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Ashford Motor Lodge

4.0 star property
Family-friendly motel in Christchurch with free parking

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living area
Property entrance
Superior Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Courtyard View | Private kitchen
Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$143
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug

Room options

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LCD TV, DVD player

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Superior Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Courtyard View

Superior Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Courtyard View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Sofa Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 Single Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed
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About the area

Map
35 Papanui Road, Christchurch, 8014

What's nearby

  • Hagley Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Christchurch Casino - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cathedral Square - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 6 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The George - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sprig + Fern Merivale - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Bog Irish Bar & Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Boo Radley's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tudors Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Ashford Motor Lodge

Upscale eco-certified motel located in Merivale
At Ashford Motor Lodge, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge) and an off-lead area
  • Free newspapers, a front desk safe and barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Ashford Motor Lodge include amenities, such as free WiFi, safes and free newspapers.
Other amenities include:
  • Childcare services and free infant beds
  • Grab bars near toilets and raised toilet seats
  • LCD TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Kitchenettes, fridges and microwaves

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.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 3:00 AM to 3:00 PM for a fee: USD 7.50 to 15.50 for adults and USD 7.50 to 15.50 for children

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • DVD player
  • Free cot
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
An off-lead area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 7.50 to 15.50 for adults and USD 7.50 to 15.50 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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

Ashford Lodge
Ashford Motor Christchurch
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Frequently asked questions

Does Ashford Motor Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Ashford Motor Lodge?

As of 7 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ashford Motor Lodge on 6 Aug 2025 start from NZ$143.07, 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.

Is Ashford Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Ashford Motor Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ashford Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Ashford Motor Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Ashford Motor Lodge located?

Located in Merivale, this family-friendly Christchurch motel is steps away from Papanui Road and Bealey Avenue. Victoria Street and Merivale Mall are also within 10 minutes.

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Ashford Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 395 out of 699 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 241 out of 699 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 699 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 699 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 699 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Been staying here for years always well presented and good value
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

CHRISTINA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the cleanliness and the space to move around. A couple of things could have done with a bit of updating, otherwise very comfortable and ideal for a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at Ashford Motor Lodge! The staff are very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tireece

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Good parking area. Nice big bathroom. Was perfect for us.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

sheena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean spacious unit
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay, it is extremely clean, large, comfy place to stay with our large dog. A home away from home with a great outdoor dog area. Handy to everything, will definitely stay again. highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my time at Ashford. The pool was a godsend on a couple of hot days, only comment would be air conditioning would be a nice addition
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather and Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As advertised. Close to CBD. Within walking distance to shops, bars, & restaurants. Worth staying at. Not far from Art Centre, Botanical gardens, Mona Vale & Hagley Park.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accomodation, everything you need. Comfortable and clean, easy check in and check out. Would happily stay again 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Anne

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Broken glass left in kitchen, broken shower door, tv didn’t work!! But clean and staff tried to sort out tv but couldn’t.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property for families. The suite was clean and comfortable with easy access to the shops and restaurants. Highly recommend and will book again when visiting Christchurch.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Great location, friendly staff and very happy with our room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a quick stay for us to be close to the airport for an early morning flight. We were pleasantly surprised by how well it worked out: Staff was very nice, the space was good for a family of 5 (or larger), and the beds were comfortable with heated mattress pads! The kitchen area is not large, so it's best for short stays or people not planning on doing tons of cooking. We were happy with our stay for the price point especially!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Lana

Liked: Cleanliness
A nice property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen and Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Big comfortable room, beautifully renovated, close to good cafes etc. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location good size nice and quiet enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lachlan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We could not fault this property! Our unit was immaculately clean, beautifully presented and very quiet. The location is great - handy to the city, many shopping and dining options and Hagley Park a wonderful Christchurch gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice big room, and handy to lots of amenties.we were very satisfied with our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice modernised appartments, mezzanine two bed apartments are really cool, clean but only just but not a deal breaker . Staff very efficient so overall really good highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very handy walkable to the city and restaurants together with reasonable tariff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the pool area. nice comfortable rooms. Staff were very good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Dr Sureshbabu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, friendly customer service, clean and spacious unit.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024