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La Rochelle Motel

4.0 star property
Motel with free parking, steps from St Patrick's Catholic Church

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La Rochelle Motel sits amid the natural beauty surrounding Akaroa Wharf. Travelers can unwind in the garden or browse the motel's library collection while staying connected with WiFi. The tranquil property makes an ideal base for exploring the charming harbor town.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

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
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 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)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 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
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Jetted bathtub
  • 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)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 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
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 241 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Studio

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Microwave
Electric kettle
Stovetop
  • 241 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
1 Rue Grehan, Akaroa, 7520

What's nearby

  • St Patrick's Catholic Church - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Artisans Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Akaroa Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Linton The Giant House - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Akaroa Wharf - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bully Hayes Restaurant & Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Crater Cafe Akaroa - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Common - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Akaroa Corner Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Aihe Restaurant & Bar - ‬14 min walk

About this property

La Rochelle Motel

Upscale motel near St Patrick's Catholic Church
Located close to Artisans Gallery and Akaroa Museum, 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 tour/ticket assistance
  • Barbecue grills, luggage storage, and concierge services
  • 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.

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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?

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 motel is within a 5-minute walk of St Patrick's Catholic Church and Artisans Gallery. Akaroa Museum and Akaroa Wharf are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

La Rochelle Motel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 230 out of 295 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 295 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 295 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 295 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 295 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean modern facilities and friendly helpful manager made our stay an absolute pleasure will definitely stay there again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at La Rochelle. The hosts were exceptional and gave us great advice for touring the area. We enjoyed sitting out on our back patio listening to the birds and the babbling brook.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everthing about the Motel and the shopping, eating out was the best.Cannot wait to go back
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room and easy walk to cafes, pubs, the village
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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

Ali and Ross

Liked: Amenities
Thank you for an awesome stay in the perfect central location. Loved the aesthetic view and the creek outside our room. We will be back 😀👍
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, tidy and a great location. Though the room was right next to the main road, it was very quiet. Staff were fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 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

Jillian

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

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Erica the owner is very lovely and is always very accommodating. We stay here often and find the property always very clean and tidy. It is a great place to relax and recharge. We love the sound of the stream when the sliding door is open and the native garden surrounding the stream.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

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

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

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

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 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

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alix

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to locate, quick check in, pleasant staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great motel - would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Arjun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the stay here. Clean and close by to all the points.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

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

Rex

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

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