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Garden City Motel

Canterbury-Christchurch MT · New Zealand

Main North Road 242, 242View location

8.8/10Excellent147 Reviews
Cleanliness8.8/108.8
Service9.0/109.0
Comfort8.0/108.0
Condition8.2/108.2
Location7.2/107.2
Neighborhood8.0/108.0
Value7.2/107.2
Amenities9.0/109.0
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About Garden City Motel

Enjoy the garden and terrace views at Garden City Motel, complete with complimentary Wi-Fi. This Christchurch motel offers tour/ticket assistance, a picnic area, and continental breakfast (available daily for a fee).

Each of the 10 guestrooms features a kitchen with a full-sized refrigerator/freezer and microwave, a Tempur-Pedic bed, a private patio, and a 42-inch LED TV with digital programming. Luggage storage and express check-in/out are also available. Free self-parking is onsite.

Located in Redwood, Christchurch, the motel is a short drive from St. George's Hospital and Merivale Mall, and within 10 minutes of Northlands Shopping Centre.

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Located in Christchurch (Redwood), Garden City Motel is within a 10-minute drive of St George's Hospital and Merivale Mall. This motel is 4 mi (6.4 km) from Christchurch Casino and 6.6 mi (10.5 km) from New Brighton Beach.

Make yourself at home in one of the 10 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves. Your room comes with a Tempur-Pedic bed. Rooms have private patios. 42-inch LED televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.

Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and luggage storage. 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 8:30 PM
Check-out until 10:00 AM

Hotel policies

No elevators No alcohol served onsite Professional property host/manager Pets allowed Maximum number of pets per room 1 Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
    • This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
    • Alcohol is not served at this property.
  • Special Instructions
    The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • 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; cash is not accepted
    • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 10.00 for adults and NZD 10.00 for children
    • Pet fee: NZD 10.00 per pet, per night
    • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

  • Spoken Language

    English

Nearby attractions

Northlands Shopping Centre 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Papanui Road 2 km / 1.2 mi
Saint Andrew's College 3.2 km / 2 mi
Elmwood Park 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Merivale Mall 4 km / 2.5 mi
St George's Hospital 4.2 km / 2.6 mi
Nunweek Park 4.6 km / 2.8 mi
Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre 4.8 km / 3 mi
Mona Vale 4.8 km / 3 mi
St. Mary's Merivale 4.8 km / 3 mi
Omarino Wine Park 5 km / 3.1 mi
The Groynes 5.3 km / 3.3 mi
Hagley Park North 5.6 km / 3.5 mi
Hagley Park 5.6 km / 3.5 mi
Southern Cross Hospital 5.7 km / 3.5 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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

  • Total number of rooms: 10
  • hotel
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Car hireExtra charge
  • Room serviceExtra charge
  • Laundry service
  • Lift accessExtra charge
  • ShopExtra charge
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  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Luggage roomExtra charge
  • BBQ facilities
  • Library
  • BarExtra charge
  • Restaurant
  • Smoking areaExtra charge
  • CasinoExtra charge
  • Game roomExtra charge
  • Breakfast
  • Picnic
  • GolfExtra charge
  • Golf practice facilityExtra charge
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Room types

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  • STUDIO DELUXE KING BEDSTUDIO • DELUXE KING BEDSTU.DX-KG

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 5 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    STUDIO
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    DELUXE KING BED

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    Garden City Motel

    STUDIO DELUXE KING BED

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    Room overview

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

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

    Room code: STU.DX-KG

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  • APARTMENT COMFORTAPARTMENT • COMFORTAPT.OM

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    Room overview

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

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    APARTMENT COMFORT

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    APARTMENT
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    COMFORT

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    Room code: APT.OM

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  • STUDIO KING SIZE BEDSTUDIO • KING SIZE BEDSTU.KG

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    Room overview

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

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

    Limited room details from hotel

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

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    Garden City Motel

    STUDIO KING SIZE BED

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

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

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

    Room code: STU.KG

    Limited room details from hotel

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

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Garden City Motel

8.8
Excellent
147 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.8 /10
Service
9.0 /10
Comfort
8.0 /10
Condition
8.2 /10
Location
7.2 /10
Neighborhood
8.0 /10
Value
7.2 /10
Amenities
9.0 /10
75 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2026
S L
Convenient location.
Full Sky.
Great shower for disability.
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jul 2026
Andrew
Host was friendly & helpful:)
Friends
10/10
Exceptional
18 May 2026
Phil
Great place to stay, comfy and cozy. Hosts were really nice
10/10
Exceptional
19 Apr 2026
Carl
Great units! Highly recommend it...and they allow dogs which is much appreciated
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
22 Feb 2026
Ian
All staff were excellent friendly and efficient
The rooms were well appointed great Sky options good parking and well groomed rooms
10/10
Exceptional
15 Jan 2026
Anthony
All staff were friendly from reception to cleaning staff.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
17 Dec 2025
Caz
Grsat with pets
10/10
Exceptional
22 Sep 2025
Michael
we were in a unit that was upstairs and i thought that i had requested a downstairs unit , which was inconvenient as my partner had 3 heavy suitcases and i was incapable to do any heavy lifting
8/10
Excellent
25 Aug 2025
Ashlee
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8/10
Excellent
29 Jul 2025
Sarah
We were given an upgrade to a 2bedroom unit which was great on space and had an oven as well as microwave. Pak n Save a short drive away. The rooms were comfortable and clean, easy to keep warm. I was very pleased to see recycling in place. The bed was massive and comfortable - the only negative was the electric blanket might have been a smaller size as the cord was right where my elbow lay, but there was plenty space to move away from it. We would stay again
Business_and_leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
16 Feb 2025
GRAHAM
Great , clean and handy accommodation
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jan 2025
Brigette
Wonderful service and perfect rooms for a quiet stay
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Dec 2024
Kendall
Our family had a great stay. The owners/ staff were incredibly welcoming and accommodating. Very good value for money - we stayed in the 1 bedroom. Also loved that it was pet friendly with park just behind motel for running our dog around. Would definitely stay again.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
17 Dec 2024
Colleen
A convenient location and lovely room. We enjoyed the upgrade thank you!
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
28 Nov 2024
Elizabeth
Quiet, friendly motel, lovely service, great beds, well maintained grounds.
A couple of the bedside drawers were broken and the fridge was loud.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
26 Sep 2024
Ling
Perfect for what we needed as an overnight stay en route to Nelson from Dunedin. Impeccably clean, responsive and accomodating owners. Great stay and spacious rooms. Would highly recommend.
Business_and_leisure
10/10
Exceptional
16 Sep 2024
sheena
Lovely spacious unit.
Bed very comfortable and great shower
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 May 2024
Ian D
The hosts provided a laundry service, as well as all the other things New Zealand motels provide. It wss close th the airport snd the supermarkets and ideally suited to hettong on thr Chtistchurch motorwayd
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
26 Mar 2024
Sue
Lovely owners
Leisure Family
6/10
Pleasant
19 Mar 2024
Claire
Beds were very uncomfortable, the house keeping was a bit inconsistent some days freash towels, some beds were made I guess it depended who was one, also parking was confusing most places have designated car parks a couple times we came back and there was no where to park, overall was pretty average.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
13 Mar 2024
Lynette
Was enjoyable stay.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
05 Mar 2024
Nancy
Very friendly helpful owners. Great location for airport. Easy walk to local pub and small eateries.Comfortable, great choice.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Feb 2024
Gloria
Staff it’s amazing family room it was good we stay one night only but comfy beds so we’ll stay again
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jan 2024
Douglas
Great place to stay, very friendly owners.
Leisure Pet
10/10
Exceptional
02 Dec 2023
Marsha
Lovely hosts and a great atmosphere. Awesome big units. Will definitely stay again :)
8/10
Excellent
16 Oct 2023
Tasha
Lovely warm inviting property. Had all the comforts and the price was such a bargain
Took our dog with us and
10/10
Exceptional
10 Oct 2023
Sarah
Very friendly owners and dogs are most welcome
Leisure Pet
6/10
Pleasant
19 Sep 2023
Marie-Jose P
This stay was mostly good but the unit was too cold.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Aug 2023
Christine
Plenty of room with full kitchen.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jul 2023
Mike
Very accomodating friendly and helpful. We'll be back
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jul 2023
Peter
Our hosts at Garden City went above and beyond to provide us with early access to our unit so that we could prepare for a family funeral nearby. They were friendly and welcoming and made us feel at home.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
12 Apr 2023
Courtney
Unit could do with a refresh but was suitable for our 2 night stay. Staff were lovely. Would be nice to get a top up of Milk on 2nd day. Only 4 chairs for dining table so with a family of 5 someone had to sit elsewhere to eat.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
28 Feb 2023
Nadia
Very much enjoyed my stay, the owners were super nice and caring definitely would stay again.
Leisure Friends
8/10
Excellent
16 Feb 2023
Philip
Good location and friendly and helpful hosts.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Feb 2023
Cynthia
Great owners, very helpful.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Feb 2023
Amy
Nice location, lovely room! Everything was there that we needed, sink in the bathroom had some dirty marks in it but apart from that minor detail everything was great!
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
29 Jan 2023
Kevin
M
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jan 2023
Corinne
Rooms were a little old fashioned in styling but were really good. Had decent shower pressure, shower is also massive but could do with a little more bathroom storage.
Rooms are spacious with comfortable beds and enough space to move around. Got air conditioning and rooms are soundproofed. Barely heard any cars on the main road. Staff are absolutely lovely. Would definitely stay again
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
12 Dec 2022
Evie
Old decor but clean and very spacious. Friendly staff and short drive from city centre and shops
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Aug 2022
Chris
Service was lovely, will be back again! Only note was that there were little spots of mould in one of the bedrooms and bathrooms - just needs a wipe :)
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Oct 2021
Janine
Lovely friendly people
Business_and_leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
14 Feb 2021
Verified traveler
easy access and friendly management made our stay comfortable
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
12 May 2020
Verified traveler
Good sized unit, set back from road and very quiet.
Business_and_leisure
10/10
Exceptional
29 Mar 2020
Verified traveler
The owners are very king, generous and available. They upgraded our room and they helped us by taking us to the airport to take back our luggage.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jan 2020
Ann-Maree
Awesome place to stay, will come again.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
29 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
It was a great price and nice big room. Would stay there again
Friends_and_family Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2019
Verified traveler
there was nothing to dislike but a small suggestion would be a clock radio
Business_and_leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 May 2019
Brent

A place with everything right about it

Great accomodation, fantastic value for money, friendly and accomodating owners. Made me feel like a wanted guest!!!
10/10
Exceptional
30 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Wonderful unit and great location. We will definitely like to stay here again on our next visit to Christchurch.
Leisure Family_with_children
8/10
Excellent
26 Apr 2019
Verified traveler
Lovely friendly staff, good size units, clean, everything you needed. Would stay again :-)
Friends_and_family Family_with_children
6/10
Pleasant
31 Mar 2019
Verified traveler
It was ok but a bit rundown - could barely get the key to work.
Family
8/10
Excellent
01 Mar 2019
M E

Stay here

Everything you need for a three night stay clean tidy and good area of town
10/10
Exceptional
24 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
Stayed for second time and all was fine again.
Parking is a bit of a problem when full but managed.
10/10
Exceptional
14 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
Nice clean motel. Friendly staff. Everything was fine. Beautiful muffins for breakfast. Taps in bathroom sink could have been a combo tap.
10/10
Exceptional
08 Feb 2019
Verified traveler
We had a good stay again, the wifi is fast
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jan 2019
Verified traveler
Only spent a short time hear but wish it could have been longer thanks the the owners.
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jan 2019
Verified traveler
Hands down the best place we have stayed with our family. Fantastic owners that made everything so easy. Highly recommended this place for anyone looking to stay in christurch.
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jan 2019
Mick
What a great find. The owners were so kind. I got a free upgrade and it was such a nice room. I wish i had stayed here at the start of my trip rather than on the last day. Would definitely stay again the next time i am in Christchurch.
10/10
Exceptional
07 Dec 2018
Verified traveler
Convenient location, all very helpful and pleasant staff, helping with enquiries, making suggestions for visits, very comfortable, very clean unit, my stay was very enjoyable thank you
10/10
Exceptional
06 Dec 2018
Verified traveler
Would totally recommend this motel, the unit was very spacious, spotless, excellent linen & every thing you could want.
8/10
Excellent
27 Sep 2018
Brent
No wi fi was a bit of a let down . But overall a good stay. Would stsy again.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Aug 2018
Verified traveler

A great family motel with young kids to stay!

The motel room we booked had 4 single beds and a king bed which perfectly suit our family of 5 people. The hotel manager provided an oil heater for our kids room. We would come back again.
6/10
Pleasant
20 Jul 2018
Verified traveler

Travel

A very nostalgic place to put out head for the night - facilities to cook is handy
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2018
Lloyd

Great Pet Friendly Motel

We travel with our dog so it is great to find a reasonably priced motel who have very friendly staff and a warm comfortable room. It isn’t the Hilton but it is clean and had a super king bed which you could snuggle up in and luxuriate in. It could do with a little updating but for the price it was excellent. Would stay again.
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jun 2018
Brian

Comfortable and affordable motel handy to shopping

It was a little like \"coming home\" having stayed here for 3 nights a week earlier. Being upgraded to a larger room was a lovely touch and we appreciated it.
8/10
Excellent
20 May 2018
Brian

Spacious and comfortable in excellent position

It was comfortable, clean and close to shopping, airport and main road north. Excellent large shower and comfortable bed. Very adequate heating.
Family
8/10
Excellent
22 Apr 2018
April

clean and friendly.

We never stay anywhere else when in Christchurch. Very welcoming to not just us but our wee dog too, It's terrific.
10/10
Exceptional
20 Mar 2018
Terry

A \"must stay\" place

Fantastic couple who manage this motel. Nothing is too much trouble!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Dec 2017
Maurice

Fantastic

Very impressed with all aspects
Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Apr 2017
Josheel

Awesome service

Very happy with the cleanliness and the size of the room. Front desk service was awesome. Thank you for the great facilities and warm welcome. I would recommend this motel to everyone.
Family
6/10
Pleasant
01 Mar 2017
Verified traveler
Hotel okay for one night stay and not too far from airport. Room very cramped though so would not stay for more than one night. Could hear traffic on busy main road but this may have just been location of our room. Others seemed further away from road. Man on reception was very friendly and gave us lots of info and tips on area and money off voucher for local pub restaurant, very nice food.
4/10
Poor
03 Oct 2016
Verified traveler

'Reserving the right'

We arrived to find that the two bedroom unit we had reserved had been given to another client as the manager 'reserves the right' to do this. We were put into a one bedroom unit with another bed in the TV area. While it was clean and comfortable, it was not what we asked for and were looking forward to.
6/10
Pleasant
23 Jun 2016
carol

average stay. Minimal parking. Low end facilities

Due to the position of the bed next to an a frame ceiling I continually banged my head dispute ducking, an average motel, older fittings some loose
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jan 2016
Martin

Lovely base for the end of our trip

Warm and friendly welcome, nice motel nice location not far from city centre. Also handy for the really outstanding Willowbank wildlife park.
6/10
Pleasant
12 Jan 2016
Verified traveler
The room was too small, no space for luggage and our stuff

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Garden City Motel
Main North Road 242, 242, Christchurch, New Zealand

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