Robinsons Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The Summit Road around the Banks Peninsula is so scenic and the views are spectacular, even if the roads are a bit gnarly and not for the faint of heart
The Summit Road around the Banks Peninsula is so scenic and the views are spectacular, even if the roads are a bit gnarly and not for the faint of heart
Road tripping along the harbors of the Banks Peninsula are a must do!
We stopped off at a lovely pub overlooking Robinsons Bay on the way back to Christchurch from Akaroa. Breathtaking spot for a bite to eat!
Beautiful views all around driving in/out of Akaroa
Tresori Motor Lodge

Tresori Motor Lodge

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Rue Jolie & Church St Akaroa
The price is AU$165 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
AU$165
27 Jan - 28 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Akaroa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Akaroa Wharf and Akaroa Lighthouse are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (357 reviews)
Great location near shops and restaurants. Very well equipped room with kitchenette so we could cater for ourselves which was awesome. Very friendly manager and team. Unfortunately we were only stopping one night and will return again in future.

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Tresori Motor Lodge
Akaroa Waterfront Motels

Akaroa Waterfront Motels

4 out of 5
56-64 Rue Jolie Akaroa
The price is AU$189 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
AU$189
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Akaroa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (542 reviews)
Location - incredible and breathtaking, great location clean, spacious, comfortable, great telly Shower a bit weak

Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

Akaroa Waterfront Motels
The Overleigh Shearers Quarters

The Overleigh Shearers Quarters

Port Levy Canterbury
The price is AU$147 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
AU$147
3 Feb - 4 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cabin in Port Levy. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and patios. Popular attractions Lyttelton Harbour and Ripapa Island are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
Enjoyed stay ,great location.

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

The Overleigh Shearers Quarters
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Sumner Bay Motel & Apartments

Sumner Bay Motel & Apartments

3.5 out of 5
26 Marriner Street, Sumner Christchurch
Stay at this aparthotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Sumner Beach and Lyttelton Harbour are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (212 reviews)
Nice place to stay

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Sumner Bay Motel & Apartments
The Overleigh Shearers Quarters

The Overleigh Shearers Quarters

Port Levy Canterbury
Stay at this cabin in Port Levy. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and patios. Popular attractions Lyttelton Harbour and Ripapa Island are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
Enjoyed stay ,great location.

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

The Overleigh Shearers Quarters
Akaroa Village Inn

Akaroa Village Inn

3 out of 5
81 Beach Road Akaroa Canterbury
Stay at this beach apartment in Akaroa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Akaroa Wharf and Akaroa Lighthouse are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (136 reviews)
Room as expected and very clean

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Akaroa Village Inn
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Popular places to visit

Akaroa Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Duvauchelle at Akaroa Golf Club. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Akaroa Golf Club

Duvauchelle Showgrounds

Explore the great outdoors at Duvauchelle Showgrounds, a lovely green space in Duvauchelle. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Duvauchelle Showgrounds

Activities

Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise

Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise

AU$112
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise
Akaroa: Pohatu Penguins Scenic Nature 2-Hour or 4-Hour Tour

Akaroa: Pohatu Penguins Scenic Nature 2-Hour or 4-Hour Tour

AU$90
per adult
Akaroa: Pohatu Penguins Scenic Nature 2-Hour or 4-Hour Tour
Akaroa: Pohatu Little Penguins 3-Hour Evening Experience

Akaroa: Pohatu Little Penguins 3-Hour Evening Experience

AU$108
per adult
Akaroa: Pohatu Little Penguins 3-Hour Evening Experience
From Akaroa: Stargazing Experience

Akaroa: Stargazing Tour with 2 Telescopes & Souvenir Photos

AU$94
per adult
Akaroa: Stargazing Tour with 2 Telescopes & Souvenir Photos
Sunrise Wildlife Safari

Sunrise wildlife sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve

AU$133
per adult
Sunrise wildlife sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve
From Akaroa Lighthouse: Sungazing Tour with Two Telescopes

From Akaroa Lighthouse: Sungazing Tour with Two Telescopes

AU$34
per adult
From Akaroa Lighthouse: Sungazing Tour with Two Telescopes
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Cities near Robinsons Bay

Akaroa which includes mountains

Akaroa

The Summit Road around the Banks Peninsula is so scenic and the views are spectacular, even if the roads are a bit gnarly and not for the faint of heart

Duvauchelle

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