Garden City Motel

3.5 star property
Suburban motel in Christchurch with free parking

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Comfort Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area
Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms
Comfort Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen
Property entrance
Garden

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$127
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct

Explore the area

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242 Main North Road, Redwood Papanui, Christchurch, Canterbury, 8051
  • Place, St George's Hostpital
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Hagley Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Christchurch Casino
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Comfort Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Deluxe Super King Studio, with Extra Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 4 Twin Beds

Standard Queen Studio

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
Tempur-Pedic bed
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

King Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Garden
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
Tempur-Pedic bed
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Christchurch

At Garden City Motel you'll be 4 km (2.5 mi) from Merivale Mall and 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from St George's Hostpital. Highlights at this motel include free self-parking, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a picnic area and express check-in. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM. There's also the convenience of RV/bus/truck parking. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Redwood motel include Christchurch Casino and New Brighton Beach.

What's nearby

  • Papanui Road - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • St George's Hostpital - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Merivale Mall - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Hagley Park - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Christchurch Casino - 8 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 11 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Khmer Cambodian Cuisine - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Coffe Culture - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Nando's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Redwood Souvlaki - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Garden City Motel

Suburban motel in Christchurch with free parking
Garden City Motel offers its guests a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Garden City Motel also features a picnic area, laundry facilities, and express check-in. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Christchurch motel.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1991
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Garden City Motel offers 10 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Beds feature Tempur-Pedic mattresses. 42-inch LED televisions come with premium digital channels. Accommodation at this 3.5-star motel has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: NZD 10 for adults and NZD 10 for children

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room cot
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • 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.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1991
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with premium digital channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:30 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 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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 10.00 for adults and from NZD 10.00 for children
  • Pet fee: NZD 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • Alcohol isn't served at Garden City Motel.

National rating

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Garden City Motel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Garden City Motel?

As of 24 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Garden City Motel on 28 Oct 2025 start from AU$127.07, 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 Garden City Motel?

Yep, Garden City Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Garden City Motel?

The closest beach to Garden City Motel is New Brighton Beach (13.1 km).

Is Garden City Motel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a picnic area, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Garden City Motel is a hit with families.

Does Garden City Motel serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental brekkie is served daily between 8:00 AM and 8:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Garden City Motel?

No, Garden City Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Garden City Motel?

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