Athena Motel & Apartments

4.5 star property
Motel with free parking, steps from Westfield Riccarton Mall

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Garden
Living room
Interior entrance
Balcony
Private kitchenette
Athena Motel & Apartments offers a quiet escape in Riccarton with a peaceful garden for relaxation. Guests can handle work tasks at the business center and stay connected with free WiFi. The property's convenient location is consistently praised by previous guests.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$136
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct

Room options

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Queen Bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
2 bedrooms
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (1 Night in Christchurch..)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

One Bedroom Plus (2 Level Apartment 6)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
TV
2 bedrooms
Pillow-top bed
Hairdryer
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Studio with Balcony,Shower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (Corporate Townhouse)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
TV
  • 200 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Red Dot Deal 9)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Pillow-top bed
2 bedrooms
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Executive Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Executive Studio Spec 8)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Emirates Special 5)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Pillow-top bed
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • 75 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Riccarton, a neighbourhood in Christchurch, is home to Athena Motel & Apartments. Christchurch Gondola and Lyttelton Harbour are worth exploring if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riverside Market. Riccarton House and University of Canterbury are two other places to visit that come recommended.
Map
160 Riccarton Road, Christchurch, 8004

What's nearby

  • Westfield Riccarton Mall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University of Canterbury - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hagley Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Christchurch Botanic Gardens - 8 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 3 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jamaica Blue - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Drexels - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Khmer Satay Noodle House - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Athena Motel & Apartments

Motel near Westfield Riccarton Mall
Located close to Riccarton House and University of Canterbury, Athena Motel & Apartments provides a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services and a business centre. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket information and a nature reserve
  • Luggage storage and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Athena Motel & Apartments offer comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as sound-insulated walls and WiFi.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi; wired internet (NZD 5 per night)

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: NZD 15 to 20 for adults and NZD 16 to 18 for children

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Digital channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 60.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: NZD 200.00 per day

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 15 to 20 for adults and NZD 16 to 18 for children
  • Fee for wired Internet in public areas: NZD 5.00 per night (rates may vary)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 60.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
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
Alcohol is not served at this property

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Athena Motel & Apartments pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Athena Motel & Apartments?

As of 19 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Athena Motel & Apartments on 30 Sept 2025 start from NZ$135.66, 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 Athena Motel & Apartments?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Athena Motel & Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Athena Motel & Apartments?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Athena Motel & Apartments located?

Located in Riccarton, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Westfield Riccarton Mall, Riccarton House and University of Canterbury. Hagley Park and Christchurch Botanic Gardens are also within 2 mi (3 km). Christchurch Railway Station is 24 minutes by foot.

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