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Airport Birches Motel

Property class: 3
3-star golf motel near Riccarton Road

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Bathtub
Exterior
Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen
Courtyard
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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390 Yaldhurst Road, Avonhead, Christchurch, 8042
  • Place, Riccarton Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Otukaikino Living Memorial Reserve
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Christchurch Public Hospital
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Bathroom

Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Air conditioning (Studio)

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Air conditioning (Studio)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen

  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Bathtub

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Spa

Executive Spa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

One Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 3

Two Bedrooms Apartment

  • Sleeps 5

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Private kitchen

One Bedroom Family Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

One Bedroom Spa Apartment

  • Sleeps 2

Two Bedrooms Family Apartment

  • Sleeps 5

Executive Spa Apartment

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Christchurch

Russley stay.Your stay at this Russley motel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Riccarton Road and University of Canterbury. Hagley Park and Christchurch Public Hospital are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Riccarton Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Otukaikino Living Memorial Reserve - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • University of Canterbury - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Hagley Park - 10 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 13 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 12 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪186 Cafe - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Monteiths Brewery Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Carl's Jr. - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sushi Time - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Airport Birches Motel

3-star golf motel near Riccarton Road
As a guest of Airport Birches Motel, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free at scheduled times. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Christchurch motel is smoke free.

  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Airport Birches Motel offers 11 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 43-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers.

This Christchurch motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 9:00 AM to 8:30 PM at scheduled times
  • Free self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site (NZD 8 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: NZD 10 per person

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 40

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 40
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 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 24 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
Guests should be aware that cats reside at this property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
The airport shuttle is not available during Easter Friday to Easter Monday and on 20th of December until 6th of January.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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 per person
  • Extended parking fee: NZD 8 per day
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 40 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 40 (subject to availability)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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 Airport Birches Motel to the airport?

Airport Birches Motel is 3.2 mi (7-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 Airport Birches Motel?

As of Apr 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Airport Birches Motel on May 22, 2026 start from CA $100, 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 Airport Birches Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport Birches Motel offers a free airport shuttle, available from 9 AM to 8:30 PM at scheduled times.

How close is Airport Birches Motel to the beach?

This motel is 13.1 mi (28-min drive) from New Brighton Beach and 14.3 mi (29-min drive) from Sumner Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Airport Birches Motel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Airport Birches Motel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 10 per person.

Is there a casino at Airport Birches Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Christchurch Casino (12-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Airport Birches Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Early check-in costs NZD 40 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Airport Birches Motel?

This motel offers free self parking. Extended parking is available for NZD 8 per day.

Does Airport Birches Motel have a pool?

Airport Birches Motel does not have a pool.

Does Airport Birches Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Airport Birches Motel to downtown Christchurch?

Airport Birches Motel is 5 mi away from Christchurch.

Airport Birches Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 412 out of 653 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 193 out of 653 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 653 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 653 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 653 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

xia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable. The staff are very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice modern, spotless, well designed rooms. Quick check-in and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conviently located,very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very clean, staff friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Elissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very clean and tidy, comfortable bed, quick easy check in, good location near the airport. The only issue was the security light on all night outside, shone through the curtains making the room too bright to sleep - maybe they could be on a timer to turn off at 10pm?
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grantley

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Farah

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The shuttle service is a joke! Making guests wait for 4 hours is ridiculous. Stop fake advertising. Room don’t feel clean, dusty and pots are dirty. Will never recommend to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It’s an older motel but the room was clean, and the bed really comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Impressed with shuttle service to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deni

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable rooms. Comfortable bed and great water pressure. We arrived late but were informed how to get in and what to do. Especially loved the biscuits, plenty of tea, coffee. sugar and milk. Very friendly lovely lady. Would definitely stay again and tell others to also.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a really interesting room with rounded walls. Very close to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Edwyn, New Plymouth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very satisfactory. Roomy and well equipped unit.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alton

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place to stay close to airport

This is a great place to stay and very convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Detlev

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Chris

Travelled with partner
Was a little run down
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

carla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely welcoming staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Chantal

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to airport
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Chee

Communication limited.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kara

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Perfect for the night before an early flight
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Quiet despite where it was situated.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice place by Airport

Don’t be fooled by the outside appearance if you are used to chain motels. Room was clean, beds were comfortable and it was quiet. Great place for a one night stay by the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bharath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025