Blythcliffe
Hotel in Akaroa
3-Star Hotel
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsGarden, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more
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About this hotel
Colonial hotel in Akaroa with free breakfast
Coffee/tea in a common area, concierge services, and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free cooked-to-order breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a library, express check-in, and free newspapers are onsite.
Housekeeping is not available.
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.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Coffee/tea in a common area, concierge services, and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free cooked-to-order breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a library, express check-in, and free newspapers are onsite.
Housekeeping is not available.
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.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Garden
Map of Akaroa
Available Rooms
The Stables
1 King • 312 ft²
Sleeps 3
You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing
The Rose Room
1 Queen • 258 ft²
Sleeps 3
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The Willow Room
1 Queen • 269 ft²
Sleeps 3
You'll be directed to Expedia.com for availability & pricing
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Ratings and reviews
5.0 / 5.0
Old charm with lots of history. Lovely couple run the place.
2.5 / 5.0
Our host was very friendly and welcoming. Blythcliffe is an interesting historic home in lovely Akaroa and is close to all the cafes and shops. Fantastic breakfast and a VERY comfortable bed with nice linens. The host is a talented sculptor and the garden has lots of his work on display.
4.0 / 5.0
Great accommodation, great hosts, and great breakfasts. As one of the oldest former residences of a bygone era, this property is a perfect choice when visiting the historic French settlement of Akaroa.
5.0 / 5.0
Wonderful hosts- went the extra mile.
5.0 / 5.0
A beautiful old villa set in a gorgeous garden. Breakfast was delicious, and the hosts very friendly. I wish I could have stayed longer. The only downside was the very low shower pressure.
4.0 / 5.0
Lots of space in the stables, lovely large and comfortable bed, nice breakfast, large garden and courtyard
2.5 / 5.0
This is a fantastic unique place to stayGorgeous House, wonderful warm hosts and best poached eggs ever!!
5.0 / 5.0
This is a fantastic unique place to stay
Gorgeous House, wonderful warm hosts and best poached eggs ever!!
2.5 / 5.0
We both loved this home, amazing to think it is the oldest lived in home in NZ at 164 years old, it is truely the perfect stopping point if you are visiting Akaroa. It’s peaceful, historical, lovingly and authentically restored. It is in the centre of everything, walkable to many attractions and eateries. The gardens are lovely and the rooms perfectly dressed. The hosts are amazing, well worth the stay just to meet them. You won’t be disappointed with the breakfast, again it was perfect. We both give this accomodation a 10 out of 10 and will return. Akaroa is beautiful and charming and so is this home.
1.3 / 5.0
We both loved this home, amazing to think it is the oldest lived in home in NZ at 164 years old, it is truely the perfect stopping point if you are visiting Akaroa. It’s peaceful, historical, lovingly and authentically restored. It is in the centre of everything, walkable to many attractions and eateries. The gardens are lovely and the rooms perfectly dressed. The hosts are amazing, well worth the stay just to meet them. You won’t be disappointed with the breakfast, again it was perfect. We both give this accomodation a 10 out of 10 and will return. Akaroa is beautiful and charming and so is this home.
1.3 / 5.0
Very welcoming- the Stables was a awesome space - breakfast was very good - relaxing environment & gardens were very nice
2.5 / 5.0
Very welcoming- the Stables was a awesome space - breakfast was very good - relaxing environment & gardens were very nice
2.5 / 5.0
Lovely environment, great people!
5.0 / 5.0
The property is a lovely old home, very comfortable lovely gardens. The owners are super people and very welcoming. we thoroughly enjoyed our stay
5.0 / 5.0
Great hosts and amazing historic property. The breakfast was so good. We will definitely be going back.
5.0 / 5.0
Perfection in a place where that is a high bar. Close to the hurly burly when you want that and it is an oasis of calm, luxuriant beauty, stuffed with history, charm and artistic flair. Your hosts are welcoming, warm, intelligent and super talented with a back story which is fascinating, who doesn't want to be around folk who were set and costume designers for Lord of the Rings etc? The Building is beautiful and historic, the gardens are magnificent, lush and wonderful and they even have doves! The breakfasts are also plentiful and brilliant with home made prize winning jam and marmalade along with everything else a big hotel would offer. We will definitely be back.
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent hosts, superb breakfasts, and an amazing venue. We loved our time here.
2.5 / 5.0
The stay was incredibly lovely with amazing, attentive hosts. Wonderful history and beautiful grounds. Delicious breakfast. We will happily come back to stay again!
2.5 / 5.0
We really enjoyed the stay both the accommodation and the excellent hosts. Just an awesome place to relax and enjoy the gardens food etc.
1.0 / 5.0
The bed and bathroom are clean, other places are very dirty and dusty. Vintage doesn’t mean dirty, there are lots of spider silks around the little garden and walkway outside the staple suite, the room has no air conditioning, which mean you have to open some windows for ventilation, but all windows are actually glass doors, if you open windows mean you open the doors while sleeping without locking, next to our room is a backdoor entrance to and from the street, but it was not locked! Which means at night, if you want to have ventilation and open some “windows” of your room, people from street can enter your room freely without a lock, we were not dare to sleep at night!
2.5 / 5.0
The property condition is old; after all, the house was built in mid 1800! Still, the rooms offer coziness and charm; the gardens are lovely, owners are friendly, and the breakfast is spectacularly wonderful.
2.5 / 5.0
An historical house which has been sensitively and elegantly furnished by the owners John and Lesley who welcome you to their own home and gorgeous garden. Very relaxed and laid back.
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Akaroa?
The average price for a rental in Akaroa is R 2,840 per night. This rental is R 107 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Blythcliffe. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Blythcliffe pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Blythcliffe?
We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes internet / wifi, parking, laundry, balcony or patio, and garden.
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