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Airport Gateway Christchurch

Property class: 3.5

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a wardrobe, and an air conditioning unit.
A modern house with a patio, a sliding glass door, and a wooden pergola.
A bar area with stools, a counter, and a refrigerator stocked with bottles.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a faucet, and a backsplash with a mosaic tile pattern.
A compact living space with a kitchen, dining area, and seating.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$222
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

Explore the area

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45 Roydvale Avenue, Burnside, Christchurch, 8005
  • Place, Russley Golf Club
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Nunweek Park Hockey Field
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, International Antarctic Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪2 min drive‬

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A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a TV, and a chair.

Motel Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(162 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wooden door.

Motel 1 Bedroom Unit

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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A neatly made bed with white and brown linens, a bedside table with a lamp, and a mirror on the wall.

Motel 2 Bedroom Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and a door.

Motel 4 Bedroom Unit

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, multiple pillows, a headboard, and a window with curtains.

Hotel Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(48 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

Hotel Twin Studio

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 King Bed

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About the area

Christchurch

At Airport Gateway Christchurch you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Russley Golf Club and Nunweek Park. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a free airport shuttle. .The restaurant, Bar and Bistro, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Conference space and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of RV/bus/truck parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Burnside hotel include Hagley Park and Lyttelton Harbour.

What's nearby

  • Russley Golf Club - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mike Pero's Motorcycle Gallery - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nunweek Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Nunweek Park Hockey Field - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • International Antarctic Centre - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 15 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kendal Fish & Chips - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Sushi Platter - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Strange Bandit by Luciano - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Club - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Airport Gateway Christchurch

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. There's an onsite business centre.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Airport Gateway Christchurch. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Christchurch hotel is smoke free.

  • 72 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 7 buildings
  • Deli
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Airport Gateway Christchurch offers 72 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars (stocked with some free items) and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 65-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Christchurch hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 15.90 to 28.90 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bar and Bistro

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 7 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 65-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 30.0 per day.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 15.90 to 28.90 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property class

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Airport Gateway Christchurch?

Airport Gateway Christchurch offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Airport Gateway Christchurch?

As of 3 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Airport Gateway Christchurch on 30 Nov 2026 start from NZ$222, 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 Airport Gateway Christchurch?

Yep, Airport Gateway Christchurch has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Airport Gateway Christchurch?

The closest beach to Airport Gateway Christchurch is Sumner Beach (17.6 km).

Does Airport Gateway Christchurch serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order brekkie is on offer daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Airport Gateway Christchurch?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Airport Gateway Christchurch?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Airport Gateway Christchurch?

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

Are pets allowed at Airport Gateway Christchurch?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Airport Gateway Christchurch?

There isn't one on site, but Russley Golf Club is a short 8-minute walk away.

Airport Gateway Christchurch Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 679 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 236 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1007 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Love this place. Rooms are excellent. Beds are great. Tv is big. Restaurant is amazing. Airport transfer is excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice clean well appointed place ti stay close to airport , good value fir money
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff and convenient transportation to the airport
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent restaurant as well. Great food.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Solid place with a mix of room types and attentive staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent place to stay near airport with free shuttle and restaurant on site. Always have room warm when arriving in on late flights easy check in and nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room and I site restaurant. Great proximity to Christchurch Airport. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Convenient location near the airport and the free shuttle is great. The best thing though is the amazing friendly helpful staff in both the restaurant and at reception. The restaurant food is fantastic - every meal I’ve had is outstanding!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean, comfortable room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was a decent place in a good location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great room & close to airport
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay, close to city centre and airport. Friendly staff, great breakfast and dinner. We enjoyed staying there.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Stayed there 4 times now, extremely happy with the service and property.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was in a good place for us. Convenient. Nice motel. I’d go again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and the room was clean and dinner was fantastic really enjoyed our brief stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were very helpful, parking was provided but limited. Good location, the accommodation was alittle old but clean and tidy. Airport transfers were included. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent hotel. Exceptional service, convenient complimentary airport transfers, and great amenities in room. Very good value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff is amazing and very accommodating. They never stop working towards your enjoyment. From front desk, to room check in making sure we were pleased. Restaurant was really good and great shuttle service in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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great service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Good value for money for a family. The staff are very helpful and friendly. Rooms area bit dated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff location to the airport and clean unit just perfect for a one night close to the airport
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location for travellers with early flights to catch, courtesy coach was fantastic. Room was very neat and comfortable and all the staff were super helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay but I had limited time
Stayed 1 night in May 2026