Akaroa Criterion Motel
-43.804662, 172.966928Overview
Central Akaroa motel with harbour views and accessible rooms
Rooms & Suites
Akaroa Criterion Motel offers rooms with balconies or patios overlooking Akaroa Harbour. Ground floor rooms provide wheelchair access, and all units include underfloor heating and flat-screen TVs. The superior double room includes a super king bed and a balcony with sea views.
Location
The Criterion Motel Akaroa is opposite Children's Bay and a 16-minute walk from Mt Vernon Akaroa. Guests are within walking distance of Akaroa Beach, Daly's Wharf, and the marine reserve for dolphin swimming. The Giants House and Akaroa Heritage Park are also nearby.
Amenities
Free private parking is available on-site, including accessible parking and a parking garage. The motel provides daily housekeeping, laundry services, and luggage storage. A sun terrace and BBQ facilities are available for guest use.
Unique Experiences
Akaroa Criterion Motel offers on-site booking for dolphin swimming tours in the local marine reserve. The motel runs a special fundraising initiative for local Hector's Dolphins. Hiking, canoeing, and fishing are available as on-site activities.
Accessibility
The property has ground floor rooms with wheelchair access and facilities for disabled guests. Accessible parking is provided, and the motel is a designated smoking area. All rooms are non-smoking throughout.
- Location: Opposite Children's Bay, 16-minute walk to Mt Vernon Akaroa
- Rooms: Harbor-view rooms with balconies or patios, super king beds
- Amenities: Free private parking, BBQ facilities, daily housekeeping
- Unique: Dolphin swimming tours and Hector's Dolphin fundraising initiative
- Accessibility: Ground floor wheelchair access and accessible parking
Essential information about Akaroa Criterion Motel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 73 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 200 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 87.3 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Christchurch, CHC |
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