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The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge

3.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Air Force Museum of New Zealand

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The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge is near the University of Canterbury. Guests enjoy a pleasant garden, a coffee shop, and two stylish bars for unwinding. The on-site Hoofbeats Restaurant serves meals from breakfast to dinner, with indoor and outdoor seating available.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$114
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Map
118 Racecourse Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, 8042

What's nearby

  • Riccarton Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Air Force Museum of New Zealand - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • University of Canterbury - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Hagley Park - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • International Antarctic Centre - 7 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 12 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪186 Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Avonhead Tavern and One Good Horse Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cameron Family Restaurant - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Russley Fish Supply - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge

Motel near University of Canterbury
Located close to Air Force Museum of New Zealand and Riccarton House, The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Hoofbeats Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and al fresco dining. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and 2 bars.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property, a front desk safe and luggage storage
  • ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge include amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and free infant beds

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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

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Carbine Lounge Bar
  • Hoofbeats Restaurant
  • Sports Bar

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

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 (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternative location: [Sports Bar]
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 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, 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 not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Racecourse Motorlodge
Racecourse Motorlodge Christchurch
The Racecourse & Motorlodge
The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge Motel
The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge Christchurch
The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge Motel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

Is The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge?

As of 7 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge on 9 Nov 2025 start from NZ$113.74, 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 The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge located?

Located in Sockburn, this motel is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Air Force Museum of New Zealand and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from University of Canterbury. Riccarton House and International Antarctic Centre are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 389 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 168 out of 389 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 389 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 389 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 389 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here many times and have been really happy with everything
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Doreen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable accommodation great raffles in bar Friday evening good restaurant also
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great food, lovely clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently situated, and very pleasant accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Staff & service
Popular stay with truck drivers. Good meal options & great morning coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Comfortable and warm. Extra blanket would be helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

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

Excellent

Great room, great bed and a bath. Pub and restaurant on site, close to airport. Excellent value.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for a quick trip to chch, room was clean, parking right at the door. Comfy beds! Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

M E

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

Great Deal

Great value booking through Hotels.com
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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

Great value motel

We’ve stayed here multiple times and it’s always the same great value accommodation. It’s a no-frills type of motel but it’s very budget friendly and offers clean spacious rooms with comfy beds, hot showers, and free parking while being only about a 10min drive to the CBD. Definitely recommend to anyone who’s looking for a budget friendly place to get a good sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property is conveniently located and offers very good value for money. Great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fantastic stay-really nice property, friendly staff, great location, great food. Big room with everything that was needed, daily servicing and warm and comfy. would definiely stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient - close to Christchurch airport. After hours check in as promise. Simple, functional room and good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location for industrial area. Good restaurant and great service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Recommend

Great price
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Giz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value. Clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super easy in and out.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Mele

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean and tidy. There's restraunt available on side. Across from the Racecourse park where Racecourse flea market take place. Close to a dairy and not too far feom the airport.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clen and tidy, easy check in. Couldnt open door when got back late at night but staff sorted another key quickly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good Location

Good location for what we needed. Quite noisy with people coming and going through the night. It was very clean, very strong smell of bleach.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for one night before an early international flight. Clean & comfortable. Ten minute taxi ride to airport.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

A W

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

Old school motel.

This is an old school motel. Nothing flash but all the basics of a hotel room is there. Quiet location in a residential area opposite the racecourse was great. Traditional sports bar and restraunt on site also makes it worthwhile.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023