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City Centre Motel

4.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Cathedral Square

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City Centre Motel, located in Cathedral Square, offers a quiet escape amidst the action. Guests enjoy WiFi in their rooms or relax on the garden terrace. The staff receives consistent praise, and practical amenities like dry cleaning and car rentals make exploring hassle-free.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec

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Room options

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Studio (Queen)

Studio (Queen)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Sofa bed - single
Private bathroom
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Sofa bed
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchenette

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate sitting area
Separate dining area
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Heating
Crib/infant bed
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate sitting area
Separate dining area
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Heating
Crib/infant bed
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 2 King Beds

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Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Separate sitting area
Separate dining area
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Heating
Crib/infant bed
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Compact Studio | Private kitchenette

Compact Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Two Bedroom Apartment

Separate dining area
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 5

Large One Bedroom Apartment

Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4

One Bedroom Apartment

Separate dining area
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3

Small Studio

Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2

Studio

Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Heating
Crib/infant bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
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About the area

Map
876 Colombo St, Christchurch, 8013

What's nearby

  • Christchurch Casino - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Isaac Theatre Royal - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hagley Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cathedral Square - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 13 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pure - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Guardian Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bolina Indian Restaurant & Sweets - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Himalayas - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Diner 66 Christchurch - ‬9 min walk

About this property

City Centre Motel

Upscale motel near Cathedral Square
Located close to Isaac Theatre Royal and Canterbury Museum, City Centre Motel provides a terrace, a garden and a library. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and car hire on-site, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out
  • Express check-in, a lift and concierge services
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at City Centre Motel offer comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, kitchenettes and fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 8 to 16 for adults and NZD 8 to 16 for children

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • 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
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1999
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Rice cooker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
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
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 8 to 16 for adults and NZD 8 to 16 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 28
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 28
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.0 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 smoke detector

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

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

Property is also known as

City Centre Motel
City Centre Motel Christchurch
City Centre Christchurch
City Centre Motel Motel
City Centre Motel Christchurch
City Centre Motel Motel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

Is City Centre Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at City Centre Motel?

As of 7 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at City Centre Motel on 8 Dec 2025 start from NZ$164.51, 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 City Centre Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at City Centre Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at City Centre Motel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does City Centre Motel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of NZD 28 applies.

Where is City Centre Motel located?

Located in Christchurch City Centre, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Cathedral Square and Isaac Theatre Royal. Canterbury Museum and Christchurch Public Hospital are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

City Centre Motel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 323 out of 699 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 296 out of 699 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 699 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 699 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 699 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wieke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
perfect, clean, roomy facility at affordable price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, parking, comfortable bed
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Theresia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for a conference, easy walking distance to Te Pae, shops and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Managers of motel were friendly and easy to deal with making it all too easy. Price was good and we enjoyed our stay. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean well located motel. Easy parking, walkable to centre of christchurch, near restaurants and bars. Bed was comfy, reasonably quiet considering building works nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Leonard

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

2 night stay

Business and sporting weekend Comfy large room
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

bev

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great shower
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

anni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to park, easy check in and out
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and clean, good location, friendly staff and helpful. M jasim.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the city center with some good dining options close by. On site parking available and friendly staff to welcome us
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly and accommodating staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property within easy walking distance of the city centre. It was perfect for the two concerts I was attending.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

FLEUR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff incredibly helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cloe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Big rooms with lots of space and comfortable bed. Easy check in and friendly owner who kindly stored luggage the next day. Really great value and highly recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and clean room. Bed was very comfortable. Hotel manager was really friendly and easy to talk to. Easy walk to food and town center.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and warm for winter. Walking distance to everything you need
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Ng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
living space is big enough, clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very handy location. Consumables replaced daily. Excellent value.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yi Hsien

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

Comfortable stay

Spacious apartment to stay in. Heater for towels in washroom. Free Netflix to watch in room. Continental breakfast was simple but good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

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

Home away from home

I enjoyed my stay other than the stairs which was my fault for not requesting no stairs. Staff were all wonderful, kitchen amenities very good. Didn't have stove top or rice cooker which was listed. Shower had great pressure. Very handy to shops and bus system. Ideal for my needs and budget.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yilin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are friendly and helpful. We borrowed an outlet adapter from them as ours didn’t work in NZ. We have asked our tour guide to return it to the hotel as the tour guide couldn’t stop at the hotel location. We hope he’ll return the adapter to the hotel soon. Thank you City Center Hotel for your kind help and understanding! Next time when we come to Christchurch, we’ll stay with you again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Md Mejbah Udddin

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Honestly over all we had horrible experiences during our staying period . Bed and sofa is not comfortable at all and allso very smelly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

andre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
As expected

6/10 Okay

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We check out after the first night ( we paid for two nights). We asked for 3 beds got one bed and a soft bed. Room smelled of cigarettes and uncomfortable. Guest in room next door were arguing and cry most of the night.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022