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Airport Gateway Christchurch

Property class: 3.5

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a wardrobe, and an air conditioning unit.
A patio with a table and chairs, a sliding glass door, and a wooden pergola.
A compact living space with a kitchen, dining area, and seating.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a faucet, and a backsplash with a mosaic tile pattern.
A bar area with stools, a counter, and a refrigerator stocked with bottles.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept

Explore the area

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45 Roydvale Avenue, Burnside, Christchurch, 8005
  • Place, Russley Golf Club
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Nunweek Park Hockey Field
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, International Antarctic Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a clock, and a bedside table with a notepad.

Room

  • Sleeps 7
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a TV, and a chair.

Motel Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(158 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wooden door.

Motel 1 Bedroom Unit

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly made bed with white and brown linens, a bedside table with a lamp, and a mirror on the wall.

Motel 2 Bedroom Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, and a door.

Motel 4 Bedroom Unit

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, multiple pillows, a headboard, and a window with curtains.

Hotel Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bathroom with a toilet, a trash bin, a shower, a sink, and a mirror.

Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

Hotel Twin Studio

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Christchurch

At Airport Gateway Christchurch you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Russley Golf Club and Nunweek Park. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a free airport shuttle. .The restaurant, Bar and Bistro, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Conference space and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of RV/bus/truck parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Burnside hotel include Hagley Park and Lyttelton Harbour.

What's nearby

  • Russley Golf Club - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mike Pero's Motorcycle Gallery - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Nunweek Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Nunweek Park Hockey Field - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • International Antarctic Centre - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 15 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kendal Fish & Chips - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Sushi Platter - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Strange Bandit by Luciano - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Club - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Airport Gateway Christchurch

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. There's an onsite business centre.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Airport Gateway Christchurch. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Christchurch hotel is smoke free.

  • 72 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 7 buildings
  • Deli
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Airport Gateway Christchurch offers 72 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars (stocked with some free items) and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 65-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Christchurch hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 15.90 to 28.90 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bar and Bistro

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 7 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 65-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 30.0 per day.

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 15.90 to 28.90 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per day

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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

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.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

Airport Gateway Lodge
Airport Gateway Motor
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Airport Gateway Christchurch?

Airport Gateway Christchurch offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Airport Gateway Christchurch?

As of 6 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Airport Gateway Christchurch on 10 Sept 2026 start from AU$134, 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 Airport Gateway Christchurch?

Yep, Airport Gateway Christchurch has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Airport Gateway Christchurch?

The closest beach to Airport Gateway Christchurch is New Brighton Beach (16.3 km).

Does Airport Gateway Christchurch serve breakfast?

Yep, cooked-to-order brekkie is on offer daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Airport Gateway Christchurch?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Airport Gateway Christchurch?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Airport Gateway Christchurch?

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

Are pets allowed at Airport Gateway Christchurch?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Airport Gateway Christchurch?

There isn't one on site, but Russley Golf Club is a short 8-minute walk away.

Airport Gateway Christchurch Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 677 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 242 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1007 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Francisco Baldizsar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, close to city centre and airport. Friendly staff, great breakfast and dinner. We enjoyed staying there.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mihaly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room & close to airport
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed there 4 times now, extremely happy with the service and property.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. Exceptional service, convenient complimentary airport transfers, and great amenities in room. Very good value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and the room was clean and dinner was fantastic really enjoyed our brief stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mohammed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay but I had limited time
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for travellers with early flights to catch, courtesy coach was fantastic. Room was very neat and comfortable and all the staff were super helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff location to the airport and clean unit just perfect for a one night close to the airport
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim Khim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are very efficient
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay the staff were lovely and the night porter checking to see we had everything we needed was great, only improvement would be having an allocated parking space, restaurant food was wonderful meal, and all staff super friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karishma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and friendly staffs
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

BRYSON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast menu was good, staff were helpful and easy to deal with. Overall a good place to stay if you want quick access to/from the airport
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Handily located to the Airport at a reasonable price. Shower was a bit of a challenge, very slippery, no shower mat.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Avon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Menu was great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice older motel. Staff was very friendly offering welcome gift
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brent

The staff were extremely accommodating and helpful, check-in was easy, the restaurant comfortable and food great. The room was perfect for our family. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free easy parking. Staff always outstanding. Clean comfortable rooms. Restaurant excellent. Always stay here in Chch.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant room
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and convenient place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely helpful staff, comfortable beds, clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed staying here two separate times. The rooms were spacious. The staff were very helpful. Very convenient to the airport and restaurants. I appreciated the extra care that was taken getting my nephew to and from the airport when he lost his passport. I would definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay close proximity to airport, clean modern units really helpful staff. Definitely will stay there again. Great value.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026