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The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge

3.0 star property
Motel with bars, near Air Force Museum of New Zealand

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2 bars/lounges, wine bar, sports bar
Casino
Terrace/patio
Front of property
Standard Room

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$115
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(43 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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 - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Riccarton Road - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Air Force Museum of New Zealand - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Bush Inn Centre - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • University of Canterbury - 5 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪186 Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Avonhead Tavern and One Good Horse Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Columbus Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Joe's Garage - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge

Motel with bars, near Air Force Museum of New Zealand
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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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

  • Smoke-free property

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.

National rating

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 4 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge on 22 Feb 2026 start from NZ$114.78, 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 Sumner Beach (17.3 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. 173 out of 395 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 172 out of 395 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 395 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 395 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 395 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

8/10 Good

Albert

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

4/10 Poor

Colin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This unit was so hot and smelt terrible on arrival. The unit should have been opened and aired before our arrival. No air-conditioning. All electrical testing tags are 6 to 7 years old, which means they haven't been tested for safety. The microwave is ancient along with everything else. The wooden chair had paint missing. The mat inside the door was all frayed around the edges and the carpet needs cleaning. Shower over the bath with no safety mat. No shampoo provided. Everything in thing unit was old and very tired. For $180 I would never stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Zhonghan

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Janeen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice room. Would stay again but request single level rooms and away from the trucks parking as they caused wake up call at 6am on Sunday - not ideal. Also one room had a few maintenance issues.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred

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

8/10 Good

Kelly

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Basic but comfortable accomodation for a weekend in Christchurch. Rooms were older style but clean, tidy, warm and comfortable and we had a busy weekend so for a place to sleep and shower these were good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

10/10 Excellent

Gail

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

8/10 Good

Harrison

Liked: Staff & service
Fair with that price, it’s restaurant is great though
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient parking, resturant and bar on premises. Rooms quiet and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jacquie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean comfortable rooms and great service from staff only negative was the room had a night store wall heater on a timer which wasn’t efficient enough to keep the big room warm and you couldn’t pre heat it…the temps were 3-5 degrees so I was wearing my jacket in the room sadly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Travelled with group
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

8/10 Good

Mike

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Doreen

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

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic venue with great dining options. Beautiful location with a great area for walks across the road. Spacious rooms, quiet, clean and tidy. Friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and convenience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Comfortable and warm. Extra blanket would be helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Picton

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Dion

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Starting to need a make over. Carpet stains, dirt and crud starting to build up in the corners, no covers on duvets. Staff were excellent and awesome
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for the price. A very comfortable, clean bed. A lovely, friendly lady at the reception desk
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025