Athena Motel & Apartments

4.5 star property
4.5-star motel near Westfield Riccarton Mall

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Garden
Living room
Private kitchenette
Interior entrance
Balcony

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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160 Riccarton Road, Christchurch, 8004
  • Place, Westfield Riccarton Mall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Canterbury
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Hagley Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Red Dot Deal 9)

  • 700 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Emirates Special 5)

  • 807 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Executive Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Executive Studio Spec 8)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio with Balcony,Shower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (1 Night in Christchurch..)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

One Bedroom Plus (2 Level Apartment 6)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (Corporate Townhouse)

  • 2153 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Queen Bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Christchurch

Riccarton stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Riccarton motel, you'll find Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riccarton House. University of Canterbury and Hagley Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Westfield Riccarton Mall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • University of Canterbury - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hagley Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Christchurch Botanic Gardens - 9 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 3 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jamaica Blue - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Shamiana - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Muffin Break - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Athena Motel & Apartments

4.5-star motel near Westfield Riccarton Mall
Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a business center on site. Athena Motel & Apartments also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This 4.5-star Christchurch motel is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Athena Motel & Apartments offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with irons/ironing boards. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Televisions come with digital channels.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi; wired internet (NZD 5 per night)

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: NZD 15 to 20 for adults and NZD 16 to 18 for children

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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), key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 60.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: NZD 200.00 per day

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 NZD 15 to 20 for adults, and NZD 16 to 18 for children
  • Fee for wired internet in public areas: NZD 5.00 per night (rates may vary)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 60.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Athena Motel & Apartments.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Athena Motel & Apartments to the airport?

Athena Motel & Apartments is 4.7 mi (15-min drive) away from the Christchurch International Airport (CHC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Athena Motel & Apartments?

As of Nov 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Athena Motel & Apartments on Nov 28, 2025 start from $72.49, excluding 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.

Does Athena Motel & Apartments have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Athena Motel & Apartments.

How close is Athena Motel & Apartments to the beach?

This motel is 9.1 mi (24-min drive) from New Brighton Beach and 11.3 mi (27-min drive) from Sumner Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Athena Motel & Apartments offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Athena Motel & Apartments, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of between NZD 15 and 20 for adults, NZD 16 and 18 for children.

Is there a casino at Athena Motel & Apartments?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Christchurch Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Athena Motel & Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Athena Motel & Apartments?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Athena Motel & Apartments have a pool?

Athena Motel & Apartments does not have a pool.

Does Athena Motel & Apartments have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Athena Motel & Apartments to downtown Christchurch?

Athena Motel & Apartments is 2.1 mi away from Christchurch.