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About the Hotel

1 Rue Grehan, Akaroa, New Zealand, 7520
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Close to Akaroa Harbour
Perfect
9.2
9.6
/10
4.9
4.8
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Comprising 9 rooms, La Rochelle Motel Akaroa is near a historic district, a 16-minute walk from Akaroa Lighthouse. This motel also features Wi-Fi in public areas.

Location

Lava Lava Beach Club is fairly close to the 4-star hotel, while Trinity Presbyterian Church is about 200 metres away. The property has a prime location within a 5-minute drive of Garden of Tane and NZ Craft Artisans Gallery.

Rooms

The rooms at the La Rochelle include ironing equipment. Some of them comprise an adjoining terrace and a balcony, furnished with a writing desk. They also have an electric kettle, a cooktop, and kitchenware. Bathrooms come with a separate toilet and a shower, along with hairdryers and a shower cap.

Eat & Drink

The restaurant The Little Bistro is located 250 metres away.

Leisure & Business

If you like an active lifestyle, hiking and fisheries are available on site.

Must-do experiences

  • Kayak with dolphins in Akaroa Harbour for an unforgettable adventure.
  • Visit the historic Akaroa Lighthouse for stunning coastal views.
  • Try the fresh fish and chips at the Akaroa Fish & Chips shop.
  • Explore the charming colony of French gables in the town center.
  • Don't miss the Akaroa Museum for a glimpse into local history.
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La Rochelle Motel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
King Room Garden View
2 persons
240 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
King Room Balcony
2 persons
240 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Queen Room Balcony
2 persons
240 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Apartment Balcony
2 persons
465 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
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Facilities

La Rochelle Motel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Perfect
9.3/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Dining

  • Outdoor dining area

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Garden furniture
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bedroom

  • Electric blankets

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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La Rochelle Motel Location

1 Rue Grehan, Akaroa, New Zealand, 7520
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1 Rue Grehan, Akaroa, New Zealand, 7520
Nearby
1 Rue Pompallier
Orion Powerhouse Gallery
600 ft
Rue Lavaud Banks Peninsula
Catholic St. Patrick's Akaroa
600 ft
Church
St Patrick's Akaroa Catholic Parish Church
600 ft
Mt. Somers
600 ft
Restaurants
Jacobs Bistro
300 ft
6 Rue Lavaud The Grand Hotel Akaroa
Electric Kitchen Espresso & Eatery
800 ft
37 Rue Lavaud
Rona's
900 ft
74 Rue Lavaud
Peninsula General Store
1100 ft
40 Rue Lavaud
The Madeira Hotel
1100 ft
48 Rue Lavaud
Butchery & Deli
2000 ft
67 Rue Lavaud
Ma Maison Restaurant & Bar
1900 ft
2 Rue Jolie Banks Peninsula
HarBar Beachfront Cafe
2100 ft
83 Rue Jolie
Getting around
City Centre
Akaroa5 min  ·  1400 ft
Airports
Christchurch Airport (CHC)129 min  ·  53.4 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:30-19:30
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 extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Year renovated:
2008
Number of rooms:
9

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about La Rochelle Motel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 393 verified reviews
9.3/10
Perfect
98%
Recommend
Breakfast
10.0/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Comfort
9.5/10
Facilities
9.3/10
Free Wi-Fi
7.6/10
Location
9.5/10
Paid Wi-Fi
9.4/10
Staff
9.6/10
Value for money
9.2/10
Guest reviews
based on 861 reviews
9.2/10
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