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Arena Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Christchurch with free parking

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TV, DVD player
TV, DVD player
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
In-room safe, free WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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30 Whiteleigh Ave, Christchurch, 8002
  • Place, Apollo Projects Stadium
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Addington Raceway
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Wolfbrook Arena
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Jetted bath
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Studio, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Studio Pet

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

One Bedroom Pet

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Two Bedroom Apartment Pet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Studio Accessible

  • Sleeps 3

Studio

  • Sleeps 3

Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

Studio-Pet-Friendly

  • Sleeps 3

One Bedroom Pet

  • Sleeps 3

Two Bedroom Apartment Pet

  • Sleeps 5

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 3

About the area

Christchurch

At Arena Motel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Apollo Projects Stadium and The Court Theatre. Highlights at this motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-in and dry cleaning/laundry services. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of a free casino shuttle. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Addington motel include Lyttelton Harbour and Sumner Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Apollo Projects Stadium - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Addington Raceway - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Wolfbrook Arena - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Court Theatre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hagley Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 10 min walk
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maxine's Palace - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Speight's Ale House Tower Junction - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Little Merchants - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Culture - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Arena Motel

Motel in Christchurch with free parking
As a guest of Arena Motel, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in common area, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Public spaces have free WiFi. A casino shuttle and A train station pick-up shuttle are free. Arena Motel also features laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and express check-in. Free self parking is available.

This Christchurch motel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Arena Motel offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and a safe. Kitchenettes offer fridges, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and coffee/tea makers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and portable fans. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free train station pick-up shuttle
  • Free casino shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee: NZD 5 to 18 per person
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival 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

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20.0 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.

  • Breakfast fee: approximately NZD 5 to 18 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.0 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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
This property is professionally cleaned
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 Visa, Mastercard and American Express. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

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

What is the cancellation policy at Arena Motel?

Arena Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Arena Motel?

Yep, Arena Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Arena Motel?

The closest beach to Arena Motel is Sumner Beach (12.4 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Arena Motel?

No, Arena Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Arena Motel?

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

Arena Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 393 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 146 out of 393 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 393 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 393 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 393 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sharon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was slightly dated but very very clean. Shower pressure could be better. But over all I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joy

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

Great value

Very close to the railway station and Wolfbrook arena. It was very simple to take the bus from the airport, with one transfer, taking 40-50 minutes. They also provide a free shuttle service to the railway station for early departures. However, if you are planning to take the train you need to bring your own supplies as there are no groceries within walking distance from the motel. The motel is dated and has many signs of wear and tear, but for the price the room was clean, comfortable and with all the necessary facilities. The manager Andrew is so nice and hospitable. Recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I Loved It All
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
Very Nice Motel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Hannah

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The owners are lovely people but the place is pretty run down. It was a ok place for a night to go to a concert and an ok place to rest your head.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was able to arrange late check-in which suited us
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ollie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
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Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lift to station
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ron

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Windows with broken catches and won’t close
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Eleanor

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had everything we needed for one night flight before early morning trip to the airport. Unable to contact by phone for shuttle service from railway but plenty of taxis so not a big problem. Very cheerful staff member at early checkout next day.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Ellicott City

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy transfer to the train!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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

Great one-night stay!

Be sure to call in advance if you're arriving at the train station and Andrew will pick you up! I appreciated the upgraded room when I was late to arrive. Andrew has a fascinating back story that I was happy to hear about!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Helen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Got to bring our dog with us and the owners are very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Winston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to shops and the sports facilities in the area which can be walked to.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
You got what you paid for
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Charlotte

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Not the best but not the worst. The laundry room was purely trashed. Our "suite" had an ant issue. For one night, it was okay. The van to the train station was surprising and awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Daniel and Niharika

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice and sunny was clean just a little worn in the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Kerry

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
5th bed not made up and no pillow case provided. Burnt taste to tea as burnt botom in jug. Hotel transfer excellent with very politendriver.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved being able to have my dogs
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Maria

Well priced for what the motel offered. Will use again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024