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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.

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La Rochelle Motel

1 Rue Grehan, 7520 Akaroa, New Zealand – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.4/10! (score from 754 reviews)

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9.2
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754 reviews
  • Facilities

    9.3

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Value for money

    9.1

  • Location

    9.4

  • Total

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    8.0

Location is good only a short walk to the centre of Akaroa, room was nice and clean, staff were very friendly.

Tim New Zealand

This is an excellent accommodation, very friendly staff, pretty well equipped, spacious, clean, very comfortable, great location, nothing to complain about. I strongly recommend this place for anyone visiting Akaroa.

Sergio New Zealand

Awesome location, close enough to everything and yet quiet and relaxing

Rachel New Zealand

The room was sooo clean and the bed was very comfortable. Loved the little balcony.

Rhonda New Zealand

Very clean facilty, staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was more spacious than expected. Shower was really powerful- great for getting salt out of hair

Christine United Kingdom

Ericka and Trevor are perfect hosts, the facilities are in great shape and the town is beautiful.

Joseph United States of America

The hosts were very friendly, and engaging! The back patio was like an oasis.

Heather Canada

Trevor and Erika were so helpful, suggesting sights. They also loaned us several walking brochures to use during our stay. The location couldn't have been better, on the quiet side of town. A good place to stay!

Catherine United States of America

The continental breakfast went above and beyond - well worth the $15. The location was perfect for us and the unit was very comfortable. Thank you for a lovely weekend, we will be back

Nichola New Zealand

The owners Trev & Erica . They keep La Rochelle sparkling clean. They were friendly & welcoming. The property is very easy to find and the location is perfect. There are cafes, shops and restaurants right beside it.

Margaret Ireland

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9.2
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  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Location is good only a short walk to the centre of Akaroa, room was nice and clean, staff were very friendly.”
    Tim Tim New Zealand New Zealand
  • “This is an excellent accommodation, very friendly staff, pretty well equipped, spacious, clean, very comfortable, great location, nothing to complain about.”
    Sergio Sergio New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Awesome location, close enough to everything and yet quiet and relaxing”
    Rachel Rachel New Zealand New Zealand
  • “The room was sooo clean and the bed was very comfortable. Loved the little balcony.”
    Rhonda Rhonda New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Very clean facilty, staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was more spacious than expected. Shower was really powerful- great for getting salt out of hair”
    Christine Christine United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Ericka and Trevor are perfect hosts, the facilities are in great shape and the town is beautiful.”
    Joseph Joseph United States of America United States of America
  • “The hosts were very friendly, and engaging! The back patio was like an oasis.”
    Heather Heather Canada Canada
  • “Trevor and Erika were so helpful, suggesting sights. They also loaned us several walking brochures to use during our stay. The location couldn't have been better, on the quiet side of town.”
    Catherine Catherine United States of America United States of America
  • “The continental breakfast went above and beyond - well worth the $15. The location was perfect for us and the unit was very comfortable. Thank you for a lovely weekend, we will be back”
    Nichola Nichola New Zealand New Zealand
  • “The owners Trev & Erica . They keep La Rochelle sparkling clean. They were friendly & welcoming. The property is very easy to find and the location is perfect.”
    Margaret Margaret Ireland Ireland

One of our best sellers in Akaroa! 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 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

Free parking
Free WiFi
Facilities for disabled guests
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Good for couples – they rated the facilities 9.2 for two-person stays.

낍 Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

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

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  • Tim New Zealand

    “Location is good only a short walk to the centre of Akaroa, room was nice and clean, staff were very friendly.”

  • Sergio New Zealand

    “This is an excellent accommodation, very friendly staff, pretty well equipped, spacious, clean, very comfortable, great location, nothing to complain about. I strongly recommend this place for anyone visiting Akaroa.”

  • Rachel New Zealand

    “Awesome location, close enough to everything and yet quiet and relaxing”

  • Rhonda New Zealand

    “The room was sooo clean and the bed was very comfortable. Loved the little balcony.”

  • Christine United Kingdom

    “Very clean facilty, staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was more spacious than expected. Shower was really powerful- great for getting salt out of hair”

  • Joseph United States of America

    “Ericka and Trevor are perfect hosts, the facilities are in great shape and the town is beautiful.”

  • Heather Canada

    “The hosts were very friendly, and engaging! The back patio was like an oasis. ”

  • Catherine United States of America

    “Trevor and Erika were so helpful, suggesting sights. They also loaned us several walking brochures to use during our stay. The location couldn't have been better, on the quiet side of town. A good place to stay!”

  • Nichola New Zealand

    “The continental breakfast went above and beyond - well worth the $15. The location was perfect for us and the unit was very comfortable. Thank you for a lovely weekend, we will be back”

  • Margaret Ireland

    “The owners Trev & Erica . They keep La Rochelle sparkling clean. They were friendly & welcoming. The property is very easy to find and the location is perfect. There are cafes, shops and restaurants right beside it.”

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About La Rochelle Motel

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  • Are pet allowed.?

    No sorry we have a pet free policy. Thanks


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  • Does the studio unit have a separate seating area

    Our studios hava a combined living/sleeping area. There is bed, an armchair, and a table/chairs to seat 2. There is also a table/chair set outside.


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  • Are you able to provide a r oom with two single beds or indeed separate sleeping accommodation for two adults

    We only have one studio that we can split into a twin (2 x single beds) or we have a two bedroom apartment.


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  • Have all the rooms view ofharbour

    Hi, Our property is a block away from the bay and set against native bush backing onto a tranquil stream. We are at the quiet end of town, but only 400m from the town Centre. All rooms have a garden view.


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  • Are pet allowed.?

    No sorry we have a pet free policy. Thanks


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  • Does the studio unit have a separate seating area

    Our studios hava a combined living/sleeping area. There is bed, an armchair, and a table/chairs to seat 2. There is also a table/chair set outside.


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  • Are you able to provide a r oom with two single beds or indeed separate sleeping accommodation for two adults

    We only have one studio that we can split into a twin (2 x single beds) or we have a two bedroom apartment.


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  • Have all the rooms view ofharbour

    Hi, Our property is a block away from the bay and set against native bush backing onto a tranquil stream. We are at the quiet end of town, but only 400m from the town Centre. All rooms have a garden view.


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Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Little Bistro
    0.1 miles
  • Cafe/Bar The General Store
    0.1 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Electric Kitchen
    0.1 miles
  • Restaurant Rona's
    0.1 miles
  • Restaurant Ma Maison
    0.3 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Ocean/Sea Akaroa Harbour
    0.1 miles
Closest Airports
  • Christchurch International Airport
    30.5 miles
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Amenities of La Rochelle Motel Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

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Free parking
Free WiFi
Facilities for disabled guests
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Pets
  • Pets are not allowed.

Activities
  • Tennis equipment
  • Hiking
  • Library
  • Fishing
Food & Drink
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
  • Free! WiFi is available in some hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Parking

    Free! Free private parking is possible 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
  • Kids' TV channels
  • Books, DVDs & music for kids
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Newspapers Additional charge
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Pool and Spa
  • Pool/Beach towels

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Check-in

2:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Check-out

8:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above are considered adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib by request
Free

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

The maximum number of cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

All cribs and extra beds 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 supplements may apply.

Cards accepted at this property

Mastercard Visa Eftpos La Rochelle Motel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

La Rochelle Motel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

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

  • 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.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to La Rochelle Motel by:

    • Car 1h 20min
    • Airport shuttle (public) 1h 30min

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

    • Hiking
    • Library
    • Fishing
    • Tennis equipment

  • La Rochelle Motel is 1,300 feet from the center of Akaroa.

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

  • Guests staying at La Rochelle Motel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • À la carte

  • The nearest beach is 1,650 feet from La Rochelle Motel.

  • Room options at La Rochelle Motel include:

    • Apartment
    • Studio

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at La Rochelle Motel (subject to availability):

    • Parking
    • Free parking
    • On-site parking
    • Private Parking
    • Accessible parking

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  • Staff 9.8
  • Facilities9.3
  • Cleanliness9.7
  • Comfort9.4
  • Value for money9.1
  • Location9.4
  • Free WiFi8.0
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