Akaroa is a village found in the Canterbury region of New Zealand, within the Akaroa harbour. Sitting on the Banks Peninsular, it is the only French settlement in New Zealand.
Visitors to Akaroa can choose from a range of accommodation. There are cheap hotels in Akaroa and guesthouses as well as motels offer guests a budget choice of residence. Depending on what visitors wish to do during their stay, there is a place suited to every need, whether set in the valley surrounded by breathtaking sights, or in a convenient location in the village centre.
Top Three Things in Akaroa
Sailing is a popular pastime in Akaroa, and it is possible to combine this with some animal spotting on a Wildlife Sailing Cruise.
Akaroa Adventure Centre is the place to go to try something active. From here visitors can enjoy kayaking, surfing and even mountain biking.
Akaroa is famed as being the place to go to see dolphins. Holidaymakers can take a tour from the harbour, viewing an ancient volcanic crater and seeing some rare species of dolphin.
Whilst staying in Akaroa it is well worth taking an excursion to the nearby Christchurch City. Here visitors can take a gondola ride and take in a view with a difference, go on a whale-watching tour, or go horse trekking across the breathtaking landscape. Christchurch City is the place to go for a lively nightlife, offering a large choice of restaurants.
Akaroa Hotels
There is so much on offer in this village, it is essential to stay for at least a few nights. Akaroa offers a range of different accommodation, from luxurious retreats to modern hotels, and even backpackers' hostels for those that are looking for cheap room in Akaroa.