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Avon City Motel

2.5 star property
Motel perfectly located for exploring Redwood

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Two Bedroom Family Apartment | View from room
Studio
Terrace/patio
Studio | Private kitchenette
Garden

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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402 Main N Rd, Christchurch, Canterbury, 8051
  • Place, Murchison Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Styx River
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, St Bede's College Porforming Arts Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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A bed with a grey quilt, two pillows, a yellow patterned bedspread, and two rolled towels.

One Bedroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a dining area with chairs.

Large Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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A room with two beds, each with a red and white pillow, and a small table with a black object on it.

Two Bedroom Family Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

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One Bedroom

One Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Large Studio

Large Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Studio

Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Two Bedroom Apartment

Two Bedroom Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Two Bedroom Family Apartment

Two Bedroom Family Apartment

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Christchurch

Redwood stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Redwood motel, you'll find Murchison Park and Styx River. Northlands Shopping Centre and Papanui Road are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Murchison Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Styx River - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • St Bede's College Porforming Arts Center - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Owen Mitchell Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Wolfbrook Arena - 16 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 21 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Papanui Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Robert Harris Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Redwood Souvlaki - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Muffin Break - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Avon City Motel

Motel perfectly located for exploring Redwood
As a guest of Avon City Motel, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Christchurch motel.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Avon City Motel offers 8 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to furnished patios. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers.

This Christchurch motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: NZD 12 for adults and NZD 12 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 (single-level property)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

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

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 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 10:00 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 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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 12 for adults and NZD 12 for children

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 onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector 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

Avon City Motel Motel
Avon City Motel Christchurch
Avon City Motel Motel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

How close is Avon City Motel to the airport?

Avon City Motel is 6.1 mi (12-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 Avon City Motel?

As of Jun 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Avon City Motel on Jun 26, 2026 start from CA $88, 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 Avon City Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Avon City Motel.

How close is Avon City Motel to the beach?

This motel is 7 mi (18-min drive) from New Brighton Beach and 13.6 mi (27-min drive) from Sumner Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Avon City Motel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Avon City Motel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 12 for adults and NZD 12 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 8:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Avon City Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Christchurch Casino (9-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Avon City Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Avon City Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Avon City Motel have a pool?

Avon City Motel does not have a pool.

Does Avon City Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Avon City Motel to downtown Christchurch?

Avon City Motel is 4.2 mi away from Christchurch.

Avon City Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room spotless, everything was great!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elwood

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless and had all we needed
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Øyvind

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The owners/host are very velcoming, friendly and the place is great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ange

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous spot, beautiful gardens and super friendly staff. Highly recommend would 100% stay again. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners are so friendly and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Older style motel, very clean, lovely hosts, close to take aways, pretty garden, value for money and would happily stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would have to say this was the best, most friendly motel my wife and I have ever stayed in and could not have been more convenient as we were there from Melbourne to visit my brother in Summerset retirement village for his 88 birthday.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hosts were great. Friendly with good information.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and facility.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Kind and friendly host.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly owners, quick and easy check-in, and plenty comfortable.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners were lovely and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were friendly, the area was quiet and well kept, and it was a great place to rest up for all of our activities.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Amenities
Easy clean and perfect for overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good place to stay. Very clean and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philippa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and perfect motel for what we needed - comfortable bed for the night and clean. Super lovely hosts who made sure everything was as we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb

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

Wonderful value for money

Really comfortable stay here, great value for money. Wonderful service from Bon. Can highly recommend. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Garth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners do a good job of running an efficient motel. The gardens are well kept, the rooms are clean and there is plenty of easy parking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was a nice place to stay. Could of done with a outside shelter as it was teeming with rain and was nowhere to have a smoke and could help with going from wet to dry carpet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful and personable hosts that take a lot of pride in their business.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and the option to have washing done and dried returned to your room nicely folded 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A convenient location for our stay. Room serviced daily. Facilities were good. Made accommodation for safe storage of my electric bike. Ample parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent motel. Only comment is that the hot water is very hot.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gardens are also well maintained & welcoming. I would not hesitate to recommend the Avon City Motel to anyone & would stay there in future if in Christchurch
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023