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Sumner Bay Motel & Apartments

3.5 star property
3.5-star aparthotel near Sumner Beach

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Beach nearby
Deluxe Studio Apartment | Private kitchenette
Ground Floor Superior Studio
First Floor Superior Studio
Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchenette

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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26 Marriner Street, Sumner, Christchurch, 8081
  • Sumner Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • New Brighton Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Lyttelton Harbour
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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First Floor One Bedroom Apartment | Living area

First Floor One Bedroom Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Ground Floor Superior Studio

Ground Floor Superior Studio

  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Spit Level One Bedroom Apartment | Living area

Spit Level One Bedroom Apartment

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

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First Floor Superior Studio

First Floor Superior Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Studio Apartment | Living area

Deluxe Studio Apartment

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Christchurch

Sumner stay.At this Sumner aparthotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Sumner Beach and Cave Rock. Also, Taylor's Mistake Beach is within 3 miles (5 km) and Godley Head Lighthouse is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Sumner Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • New Brighton Beach - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Taylor's Mistake Beach - 6 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Lyttelton Harbour - 9 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Christchurch Gondola - 9 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 35 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • Burgerfuel
  • Coffee Culture
  • ‪Dotcom - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Spur On Redcliffs - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KO-1 Cafe - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Sumner Bay Motel & Apartments

3.5-star aparthotel near Sumner Beach
Sumner Bay Motel & Apartments offers its guests laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Christchurch aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 2004
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
Sumner Bay Motel & Apartments offers 12 accommodations with DVD players and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Accommodations at this 3.5-star aparthotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
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The price is CA $107
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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: NZD 20 per stay

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Netflix

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Fee: NZD 20 per pet per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Free local calls
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 12 units
  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2004
  • Traditional architecture

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20.0 per stay.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 20.0 per night.

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 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 20.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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 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. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

National rating

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Property is also known as

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Sumner Bay Motel & Apartments Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 201 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 201 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 201 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 201 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 201 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Christine

Travelled with pets
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The managers at the property are GREAT - helpful and very welcoming. It’s centrally located, near the beach and local shops.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

DALE

Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

J P

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Sumner break

Great place to stay, hists excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guillaume

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Fab spot!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcome to motel was great. The motel is clean. Lovely linen. Excellent shower. Great value 😊
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayden

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The couple running this motel are awesome. Sumner Beach is such a great village to unwind. So close to the city yet a lot more laid back. The beach and variety of eateries are all walkable from this motel. Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Henderson

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and property was great. Flexible and supportive of our needs. Would come back anytime!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great location, relaxing stay

This place has a great location just a block from the Sumner esplanade and walking distance to a dozen or so places to eat. The unit was spacious, functional, and safe. We had plenty of space for all of our stuff and it was a great place to relax and enjoy our time here. It's a bit dated (especially the carpet) but overall was a good place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Modern and convenient. Sumner is a great holiday spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Really lovely spot in sumner. The owners were super nice and helpful and the shower was one of the best showers I’ve had in my entire life.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Margaret

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great spot near the beach

Nice and close to the beach. Communication was great and the room had everything needed to cook a small meal. Outside of the busyness of Christchurch, this is a great town to visit and place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean rooms in a great location. Friendly staff as always. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Ok
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great weekend off the radar

Always great to stay here, great service as always, so easy to walkabout, lots of food and drink options
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for yet another gorgeous stay! Love the family room we get each visit. Super clean, lots of facilities and great staff - thank you! Sumner is such a beautiful place - love the beaches, people, local shops and restaurants. We will be back. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Back to off the radar

Always fantastic to stay here, new owners and they are top people, love Sumner, walkable, heaps to do and friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean amenities-filled apartment centrally located to dining, grocery store, shopping, beach. Very friendly and helpful hosts. Enjoyed our stay and would definitely return. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tushka

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Fantastic stay - great location.

This property was recommended to us as a great place to stay when travelling with your family dog. It didn't disappoint. Communication was fabulous, the apartment was clean and had what we needed for our stay. Fantastic location for access to beaches and walkways as well as Sumner village. Highly reccommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location walking distance to beach and town restaurants etc Could not be better . Could not recommend more will be back
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Josie

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We booked for three nights, did not stay, found another Hotel and left without a refund. This is not worth the money, very dirty, very out dated.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

cation and staff was very friendly responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024