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6 Nov - 8 Nov
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13 Nov - 15 Nov

Our top choices for Waimairi Beach cheap hotels

A modern building with a 'Garden Hotel' sign and a 'garden bar cafe' sign.

1. Garden Hotel Christchurch

Garden Hotel Christchurch
3.5 star property
5.1 km from Waimairi Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (662 reviews)
"A comfortable stay, great sized rooms"
Australia
Hayley
The price is NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Garden Hotel Christchurch
A hotel room with a bed, a small bedside table, a mirror, an air conditioning unit, and a door leading to another room.

2. Cranford Oak Motel

Cranford Oak Motel
3.0 star property
Saint Albans, 7.4 km from Waimairi Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (349 reviews)
"Beds were comfy and it was nice and quiet."
Australia
Graham
The price is NZ$122
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Cranford Oak Motel
A modern lobby with a yellow sectional sofa, green ottomans, and a wooden ceiling.

3. The Redwood Hotel

The Redwood Hotel
3.0 star property
7.8 km from Waimairi Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (359 reviews)
"Great place to stay very convenient"
United States
Ulavale
The price is NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
The Redwood Hotel
A modern bar area with a fireplace, seating, and a view of the outdoors.

4. Hotel Elms Christchurch, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hotel Elms Christchurch, an Ascend Collection Hotel
4.0 star property
8.9 km from Waimairi Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (759 reviews)
"Front desk staff when we checked in is helpful and friendly . Good location to find food nearby"
Singapore
Catherine
The price is NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Hotel Elms Christchurch, an Ascend Collection Hotel
A modern hotel with multiple floors, outdoor seating, and illuminated entryways.

5. V Motel

V Motel
3.0 star property
8.3 km from Waimairi Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (223 reviews)
"best place to stay with family"
Australia
kharmie
The price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
V Motel
A hotel room with a large scenic wall mural, a TV mounted on the wall, a bar area with stools, and a seating area with a chair and a small table.

6. Northwood Motor Lodge

Northwood Motor Lodge
3.5 star property
8.7 km from Waimairi Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (238 reviews)
"Clean and convenient."
United States
Ralph
The price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Northwood Motor Lodge
A building with a large tree in the front yard, a white exterior, and a balcony with railings.

7. Raceway Motel

Raceway Motel
3.0 star property
Addington, 11.8 km from Waimairi Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (426 reviews)
"For the price we paid it was a good motel and the staff were very helpful"
Australia
Alan
The price is NZ$128
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Raceway Motel
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a wardrobe, and an air conditioning unit.

8. Airport Gateway Christchurch

Airport Gateway Christchurch
3.5 star property
Burnside, 12.8 km from Waimairi Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Did its job, we needed to anchor down for the night before an early morning flight and it was super close to the airport and a comfy bed."
Australia
Kunal
The price is NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Airport Gateway Christchurch
A room with a red sofa, a wooden coffee table with a magazine and remote control, and large windows offering a view of a street and trees.

9. Parkview On Hagley

Parkview On Hagley
4.0 star property
Riccarton, 10.3 km from Waimairi Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (959 reviews)
"The property was clean, and the room was a good size, as per the website."
Australia
Stuart
The price is NZ$119
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Parkview On Hagley
A motel with a prominent 'C' sign, a 'Free WiFi' sign, and a 'No Parking' sign.

10. C Motel

C Motel
3.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre, 8.4 km from Waimairi Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (263 reviews)
"Great location."
Australia
Paula
The price is NZ$155
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
C Motel
A swimming pool with a hot tub and a covered seating area, surrounded by a white building with large windows and blue lighting.

11. Pavilions Hotel

Pavilions Hotel
4.0 star property
Merivale, 8.7 km from Waimairi Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Safe and clean"
Australia
Katie
The price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Pavilions Hotel
A row of modern waterfront homes with balconies, connected by a dock.

12. Peppers Clearwater Resort Christchurch

Peppers Clearwater Resort Christchurch
4.5 star property
9.9 km from Waimairi Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (748 reviews)
"I loved this place. It was absolutely stunning with the lake front view. Quiet and peaceful - exactly what I needed."
Australia
Muthuthantirige
The price is NZ$250
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Peppers Clearwater Resort Christchurch
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a coffee table.

13. Airport Christchurch Motel

Airport Christchurch Motel
4.5 star property
Burnside, 12.7 km from Waimairi Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (640 reviews)
"The whole unit was lovely"
Australia
Kay
The price is NZ$182
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Airport Christchurch Motel
A modern outdoor seating area with metal chairs and tables, a well-maintained lawn, and a building with large windows in the background.

14. Airport Delta Motel

Airport Delta Motel
3.0 star property
Burnside, 12.6 km from Waimairi Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (672 reviews)
"Location to airport, Symposium venue and Supermarket great."
Australia
Lynley
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Airport Delta Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

15. Southwark Hotel & Apartments

Southwark Hotel & Apartments
4.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre, 9.2 km from Waimairi Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (2,123 reviews)
"Lovely apartment and brilliant location."
Australia
Kelly
The price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Southwark Hotel & Apartments
A modern motel with a sign indicating it is the Airport Palms Motel.

16. Airport Palms Motel

Airport Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Burnside, 12.7 km from Waimairi Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Handy to the airport & easy to find Will definitely stay again"
Australia
Michelle
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Airport Palms Motel
A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a sign that reads 'RAMADA.'

17. Ramada Suites by Wyndham Christchurch City

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Christchurch City
4.0 star property
Christchurch City Centre, 9 km from Waimairi Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (863 reviews)
"Centrally located, easy walk to many of Christchurch’s downtown attractions."
Canada
Mark
The price is NZ$262
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Christchurch City
A landscaped garden with a paved walkway, surrounded by buildings with multiple windows and a dining area with outdoor seating.

18. Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton

Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton
4.0 star property
Riccarton, 10.1 km from Waimairi Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Room was clean with good amenities. Excellent and friendly staff. Plenty of parking."
Australia
Wayne
The price is NZ$321
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton
A modern house with a covered patio, a lawn, and a tree.

19. Carnmore Hagley Park

Carnmore Hagley Park
2.0 star property
Riccarton, 10.5 km from Waimairi Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (494 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and helpful., it was a comfortable stay, great to have free parking, cleaning needs more attention to detail"
Australia
Kylee
The price is NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Carnmore Hagley Park
A modern kitchen with a built-in stove, a refrigerator, and a window overlooking a garden.

20. Camelot Motor Lodge

Camelot Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Merivale, 8.7 km from Waimairi Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (797 reviews)
"Neat place to stay with a group of families as the kids enjoyed the trampoline. Nice and close to shops and places to eat. Property is a little dated and could do with a good thorough clean but was fine for us and we would stay again."
Australia
beaudine
The price is NZ$122
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Camelot Motor Lodge
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