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Aotea Motel

Property class: 3
3-star motel in Christchurch City Centre

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Two Bedroom
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One Bedroom
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Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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302 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch, 8013
  • Place, Bealey Avenue
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Barbadoes Street Cemetry
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Two Bedroom

Two Bedroom

  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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One Bedroom

One Bedroom

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Studio

Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Christchurch

Christchurch City Centre stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Christchurch City Centre motel, you'll find Barbadoes Street Cemetry and Southern Cross Hospital. Also, Bealey Avenue is within half a mile (1 km) and Margaret Mahy Playground is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bealey Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Barbadoes Street Cemetry - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Southern Cross Hospital - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cathedral Square - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 13 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yellow Cafe & Roastery - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Edgardo's Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Rydges Latimer - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Last Word - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Bolina Indian Sweets and Restaurant - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Aotea Motel

3-star motel in Christchurch City Centre
Aotea Motel offers its guests tour/ticket assistance and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Christchurch motel.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1970
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Smoking in designated areas
Aotea Motel offers 10 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee: NZD 13 to 18 for adults and NZD 13 to 18 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 24-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 9:00 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 9:00 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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 13 to 18 for adults, and NZD 13 to 18 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Aotea Motel to the airport?

Aotea Motel is 6.4 mi (19-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 Aotea Motel?

As of Apr 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aotea Motel on Apr 20, 2026 start from CA $83, 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 Aotea Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Aotea Motel.

How close is Aotea Motel to the beach?

This motel is 5.4 mi (16-min drive) from New Brighton Beach and 7.2 mi (19-min drive) from Sumner Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Aotea Motel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Aotea Motel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of between NZD 13 and 18 for adults, NZD 13 and 18 for children.

Is there a casino at Aotea Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Christchurch Casino (2-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Aotea Motel?

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

Is there free parking at Aotea Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Aotea Motel have a pool?

Aotea Motel does not have a pool.

Does Aotea Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Aotea Motel to downtown Christchurch?

Aotea Motel is 0.9 mi away from Christchurch.

Aotea Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 122 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fast and easy check in, polite staff even let us check in early. Room is bigger than expected too, and very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Keira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was cheap and a good location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Zayne

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We checked in on 30th of June, and this was by far the worst motel experiences we’ve ever had. The room was absolutely not as pictured, and the condition of the place was absolutely shocking. - The room was extremely dated and dirty - There were holes in the walls, peeling paint, and carpet lifting in places - The shower was disgusting – there was mould, grime, a used bar of soap with hair on it, and even used a loofah left behind - Hair and dirt were all over the carpet, so it clearly hadn’t been cleaned - The kitchen surfaces were wiped, but the cabinets were greasy, and one cabinet door was broken - We found an opened carton of milk in the fridge that had expired on 8 June (our stay was on 30 June) -The toilet seat was yellowing, the blankets were thin despite it being mid-winter, and there was a mystery stain on the bed (don't even want to know what it is!) We left immediately and booked another motel in town that was actually clean and welcoming. When we raised the issue with the manager, we got no apology and no refund. Even Expedia tried to get a refund on our behalf, but they were unsuccessful. We were later told by another motel that this property is often used for emergency housing — something that should have been disclosed upfront. This place is misleading, unhygienic, and completely unacceptable. If I could give it negative stars, I would!
Quite different from the advertised pictures....
Quite different from the advertised pictures....
Photo taken June 30th
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Jail cell.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value for money. Clean and everything we needed. Off road parking and convenient position.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Panipasa Faletui

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No TV remote or milk.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene, Awali

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel beds were the best I have ever slept on and I have travelled a lot! The hotel itself needed some TLC but it was safe, quiet, and comfortable. It was perfect for our family of 4. The owner was warm and welcoming. He even review his plans for renovations as he just purchased the hotel less than a year ago. I expect this place to be beautiful once the renovation are completed. I highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Frank

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager went out of his way to help us. We left our bags in the office because we arrived late in the evening from the train, and wanted to get food. When we came back to check in, he had taken our bags to our room for us. Such a nice man, and told us about things. This is a verynice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Ben

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenis

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

8/10 Good

Camilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff/owners here are incredibly friendly and helpful. The bed was soft, the room was clean and seemed relatively recently refurbished. The area doesn’t seem particularly nice, and there was some noise at night which woke me up.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karen

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not what we paid for

I have worked for more than 15 years , managing and cleaning in motels. When I made the booking online, the unit looked bright, clean and spacious. I took note of the room layout , size etc. The room given ,was completely different from what I was led to believe I had booked. It was small, cramped ,very dated, no nets on the bedroom windows, curtains hanging. Electrical tape over cracks in the bathroom door. Cracks in the walls and ceiling. An upside down shower mixer and thread bare shower curtain. No milk was offered , we had to go ask at the office for the wifi password. The managers were nice enough but barely onsite. One of our group checked out early being so disappointed with the room. I would never stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
great value for money - clean and comfortable room and close to central city. friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property is a bit dated but the hosts more than make up for that. Had an issue with being given a studio unit rather than the one bedroom unit that was booked on this site but the hosts moved us to a bigger unit as soon as they could. Easy off street parking and convenient to the city centre.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Dave

Liked: Staff & service

Booking Cancelled

Unfortunately there was an issue with my room which meant my booking was cancelled but the team made good by booking me in to another motel which was a budget accommodation but apparently it was more expensive than my original booking at the Aotea Motel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Some up dating of rooms. Ie new window latches. Sturdy tv shelf. Up to date cook top. All and all ok property just changed hands so i take it work in progress. Management very nice Would stay again if property up dated
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Shaleen

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Karen

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Herbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Manager very kindly arranged for late night checkin.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

TASHA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Christine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Ok for short term stay

Comfort was ok but bed too hard for my liking. The rooms need updating with efficient heat pumps and appliances such as hairdryers. Also small maintenance jobs needing to be done, eg windows sealing to prevent cold coming in.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Victoria Hartley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The rooms were very clean and the bedding was spotless. But my daughter had to swap beds because the first one was so uncomfortable. We couldn't sit on the sofa as it was very worn and felt like you were falling through it. The water pressure in the shower was non-existent. The motel in general felt bit tired, and the fittings were very dated. It was fine for a weekend where we didn't need to stay in all of the time, and convenient for getting into the cbd and to the competition we were attending.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm, clean and central
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023