298 Westside Motor Lodge

4.5 star property
Motel with free parking, steps from Riccarton Road

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Premier Studio with Large Bath
Front of property
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen
Upstairs  Apartment, Multiple Beds
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms with Large Bath | Living area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026

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298 Riccarton Road, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch, 8041
  • Place, Riccarton Road
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Canterbury
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Westfield Riccarton Mall
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premier Studio with Large Bath

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Hairdryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Upstairs Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
  • 42 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
  • 50 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms with Large Bath

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
  • 60 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed, 3 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

Apartment, 2 Queen Beds (with bath)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Upstairs Apartment, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Christchurch

At 298 Westside Motor Lodge you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Riccarton Road and University of Canterbury. Highlights at this motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4.5-property class Upper Riccarton motel, you'll be 1.3 km (0.8 mi) from Westfield Riccarton Mall and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Hagley Park.

What's nearby

  • Riccarton Road - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • University of Canterbury - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Westfield Riccarton Mall - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Mona Vale - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Hagley Park - 5 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 5 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee Culture - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dubba Dubba - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Welcome Chinese Vegetarian Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Joe's Garage - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Hello Vietnam - ‬6 min walk

About this property

298 Westside Motor Lodge

Motel with free parking, steps from Riccarton Road
There's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly 298 Westside Motor Lodge. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Christchurch motel is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • No smoking on site
298 Westside Motor Lodge offers 18 accommodations with DVD players and a hairdryer. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature Select Comfort mattresses. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Accommodation at this 4.5-star motel has kitchens with fridges, stovetops and microwaves.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10 AM for a fee: NZD 18 for adults and NZD 10 for children
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 30
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 40
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 10:30 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 10:30 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

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 15.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per night.

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: from approximately NZD 18 for adults and from NZD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 40 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 15.0 per night

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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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 accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at 298 Westside Motor Lodge?

298 Westside Motor Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at 298 Westside Motor Lodge?

As of 17 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 298 Westside Motor Lodge on 15 Jan 2026 start from AU$152.69, including 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.

Is parking available at 298 Westside Motor Lodge?

Yep, 298 Westside Motor Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to 298 Westside Motor Lodge?

The closest beach to 298 Westside Motor Lodge is Sumner Beach (14.8 km).

Does 298 Westside Motor Lodge serve breakfast?

You bet, continental brekkie is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at 298 Westside Motor Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at 298 Westside Motor Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at 298 Westside Motor Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

298 Westside Motor Lodge Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 203 out of 385 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 153 out of 385 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 385 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 385 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 385 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and staff were super kind. But the room is old and the shower is a wet room (no shower boundaries except for shower curtains) so the whole bathroom floor gets wet, and the shower water pressure is very weak.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and super friendly staff 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Good choice near the University of Canterbury

I stayed 10 nights in a one-bedroom apartment at the 298 Westside Motor Lodge. It was quiet and comfortable. The kitchen was well-equipped to meet my needs. There were extra electrical outlets added in the bedroom, but more were needed on the wall in the living room, as the TV took up all the outlets yet I wanted to work with my laptop at the table. Wifi dropped out a few times but only for a short while. The free use of a washing machine for laundry was help[ful.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Stewart

Business traveller, Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Average acondition

Good location but room condition is average
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice tidy property central to a lot of shops etc
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damian

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

Good for a short stay FRIENDLY managers

Quick stopover before early flight.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Yoon Pwint

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

T

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms clean beds comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Clean and spacious
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Christchurch airport for last night of our South Island adventure . Lovely quiet room with an awesome bed & spa bath . Nice 👍
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veniola

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet, easy parking, staff were very polite and helpful
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MALCOLM

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

Clean, Comfortable and Well Equipped.

I can't fault the hotel.. Its the second time I have used it and when I come over again from the U.K to see my brother in Christchurch I'll use the same hotel. Its clean, comfortable and well equipped and the staff are friendly. And considering it is on a main road it is very quiet
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Shaneel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Generally ok. The parking is quite tight and the room service was hit and miss, we have service where they clean and tidied but didnt provide additional soap or washing items. We did ask for it and got it but strange that it wasnt topped up every night. Unfortunately the spa is a complete let down, in the process of filling up the spa the hot water runs out so it isnt possible to fill the spa with hot water and there is no heater function for the spa. Once the hot water runs out, you are stuck having to shower with cold water as there is no hot water left and to top it off the clog would allow water to get through so you generally dont have a good bath either way.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Vish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Relatively small place for the family with a kid
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

albert l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Room needs updating
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Hazel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Changed room for me when said it was very noisy next to road
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Doug

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Conagh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed over night but was excellent for what we wanted
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff extremely helpful and pleasant. Room and linen felt clean. Parking ok for smallish vehicle.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Tom

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to key shopping areas. Our room was right next to a major road. It was a little loud. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025