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Ethels Cinema

4.8(90 reviews)

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Ethels Cinema, Cafe & Bar, a coffee shop or café on South Island, combines a bar, a café and a cinema under one roof at 4 Selwyn Avenue in Akaroa 7520.

Guests have left 90 reviews for the venue, and those reviews carry an average of 4.8 out of 5. The business combines a bar with a café and cinema, so drinks, coffee and film share the same address. Hours run Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 onwards, with Monday closed. The website at https://www.ethels.co.nz/ carries details of what is showing and being served.

Seasons in New Zealand run opposite to the northern hemisphere, with summer from December to February and winter from June to August, so a visit to Akaroa suits the warmer months.

Christchurch, Dunedin, Nelson, Blenheim and Queenstown sit within reach across the South Island, making Akaroa a natural detour for anyone travelling the eastern coast.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the opening hours of Ethels Cinema, Cafe & Bar?

Ethels Cinema, Cafe & Bar opens Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 onwards. It stays closed on Mondays.

What does Ethels Cinema, Cafe & Bar serve?

Ethels Cinema, Cafe & Bar operates as a bar and nightlife spot on South Island, with details of what it offers available at https://www.ethels.co.nz/. The name signals a cinema alongside cafe and bar service.

What kind of business is Ethels Cinema, Cafe & Bar?

Ethels Cinema, Cafe & Bar is a bar and nightlife spot on South Island, combining a cinema with cafe and bar offerings. It sits within reach of centres such as Christchurch, Queenstown and Dunedin.

Where is Ethels Cinema, Cafe & Bar located on South Island?

Ethels Cinema, Cafe & Bar sits at 4 Selwyn Avenue, Akaroa 7520, on South Island. Akaroa is a coastal settlement where Tūī, kererū and other native birds are common, and dolphins, fur seals and seabirds are seen around the coast.

How do visitors rate Ethels Cinema, Cafe & Bar?

Ethels Cinema, Cafe & Bar holds a rating of 4.8 out of 5 from 90 reviews, reflecting strong visitor satisfaction. Guests on South Island rate this bar and nightlife spot highly.

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