Apollo Motel Christchurch

3.0 star property
Eco-certified motel in Christchurch with free parking

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Reception
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$143
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept

Explore the area

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288 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, 8004
  • University of Canterbury
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Mona Vale
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Christchurch Public Hospital
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Studio Non Smoking Kitchen (Small Studio Unit)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe King Studio Non Smoking Kitchen

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard 1 Bedroom King Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Suite 2 Bedrooms Non Smoking Kitchen (Unit)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private hot tub
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Queen Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Unit - 1 queen, 2 single, 1 rollaway)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Family Suite 1 Bedroom Non Smoking Kitchen (Family Unit)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Christchurch

At Apollo Motel Christchurch you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of University of Canterbury and Riccarton House. Highlights at this eco-friendly motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services and tour/ticket assistance. Continental breakfast is available daily. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3-property class Upper Riccarton motel, you'll be 3 km (1.9 mi) from Mona Vale and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Christchurch Public Hospital.

What's nearby

  • University of Canterbury - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mona Vale - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Hagley Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Christchurch Casino - 7 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 4 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pothichor - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ngon Ngon Bánh Mì Café - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dubba Dubba - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Culture - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tandoori Palace - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Apollo Motel Christchurch

Eco-certified motel in Christchurch with free parking
As a guest of Apollo Motel Christchurch, you'll find a terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. The eco-certified Apollo Motel Christchurch also features a garden, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Christchurch motel is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Apollo Motel Christchurch offers 11 accommodations with tablet computers and iPod docking stations. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. LCD televisions come with premium digital channels. Accommodation at this 3-star motel has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Christchurch motel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary weekday newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a safe and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: NZD 12 per person

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • IPod dock
  • LCD TV with premium digital channels
  • Tablet computer

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 12 per person
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.0 per night

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Apollo Motel Christchurch?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Apollo Motel Christchurch?

As of 16 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Apollo Motel Christchurch on 17 Sept 2025 start from NZ$142.68, 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 Apollo Motel Christchurch?

Yep, Apollo Motel Christchurch has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Apollo Motel Christchurch?

The closest beach to Apollo Motel Christchurch is New Brighton Beach (13.7 km).

Is Apollo Motel Christchurch family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Apollo Motel Christchurch is a hit with families.

Does Apollo Motel Christchurch serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental breakfast is on offer daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Apollo Motel Christchurch?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Apollo Motel Christchurch?

Check-in begins at 1 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Apollo Motel Christchurch?

No, only service animals are allowed.