Academy Lodge Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Ashburton with free parking

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Reception
Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible | Terrace/patio
Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible
Comfort Studio, 1 Queen Bed | Private kitchen
Deluxe Apartment | Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$116
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct

Explore the area

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782 East St, Ashburton, Canterbury, 7700
  • Place, Ashburton Domain
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Trott's Garden
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Hood
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Studio, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Portable fan
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Studio, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Portable fan
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Ashburton

At Academy Lodge Motel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Ashburton Domain and Historic Art Gallery and Museum. Highlights at this motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and express check-in. Added amenities include laundry facilities and express check-out. .With a stay at this Netherby motel, you'll be 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Ashburton Aviation Museum and 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Trott's Garden.

What's nearby

  • Ashburton Domain - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Historic Art Gallery and Museum - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Trott's Garden - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Ashburton Aviation Museum - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Lake Hood - 18 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Msa - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Formosa Modern Asian Cuisine - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Bedrock Bar and Stonegrill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Black & White Coffee Cartel - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Academy Lodge Motel

Motel in Ashburton with free parking
Academy Lodge Motel offers its guests a garden, laundry facilities, and express check-in. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Ashburton motel.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Academy Lodge Motel offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and portable fans. Beds feature premium bedding. Kitchens offer stovetops, microwaves, separate dining areas and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). 43-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Separate dining area
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 20 per pet, per day (maximum NZD 50 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: NZD 20 per pet, per day (maximum NZD50 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.0 per day

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

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
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, debit cards and cash.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Academy Lodge Motel Motel
Academy Lodge Motel Ashburton
Academy Lodge Motel Motel Ashburton

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Academy Lodge Motel?

Yep, Academy Lodge Motel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Academy Lodge Motel?

As of 30 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Academy Lodge Motel on 9 Oct 2025 start from NZ$116.00, 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.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Academy Lodge Motel?

No, Academy Lodge Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Academy Lodge Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.