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298 Westside Motor Lodge

4.5 star property
Eco-certified motel in Christchurch with free parking

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BBQ/picnic area
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living room
Exterior
Standard Studio | Private kitchen
Located on Riccarton Road, 298 Westside Motor Lodge offers peaceful gardens and practical amenities. Enjoy WiFi, a bar/deli for refreshments, and dry cleaning services. Past visitors consistently praise the helpful staff who enhance the stay experience.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$121
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept

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Room options

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Standard Studio

Standard Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Shower/bath combination
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Select Comfort beds, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Apartment, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Basic Apartment, Multiple Beds | Private kitchen

Basic Apartment, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Select Comfort bed
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Studio (Spa)

Executive Studio (Spa)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Hairdryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Select Comfort beds, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
  • 50 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
  • 42 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (Spa) | Living area

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (Spa)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
  • 60 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed, 3 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed
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About the area

Upper Riccarton, a neighbourhood in Christchurch, is home to 298 Westside Motor Lodge. Riccarton Road and Westfield Riccarton Mall are worth visiting if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hagley Park and New Brighton Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Wolfbrook Arena.
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Map
298 Riccarton Road, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch, 8041

What's nearby

  • Riccarton Road - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • University of Canterbury - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Westfield Riccarton Mall - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Wolfbrook Arena - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Hagley Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 5 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pothichor - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ngon Ngon Bánh Mì Café - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dubba Dubba - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Culture - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tandoori Palace - ‬8 min walk

About this property

298 Westside Motor Lodge

Eco-certified motel near Riccarton Road
Located close to University of Canterbury and Westfield Riccarton Mall, 298 Westside Motor Lodge provides a garden, a hair salon and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free in-room WiFi and a snack bar/deli are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out
  • Express check-in, tour/ticket information and barbecues
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at 298 Westside Motor Lodge include comforts, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Separate sitting areas, kitchens and fridges

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10 AM for a fee: NZD 18 for adults and NZD 10 for children
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 30
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 15.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 18 for adults and from NZD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 30 (subject to availability)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 15.0 per night

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

You need to know

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
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is 298 Westside Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 298 Westside Motor Lodge?

As of 7 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 298 Westside Motor Lodge on 8 Sept 2025 start from NZ$120.97, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at 298 Westside Motor Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at 298 Westside Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of NZD 30 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at 298 Westside Motor Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee.

Does 298 Westside Motor Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of NZD 60 per vehicle applies.

Where is 298 Westside Motor Lodge located?

Located in Upper Riccarton, this eco-certified motel is within a 10-minute walk of Riccarton Road and University of Canterbury. Westfield Riccarton Mall and Hagley Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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298 Westside Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 196 out of 372 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 148 out of 372 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 372 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 372 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 372 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice tidy property central to a lot of shops etc
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

T

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms clean beds comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet, easy parking, staff were very polite and helpful
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Conagh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed over night but was excellent for what we wanted
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Christchurch airport for last night of our South Island adventure . Lovely quiet room with an awesome bed & spa bath . Nice 👍
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Vish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Relatively small place for the family with a kid
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Will definitely stay again

An excellent facility and friendly service.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Zaraf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

MALCOLM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean, Comfortable and Well Equipped.

I can't fault the hotel.. Its the second time I have used it and when I come over again from the U.K to see my brother in Christchurch I'll use the same hotel. Its clean, comfortable and well equipped and the staff are friendly. And considering it is on a main road it is very quiet
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aliitasi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you very mych Westside Motel, see you soon
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable unit.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff extremely helpful and pleasant. Room and linen felt clean. Parking ok for smallish vehicle.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Clean, comfortable beds, had everything we needed as a family of 6
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wilson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly located. Flexible Checkin as we arrived very early in the morning and Vivian allowed a late checkout which was very nice of her. We would be happy to return.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were fantastic, and always ready to help, will certainly return
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to key shopping areas. Our room was right next to a major road. It was a little loud. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Doug

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly owners and very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location with plenty of facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location and quite.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable great for families.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and warm loved it all
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you so very much for your kindness support and hospitality. Highly appreciated and recommend 😊😊😊
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay close to the university of Canterbury. Very helpful and courteous staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024