311 Motel Riccarton

Property class: 3.5

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A modern motel with a sign indicating no vacancy.
A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a remote control on a glass coffee table.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.
A parking area with handicapped accessible spaces, a yellow car, and buildings with balconies.
A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a small desk with a chair.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$182
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept

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311 Riccarton Rd, Christchurch, 8041
  • Place, Riccarton Road
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bush Inn Centre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Canterbury
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Basic Studio, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Studio, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 70 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms

  • 70 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds OR 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Standard Apartment

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Standard Queen Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Luxury Apartment, Hot Tub

  • 70 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Christchurch

311 Motel Riccarton places you steps from Riccarton Road and within a short 5-minute stroll of Bush Inn Centre. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and Smart TVs. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a free food/drink shopping service and a terrace. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Upper Riccarton motel, attractions include Hagley Park and Lyttelton Harbour.

What's nearby

  • Riccarton Road - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Bush Inn Centre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Canterbury - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Westfield Riccarton Mall - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Riccarton House - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 5 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Joe's Garage - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ngon Ngon Banh Mi Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Culture - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Pi - ‬14 min walk

About this property

311 Motel Riccarton

There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at 311 Motel Riccarton. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Christchurch motel is smoke free.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 2016
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Food/drink service (free)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
311 Motel Riccarton offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 43-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix.

Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2016
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shared bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Contactless check-out

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

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.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • One child aged 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at 311 Motel Riccarton.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

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311 Riccarton

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311 Motel Riccarton Christchurch

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at 311 Motel Riccarton?

311 Motel Riccarton offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at 311 Motel Riccarton?

As of 12 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 311 Motel Riccarton on 19 Sept 2026 start from NZ$182, 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 parking available at 311 Motel Riccarton?

Yep, 311 Motel Riccarton has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to 311 Motel Riccarton?

The closest beach to 311 Motel Riccarton is New Brighton Beach (13.9 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at 311 Motel Riccarton?

No, 311 Motel Riccarton does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at 311 Motel Riccarton?

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

Are pets allowed at 311 Motel Riccarton?

No, pets are not allowed.

311 Motel Riccarton Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 201 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 75 out of 201 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 201 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 201 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 201 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good staff clean room
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and tidy and quiet. Staff were friendly and helpful. Great proximity to Canterbury Uni
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Easy stay, location great for sports fields and very clean!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacquie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and very clean. The staff were so accomodating to a request
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Govinda

Great place to stay .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good room and convenient to all shopping options including restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and tidy room, set back from road so noise was fine. Mall and food outlets both closeby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Leonora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is really nice and location is very convenient to where we are going.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Torika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff,nice bed and room
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to the University and easy transportation into the city. Very friendly staff and nice rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justine

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

Spotless and great location!

Amazingly clean and comfy motel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Prue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff and is very clean and quiet. The perfect place to stay when visiting children and Christchurch University.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shawna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great all round
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Chano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Mohammed

Liked: Cleanliness
rooms ok, reasonably clean, bed not very comfortable . take you own coffee ,tea and sugar as they only give you two of each and don't top up. If you ask they dont give anymore saying its only to drink one time at breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Felicity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff. Easy to access from road and close to shops and had some undercover parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really comfortable bed and spacious room
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable quiet well priced
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and owner who is extremely helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about the motel is ideal. Only issue is that there is no shelving to store bathroom items on ie Toilet bags.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
handy for airport and quiet
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was met by a lovely lady when we arrived. Even gave us an upgrade. Very accommodating and was very happy with accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were very friendly and accommodating. They allowed us to check in early when we arrived early without any issue
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great motel

Clean, quiet, comfortable. Friendly staff. Excellent bathroom and kitchen facilities. The only (tiny) issue is that it's very hard to turn right out onto Riccarton Rd (ie towards the city). We had to turn left then find a nearby street to turn around.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The service is inviting nice professional people and feeling welcomed I love this place clean and quiet great quality service.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023