Sharon and Ron (?) really know how to do a B&B right. The rooms were gorgeous (we peeked into others besides ours) and so cozy. The location is amazing--right across from the water--and there's comfy seating on a second floor wrap-around balcony to relax and enjoy the view of the harbor. Breakfast was very good, and served at a communal... More

This was the first place I took my parents visiting me in NZ, knowing that Akaroa would be relaxing after their 12 hour plane ride. This hotel made our stay in Akaroa even better - was such a nice place, very relaxing, very nicely put together, and the Kotare room was plenty of room for the 3 of us to... More

Simply a lovely B&B. Rooms are comfortable and immaculate. The breakfast menu is good,the position is central to all the activities in Akaroa but above all the hosts are lovely people. I would recommend this B & B to anyone.

We celebrated our 25th wedding aniversary in February 2012 in this gorgeous location. A beautiful property, so good the tourists walking by would stop and photograph the house and gardens on many occasions. We had the luxury of being able to stay 2 nights in the Keruru room. With its lovely candlelit claw foot bath, it really was lovely. The... More

If you're heading to Akaroa, THIS is the place to stay! Sharon and Ian were so welcoming; the property was beautiful - complete with blooming rose bushes and a great view of the water; and their home beautifully restored using the original timber from the old building that once stood on Beach Street. Our room, Keruru, was clean and sweetly... More

We wanted to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary in style and Garthowen was definitely the place to do it. Better than advertised, Sharon and Ian made us welcome the moment we set foot on their front steps. Soooo comfortable, beautiful views, and so close to all the action. They recommended and arranged a scrumptious dinner for us. Ian told us... More

Ian and Sharon are great hosts and Garthowen B&B in central, waterfront Akaroa is absolutely stunning. The rooms are spacious and immaculate - one of the most comfortable beds we have ever had while travelling. The breakfast is also fantastic - a spread of continental and hot breakfast and some delicious local produce. Treat yourself at Garthowen B&B - we... More

Definitely a place to stay. The hosts are simply amazing! The linen, the bed, the natal flower scent, the bathroom, the ambience everything is well cared and special. We stayed at Kereru Room on the first floor, just across the street from the beach. For those looking for good breakfast and a nice atmosphere, this is the place to stay.... More

This B&B is right by the waters edge and within a few minutes walk of the main attractions in Akaroa (the restaurants and the quayside). It's not the cheapest B&B you will find but it is very good value - the room quality is very high (way beyond the quality you will find in most hotels) and the breakfast was... More