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298 Westside Motor Lodge

4.5 star property
Eco-certified motel in Christchurch with free parking

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BBQ/picnic area
Exterior
Standard Studio | Private kitchen
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms
Apartment, 2 Queen Beds | Living room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$144
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar

Explore the area

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298 Riccarton Road, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch, 8041
  • Riccarton Road
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • University of Canterbury
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Westfield Riccarton Mall
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Studio

Standard Studio

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Shower/bath combination
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Select Comfort beds, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Apartment, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - twin
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Basic Apartment, Multiple Beds | Private kitchen

Basic Apartment, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Studio (Spa)

Executive Studio (Spa)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Select Comfort beds, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (Spa) | Living area

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (Spa)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed, 3 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

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About the area

Christchurch

At 298 Westside Motor Lodge you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Riccarton Road and University of Canterbury. Highlights at this eco-friendly motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4.5-property class Upper Riccarton motel, you'll be 1.3 km (0.8 mi) from Westfield Riccarton Mall and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Hagley Park.
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What's nearby

  • Riccarton Road - 1 min walk
  • University of Canterbury - 8 min walk
  • Westfield Riccarton Mall - 15 min walk
  • Hagley Park - 4 min drive
  • Christchurch Arena - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 5 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ngon Ngon Bánh Mì Café - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Culture - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hachi Hachi - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Garage - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪University of Canterbury Staff Club - ‬14 min walk

About this property

298 Westside Motor Lodge

Eco-certified motel in Christchurch with free parking
There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the eco-certified 298 Westside Motor Lodge. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Christchurch motel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • No smoking on site
298 Westside Motor Lodge offers 18 accommodations with DVD players and a hairdryer. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature Select Comfort mattresses. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Accommodation at this 4.5-star motel has kitchens with fridges, stovetops and microwaves.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10 AM for a fee: NZD 18 for adults and NZD 10 for children
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 30
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 15.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 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 continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 18 for adults and from NZD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 30 (subject to availability)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 15.0 per night

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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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 major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 2 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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at 298 Westside Motor Lodge?

298 Westside Motor Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at 298 Westside Motor Lodge?

As of 3 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 298 Westside Motor Lodge on 20 Mar 2025 start from AU$143.85, 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 298 Westside Motor Lodge?

Yep, 298 Westside Motor Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to 298 Westside Motor Lodge?

The closest beach to 298 Westside Motor Lodge is New Brighton Beach (13.7 km).

Does 298 Westside Motor Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, continental brekkie is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at 298 Westside Motor Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at 298 Westside Motor Lodge?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at 298 Westside Motor Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

298 Westside Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 354 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 144 out of 354 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 354 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 354 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 354 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff extremely helpful and pleasant. Room and linen felt clean. Parking ok for smallish vehicle.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aliitasi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you very mych Westside Motel, see you soon
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rabin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good customer service .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you so very much for your kindness support and hospitality. Highly appreciated and recommend 😊😊😊
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Wilson

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Will definitely stay again
An excellent facility and friendly service.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

KIT KEVIN

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cherie

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Loved our upstairs room with fab view to mountains. Cooking utensils well supplied. A swing for kids would be appreciated. Couldn’t get Netflix to work - seemed to be overloaded.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

HockEng

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The bed was comfortable. Part of the flooring in the room was dated .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Marcus

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfort and value in Riccarton Road
A comfortable place down Riccarton Road between Riccarton and Bush Inn malls. Some aspects were looking a little tired, e.g. basin in the bathroom, but overall great value and service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a good value motel. Not flash but was perfect for my needs and it was great to have a heat pump and a heated towel rail in the bathroom. Very handy to Canterbury university. Staff were efficient and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean room with a kitchenette & cooking supplies & a good number of television channels for relaxing. The bed was quite comfortable. The staff is very helpful. I'd definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and warm loved it all
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

DIANE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The walls were thin and the neighbours noisy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were fantastic, and always ready to help, will certainly return
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great motel, very clean and facilities were excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Tania

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The Queen bed is 2 singles put together was uncomfortable. Couch needs a deep clean as it's stained and please put something in shower to hold soap. I did Love that they had fresh milk and plenty of coffee tea hot chocolate and sugar and a lovely greeting from staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Jocelyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom and kitchen floors sticky Toaster still had crumbs on top,from prev users.didnt make our beds. Heater in bathroom has burn marks x2. Chipped cups.hot plates faulty.. toilet cystine continues to run water.wifi charge outlet is faulty internet stopped oh dear
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Travelled with family
Clean, comfortable beds, had everything we needed as a family of 6
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly owners and very accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location and quite.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

ZHIHUI

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice staff but average room
Staff are very friendly but the unit is very out dated, bathroom can get very wet as there is no ventilation at all.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Average motel, not good, not bad. Clean & tidy, convenient for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024