COVID-19 alert: Travel requirements are changing rapidly, including need for pre-travel COVID-19 testing and quarantine on arrival.

Check restrictions for your trip.Opens in a new window
See all properties

Riccarton Motor Lodge

Photo gallery

Featured image
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Fridge, microwave, hob, electric kettle
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Overview of Riccarton Motor Lodge

Riccarton Motor Lodge

3.5 out of 5

4.6/5 Wonderful

Guests rated this property 4.7/5 for cleanliness.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Cleaning and safety practices

  • Cleaned with disinfectant
  • Hand sanitiser provided
  • Personal protective equipment

Explore the area

  • Popular LocationWestfield Riccarton Mall11 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Canterbury14 min walk
  • Popular LocationBush Inn Centre16 min walk
  • AirportChristchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)9 min drive

Choose dates to view prices

About this area

Christchurch

Riccarton Motor Lodge is located in Christchurch's Riccarton neighbourhood, a walkable area with great shopping. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Hagley Park and Christchurch Botanic Gardens, while Christchurch Gondola and Orana Wildlife Park are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at AMI Stadium or Addington Raceway. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby windsurfing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
Visit our Christchurch travel guideOpens in a new window
View more Motels in ChristchurchOpens in a new window
View map
Map
Popular Location

What's nearby

  • Westfield Riccarton Mall - 11 min walk
  • University of Canterbury - 14 min walk
  • Bush Inn Centre - 16 min walk
  • Addington Raceway - 4 min drive
  • Hillmorton Hospital - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 4 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • Park Ranger - 11 min walk
  • Velvet Burger - 11 min walk
  • Benson Chinese Restaurant - 13 min walk
  • Fox and Ferret - 13 min walk
  • Foo San - 14 min walk

About this property

Riccarton Motor Lodge

3.5-star Christchurch motel in Riccarton, near University of Canterbury
Along with dry cleaning, this smoke-free motel has laundry facilities and express check-out. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking and a free casino shuttle are also provided. Other amenities include tour/ticket assistance and multilingual staff. All 16 rooms have LCD TVs with satellite channels, and feature kitchenettes with fridges, hobs and microwaves. Guests will also find free WiFi, iPod docking stations and electric kettles.
Riccarton Motor Lodge offers 16 forms of air-conditioned accommodation with iPod docking stations and a hairdryer. 41-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Accommodation at this 3.5-star motel has kitchenettes with fridges, hobs, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; local, long-distance and international calls are all complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property

Social distancing

Contactless check-out
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Gives staff personal protective equipment worn by staff
Hand sanitiser provided
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • On-site parking includes off-street options
  • Free casino shuttle

Family friendly

  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Fridge

Conveniences

  • No lifts

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Languages spoken

  • Chinese
  • English
  • German

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility (select rooms)
  • Roll-in shower (select rooms)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Renovated entire property – August 2018
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • 41-inch LCD TV
  • iPod dock
  • Premium channels
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Fridge
  • Hob

More

  • Desk
  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone

Similar properties

See similar properties

Christchurch
Christchurch
Riccarton
Riccarton
3 star
3 star
Family-friendly
Family-friendly
Motel
Motel
Parking included
Parking included
Air conditioned
Air conditioned
Guest rating 4.5+
Guest rating 4.5+

Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 2:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 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 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)
Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per day

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at the time of service, check-in or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability, amount varies)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per day

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ friendly)

National rating

This property does not have a Qualmark® rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Riccarton Motor
Riccarton Motor Lodge
Riccarton Motor Lodge Motel
Riccarton Motor Lodge Christchurch
Riccarton Motor Lodge Motel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

4.6
Wonderful
Rating 5 - Excellent. 96 out of 144 reviews
5 - Excellent 67%
Rating 4 - Good. 41 out of 144 reviews
4 - Good 28%
Rating 3 - Okay. 4 out of 144 reviews
3 - Okay 3%
Rating 2 - Poor. 0 out of 144 reviews
2 - Poor 0%
Rating 1 - Terrible. 3 out of 144 reviews
1 - Terrible 2%

4.7/5

Cleanliness

4.7/5

Staff & service

4.5/5

Amenities

4.5/5

Property conditions & facilities
Write a review

5/5 Excellent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, very friendly. Found the rooms very clean and spacious. Perfect for our family of 4. Close to town and activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

5/5 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

5/5 Excellent

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent unit, very friendly and efficient service, helpful with our clothes washing needs. Perfect stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

5/5 Excellent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely clean and tidy room, and the friendly and engaging experience from the owner was amazing. Totally recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

5/5 Excellent

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and tidy place to stay. Good restaurant options right nearby but a decent walk from coffee in the morning!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021