Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A continental breakfast is available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee of approximately NZD 21 per person.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 2:30 PM to 7:30 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available for an additional fee, and arrangements should be made at least 24 hours in advance.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including accessible parking and public areas. However, specific features may vary, so contacting the property for detailed information is recommended.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in the historical district of Akaroa, just steps from St Patrick's Catholic Church and 4 minutes by foot from Artisans Gallery. It is 0.3 mi from Akaroa Museum and 0.9 mi from Akaroa Wharf.

What are the policies regarding children staying at the property?

One child aged 2 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding.

La Rochelle Motel

What guests think

La Rochelle Motel earns strong praise for welcoming, helpful owners, very clean, comfortable rooms, and a convenient location within an easy walk of Akaroa’s shops and waterfront, with many enjoying the quiet, leafy setting by a stream.

Guests highlight well-equipped kitchenettes, private patios or balconies, and handy laundry facilities. Studios are generally practical and reasonably sized, with some noting small bathrooms and that certain units face the road. A well-managed, relaxing base for enjoying Akaroa.

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Facilities

Kitchenettes are well equipped, with private patios or balconies and a tranquil garden by the stream that many enjoy; guest laundry is available.

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Karen

Feb 2, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Had a lovely ground floor garden room from which we enjoyed breakfasting on the private patio and listening to the bird life. The studio room has a very comfortable super king bed with ample space and included a kitchenette with everything we required. Our hosts were welcoming and very accommodating, especially with the Covid safety required.

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Birgitta

Nov 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stort rum med balkong. Köksdel med alla tillbehör. Vi kom lite tidigt men klarade av alla incheckningsdetaljer så vi kunde komma tillbaka när vår kryssning var över

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Adriana

Feb 18, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient smoke area. Bird and bush view from balcony.

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King Keung John

Feb 15, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The owners are great, room is clean and the kitchenette is adequate, service is good. The room we got faced the main road so I gave 4 stars. It is a nice place to stay however.

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Bruce

Jan 15, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Property was clean with an excellent outdoor area small quiet with trees and a little brook.

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Susan

Nov 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was a good size and we had everything provided that we required. Staff very helpful. Used the washing machine and dryer which was very welcome after travelling around South Island. Lots of restaurants close by and more if you wished to walk a bit further over to the harbour. Worth booking if the area is busy. It was quiet when we were there and a few the restaurants were still fully booked. A quick vacuum of the stairs and the balcony area would have given it a 5 star, but we couldn't fault it overwise. Great couple of nights.

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Deborah

Oct 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We didn’t need the laundry, but parking was easy, everything about our stay there was awesome, will definitely be staying there again soon.Was lovely eating on the wee balcony with the stream beside us.Bed was very comfortable, shower was great.kitchen had all,we needed ❤️

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John

Oct 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

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Anne

Sep 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very clean and had everything I needed for a one night stay. Had a private outside seating area.

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Annie

Aug 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location and excellent condition. Be aware that although the room is marketed with kitchette you are not allow to cook onions, bacon, fish curries or fry anything which makes it very difficult to prepare a meal. There is a BBQ but no light to see what you are cooking and the smokers area is a couch and ash tray butted up against the BBQ. Consider you needs before booking.

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Cleanliness

Reviews consistently describe La Rochelle Motel as very clean and well maintained, with spotless rooms and tidy grounds.

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William

Nov 1, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Lovely location, very quiet units spotlessly clean & very helpful hosts. Bathrooms are small but manageable

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Helen

Jan 15, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

All very clean, well maintained and staff very helpful in various ways. It all made us feel comfortable immediately and throughout our 2 night stay. Even the cafe recommendation (Barkers) in Geraldine turned out great.

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Graeme

Dec 5, 2022

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Stayed 19,331 nights

The Cleanest Motel I have stayed in

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lynne

Mar 18, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Quiet, clean and well appointed.

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Ali

Dec 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing friendly can kiwi attitude right from check in Rooms fully well equipped and clean

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Jeffrey

Sep 3, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Room was clean & tidy. Loved the tree & stream view.

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John

Oct 27, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

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.

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Anne

Sep 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very clean and had everything I needed for a one night stay. Had a private outside seating area.

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Raewyn

Nov 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Our room was spotless, the staff were very friendly and obliging. The wee seating area outside was also lovely.

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Gary

Mar 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

An excellent location and very clean tidy facilities. Will certainly be staying there again.

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Rooms

Rooms are comfortable and quiet, many offering balconies or patios with pleasant garden or stream outlooks. Some guests note small bathrooms, occasional Wi-Fi issues, and a few road-facing rooms.

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Birgitta

Nov 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stort rum med balkong. Köksdel med alla tillbehör. Vi kom lite tidigt men klarade av alla incheckningsdetaljer så vi kunde komma tillbaka när vår kryssning var över

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William

Nov 1, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Lovely location, very quiet units spotlessly clean & very helpful hosts. Bathrooms are small but manageable

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King Keung John

Feb 15, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The owners are great, room is clean and the kitchenette is adequate, service is good. The room we got faced the main road so I gave 4 stars. It is a nice place to stay however.

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Birgit

Apr 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Es ist ein schönes Motel und hat alles was man braucht.Alles von hier aus zu Fuß in Akaroa zu erreichen. Bad hat etwas Krankenhauscharme. Zimmer 1 sollte man meiden, da direkt an der Straße. WiFi war etwas schwach.

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NG

Sep 19, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Erica the host was friendly n gracious. Her service support was excellent. One kink was the matress when sleeping on it tend to be lop sided to the edge. The other kink was wifi keep losing connection to internet. A more strudy cutting/chopping knife would be good.

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Jonathan

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great room, 5 min walk to the shops & waterfront. Place isn’t super modern and parking can be super tight, but its clean and quiet. Bonus it has stream running out the back that offers a nice place to relax & provides white noise for the night.

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Judith

Apr 29, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

We had a back room with a garden view. Loved the stream and bush setting. It was a nice quiet place to stay.

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Agnieszka

Feb 4, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

This has been a lovely place to stay in on our vacation. The room was very comfortable and very clean and had a small balcony where we could relax surrounded by trees to the sound of a stream and birds chirping. The owner lady was very kind and helpful. I very much recommend this lodging!

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Kim

Dec 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Erica was very helpful when we arrived and gave us some great local information. The room was lovely and decorated to a high standard. Lovely outside space to sit. Very peaceful. Had a great night sleep in a comfortable bed. I wish we could have stayed longer in beautiful Akaroa. Would definitely recommend. Thank you

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Lynne

Aug 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A very well equipped unit, clean with good facilities although bed a bit high for short people! A spacious unit but table area quite tight. There was only one comfortable chair when booking was for two people. Unfortunately no views with this unit.

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Service

The owners and staff are consistently friendly, welcoming, and helpful, with smooth check-ins and thoughtful local advice.

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Karen

Feb 2, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Had a lovely ground floor garden room from which we enjoyed breakfasting on the private patio and listening to the bird life. The studio room has a very comfortable super king bed with ample space and included a kitchenette with everything we required. Our hosts were welcoming and very accommodating, especially with the Covid safety required.

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joanne

Mar 15, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

When we checked in Trevor gave the best introduction to the hotel and the town i have ever had. He explained where everything was what was good to see and gave us a map with sites highlighted. He and his wife Erica were on hand any time we needed anything. Location was great and the motel was very quite. Very friendly.

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Nicholas

Oct 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Clean modern facilities and friendly helpful manager made our stay an absolute pleasure will definitely stay there again!!

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Helen

Jan 15, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

All very clean, well maintained and staff very helpful in various ways. It all made us feel comfortable immediately and throughout our 2 night stay. Even the cafe recommendation (Barkers) in Geraldine turned out great.

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Agnieszka

Feb 4, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

This has been a lovely place to stay in on our vacation. The room was very comfortable and very clean and had a small balcony where we could relax surrounded by trees to the sound of a stream and birds chirping. The owner lady was very kind and helpful. I very much recommend this lodging!

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Kim

Dec 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Erica was very helpful when we arrived and gave us some great local information. The room was lovely and decorated to a high standard. Lovely outside space to sit. Very peaceful. Had a great night sleep in a comfortable bed. I wish we could have stayed longer in beautiful Akaroa. Would definitely recommend. Thank you

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Ronald

Sep 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient, tidy and a great location. Though the room was right next to the main road, it was very quiet. Staff were fantastic.

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I

Jun 7, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Owners very attentive, constantly refreshing and updating everything to make sure the stay as nice as possible.

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Diane

Feb 27, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was fantastic, everything I needed. Very warm welcome after a bit of a nightmare journey, the host was exceptional helpful.

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Janet

Feb 10, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Kerry & Nic are fabulous hosts, the rooms are clean, have super comfy beds & everything you need for a relaxing stay. Loved it!

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Location

Easy walking distance to shops, cafes, and the waterfront; a practical base within Akaroa.

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joanne

Mar 15, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

When we checked in Trevor gave the best introduction to the hotel and the town i have ever had. He explained where everything was what was good to see and gave us a map with sites highlighted. He and his wife Erica were on hand any time we needed anything. Location was great and the motel was very quite. Very friendly.

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Georgina

Apr 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent for our stay. Walk to shops and restaurants

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Jonathan

Oct 13, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Great room, 5 min walk to the shops & waterfront. Place isn’t super modern and parking can be super tight, but its clean and quiet. Bonus it has stream running out the back that offers a nice place to relax & provides white noise for the night.

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John

Mar 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful motel in the heart of town . Shops and cafes only 2 mins walk. Room cost with all you need . Super friendly and helpful owners .

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Robyn

Oct 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely room and easy walk to cafes, pubs, the village

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Danielle

May 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean and comfortable. Bed was lovely. Located at the beginning of town. Easy walk around. Friendly and helpful.

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Ali and Ross

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

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 😀👍

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Ronald

Sep 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient, tidy and a great location. Though the room was right next to the main road, it was very quiet. Staff were fantastic.

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Melanie

Mar 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was ideally situated for us visiting our son. Close to all amenities. Very helpful owners everything is there that you should need at the property.

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Gary

Mar 20, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

An excellent location and very clean tidy facilities. Will certainly be staying there again.

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Georgina

Apr 24, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent for our stay. Walk to shops and restaurants

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John

Mar 11, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Wonderful motel in the heart of town . Shops and cafes only 2 mins walk. Room cost with all you need . Super friendly and helpful owners .

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Susan

Nov 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Room was a good size and we had everything provided that we required. Staff very helpful. Used the washing machine and dryer which was very welcome after travelling around South Island. Lots of restaurants close by and more if you wished to walk a bit further over to the harbour. Worth booking if the area is busy. It was quiet when we were there and a few the restaurants were still fully booked. A quick vacuum of the stairs and the balcony area would have given it a 5 star, but we couldn't fault it overwise. Great couple of nights.

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Robyn

Oct 6, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely room and easy walk to cafes, pubs, the village

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Charles

Mar 4, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Tranquil and efficient motel; personable and helpful owners/staff; excellent activities, dining and shopping in Akaroa

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Deborah

Oct 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Loved everthing about the Motel and the shopping, eating out was the best.Cannot wait to go back

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1 $108	2 $117	3 $111	4 $120	5 $110	6 $119	7
8 $156	9 $119	10 $119	11 $119	12 $117	13	14
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22 $108	23 $115	24 $115	25 $108	26 $116	27	28 $105
29 $106	30 $117

La Rochelle Motel

About this property

Location

Room options

Garden View Queen Studio Ground Floor

Tree Top View Queen Studio Upper Level

Tree Top View King Studio Upper Level

Studio

2 Bedroom Apartment Upper Level

Garden View King Studio Ground Floor

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