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Free Wifi
Non-Smoking Rooms
Self-Serve Laundry
Free Parking
Breakfast included
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Reviewed 14 June 2016
The check-in was pleasant, and it's a lovely hostel. Very nice garden. However, it would have been nice to know before we settled in that the staff bedroom was adjacent to the dorm room. They came and went frequently during the day and night, and...More
J A
Wellington, New Zealand
The Manager was very helpful when I arrived and allowed me to park my motorbike in the garage so it was secure.
The dorm room downstairs backed onto the staff quarters so at all hours of the day staff were passing through which prevented a...More
We had a double ensuite room. Not modern but very comfortable and clean. Reasonable rates. Hostel is located in centre of town, with on road parking in front of hostel or down quiet side road. A well run friendly hostel.
Stayed for a night and the place is cute with the sound of fountain in the garden that makes you more relax..There is also a piano and books to choose from..Our dorm has a toilet inside which I likely prefer..The staffs are accomodating and helpful..I...More
Michael M
Redding, California
This is my 6th time bicycling around New Zealand, and this has been my favorite stay. One of the original historic buildings in French-flavored Akaroa, owned by Sara and sailing Captain Roy, and beautifully managed by Christie and her fun staff. I don't remember ever...More
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Price range US$46 - US$57 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room) Room types Non-Smoking Rooms Reservation Options TripAdvisor is proud to partner with Booking.com so you can book your Chez La Mer Backpackers reservations with confidence. We help millions of travellers each month to find the perfect hotel for both holiday and business trips, always with the best discounts and special offers. Location New Zealand > South Island > Canterbury Region > Akaroa
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"get room further away from kitchen and communal area, even i close my door i can still smell the smoke from..." "Try for the upstairs Queen-Twin ~ with ensuite ~~~~ other bathrooms get VERY busy ;)" "Ensuite dorms are better in summer (max of 5 people using your shower)" "Both the ensuites are very good value."
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