Beachfront hotels in Akaroa

Hey! I love staying in a nice beachfront hotel - being able to go straight from your room down to the ocean is a priceless feeling. To help save some time when booking your next vacation I've put together this list of beachfront hotels and resorts in Akaroa. I hope you will like it!

• 1 L'abri Bed and Breakfast Akaroa, New Zealand

  

  Bed and Breakfast. Just 4 minutes' drive from Akaroa Town Centre, L'abri Bed and Breakfast is set amongst pristine gardens, and is home to a range of local birdlife. Guests can relax on their private terrace and enjoy magnificent sea views. Free WiFi is available. All rooms feature a private entrance and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. They offer a private bathroom with free toiletries, a hairdryer, and a shower. Guests can explore a range of nearby hiking trails. Christchurch City Centre is a 1-hour and 10-minute drive away. The property offers free parking. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.6, rooms from around 295 NZD.

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• 2 Akaroa Waterfront Motels Akaroa, New Zealand

  

  Motel. Located in the historic French village of Akaroa, this property offers self-contained accommodation with a patio, a balcony and free on-site parking. Guests can enjoy swimming, fishing, biking and kayaking just metres from Akaroa Waterfront Motels. Situated in the Canterbury region of the South Island, Akaroa Waterfront Motels is surrounded by lovely gardens and offers spectacular harbour views. It is 8 minutes' walk from Akaroa Harbour where you may be able to spot Hector's Dolphins. Guests enjoy unlimited free WiFi. There is a private on-site boat ramp and spacious lawn and picnic areas shaded with palm trees. All accommodation includes a kitchenette, a dining area and a work desk. Each apartment offers a lounge area with a sofa, flat-screen TV with over 50 satellite channels and a DVD player. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.5

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• 3 Akaroa Village Inn Akaroa, New Zealand

  

  Aparthotel. Located just 10 minutes' walk from the historic town centre, Akaroa Village Inn boasts free on-site parking and free WiFi. Accommodation options include private rooms and self-contained apartments. All accommodation includes satellite TV. Situated in the Canterbury region of the south island, Akaroa Village Inn is located across from the main wharf. Christchurch is 75 minutes' drive away. All accommodation includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. This is a beachfront hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around 249 NZD.

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• 4 Apartment 65 Akaroa Akaroa, New Zealand

  

  Apartment. Featuring sea views, Apartment 65 Akaroa is located in Akaroa, around 300 metres from Akaroa Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 2 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchenette with a fridge and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a hot tub and free toiletries. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels is provided. The nearest airport is Christchurch International Airport, 85 km from the apartment. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 249 NZD.

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• 5 Akaroa Central Apartment Akaroa, New Zealand

  

  Apartment. Akaroa Central Apartment is located in central Akaroa. Guests have a private balcony with stunning water views. This apartment comes with a kitchenette, a seating area, a dining area and a satellite flat-screen TV. Christchurch is 41 km from the apartment. Christchurch International Airport is 49 km from the property. This is a beachfront hotel. Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around 202 NZD.

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• 6 The Studio Akaroa Akaroa, New Zealand

  

  Apartment. The Studio Akaroa is situated in Akaroa. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a fully equipped kitchenette. With 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, this apartment is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Christchurch is 80 km from the apartment. Christchurch International Airport is 86 km from the property. This is a beachfront hotel. Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 225 NZD.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in April 2026. Did I miss a hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!