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La Rochelle Motel

4.0 star property
Eco-certified motel in Akaroa with free parking

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Front of property
Tree Top View King Studio - Upper Level | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Terrace/patio
2 Bedroom Apartment - Upper Level | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, iPod dock

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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

2 Bedroom Apartment - Upper Level

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
  • 43 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Garden View King Studio - Ground Floor | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Garden View King Studio - Ground Floor

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Garden View Queen Studio - Ground Floor | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Garden View Queen Studio - Ground Floor

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 22 sq m
  • 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

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 22.40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Tree Top View Queen Studio - Upper Level

Tree Top View Queen Studio - Upper Level | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Tree Top View Queen Studio - Upper Level

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1 Rue Grehan, Akaroa, 7520

What's nearby

  • Akaroa Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Giant's House - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Linton The Giant House - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Akaroa Wharf - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Akaroa Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Akaroa Fish & Chips - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪L'Escargot Rouge - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Trading Rooms - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Ma Maison - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Common - ‬5 min walk

About this property

La Rochelle Motel

Upscale eco-certified motel near Akaroa Wharf
Located close to St Patrick's Catholic Church and Artisans Gallery, La Rochelle Motel provides a garden, a library, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance, barbecue grills, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at La Rochelle Motel offer amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Wardrobes/closets, kitchenettes, and refrigerators

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.

Languages

English

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

Frequently asked questions

Is La Rochelle Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at La Rochelle Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at La Rochelle Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM.

What time is check-out at La Rochelle Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for NZD 10.00 (subject to availability).

Where is La Rochelle Motel located?

Situated in the historical district, this eco-certified motel is within a 5-minute walk of St Patrick's Catholic Church and Artisans Gallery. Akaroa Museum and Giant's House are also within 15 minutes.

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La Rochelle Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 207 out of 268 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 268 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 268 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 268 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 268 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

I had a lovely stay, definitely would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Great room. Wonderful stay thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

An excellent location and very clean tidy facilities. Will certainly be staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10

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

That's very helpful and friendly, Clean and tidy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

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

10/10

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

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

Easy to locate, quick check in, pleasant staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

The bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Great motel - would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10

Loved the stay here. Clean and close by to all the points.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10

Convenient smoke area. Bird and bush view from balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Had everything we needed
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Tranquil and efficient motel; personable and helpful owners/staff; excellent activities, dining and shopping in Akaroa
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

Excellent for our stay. Walk to shops and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

Lovely motel which was very tidy and great hosts. At one end of town so a great place to start and end a walk.

10/10

The owners were friendly and accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Nice hotel In a fabulous town! Akaroa is beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

The Cleanest Motel I have stayed in

10/10

staff and the unit very tidy clean and warm
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Stayed for one night during our honeymoon. Really lovely room in this lovely town. Staff very helpful when checking in. Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

Property was clean with an excellent outdoor area small quiet with trees and a little brook.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

Quiet, clean and well appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Lovely hosts. Very warm and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024