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The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge

Property class: 3

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A bar area with a granite countertop, a variety of liquor bottles, and a stone wall with a hanging light fixture.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, and a lamp.
A building with a cafe named 'Carex' and a 'Tab' sign.
A restaurant with wooden flooring, a long table with chairs, a bench, and pendant lighting.
An outdoor patio with multiple tables and chairs, a covered seating area, and a view of the surrounding greenery.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$120
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug

Explore the area

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118 Racecourse Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, 8042
  • Place, Riccarton Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Air Force Museum of New Zealand
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Riccarton Road
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, and a lamp.

Standard Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(50 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Christchurch

At The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge you'll be 2 km (1.3 mi) from Air Force Museum of New Zealand and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from University of Canterbury. Highlights at this motel include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Hoofbeats Restaurant, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Carbine Lounge Bar is the motel's own wine bar, serving drinks along with brunch and lunch. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Sockburn motel include International Antarctic Centre and Riccarton House.
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What's nearby

  • Riccarton Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Otukaikino Living Memorial Reserve - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Air Force Museum of New Zealand - 9 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Riccarton Road - 10 min drive - 3.3 km
  • University of Canterbury - 11 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 12 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black And White Coffee Cartel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Good Home - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hornby Working Mens Club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cameron Japanese Family Restaurant - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪LeBakermen - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge also features a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Christchurch motel is smoke free.

  • 46 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge offers 46 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Carbine Lounge Bar
  • Hoofbeats Restaurant
  • Sports Bar

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternative location: [Sports Bar]
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 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
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.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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, American Express, Diners Club and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Racecourse Motorlodge
Racecourse Motorlodge Christchurch
The Racecourse & Motorlodge
The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge Motel
The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge Christchurch
The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge Motel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge?

The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge?

As of 18 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge on 23 Aug 2026 start from NZ$120, 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 Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge?

Yep, The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge?

The closest beach to The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge is New Brighton Beach (16.4 km).

Is The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge?

No, The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge's onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge?

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

Are pets allowed at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 181 out of 412 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 180 out of 412 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 412 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 412 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 412 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Willy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Phyllis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff friendly, restaurant good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Darrell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, great room plus also lots of amenities there aswell.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great shower
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

KERSTIN H

Disliked: Amenities
It was a decent hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness
Very spacious room Smelt better than most motels Restaurant Bar and Slot Machines next door Staff were very pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jiansheng

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is tidy and staff is helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stay here everytime we are in Christchurch as great value, very rare to find a room with 2 beds and a private bathroom for $100 - absolute bargain for the location and awesome parking
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, pub is a plus, fantastic dining
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great and all staff friendly. Only slight disappointment was having to negotiate the cleaner and her vacuum during breakfast in the restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room great. Lovely meal and fabulous staff service as always!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Albert

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The bed was comfy and the blankets were warm enough
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10 mins walk from a bus stop. Restaurant had a great prices and good menu. A bit outdated unit but clean, comfortable beds and good shower water pressure.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Doreen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable accommodation great raffles in bar Friday evening good restaurant also
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here many times and have been really happy with everything
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sigurgeir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As mentioned so convenient to stay, great staff and nearby restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always enjoy stay there
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great food, lovely clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Like usual a great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay, will be back
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay and a reasonable price as well
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Motel and a lovely restaurant attached. Definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025