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Garden City Motel

3.5 star property
3.5-star motel near Merivale Mall

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Comfort Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | 42-inch LED TV with digital channels, TV, DVD player
Exterior
Reception
Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, Tempur-Pedic beds, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Comfort Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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242 Main North Road, Redwood Papanui, Christchurch, Canterbury, 8051
  • St George's Hostpital
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Hagley Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Christchurch Casino
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Super King Studio, with Extra Bedroom

1 bedroom, Tempur-Pedic beds, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Deluxe Super King Studio, with Extra Bedroom

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for Comfort Apartment, 1 Bedroom

1 bedroom, Tempur-Pedic beds, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Comfort Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 699 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Standard Queen Studio

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Studio | 1 bedroom, Tempur-Pedic beds, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

King Studio

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, Tempur-Pedic beds, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 699 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Christchurch

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What's nearby

  • Papanui Road - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • St George's Hostpital - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Merivale Mall - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Hagley Park - 7 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Christchurch Casino - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 11 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The China Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burgers & Beers Inc - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Curry Time Indian Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Welcome India - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Garden City Motel

3.5-star motel near Merivale Mall
Garden City Motel offers its guests a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Garden City Motel also features a picnic area, laundry facilities, and express check-in. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Christchurch motel.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1991
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Garden City Motel offers 10 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Beds feature Tempur-Pedic mattresses. 42-inch LED televisions come with premium digital channels. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room crib
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: NZD 10 for adults and NZD 10 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 (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with premium digital channels
  • DVD player

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:30 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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property 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 NZD 10.00 for adults and NZD 10.00 for children
  • Pet fee: NZD 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • Alcohol isn't served at Garden City Motel.

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 Garden City Motel to the airport?

Garden City Motel is 5.4 mi (10-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 Garden City Motel?

As of May 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Garden City Motel on Jun 8, 2025 start from $79.49, 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 Garden City Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Garden City Motel.

How close is Garden City Motel to the beach?

This motel is 6.6 mi (13-min drive) from New Brighton Beach and 13.2 mi (26-min drive) from Sumner Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Garden City Motel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Garden City Motel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 10.00 for adults and NZD 10.00 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Garden City Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Christchurch Casino (8-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Garden City Motel?

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

Is there free parking at Garden City Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Garden City Motel have a pool?

Garden City Motel does not have a pool.

Does Garden City Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Garden City Motel to downtown Christchurch?

Garden City Motel is 3.6 mi away from Christchurch.

Garden City Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 137 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

GRAHAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great , clean and handy accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brigette

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful service and perfect rooms for a quiet stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendall

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family had a great stay. The owners/ staff were incredibly welcoming and accommodating. Very good value for money - we stayed in the 1 bedroom. Also loved that it was pet friendly with park just behind motel for running our dog around. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A convenient location and lovely room. We enjoyed the upgrade thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, friendly motel, lovely service, great beds, well maintained grounds. A couple of the bedside drawers were broken and the fridge was loud.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ling

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for what we needed as an overnight stay en route to Nelson from Dunedin. Impeccably clean, responsive and accomodating owners. Great stay and spacious rooms. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

sheena

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spacious unit. Bed very comfortable and great shower
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian D

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts provided a laundry service, as well as all the other things New Zealand motels provide. It wss close th the airport snd the supermarkets and ideally suited to hettong on thr Chtistchurch motorwayd
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Sue

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely owners
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Claire

Traveled with family and small children
Beds were very uncomfortable, the house keeping was a bit inconsistent some days freash towels, some beds were made I guess it depended who was one, also parking was confusing most places have designated car parks a couple times we came back and there was no where to park, overall was pretty average.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly helpful owners. Great location for airport. Easy walk to local pub and small eateries.Comfortable, great choice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff it’s amazing family room it was good we stay one night only but comfy beds so we’ll stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

TAMAMI

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, very friendly owners.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marsha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hosts and a great atmosphere. Awesome big units. Will definitely stay again :)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Tasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely warm inviting property. Had all the comforts and the price was such a bargain Took our dog with us and
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with group, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly owners and dogs are most welcome
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

gemma

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Marie-Jose P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This stay was mostly good but the unit was too cold.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of room with full kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very accomodating friendly and helpful. We'll be back
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023