Avon City Motel

2.5 star property

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Two Bedroom Family Apartment | View from room
Studio | Private kitchenette
Studio
Garden
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
The current price is NZ$135
includes taxes & fees
13 June - 14 June

Explore the area

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402 Main N Rd, Christchurch, Canterbury, 8051
  • Place, Murchison Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Styx River
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, St Bede's College Porforming Arts Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free Wi-Fi

One Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Large Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Two Bedroom Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Two Bedroom Family Apartment

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Christchurch

At Avon City Motel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Murchison Park and Styx River. Highlights at this motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and luggage storage. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Redwood motel include Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre and Wolfbrook Arena.

What's nearby

  • Murchison Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Styx River - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • St Bede's College Porforming Arts Center - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Owen Mitchell Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Wolfbrook Arena - 16 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 21 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Papanui Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Robert Harris Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Redwood Souvlaki - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Muffin Break - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Avon City Motel

As a guest of Avon City Motel, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Christchurch motel.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Avon City Motel offers 8 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Rooms open to furnished patios. Kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Christchurch motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. 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

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: NZD 12 for adults and NZD 12 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 10:00 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)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 for adults and from NZD 12 for children

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Avon City Motel Motel
Avon City Motel Christchurch
Avon City Motel Motel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Avon City Motel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Avon City Motel?

As of 12 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Avon City Motel on 13 Jun 2026 start from NZ$135, 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 Avon City Motel?

Yep, Avon City Motel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Avon City Motel?

The closest beach to Avon City Motel is New Brighton Beach (13.6 km).

Does Avon City Motel serve breakfast?

Yep, continental breakfast is offered daily from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Avon City Motel?

No, Avon City Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Avon City Motel?

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

Are pets allowed at Avon City Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Avon City Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing amenities love the facilities and most amazing host will definitely come back to this property again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room spotless, everything was great!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elwood

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless and had all we needed
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Øyvind

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The owners/host are very velcoming, friendly and the place is great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older style motel, very clean, lovely hosts, close to take aways, pretty garden, value for money and would happily stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ange

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous spot, beautiful gardens and super friendly staff. Highly recommend would 100% stay again. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and facility.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would have to say this was the best, most friendly motel my wife and I have ever stayed in and could not have been more convenient as we were there from Melbourne to visit my brother in Summerset retirement village for his 88 birthday.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Kind and friendly host.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners are so friendly and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly owners, quick and easy check-in, and plenty comfortable.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hosts were great. Friendly with good information.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were friendly, the area was quiet and well kept, and it was a great place to rest up for all of our activities.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Amenities
Easy clean and perfect for overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good place to stay. Very clean and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philippa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and perfect motel for what we needed - comfortable bed for the night and clean. Super lovely hosts who made sure everything was as we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners were lovely and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Garth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners do a good job of running an efficient motel. The gardens are well kept, the rooms are clean and there is plenty of easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful and personable hosts that take a lot of pride in their business.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent motel. Only comment is that the hot water is very hot.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb

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

Wonderful value for money

Really comfortable stay here, great value for money. Wonderful service from Bon. Can highly recommend. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gardens are also well maintained & welcoming. I would not hesitate to recommend the Avon City Motel to anyone & would stay there in future if in Christchurch
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and the option to have washing done and dried returned to your room nicely folded 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ioane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the owners. Friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023