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Ashford Motor Lodge

4.0 star property
Family-friendly Christchurch motel in Merivale with free parking

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living area
Superior Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Courtyard View | View from room
Superior Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Courtyard View | Living area
Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen
Aerial view

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar

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35 Papanui Road, Christchurch, 8014
  • Papanui Road
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Bealey Avenue
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Hagley Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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LCD TV, DVD player

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Pillow-top bed
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Superior Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Courtyard View

Superior Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Courtyard View

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
LCD TV
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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About the area

Christchurch

A family-friendly stay in Christchurch awaits you at Ashford Motor Lodge. Within steps you'll find Papanui Road and Bealey Avenue. Highlights at this eco-friendly motel include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .Enjoy the kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily between 3:00 AM and 3:00 PM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Merivale motel, attractions include Lyttelton Harbour and New Brighton Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Papanui Road - 1 min walk
  • Hagley Park - 5 min walk
  • Christchurch Casino - 11 min walk
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 17 min walk
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 6 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The George - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sprig + Fern Merivale - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Bog Irish Bar & Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Boo Radley's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tudors Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Ashford Motor Lodge

Family-friendly Christchurch motel in Merivale with free parking
Ashford Motor Lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the family-friendly Ashford Motor Lodge. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Christchurch motel.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Ashford Motor Lodge offers 28 accommodations with DVD players and a safe. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Accommodation at this 4-star motel has kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers.

This Christchurch motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

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

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 3:00 AM to 3:00 PM for a fee: USD 7.50 to 15.50 for adults and USD 7.50 to 15.50 for children

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • DVD player
  • Free cot
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
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
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • An off-lead area is available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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: approximately USD 7.50 to 15.50 for adults and USD 7.50 to 15.50 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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 JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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 Ashford Motor Lodge?

Ashford 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 Ashford Motor Lodge?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ashford Motor Lodge on 24 Mar 2025 start from AU$131.59, 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 Ashford Motor Lodge?

Yep, Ashford Motor Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Ashford Motor Lodge?

The closest beach to Ashford Motor Lodge is New Brighton Beach (10.5 km).

Does Ashford Motor Lodge have a pool?

Ashford Motor Lodge has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

Is Ashford Motor Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and babysitting services, as well as childcare services and free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Ashford Motor Lodge is a hit with families.

Does Ashford Motor Lodge serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental brekkie is on offer daily from 3:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ashford Motor Lodge?

No, Ashford Motor Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

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

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

Are pets allowed at Ashford Motor Lodge?

Dogs are welcome at Ashford Motor Lodge, with dog exercise areas on offer.

Ashford Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 381 out of 677 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 236 out of 677 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 677 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 677 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 677 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation near the Botanic Gardens. Lots of transport options and being pretty flat, it's a very walkable to the CBD. The rooms were nice and clean, but can be hot/warm as it didn't have AC. A ceiling fan or pedestal fan would have been good. Allows late checkin as it's not staffed after 8pm.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Amazing value for the 5 person unit. Fantastic location at the edge of Hagley Park. Walking distance to the City Centre and Riccarton. However, I marked down service as the office shuts at 8pm. Since I was arriving at 10pm, a point which I had communicated to them, they made no effort to make me aware of the after hours check in process. It was only a chance phone call I made to them earlier on check in day about a different subject, which led to them telling me the after hours check in process. Many latches on the windows were falling apart or broken. However, the outstanding value, cleanliness and location made the stay fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accomodation, everything you need. Comfortable and clean, easy check in and check out. Would happily stay again 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sagayadevan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No soap provided. Milk provided for 1st day 2nd night no milk, was told buy our own milk. Beside that everything was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property for families. The suite was clean and comfortable with easy access to the shops and restaurants. Highly recommend and will book again when visiting Christchurch.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We could not fault this property! Our unit was immaculately clean, beautifully presented and very quiet. The location is great - handy to the city, many shopping and dining options and Hagley Park a wonderful Christchurch gem.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Callum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The studio was spacious and clean, and had all the amenities you could ask for. There is ample parking and it’s relatively easy to get into the CBD either by driving or taking public transport. The staff were very friendly and I think the offer of milk is a nice touch, it saves you going to the nearby petrol station which I found to be the only alternative.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
A nice property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location - easy walk to the city centre and Merivale . Very comfortable . Would have been helpful to have a mirror in the upstairs bedroom . But otherwise would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lakhwinder

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room wasn't clean enough.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Simon

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice modernised appartments, mezzanine two bed apartments are really cool, clean but only just but not a deal breaker . Staff very efficient so overall really good highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phoebe

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best stay this trip
This is the best accomodation out of 3 in Christchurch we stayed this trip. It’s one class above others in terms of space and layout, also quality. All four of us felt like we could space out and relax. We even got a late check out of 12 o’clock due to a late flight that day which was much appreciated. Location wise it’s very handy for hagley park and cbd. We will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Natasha

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Dr Sureshbabu

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, friendly customer service, clean and spacious unit.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for money. Happily suprised with room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karlene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karlene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Travelled with family
We arrived later and our rooms were lovely and warm on a very frosty night.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in a breeze and the room was immaculate and they had even turned the heater on for us! Highly recommend. So close to town and hagley park and our dog was welcomed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Mathew, Wellington

Travelled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Something seems to have changed. Typically a great place to stay. The toilet seat in unit 27 (an accessible unit), does not fit the cistern. Used to be a great place to stay, but
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Gim Tee

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024