blankets, double-glazed windows and a DVD player are also provided. La Rochelle Motel Akaroa is a 10-minute walk from the waterfront shops and restaurants of Akaroa. It is a 1.5 hour drive from Christchurch.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
8.3
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Leeanne
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Really clean and private rooms. Great location near childrens beach. Beautiful morning walks around the township. Lovely hosts not a big motel so really nice
  • Terry
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Quiet despite being on main road. Friendly owners who were very genuine and helpful.
  • Maureen
    United States of America United States of America
    Staff are excellent, great location. Akaroa is a real gem… Room is very nice, comfortable bed- Great spot!!

Area info

Amenities of La Rochelle Motel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • River view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 14:30 to 19:30
Check-out
From 8:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that additional guests can not be accommodated in the rooms.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about La Rochelle Motel

  • La Rochelle Motel is 1,300 feet from the center of Akaroa. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at La Rochelle Motel include:

    • Double
    • Apartment
    • Studio

  • Check-in at La Rochelle Motel is from 2:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The nearest beach is 1,800 feet from La Rochelle Motel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • La Rochelle Motel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Fishing

  • The prices at La Rochelle Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.