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Cranford Cottages And Motel

4.0 star property
4-star Colonial cabin near Papanui Road

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Superior Cottage | Terrace/patio
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Superior Cottage
Superior Cottage | Private kitchen
Standard Cottage | Living room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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63 Cranford St, St Albans, Christchurch, 8054
  • Place, Bealey Avenue
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Papanui Road
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Hagley Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Studio

Executive Studio

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Cottage | Living room

Standard Cottage

  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Cottage

Superior Cottage

  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen

One Bedroom Apartment

  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Luxury Cabin, Hot Tub

Luxury Cabin, Hot Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cottage

  • Sleeps 2

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 3

Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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Outdoor dining

Superior Bungalow

  • Sleeps 2

Studio With SPA Bath

  • Sleeps 2

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Terrace/patio

Luxury Cottage With Outdoor Spa

  • Sleeps 2

About the area

Christchurch

Saint Albans stay.Your stay at this Saint Albans cabin places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Papanui Road and Hagley Park. Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre and Christchurch Casino are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bealey Avenue - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Papanui Road - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Hagley Park - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Christchurch Casino - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 15 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pure - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Meshino - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Yellow Cafe & Roastery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hell Pizza - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cranford Cottages And Motel

4-star Colonial cabin near Papanui Road
As a guest of Cranford Cottages And Motel, you'll find a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colonial Christchurch cabin.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Cranford Cottages And Motel offers 14 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4-star cabin have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 42-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Ski area nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot springs nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • High chair

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed: NZD 20 per night

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Fee: NZD 15 per accommodation per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms
  • Food and water bowls

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Local maps
  • Luggage storage
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the suburbs
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a metro station
  • Near a train station
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the airport
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Outdoor lighting
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 14 units
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Colonial architecture
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.9 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 15 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • 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.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Pet fee: NZD 15 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.9 percent

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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and outdoor lighting
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. 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, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, Google Pay, and Apple Pay.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • This cabin caters to LGBTQ+ guests.
  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

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Cranford Cottages And Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 197 out of 331 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 331 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 331 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 331 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 331 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fully serviced kitchen facility with full cooktop and oven. Friendly and helpful hosts. Close to Palms Shopping center and CBD if you have a car.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Raquel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved that the cottages were very private and would be lovely to sit out on the verandah in spring/summer
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiriwai

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Communication was great. The cottage is a spacious studio with adjacent parking. There was an awesome shower, comfortable bed, and a full kitchen. The cottages are tidy and comfortable and conveniently situated in St Albans.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The uniqueness of this cabin was great. Very private and quiet. Safe parking and reliable wifi. A warm welcome greeted us and provided some interesting areas for visiting. Good restaurants very close, easy to walk to.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location and comfortable property. Garden area could do with a spruce up.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Grant

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was a bit dusty and light bulbs needed changing. Think there may be some permanents staying here too so not solely a motel. Area it is situated in is slightly sketchy area but we had no issues. Overall a decently priced over nighter and the managers are really nice and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Adele

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely private cottage with everything we needed and Lovely friendly host
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hiu Yan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location and good value. Very quick check-in.

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A perfect peaceful place to stay close to central Christchurch. Excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jade

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute cosy cottage, clean and well presented. Mattress was uncomfortable for our preference, bit too soft and springy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Max

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value and staff super nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check took a while
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and clean. Very comfortable. Location 10mins from anywhere we wanted to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful cabins. Lost power in my cabin.... Couldn't contact management on Sunday . Went to office 10am nobody .. Rang using cabin phone no.response...
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Best Place in NZ

This is very charming place, I had a cottage and it was great. Location was really good. The owners of this property were so friendly and I have never felt more comfortable the I have there. they went above and beyond.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Good value for money. Bed and pillows were very comfortable. Host was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely motel to stay at
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Pat

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds not that comfy, couch very old and not comfy. Stayed 3 nights no rubbish emptied ,no change of towels, no cleaning done.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They are a pleasant couple , its very homely. #
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Very accommodating. Unit was clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

JIRBY

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

JIRBY

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023