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La Rochelle Motel

4.0 star property

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Front of property
Marina
Terrace/patio
Garden View Queen Studio - Ground Floor | Terrace/patio
Tree Top View King Studio - Upper Level | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
$89
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24

Explore the area

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1 Rue Grehan, Akaroa, 7520
  • Place, Linton The Giant House
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Akaroa Wharf
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Akaroa Lighthouse
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)

Room options

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Garden View King Studio - Ground Floor | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Garden View King Studio - Ground Floor

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 241 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 Bedroom Apartment - Upper Level | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

2 Bedroom Apartment - Upper Level

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 463 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Garden View Queen Studio - Ground Floor | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Garden View Queen Studio - Ground Floor

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 241 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Tree Top View King Studio - Upper Level | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Tree Top View King Studio - Upper Level

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 241 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Tree Top View Queen Studio - Upper Level | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Tree Top View Queen Studio - Upper Level

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 241 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio

  • 241 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

La Rochelle Motel

4-star Akaroa motel steps from St Patrick's Catholic Church
Concierge services, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are available at this motel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a library, express check-in, and express check-out are onsite.
La Rochelle Motel offers 9 accommodations with iPod docking stations and DVD players. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Accommodations at this 4-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Akaroa motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

La Rochelle Motel features a library, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Akaroa motel also offers a garden, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Limited complimentary onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

La Rochelle Motel has designated areas for smoking.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2003
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 10.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out fee: NZD 10.00 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Tax ID - 117237729
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Rochelle Motel Akaroa
Rochelle Motel
Rochelle Akaroa
La Rochelle Motel Motel
La Rochelle Motel Akaroa
La Rochelle Motel Motel Akaroa

Reviews

La Rochelle Motel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 220 out of 284 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 284 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 284 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 284 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 284 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and lovely owners
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The unit had everything we needed and it was a lovely relaxing stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Radeep

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room. Wonderful stay thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
That's very helpful and friendly, Clean and tidy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, Palm Coast

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable room. Owner very lovely and hospitable. Bed was comfortable. We were sad our visit coincided with a flooding event in the area so we couldn’t only spend one night here instead of our originally planned 2 nights. Akaroa and Banks Peninsula are beautiful and we hope to come back so we can fully enjoy the area someday.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable. Bed was lovely. Located at the beginning of town. Easy walk around. Friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We had a back room with a garden view. Loved the stream and bush setting. It was a nice quiet place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Simona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Lovely spot

Beautiful views
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Siobhan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I had a lovely stay, definitely would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
An excellent location and very clean tidy facilities. Will certainly be staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ulrike

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient smoke area. Bird and bush view from balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

ulrike

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely motel in a gorgeous place

Erica was very helpful when we arrived and gave us some great local information. The room was lovely and decorated to a high standard. Lovely outside space to sit. Very peaceful. Had a great night sleep in a comfortable bed. I wish we could have stayed longer in beautiful Akaroa. Would definitely recommend. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute and comfortable small motel! The owners clearly put a lot of thought into creating a welcoming place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Coralie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had everything we needed
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was a good size and we had everything provided that we required. Staff very helpful. Used the washing machine and dryer which was very welcome after travelling around South Island. Lots of restaurants close by and more if you wished to walk a bit further over to the harbour. Worth booking if the area is busy. It was quiet when we were there and a few the restaurants were still fully booked. A quick vacuum of the stairs and the balcony area would have given it a 5 star, but we couldn't fault it overwise. Great couple of nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rex

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

NG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

SERVICE N STÀY XCELLENCE @ LA ROCHELLE, AKAROA, NZ

Erica the host was friendly n gracious. Her service support was excellent. One kink was the matress when sleeping on it tend to be lop sided to the edge. The other kink was wifi keep losing connection to internet. A more strudy cutting/chopping knife would be good.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024