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City Central Motel Apartments

Canterbury-Christchurch MT · New Zealand

252 Barbadoes StreetView location

8.0/10Excellent519 Reviews
Cleanliness8.4/108.4
Service8.4/108.4
Comfort7.8/107.8
Condition7.6/107.6
Location7.6/107.6
Neighborhood7.4/107.4
Value7.4/107.4
Amenities7.4/107.4
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About City Central Motel Apartments

This two-story motel offers 26 guestrooms with wheelchair access. Each room features a microwave, minibar, 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite programming, complimentary Wi-Fi, and a bathroom with toiletries and a hairdryer. Amenities include room service, express check-out, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, laundry facilities, and free self-parking.

City Central Motel Apartments is centrally located in Christchurch, a 15-minute drive from Lyttelton Harbour and High Street, near the Transitional Cathedral, Margaret Mahy Playground, and numerous shops and restaurants. Christchurch International Airport (CHC) is 12. 3 km (7. 6 mi) away.

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With a stay at City Central Motel Apartments, you'll be centrally located in Christchurch, a 3-minute drive from Hagley Park and 14 minutes from Lyttelton Harbour. This motel is 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from Sumner Beach and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from City New Life Church.

Make yourself at home in one of the 26 guestrooms featuring microwaves and minibars. 32-inch flat-screen televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and irons/ironing boards.

Featured amenities include express check-out, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Smoking areas
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 10:00 AM

Hotel policies

No rollaway/extra beds available No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Special Instructions
    To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. Guests are kindly requested to contact the property at least 48 hours in advance if planning to arrive outside of the regular check-in hours as alternate check-in information will be needed.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
    • This property accepts credit cards and cash
    • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
    • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 15 for adults and NZD 15 for children
    • A late check-out fee will be charged
    • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    English

    Chinese (Mandarin)

Nearby attractions

Transitional Cathedral 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
One New Zealand Stadium 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Christchurch Tram 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
City New Life Church 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Margaret Mahy Playground 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Cathedral Square 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
The Crossing 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
New Regent Street 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Isaac Theatre Royal 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Christchurch Polytechnic Institute of Technology 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts 1 km / 0.6 mi
Christchurch I-SITE 1 km / 0.6 mi
The Terrace 1 km / 0.6 mi
Barbadoes Street Cemetery 1 km / 0.6 mi
Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre 1 km / 0.6 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 26
  • hotel
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Room service
  • Laundry service
  • LaunderetteExtra charge
  • GardenExtra charge
  • Newspapers
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  • Luggage roomExtra charge
  • Dining area
  • Towels and bed linenExtra charge
  • Smoking areaExtra charge
  • Non-smoking establishmentExtra charge
Meal plans

Meal plan types

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Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

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Room types

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  • STUDIO QUEEN SIZE BEDSTUDIO • QUEEN SIZE BEDSTU.QN

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    STUDIO QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
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    STUDIO
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    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: STU.QN

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  • APARTMENT STANDARDAPARTMENT • STANDARDAPT.ST

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    APARTMENT STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    APARTMENT
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: APT.ST

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  • STUDIO PREMIERSTUDIO • PREMIERSTU.PE

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    City Central Motel Apartments

    STUDIO PREMIER

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
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    STUDIO
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    PREMIER

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: STU.PE

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    City Central Motel Apartments

    Room STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: ROO.ST

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  • STUDIO SUPERIOR QUEEN BEDSTUDIO • SUPERIOR QUEEN BEDSTU.QN-SU

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    City Central Motel Apartments

    STUDIO SUPERIOR QUEEN BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
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    STUDIO
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    SUPERIOR QUEEN BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: STU.QN-SU

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  • APARTMENT SUPERIOR ONE BEDROOMAPARTMENT • SUPERIOR ONE BEDROOMAPT.B1-SU

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    City Central Motel Apartments

    APARTMENT SUPERIOR ONE BEDROOM

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    APARTMENT
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    SUPERIOR ONE BEDROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.B1-SU

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  • DOUBLE ONE BEDDOUBLE • ONE BED • 1 Bedroom • 30 m²DBL.1B-1
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    DOUBLE ONE BED

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    30 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Queen-size bed 150-154 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    ONE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.1B-1

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi
    • Cot on demand
    • 220V power supply
    • Desk
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Housekeeping
    • Fan
    • Satellite TV
    • Hairdryer
    • Kitchenette
    • Kitchen utensils, plates & cups
    • Minibar
    • Mini fridge
    • Microwave
    • Individually adjustable heating

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  • STUDIO CLASSICSTUDIO • CLASSICSTU.AS

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    STUDIO CLASSIC

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    STUDIO
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    CLASSIC

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    Room code: STU.AS

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  • FAMILY ROOM TWO BEDROOMS TWO BATHROOMSFAMILY ROOM • TWO BEDROOMS TWO BATHROOMS • 1 Bedroom • 40 m²FAM.2W-B2
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    FAMILY ROOM TWO BEDROOMS TWO BATHROOMS

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    40 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Bed setup
    Sofa bed, Queen-size bed 150-154 width, Single bed 80-130 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
    View / characteristic
    TWO BEDROOMS TWO BATHROOMS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.2W-B2

    Room amenities

    • Kitchenette
    • TV
    • Hairdryer
    • Kitchen utensils, plates & cups
    • Minibar
    • Mini fridge
    • Microwave
    • Ironing set
    • Central heating
    • Individually adjustable heating
    • Wi-fi
    • Cot on demand
    • Alarm clock
    • Desk
    • Fan
    • Satellite TV
    • Smoke detector
    • Housekeeping

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  • APARTMENT CLASSIC TWO BEDROOMSAPARTMENT • CLASSIC TWO BEDROOMSAPT.AS-B2

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    APARTMENT CLASSIC TWO BEDROOMS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    APARTMENT
    View / characteristic
    CLASSIC TWO BEDROOMS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.AS-B2

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  • Double or Twin TWO BEDSDouble or Twin • TWO BEDS • 1 Bedroom • 45 m²DBT.2B
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    Double or Twin TWO BEDS

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    5 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    45 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 2
    Bed setup
    Queen-size bed 150-154 width, Single bed 80-130 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    TWO BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.2B

    Room amenities

    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • FAMILY ROOM TWO BEDROOMS ONE BATHROOMFAMILY ROOM • TWO BEDROOMS ONE BATHROOM • 2 Bedrooms • 80 m²FAM.1W-B2
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    FAMILY ROOM TWO BEDROOMS ONE BATHROOM

    Room photos

    7 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    80 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 3–5 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Bed setup
    Queen-size bed 150-154 width, Single bed 80-130 width
    Bedrooms
    2
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
    View / characteristic
    TWO BEDROOMS ONE BATHROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.1W-B2

    Room amenities

    • Hairdryer
    • Kitchen utensils, plates & cups
    • Minibar
    • Fridge
    • Microwave
    • Washing machine
    • Ironing set
    • Central heating
    • Individually adjustable heating
    • Living room: 1
    • Wi-fi
    • Cot on demand
    • Alarm clock
    • Desk
    • Fan
    • Satellite TV
    • Dishwasher
    • Smoke detector
    • Housekeeping
    • Dining Area

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  • APARTMENT TWO BEDROOMSAPARTMENT • TWO BEDROOMSAPT.B2

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    City Central Motel Apartments

    APARTMENT TWO BEDROOMS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    APARTMENT
    View / characteristic
    TWO BEDROOMS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.B2

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  • STUDIO STANDARDSTUDIO • STANDARDSTU.ST

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    City Central Motel Apartments

    STUDIO STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    STUDIO
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: STU.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • DOUBLE ONE BEDDOUBLE • ONE BED • 1 Bedroom • 30 m²DBL.1B
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    DOUBLE ONE BED

    Room photos

    9 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    30 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Queen-size bed 150-154 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    ONE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.1B

    Room amenities

    • Microwave
    • Mini fridge
    • Minibar
    • Kitchen utensils, plates & cups
    • Kitchenette
    • Hairdryer
    • Satellite TV
    • Fan
    • Desk
    • Housekeeping
    • Cot on demand
    • Wi-fi
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Individually adjustable heating
    • Central heating
    • 220V power supply

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • APARTMENT QUEEN SIZE BEDAPARTMENT • QUEEN SIZE BEDAPT.QN

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    City Central Motel Apartments

    APARTMENT QUEEN SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    APARTMENT
    View / characteristic
    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.QN

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  • APARTMENT ONE BEDROOMAPARTMENT • ONE BEDROOMAPT.B1

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    APARTMENT ONE BEDROOM

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    APARTMENT
    View / characteristic
    ONE BEDROOM

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.B1

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  • APARTMENT CLASSIC TWO QUEEN BEDSAPARTMENT • CLASSIC TWO QUEEN BEDSAPT.2Q-AS

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    APARTMENT CLASSIC TWO QUEEN BEDS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    APARTMENT
    View / characteristic
    CLASSIC TWO QUEEN BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: APT.2Q-AS

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  • FAMILY ROOM STANDARDFAMILY ROOM • STANDARDFAM.ST

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    City Central Motel Apartments

    FAMILY ROOM STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.ST

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  • STUDIO SUPERIORSTUDIO • SUPERIORSTU.SU

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    City Central Motel Apartments

    STUDIO SUPERIOR

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    STUDIO
    View / characteristic
    SUPERIOR

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: STU.SU

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  • STUDIO TWO BEDSSTUDIO • TWO BEDSSTU.2B

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    City Central Motel Apartments

    STUDIO TWO BEDS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    STUDIO
    View / characteristic
    TWO BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: STU.2B

    Limited room details from hotel

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about City Central Motel Apartments

8.0
Excellent
519 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.4 /10
Service
8.4 /10
Comfort
7.8 /10
Condition
7.6 /10
Location
7.6 /10
Neighborhood
7.4 /10
Value
7.4 /10
Amenities
7.4 /10
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6/10
Pleasant
27 Jul 2026
Nathan
Must be a new owner without much experience in hospitality ……………………………………………………………………
6/10
Pleasant
05 Jul 2026
Lara
The heater located in the apartment did not work, so when we came home after being out the room was awfully cold. Also windows were missing latches so they couldn’t shut properly adding to the coldness of the bedroom. Location is absolutely excellent to the stadium and other than that the accommodation was good.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
14 Jun 2026
Richard
Great location being so close to CBD and Stadium
Self
10/10
Exceptional
11 Apr 2026
Graeme
Great location, right opposite the new stadium! Easy 15 minute walk to Cathedral Square and riverside. Spacious,comfortable room.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Mar 2026
janet
Clean , basic , short walk to centre
8/10
Excellent
15 Mar 2026
Robin
Good facilities and helpful staff
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Mar 2026
theresa
Clean, friendly staff, close to everything
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
13 Mar 2026
Chia
Great location. The room was nothing fancy, but the bed was comfortable and the shower was good.
Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
10 Mar 2026
Christopher
Very run down and not reflective of photos online.
8/10
Excellent
07 Mar 2026
Jennifer
Friendly staff good accommodation
8/10
Excellent
20 Feb 2026
Jason
Easy checkin, good location, not too far of a walk into city centre. Smokey T's amazing food around the corner.
Friends_and_family Friends
4/10
Poor
18 Feb 2026
Des
Grotty
6/10
Pleasant
17 Feb 2026
Pushpa
Great location, friendly helpful staff but bathroom needs proper maintenance
6/10
Pleasant
11 Feb 2026
Paul
People are clearing living long term here and other guests were very noisy until after 1am . Very average stay for the price we paid
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jan 2026
Robyn
Really convenient location for the centre of Christchurch, spacious room, friendly staff
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
23 Jan 2026
Rodney
Spacious room, soft comfortable bed, shower large and warm. Basic and adequate kitchenette.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jan 2026
Robyn
Large, clean room, great facilities
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
15 Jan 2026
Keith
The staff and location were great.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jan 2026
Kara
Staff ere super friendly, room was clean and icy and had everything we needed
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
07 Dec 2025
Scott
Rooms and hotel are in need of updating
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Nov 2025
nigel
basic yet function. Enjoyed the stay
Partner
8/10
Excellent
20 Nov 2025
phil
All good nice Staff and helpful.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
28 Oct 2025
Robert de
Flexible check-in was great. Good location. Only thing of caution is that traffic and noise from adjacent rooms (the walls seem to let a lot of sound through) might effect light sleepers.
10/10
Exceptional
27 Oct 2025
WILLIAM
Great for a short stay easy walk to city.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Oct 2025
Edwin
parking is good i guess, and kitchen is good too
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
21 Oct 2025
David
The rooms look they have just been renovated, a convenient spot close to town and shops.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
06 Oct 2025
Sandy
It was a great location however we were a bit disappointed with the room compared with the photos online. We appreciated the fridge being in a cupboard for noise reduction. But in the bathroom of Unit 20, there was some mold on the ceiling and peeling paint. I know it's a budget motel but I don't expect to see mold in a room we have paid for.
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
26 Sep 2025
Allan
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Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
13 Sep 2025
Joseph
Very conveniently located directly near the city. My first time travelling solo and I had a good experience, staff were friendly, check in and out was easy considering it was my first time, the room I had was clean, had sky tv, and had everything I needed. Probably only downside would be the parking, maybe invest in a gate or something, there seemed to be a lot of pedestrians crossing through. That’s my only critic, can’t go wrong with this place
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
13 Sep 2025
patrick
close to town, walking distance to most things, would use again in future
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
10 Sep 2025
Elyssa
It was ok for 1 night stay, before leaving Christchurch. Fairly dated decor and bed was soft. Room was spacious, and ample parking spaces.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
10 Sep 2025
Nathan
Hot water tank appears to be checked as I had to fill and drain the bath few times to get rid of rusty water.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
07 Sep 2025
John
Clean and quiet. Close to city center
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
01 Sep 2025
Elizabeth
Very central so made walking easier
Leisure Friends
6/10
Pleasant
19 Aug 2025
June
No shampoo and hairdryer
Leisure Friends
2/10
Poor
10 Aug 2025
Caro
Noisy, very uncomfortable beds, terrible linen
6/10
Pleasant
09 Aug 2025
Anwar
Internet access was lousy. Bed and pillow covers looked old.
Business Friends
8/10
Excellent
25 Jul 2025
glinecka
Nice floor to sealing window with access to nice terrace. Big room, good kitchen fit out. On the downside, carpet and sofa were well worn in.
Business_and_leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
08 Jul 2025
Rodney
Property was central. Very warm but very old.
Business_and_leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2025
Rolly
Comfy bed.
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2025
Aaron
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6/10
Pleasant
04 Jun 2025
Erin
I picked this property for the price and got what I paid for. It was clean and had all the facilities you need but would definitely be considered a budget property. Staff were friendly and helpful. Car parking is available right outside your door for ground-level rooms. Great location in walking distance to the city and right across the road from the new stadium (when it is completed).
Self
8/10
Excellent
18 May 2025
Tatiana Di
Location is convenient, not their fault but the stadium construction is noisy all night.
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
16 May 2025
Verified traveler
The
Business
6/10
Pleasant
11 May 2025
John
Very basic, budget rooms. Close to CDB
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
27 Apr 2025
Michelle
Nice close to town
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
26 Apr 2025
Daz
Convenient too the city centre.
The pictures were deceiving and it was a lot more dated than we realized.
The shower was only chest high which was inconvenient but fine if your short i guess.
Staff were friendly.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
20 Apr 2025
Kirsten
While this property is a little tired, it was clean and tidy and very handy to the city centre.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
14 Apr 2025
Rob
Should be offering a discount while the te kaha stadium gets built. Extremely noisy 12 hrs a day 7 days a week. People coming in and out of the room next door. Loud voices at 3 in the morning. Not a great experience
Leisure
6/10
Pleasant
13 Apr 2025
Sara
Property is very dated and a little on the outskirts. The property was clean and and provided everything necessary. Staff tried to be helpful but it seemed to get lost in translation, English wasn't their first language. A men's night shelter is behind and men could be be heard yelling at times. Motel provided ear plugs but didn't need them and slept really well.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
05 Apr 2025
scott
A lovely place to stay with friendly host
10/10
Exceptional
28 Mar 2025
Rob
Easy to deal with booking as last minute

Room was nice clean and very quiet

Close to town was a bonus and affordable
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
25 Mar 2025
jacqui
Large rooms. Clean and quite modern. Bed comfortable
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
23 Mar 2025
Barbara
Close to central city. You could walk everywhere
Leisure Partner
2/10
Poor
23 Mar 2025
Vicki
A tired and very basic motel. The rooms are large and the kitchenette and bathroom are good. The motel is on a very busy corner and the traffic noise comes through the front glass wall very easily. There is no privacy for the ground floor unless the curtains are closed. No restaurant and no close supermarket. However, when the stadium is completed the motel will be in an ideal location.

The motel is a good ten minute walk into the centre. Reception was underwhelming.
8/10
Excellent
21 Mar 2025
Janet
Was not as close to downtown as I thought it would be and no place close to eat but subway.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
11 Mar 2025
Caroline
The location was great to walk to local eateries. Bathroom & bed were fine for an overnight stop
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Mar 2025
JANE
Well priced
6/10
Pleasant
02 Mar 2025
ROD
Noisy due to roadworks and construction site across the road. Also area is dirty due to dust from construction
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Feb 2025
Craig

Top stay

We booked a family room and had two rooms joined together. Was fantastic as kids in one side adults in another . Great location next to new stadium . They do work through the night just need to close windows. Would recommend and stay again
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
02 Feb 2025
John
Very helpful staff.
Not far to walk into town and restaurants.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
01 Feb 2025
David
Comfortable clean reasonable price accomodation close to the centre of Christchurch. We recommend this property to fellow travellers.
David and Sharyn.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
25 Jan 2025
David
It is close to the city centre and affordable
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jan 2025
Kate
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Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
10 Jan 2025
Verified traveler
Easy check in, great location close to areas of Christchurch. Room was clean, maybe a touch dated but for the price I thought it was great. Sliding door being the main entrance was a bit unique, but the curtains effectively blocked light and sound (for as much as you can in a city).
8/10
Excellent
31 Dec 2024
Stephen
Perfect for central stay at value level
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Dec 2024
Sarah
Very large rooms, convenient location
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Dec 2024
Stephen
Very central, as the name says, helpful staff. Only problem is that it is next door to the largest building site in Christchurch, the new stadium.
10/10
Exceptional
22 Dec 2024
jake
Very comfortable beds, sizable room, cable tv, and a nice bathroom
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
16 Dec 2024
Joanna
Friendly staff, be an even better location after the stadium is finished
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
15 Dec 2024
Ryan

Close to city

Nice tidy hotel, comfortable
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Dec 2024
Evan
Clean quiet and central
Business
8/10
Excellent
04 Dec 2024
Andy
The main negative was the noise from outside (on the stairs, upstairs, adjoining room and from the street). Positives are that the location was convenient with or without a car; the room was quite spacious and functional.
10/10
Exceptional
04 Dec 2024
Verified traveler
Nice stay. Friendly and helpful staff. Thank you!
Business
10/10
Exceptional
01 Dec 2024
David
Excellent place to stay, great staff.
8/10
Excellent
09 Nov 2024
Gai
The room was spacious and clean. Appreciated the big benches in both kitchenette and bathroom
Although construction was happening outside the room was quiet. Really appreciated the friendly help I was given on arrival ro locate a missing bag.
Self
8/10
Excellent
02 Nov 2024
Suzanne
The bathroom was great in the fact there was a nice long beautiful top along the length of the room where there was great room for your toiletries. The water pressure was very low. Under the shower curtain water leaked over most of the room but it was very clean. Good little kitchenette. I didn't feel very safe in this area of town
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
30 Oct 2024
Susanne

Great location

Room service was hit and miss but location and price were great.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
16 Oct 2024
Andres
Everything nice and clean, very spacious rooms .
But 24/7 construction work ongoing at the new stadium site next door made sleep impossible.
No fault of the apartment owner, however Gommint should pay them and their guests
monetary compensation for
Loss of sleep and business while this shitfight continues
10/10
Exceptional
27 Sep 2024
Catherine
Easy no-fuss, check-in and check out, thank you for letting us check-in so much earlier ahead of time.
Cleaning and refilling necessities were given utmost attention; only sad thing is so much construction is happening around this place which blocks off some roads around this wonderful place currently so hope it gets better soon for you guys. Good job on keeping up.
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
22 Sep 2024
Verified traveler

2 bedroom apartment

Check in was very easy, bathroom floor wasn't very clean and the shower pressure is extremely low. Good size 2 bedroom apartment for family. One bed very hard the other very soft and not enough pillows supplied
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 Sep 2024
Michelle
So close to the centre of town
10/10
Exceptional
18 Sep 2024
Christina
The rooms were large and comfy for our family of four.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Sep 2024
andrew
Affordable and really convenient. Spacious room.
Business_and_leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
02 Sep 2024
Summer
Rooms were clean, staff were nice. Close to town. Good parking
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
31 Aug 2024
Dean
Had everything I needed and convenient location. Wi-Fi was a little shaky though
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
27 Aug 2024
Alastair
Close to the CBD and good price
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
17 Aug 2024
Mariam
Easy check in, very good location.
Business_and_leisure
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jun 2024
Maddy

Great stay, great location.

Very good stay. Clean. Surprisingly quiet for a busy road. Comfortable and spacious room with all we needed. The shower was small but acceptable. The only slight issue was lack of water pressure. We would very happily stay here again and appreciate the free and convenient parking. Great location for walking to the centre of the city - restaurants, cafes, bars and shops within a few minutes walk.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Jun 2024
Alessandra
That’s a great place to stay cheap and comfortable. Good shower, good bed
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
05 Jun 2024
Doug
Good friendly people and handy to the city.
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jun 2024
Sam
Great place to stay for a couoke of jights. Really close to town and the quietest place o have stayed in chc
4/10
Poor
20 May 2024
Kay
The room was clean but in need of an update. The crockery was so thick I need two hands to lift my coffee cup. The outside needed a real clean, the glass on the outside staircase you couldn’t see through. The heater I thought I was supposed to use didn’t work so spent the evening wrapped in my coat. It was a disappointment. However, the location is great and it could be an amazing motel with some work.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2024
Sandy
Warm, comfortable beds, easy parking
6/10
Pleasant
12 May 2024
Raewyn
Furnishings old and could do with revamp.
Business_and_leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 May 2024
Ron
Young guy at reception was really friendly and happy
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
13 Apr 2024
Verified traveler

Happy with this motel apartments

We were happy with our 2 days stay. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. They even gave us the ground floor units as requested. Will return to stay again.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
30 Mar 2024
Stuart
Motel is in a great position, easy walk into city and local attractions. Supermarket close by. Good size room, very clean. Great value, recommend and definitely would stay here again.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
27 Mar 2024
Geoff and Jo
Very handy to the CBD felt safe there only noisy during the morning due to traffic going to work the unit we were in was nice and clean would stay there again only thing I noticed was the back yard needed attention overall the place was very clean
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
26 Mar 2024
Ann
All good thanks.
Leisure Partner

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