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Commodore Airport Hotel

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with indoor pool and restaurant

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Indoor spa tub
Bar (on property)
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$273
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar

Explore the area

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449 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch, 8053
  • Place, Russley Golf Club
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mike Pero's Motorcycle Gallery
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, International Antarctic Centre
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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Business Room, 2 Queen Beds

Business Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium Family Room (1 Queen and 2 Singles)

Premium Family Room (1 Queen and 2 Singles)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Business Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View | Living area

Business Suite, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View | Living area

Premium Suite, 1 King Bed, Garden View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds

Premium Twin Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Business Room, 1 King Bed

Business Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Christchurch

A luxury stay in Christchurch awaits you at Commodore Airport Hotel. Within steps you'll find Russley Golf Club and International Antarctic Centre within a 20-minute stroll. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, patios and LCD TVs. .The restaurant, Pattersons Restaurant, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, gym and outdoor tennis court as well as access to bike hire. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms, conference space, and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 6 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .Within a 30-minute drive of this 4.5-property class Burnside hotel, attractions include New Brighton Beach and Lyttelton Harbour.

What's nearby

  • Russley Golf Club - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mike Pero's Motorcycle Gallery - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • International Antarctic Centre - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Nunweek Park Hockey Field - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Omarino Wine Park - 3 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 14 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kendal Fish & Chips - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Monteiths Brewery Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Good Thai - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Food Exchange - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Commodore Airport Hotel

Luxury hotel with indoor pool and restaurant
Commodore Airport Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool, an outdoor tennis court, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Commodore Airport Hotel. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Christchurch hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 157 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Commodore Airport Hotel offers 157 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Rooms open to patios. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Christchurch hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Microwaves and in-room massages can be requested. 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

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: NZD 37 for adults and NZD 18.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Pattersons Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 50
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 40
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 13 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 40.0 per night.

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately NZD 37 for adults and from NZD 18.50 for children
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 40 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 40.0 per night
  • 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children aged 13 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Commodore Copthorne
Commodore Copthorne Hotel
Copthorne Commodore
Copthorne Commodore Christchurch
Copthorne Commodore Hotel
Copthorne Hotel Commodore
Copthorne Hotel Commodore Christchurch
Commodore Airport Hotel Christchurch
Commodore Airport Hotel
Commodore Airport Christchurch
Commodore Airport
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Commodore Airport Hotel Christchurch
Commodore Airport Hotel Hotel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Commodore Airport Hotel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Commodore Airport Hotel?

As of 16 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Commodore Airport Hotel on 1 Mar 2026 start from NZ$273.17, 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 Commodore Airport Hotel?

Yep, Commodore Airport Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Commodore Airport Hotel?

The closest beach to Commodore Airport Hotel is New Brighton Beach (16.6 km).

Does Commodore Airport Hotel have a pool?

Commodore Airport Hotel has an indoor pool.

What makes Commodore Airport Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar and 24-hour room service, as well as premium bedding and private patios in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Commodore Airport Hotel.

Is Commodore Airport Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services, laundry facilities and a picnic area, it's no surprise that Commodore Airport Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Commodore Airport Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order breakfast is on offer daily from 6 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Commodore Airport Hotel?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at Commodore Airport Hotel?

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 Commodore Airport Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at Commodore Airport Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Commodore Airport Hotel?

There isn't one on site, but Russley Golf Club is a short 2-minute walk away.

Commodore Airport Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 841 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1003 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shaz

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was excellent and staff were fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and clean room, very friendly staff, delicious breakfast. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed our stay. The staff were friendly and helpful, the room was beautiful and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grahame

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms, great amenities, friendly staff and great service. Wasn’t there for long but couldn’t fault this as a great place to stay. Seafood paella for dinner was outstanding!! Free shuttle to the airport for an early departure flight was the cherry on the cake.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and greeting at check-in
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was outstanding from front desk to airport shuttle. Very nice outside seating area with fireplace. Nice pool and hot tub to relax.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The food was fabulous, staff very friendly and helpful. Handy having a free shuttle to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very accommodating team.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a great stay at commodore as everything there you need
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel a great choice for proximity to hotel (24hr free shuttle literally takes 4mins to airport) with a touch of luxury.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel friendly staff. Decent food. Pool was out of service for the duration of our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS KW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great, staff, facilities and restaurant. Enjoyed staying here
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the Commodore
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Georgia

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the airport, clean, great bar, restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

TIANCHENG

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful and the restaurant was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

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

Great as always

Commodore delivers as always. We often stay here and it never diaappoints
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025