Blythcliffe

3.5 star property
3.5-star Colonial hotel with free breakfast

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Exterior
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The Rose Room  | View from room
The Stables | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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37 Rue Balguerie, Akaroa, 7520
  • Place, Linton The Giant House
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Akaroa Wharf
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Akaroa Lighthouse
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)

Room options

The Stables

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

The Rose Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

The Willow Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Akaroa

Oceanside stay.Your stay at this Akaroa hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Akaroa Museum and Artisans Gallery. St Patrick's Catholic Church and Akaroa Wharf are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Akaroa Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Linton The Giant House - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • St Patrick's Catholic Church - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Akaroa Wharf - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Akaroa Lighthouse - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bully Hayes Restaurant & Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Little Bistro - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Crater Cafe Akaroa - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grand Hotel - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Kaimoana - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Blythcliffe

3.5-star Colonial hotel with free breakfast
Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Blythcliffe. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Free self parking is available.

This Colonial Akaroa hotel is smoke free.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1857
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Blythcliffe offers 3 accommodations with bathrobes and hair dryers. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. This Akaroa hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Cribs/infant beds (surcharge) and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 70.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 70.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 70.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 70.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

BLYTHCLIFFE Hotel
BLYTHCLIFFE Akaroa
BLYTHCLIFFE Hotel Akaroa

Frequently asked questions

How close is Blythcliffe to the airport?

Blythcliffe is 53.5 mi (92-min drive) away from the Christchurch International Airport (CHC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Blythcliffe?

As of Oct 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blythcliffe on Nov 3, 2025 start from $142.27, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Blythcliffe have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Blythcliffe.

How close is Blythcliffe to the beach?

This hotel is 12.9 mi (31-min drive) from Le Bons Bay Beach and 13.6 mi (40-min drive) from Okains Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Blythcliffe offer free breakfast?

Blythcliffe offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Blythcliffe?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Blythcliffe?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Blythcliffe?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Blythcliffe have a pool?

Blythcliffe does not have a pool.

Does Blythcliffe have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Blythcliffe to downtown Akaroa?

Blythcliffe is 0.2 mi away from Akaroa.