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The Elmwood Motel

Property class: 3

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Front of property
Two Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen
Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom
Executive One-Bedroom Apartment | Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr

Explore the area

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91 Papanui Rd, Christchurch, Canterbury, 8014
  • Place, Papanui Road
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hagley Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Christchurch Casino
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

One-Bedroom Apartment with Bath

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

King Studio Apartment

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 King Bed

One-Bedroom Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Two Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 55 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Executive One-Bedroom Apartment with Bath

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive One-Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Ground Floor

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

One-Bedroom Apartment

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Roll-in Shower

  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Christchurch

The Elmwood Motel puts you in the heart of Christchurch, within a 20-minute stroll of Hagley Park and Christchurch Casino. Highlights at this Tudor motel include in-room free WiFi and Smart TVs. .This smoke-free motel has free WiFi in public areas and luggage storage. Plus you'll find laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Merivale motel include Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre and Cathedral Square.

What's nearby

  • Papanui Road - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Merivale Mall - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hagley Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Christchurch Casino - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 11 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Strawberry Fare - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Majestic At Mayfair - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Café On Caledonian - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Pure - ‬14 min walk

About this property

The Elmwood Motel

The Elmwood Motel offers its guests laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of The Elmwood Motel was completed in July 2024.

This Tudor Christchurch motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1970
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
The Elmwood Motel offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. This individually decorated accommodation includes dining tables. 50-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels and Netflix. This Christchurch motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets 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

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 18 for adults and NZD 18 for children

Things to do

  • Books

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (70 centimetre high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1970
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - July 2024
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tudor architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 8:00 PM to 8:00 AM
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 18 for adults and from NZD 18 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
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, American Express and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

The Elmwood Motel Motel
The Elmwood Motel Christchurch
The Elmwood Motel Motel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Elmwood Motel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Elmwood Motel?

As of 8 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Elmwood Motel on 9 Apr 2026 start from NZ$197, 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 The Elmwood Motel?

Yep, The Elmwood Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Elmwood Motel?

The closest beach to The Elmwood Motel is Sumner Beach (12 km).

Does The Elmwood Motel serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental brekkie is available daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Elmwood Motel?

No, The Elmwood Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Elmwood Motel?

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

Are pets allowed at The Elmwood Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Elmwood Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was lovely and clean. Staff were really friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. The room was very clean and comfortable. The staff was very courteous and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kinsa

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryjane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dinner opportunities,
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very clean and tidy. Great staff too - thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harin, Lidcombe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Renovated and spotless rooms with great amenities. Convenient location and good parking.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Hamish

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and spacious. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room. Clean and quiet - even on the first floor.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, very well decorated, clean, friendly staff and good location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

PHILLIP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely large room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricky

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

Excellent choice, and value for money!

Amazing bed, king size pillows that are the right firmness, great dining minutes away on foot, adjustable shower rose suitable for very tall people, warm room didn’t even use heating, great water pressure, have marked as favourite and intend to stay here again next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Graham

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious unit, quiet, clean,and good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamu

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely big room which has been recently renovated. Nice area, walkable to the city & HagleyPark. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well appointed great service. Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Shane

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic stay in this lovely refreshed motel. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice quiet room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

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

Excellent stay

Very clean, quiet and great room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Luqman

The place is so convenient to go access Christchurch. The room is nice too :)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tarryn

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025