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Cranford Cottages And Motel

4.0 star property
4-star Colonial cabin near Southern Cross Hospital

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Superior Cottage | Terrace/patio
Executive Studio
Standard Cottage | Terrace/patio
Luxury Cabin, Hot Tub
Superior Cottage | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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63 Cranford St, St Albans, Christchurch, 8014
  • Place, Bealey Avenue
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Hagley Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Christchurch Casino
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Studio

Executive Studio

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Cottage | Living room

Standard Cottage

  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Cottage

Superior Cottage

  • Garden view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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Luxury Cabin, Hot Tub

Luxury Cabin, Hot Tub

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Cabin | Terrace/patio

Cabin

  • Garden view
  • 2 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Cottage

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Christchurch

Saint Albans stay.Your stay at this Saint Albans cabin places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Southern Cross Hospital and Hagley Park. Christchurch Casino and Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre 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 - 2.2 km
  • Christchurch Casino - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 5 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 16 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yellow Cafe & Roastery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hell Pizza - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy's Restaurant & Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Kidds Cakes & Bakery - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Café On Caledonian - ‬14 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 Southern Cross Hospital
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. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include dining tables. Beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. 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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The price is CA $52
CA $61 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 11 - Jun 12
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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)

Food and drink

  • 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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Lever door handles
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • 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
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

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 - midnight
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Lock the doors and return the keys

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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Frequently asked questions

How close is Cranford Cottages And Motel to the airport?

Cranford Cottages And Motel is 6.7 mi (23-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 Cranford Cottages And Motel?

As of Jun 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cranford Cottages And Motel on Jun 11, 2026 start from CA $101, 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 Cranford Cottages And Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Cranford Cottages And Motel.

How close is Cranford Cottages And Motel to the beach?

This cabin is 5.8 mi (16-min drive) from New Brighton Beach and 8.2 mi (26-min drive) from Sumner Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Cranford Cottages And Motel offer free breakfast?

Cranford Cottages And Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Cranford Cottages And Motel?

No, there is no casino at this cabin, but Christchurch Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Cranford Cottages And Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Cranford Cottages And Motel?

This cabin offers free self parking.

Does Cranford Cottages And Motel have a pool?

Cranford Cottages And Motel does not have a pool.

Does Cranford Cottages And Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Cranford Cottages And Motel to downtown Christchurch?

Cranford Cottages And Motel is 1.4 mi away from Christchurch.

Cranford Cottages And Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 341 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 341 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 341 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 341 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 341 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Awesome staff, felt right at home.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Karsten

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Good clean room and a very service minded staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
We had a great stay. Rebecca was super helpful and kind. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great area, owners super friendly and nice, had a cool fish pond, laser pickle the cat was friendly as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yolande

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Ian

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We found the property very dark inside an cold.The gardens need some attention.Good cooking facilities ,comfy bed and pillows.Great shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Max

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

8/10 Good

Adele

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

10/10 Excellent

Uwe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Everything was more than I expected. Rebecca and Rodney is a very friendly.and helpful couple.Two lovely cats and a book exchange free of charge.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Friendly helpful staff. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cara

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

8/10 Good

Raquel

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The private courtyard was great esp for a long stay - just gave more feeling of space.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hiu Yan

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

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
Verified

8/10 Good

Bryon and Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Good comfortable accomodation in a great location. We enjoyed our 6 days there. Katht and Bryon
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

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

8/10 Good

Pamela

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

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very Friendly's owners, close to everything. Well equipped with everything we needed. And a affordable price.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kiriwai

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen

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

4/10 Poor

Rochelle

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Carpet was wet, no housekeeping, bedding and pillows very uncomfortable also no mirror to get ready except a little one in bathroom with no plugs for hairdryer. Unfortunately won’t be staying again was looking forward to our cute little cottage but was nothing like the photos.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Tony

All good thank you
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025