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About the Hotel

75 Beach Road Akaroa, Akaroa, New Zealand, 7520
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Close to the harbour
Great
8.8
/10

Overlooking the sea, Historic Shipping Office - Akaroa Hotel is located 200 metres from Akaroa Wharf. Additional features at this hotel include a patio with outdoor dining areas.

Location

Akaroa centre can be reached within 5 minutes' walk. The 3-star hotel is just 0.9 km from The Giants House Garden and just a few steps from the Akaroa Dolphins.

The Shipping Office is also in the vicinity of Stanley Park. Located a 17-minute walk from the Catholic Church of St. Patrick, Akaroa, this property puts the city at your fingertips.

Rooms

The hotel offers rooms with an adjoining terrace and a balcony featuring an iron with ironing board and air conditioning, along with complimentary Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. A toaster, a cooktop, and kitchenware are available upon request. Offering a spa bathtub, a walk-in shower, and a separate toilet, the bathrooms are also appointed with hairdryers and a shower cap.

Eat & Drink

The bar The Wharf lies only steps away from Historic Shipping Office - Akaroa Hotel.

Must-do experiences

  • Kayak with dolphins at Akaroa Harbour for an unforgettable adventure.
  • Sample fresh fish and chips at The Trading Post for a local flavor.
  • Visit the historic Akaroa Lighthouse for stunning harbour views.
  • Explore the Akaroa Museum to learn about the town's French heritage.
  • Stroll through the local farmers' market every Saturday for fresh produce.
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Historic Shipping Office - Akaroa Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Superior Apartment
2 persons
1025 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating

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Facilities

Historic Shipping Office - Akaroa Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Perfect
9.0/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Diving
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • Outdoor dining area

Children

  • Board games

Spa & Leisure

  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Historic Shipping Office - Akaroa Hotel Location

75 Beach Road Akaroa, Akaroa, New Zealand, 7520
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75 Beach Road Akaroa, Akaroa, New Zealand, 7520
Nearby
61C Beach Road
Lava
600 ft
Main Wharf (Entrance
Akaroa Dolphins
600 ft
Library
Akaroa Coronation Library
600 ft
French Bay
600 ft
Harbour
Main Wharf
600 ft
61 Beach Rd
Swimming in with Dolphins
600 ft
Lighthouse
Akaroa Head Lighthouse
600 ft
Restaurants
Murphy's Seafood
600 ft
On the main wharf
Getting around
City Centre
Akaroa4 min  ·  1000 ft
Airports
Christchurch Airport (CHC)131 min  ·  54.1 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:00
Check-out
from 08:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Spanish, Japanese, Tagalog / Filipino
Former name
the wharf akaroa

Reviews and Ratings

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Review score
Based on 28 verified reviews
8.9/10
Great
90%
Recommend
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Comfort
9.3/10
Facilities
9.0/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.1/10
Location
9.4/10
Staff
8.7/10
Value for money
8.4/10
Guest reviews
based on 72 reviews
8.8/10
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