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Ferry Motel

3.0 star property
Beaux Arts motel in Christchurch with free parking

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Children's play area - outdoor
Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Unit) | Private kitchen
Garden
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Front of property

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug

Explore the area

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330 Ferry Road, Christchurch, 8011
  • Cathedral Square
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Hagley Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Villa, 2 Bedrooms

Family Villa, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 5 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Unit)

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Unit)

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Unit)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Queen Studio Unit)

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Queen Studio Unit)

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Queen Studio Unit)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Christchurch

At Ferry Motel you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Eastgate Mall and 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from High Street. Highlights at this motel include free self-parking and in-room kitchens. .This pet-friendly motel offers a business centre, a terrace and a garden. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a picnic area and express check-in. There's also the convenience of an area shuttle. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Waltham motel include Hagley Park and Lyttelton Harbour.
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What's nearby

  • Cathedral Square - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Christchurch Casino - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Hagley Park - 6 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 14 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • Scoundrel
  • ‪Lillies - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Under the Red Verandah - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Brew Academy - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Ferry Motel

Beaux Arts motel in Christchurch with free parking
You'll find a business centre on site. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Ferry Motel. Free self parking is available.

This Beaux Arts Christchurch motel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1988
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Ferry Motel offers 14 accommodations with a hairdryer. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Accommodation at this 3-star motel has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle up to 2.5 km
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • 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.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • 3 buildings
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Built in 1988
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 9:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive check-in instructions and a lock box code prior to their arrival.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 15 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of NZD 50.00 per stay
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 100.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet deposit: NZD 50.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: NZD 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards and cash
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay, debit cards and cash.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Ferry Motel Christchurch
Ferry Motel
Ferry Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Ferry Motel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Ferry Motel?

As of 15 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ferry Motel on 18 Aug 2025 start from NZ$184.0, 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 Ferry Motel?

Yep, Ferry Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Ferry Motel?

The closest beach to Ferry Motel is New Brighton Beach (7 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ferry Motel?

No, Ferry Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ferry Motel?

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

Ferry Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 59 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Sean

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good budget stay..

Very dated and in rough order, but plenty of beds at a fair price..
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was not so good, smell bad inside unit, pillows were not comfy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Brandon

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

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

Ferry Motel

Great location close to the city. Parking outside the motel door was great. The unit we had was ideal for a family group and the electric blanket on the bed was a nice touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

4/10 Poor

Fiona, Wellington

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Funds were takrn from credit card 2 days before arrival instead of pay at checkout as advised.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Richard Edison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Ferry motel review

Pretty standard motel facilities. Good for families as the rooms accommodate more pax. Price was ok but does not come with a.c./ heat pump or fan.No proper closet or place to hang clothes.No tissue box supplied. Ordered room on hotels.com , payment indicated to be cash on arrival but the hotel took the liberty to deduct my credit card even before I arrived. However the counter lady was most helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

2/10 Terrible

D

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Didnt even check in. Outside of the property is run down and people hanging out in front were less than savoury. In the 5 mins we were parked out front we had someone bang on our window to know if we were parking our vehicle there. Felt unsafe and did not want to bring my chilredn into a property where i didnt feel safe. Ended up finding somewhere else.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Guest, NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good internet.acess and tidy rooms, overall very satisfied.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Handy location for me

Motel is in need of some attention. Its clean. Warm nice staff. I onlly stay because of the handy location for me.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

6/10 Okay

Marie, Napier

Chosen on price

Bed and linen very clean and tidy. Décor a bit shabby but functional. Unit clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dated

Old and dated - not a place I would ever return to
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Not very well secured.

I had an intruder knocking on my door around 2.30 am. there were some young guys in the unit next door drinking, smoking and making noise in the evening which was really nuisance.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Imran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

4/10 Poor

sian, Palmerston North

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Get what you pay for

Motel decor and furnishings dated and in poor condition. Room smelt of cigarette smoke and carpet had cigarette burns in the carpet. Some rooms appeared to have. Permanent tenants who had visitors during all hours of the night. In future will inspect facilities before making payment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

6/10 Okay

Harry

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very old room. Really cold. Bad smell......................................................................................................................................................
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

6/10 Okay

Kaye R

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Let's just say it was ok, but I wouldn't stay there again

8/10 Good

Chris, Hawkes Bay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
nice and quiet, friendly staff. clean room and bathroom. id stay here again

2/10 Terrible

Kate, New Zealand

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

Old, Dirty, Smelly

I booked a 1 night stay in the one bedroom unit (number 4). First when I got the key the Chinese man opened the door and shoulder barged me out. then when I opened the unit door I was overpowered buy a smell of Sulfur/rotten eggs like someone let one rip with a serious stomach virus. I'm pretty sure the smell was coming from the vent in the bathroom as the smell got worse when I turned the light on and the fan came on automatic. Next was the old outdated look of the unit, plus it wasn't as clean as other motels I've been in. There was fat splatters all up the kitchen wall, the blinds were black at the top with either mold or dirt. It felt really icky and made my skin crawl the whole time I was there. I would not stay there again or recommend it to anyone.

2/10 Terrible

Rong Huang

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

Unpleasant stay

It was totally an unpleasant and disgusting stay. Please rethink your stay with this hotel as you won't want to go through the trauma of being accused of damaging his already old and damaged room facilities. Please do not be a victim like me to fork out money for the owner's repair work. Remember to select your hotel wisely and enjoy your wonderful trip. As for me, I had a bad time because of the wrongful dispute with the owner.

8/10 Good

Radheyshyam

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

4/10 Poor

pitabas, Greymouth- nz

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient location , the property needs facelift

The bed was very low and uncomfortable. The kitchen ware were of poor standard and the general getup was poor. The shower was difficult to manage.

8/10 Good

Michael, Blenheim

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

Quiet and relaxing

Nice quiet relaxing stay, friendly staff!

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

BOOKED IT DRUNK WORST MISTAKE OF THE TRIP

First off it is actually shaped like a Ferry boat.. red flag right there. Second of all it is dark, dirty, cold, and scary. The bathrooms are atrocious and very hostel like but so much worse. We made dinner there one night and the staff left our dishes out and only made the bed. WOULD NOT RECOMMEND TO A FRIEND.