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Akaroa, New Zealand
Apr 4 — Apr 52
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What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in Akaroa?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in Akaroa is May ($89). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Akaroa is January ($136).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in Akaroa?

The cheapest day to stay in Akaroa is Friday ($104). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is $1,290.

Cheapest hotels in Akaroa, New Zealand

Discover affordable stays in Akaroa that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Akaroa can be found for as low as $94 per night. There is currently one property in Akaroa that can be booked for this price. Akaroa Waterfront Motels is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Akaroa. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025
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64 Rue Jolie, Akaroa, New Zealand
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$94
Avg. per night
2 Onawe Flat Road, Akaroa, New Zealand
4.2 mi from city centre
Parking
$97
Avg. per night
Cnr Rue Jolie & Church Street, Akaroa, New Zealand
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$117
Avg. per night
75 Rue Jolie, Akaroa, New Zealand
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$123
Avg. per night
5971 Christchurch Akaroa Road, Akaroa, New Zealand
4.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$134
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Akaroa

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About Akaroa

Translating from Māori as “Long Harbour”, Akaroa is a small village on the Banks Peninsula of New Zealand’s South Island. It was originally home to the Ngāi Tahu people before being settled by the French and then the British. Today, Akaroa is famed for its boat tours offering up-close encounters with Hector’s dolphins.

Occupying several heritage-listed buildings is the Akaroa Museum, which details the village’s history as both a French and British settlement. Admire the historic Langlois-Eteveneaux cottage and wander through the Akaroa Court House, which dates back to 1880. Nearby is the Greek Revival-style Banks Peninsula War Memorial.

Akaroa is home to one of New Zealand’s most unique gardens, the Giant’s House, which is whimsically decorated with mosaics and steel sculptures. The residence is elegantly decorated in a French style, with a grand mahogany staircase and original open fireplaces. On the terraced grounds, you’ll find roses, vegetables and fruit trees.

Getting there

Akaroa is around 1.5 hours’ drive from Christchurch and Christchurch International Airport, which has flights to destinations across the globe. Renting a car is the most convenient way of getting to Akaroa and the village is small enough to explore on foot.

Facts about staying in Akaroa

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  • What are the best hotels in Akaroa?

    Annandale Coastal Farm Escape & Luxury Villa Collection (10.0/10 from 11 reviews), Akaroa Village Inn (8.1/10 from 1,584 reviews), and Akaroa Waterfront Motels (8.5/10 from 1,939 reviews) are all highly rated places to stay in Akaroa.

  • What are some other cities to stay in when visiting Canterbury?

    In addition to Akaroa, travelers opt to visit Christchurch when visiting Canterbury. Lake Tekapo is also a popular choice to visit.

  • How many hotels are there in Akaroa?

    In total, there are 240 hotels to choose from in Akaroa, compared to 4,180 properties in Canterbury.

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