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Garden City Motel

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star motel near Merivale Mall

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Photo gallery for Garden City Motel

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.
A motel sign with a garden theme, indicating a vacancy.
A building with a red door and a large planter with flowers.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a built-in oven. There is a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a built-in oven.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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242 Main North Road, Redwood Papanui, Christchurch, Canterbury, 8051
  • Place, Murchison Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Northlands Shopping Centre
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Papanui Road
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Queen Studio

A bedroom with a bed, a red pillow, two bedside tables, a painting on the wall, and a telephone.

Standard Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

A neatly made bed with a quilted cover, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Comfort Apartment, 1 Bedroom

A bedroom with a bed, two nightstands, and a ceiling light fixture.

Comfort Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

A bedroom with a bed, two nightstands, and a ceiling light fixture.

Deluxe Super King Studio, with Extra Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Queen Studio

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

View all photos for King Studio

A bedroom with a bed, patterned bedding, a nightstand, a wooden drawer, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

King Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a painting on the wall.

King Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Christchurch

Redwood stay.Your stay at this Redwood motel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Merivale Mall and St George's Hospital. Christchurch Casino is within 6 miles (10 km) and New Brighton Beach is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • St Bede's College Porforming Arts Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Murchison Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Northlands Shopping Centre - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Graham Condon Recreation and Sport Centre - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Papanui Road - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Robert Harris Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪BurgerFuel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coffee Culture - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive

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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • 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
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

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
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. 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.

Property class

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

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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 Sept 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Garden City Motel on Sept 7, 2026 start from CA $105, 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 (27-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

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 147 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 147 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 147 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 147 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 147 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great units! Highly recommend it...and they allow dogs which is much appreciated
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
All staff were excellent friendly and efficient The rooms were well appointed great Sky options good parking and well groomed rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All staff were friendly from reception to cleaning staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

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

10/10 Excellent

Brigette

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

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

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

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and friendly and helpful hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

GRAHAM

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

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very much enjoyed my stay, the owners were super nice and caring definitely would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kendall

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great owners, very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

atsuo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed to stay this motet very much.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ling

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Evie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old decor but clean and very spacious. Friendly staff and short drive from city centre and shops
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

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

10/10 Excellent

sheena

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

8/10 Good

Caz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Grsat with pets
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, lovely room! Everything was there that we needed, sink in the bathroom had some dirty marks in it but apart from that minor detail everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sue

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