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298 Westside Motor Lodge

4.5 star property
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BBQ/picnic Area
Standard Studio | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle
Apartment, 2 Queen Beds | Living room | Flat-screen TV, DVD player
Exterior
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Select Comfort beds, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

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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
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Room options

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Standard Studio | Select Comfort beds, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Studio

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Apartment, 2 Queen Beds

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Select Comfort beds, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Basic Apartment, Multiple Beds | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle

Basic Apartment, Multiple Beds

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Studio (Spa) | Select Comfort beds, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Executive Studio (Spa)

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Select Comfort beds, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (Spa) | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (Spa)

  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed, 3 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

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Front of property

Riccarton Motor Lodge

Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, (293)
The price is CHF 77
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Riccarton Motor Lodge

About this property

298 Westside Motor Lodge

Eco-certified Christchurch motel in Upper Riccarton with free parking
This smoke-free motel features a snack bar/deli, dry cleaning and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, express check-in and express check-out are 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.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at 298 Westside Motor Lodge. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Riccarton Road. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a snack bar/deli.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance and luggage storage
  • Steps from Riccarton Road and 8 minutes on foot from University of Canterbury
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
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.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a continental breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 10 AM.

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 at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 10:30 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in information and key retrieval information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

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.

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298 Westside Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 182 out of 347 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 142 out of 347 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 347 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 347 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 347 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Keziah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay close to the university of Canterbury. Very helpful and courteous staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location with plenty of facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Bambi

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well equipped and clean, well maintained room. Friendly helpful staff
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very convenient to the University and local shops. Clean, comfortable and spacious rooms. Very welcoming and helpful staff. Thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

PRATEEK

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property and well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

shanan

Stayed 1 night in May 2023