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Riccarton Motor Lodge

3.5-star property
214 Riccarton Road, Christchurch, 0508 053 286
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4.5 out of 5
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"Excellent. Had everything we needed. Very comfortable bed and lovely shower and spa bath. Great location. " More

By a verified traveller on Sun 03 Mar 2024

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Hotel Description

Riccarton Motor Lodge places you steps from Riccarton Road and within a 10-minute stroll of University of Canterbury. Highlights at this motel include free self parking, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi.

This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff. There's also limited parking, along with the convenience of a free casino shuttle.

Within a 30-minute drive of this 3.5-star Riccarton motel, attractions include Lyttelton Harbour and Sumner Beach.

Studio

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
NZ$128* Per night/room 28 Apr. - 29 Apr.

Room, 1 Bedroom

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Executive Studio

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Two Bedroom Unit

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

Riccarton Motor Lodge ratings based on 71 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.5 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Riccarton Motor Lodge

Everyone (33) Couples (14) Family (19)
5 out of 5
Excellent. Had everything we needed. Very comfortable bed and lovely shower and spa bath. Great location.

Posted by on 3 Mar. 2024

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3 Mar. 2024 by Greg

glad you enjoyed your stay hope we can welcome you again

5 out of 5
The hosts were very welcoming and helpful.The beds were very comfortable and very quiet in the accomodation.We all loved the bathroom.

Posted by on 22 Feb. 2024

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22 Feb. 2024 by Maureen

Thank you so much John. We are very happy to hear you all enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again soon.Kind regardsThe Team at Riccarton Motor Lodge

5 out of 5
Location was good. Close to major mall.

Posted by on 15 Feb. 2024

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15 Feb. 2024 by Greg

Thanks Baz it was good to have you here, enjoy your travels.RegardsGreg and the team

5 out of 5
Good kiwi hospitality, even chelsea sugar and a shortbread biscuit in complimentary box. Lovely host.

Posted by on 14 Jan. 2024

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14 Jan. 2024 by Greg

It was our pleasure to have you stay with us, thank you for your kind words & review , hope to see you again at Riccarton Motor Lodge

4 out of 5
The gentleman at reception was very helpful when we asked if we could check-in a few hours earlier & the accommodation was perfect for what we needed it for which was a quick overnight, early start stay. We were happy

Posted by on 23 Dec. 2023

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23 Dec. 2023 by Greg

We were happy to accommodate your early arrival and are pleased you had a good experience and were comfortable in the 2 bedroom unit.Kind regardsGregRiccarton Motor Lodge

4 out of 5
Nice place to stay, good sized rooms, the whole unit was a good size. Would stay here again.

Posted by on 17 Dec. 2023

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23 Dec. 2023 by Greg

Thank you for your comments, it was good to hear you had a comfortable stay and we look forward to welcoming you back.RegardsThe Riccarton Motor Lodge Team

5 out of 5

Posted by on 18 Nov. 2023

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19 Nov. 2023 by Greg

Thanks for your great review

5 out of 5
No hesitation in staying again and recommending to others.

Posted by on 6 Nov. 2023

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6 Nov. 2023 by Maureen

Hi there PaulThank you so much for your great review and excellent feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back!RegardsThe Riccarton Motor Lodge Team

5 out of 5
Great place to stay and good value. I have stayed here 4 times in the last 6 months and would recommend it

Posted by on 30 Aug. 2023

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31 Aug. 2023 by Maureen

Hi KimThank you so much for your great review, the team work hard to make our guests' stays truly comfortable and its so nice to know it is genuinely appreciated.We look forward to welcoming you back soon.Kind regardsThe RML Team

5 out of 5
A tidy property that is handy and a good price

Posted by on 25 Jun. 2023

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25 Jun. 2023 by Greg

Thanks for your review , hope to see you again at some future time.Regards

About the Riccarton Motor Lodge

Location 214 Riccarton Road, Christchurch, 8041

Property Features

Riccarton Motor Lodge offers its guests tour/ticket assistance, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Riccarton Motor Lodge also features dry cleaning/laundry services and express check-out. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. This 3.5-star Christchurch motel is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2004
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchenette
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking , Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Train station: Christchurch Railway Station (2.7 km / 1.7 mi)
  • Property shuttles: Free casino shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Riccarton Motor Lodge offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and hair dryers. 41-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local, long-distance, and international calls are all complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • In-room kitchenette
  • IPod dock
  • LCD television
  • Satellite channels
  • Premium channels
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Stove
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenware
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • International calls (free)
  • Long distance calls (free)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 9:00 PM

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.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property 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 information and lockbox information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per night.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No lifts
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Front desk opens daily at 7:30 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 9:00 PM
  • Debit cards
  • UnionPay
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • LGBTQIA friendly
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

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

You should know

  • 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 rating system.

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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.