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Northwood Motor Lodge

3.5 star property
Family-friendly motel with free airport shuttle and free casino shuttle

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BBQ/picnic area
Triple Studio
Property grounds
Studio Room | Private kitchen
One Bedroom Family Unit

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
15 May - 16 May

Explore the area

Map
170 Johns Road (SH1), Belfast, Christchurch
  • International Antarctic Centre
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • University of Canterbury
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Hagley Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Three Bedroom Unit

Three Bedroom Unit

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds

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Triple Studio | Private kitchenette

Triple Studio

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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One Bedroom Queen Unit

One Bedroom Queen Unit

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
HDTV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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One Bedroom Family Unit

One Bedroom Family Unit

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
HDTV
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Studio Room

Studio Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Christchurch

A family-friendly stay in Christchurch awaits you at Northwood Motor Lodge. You'll be 0.5 km (0.3 mi) from The Groynes and 7.2 km (4.5 mi) from International Antarctic Centre. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and balconies. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and barbecues. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a picnic area and express check-out. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Northwood motel include University of Canterbury and Hagley Park.
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What's nearby

  • International Antarctic Centre - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
  • University of Canterbury - 12 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Hagley Park - 12 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Mona Vale - 12 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Christchurch Botanic Gardens - 15 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 21 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Northwood Motor Lodge

Family-friendly motel with free airport shuttle and free casino shuttle
Northwood Motor Lodge offers its guests barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. A roundtrip airport shuttle (available on request) and A casino shuttle are free. The family-friendly Northwood Motor Lodge also features a picnic area, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Christchurch motel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1999
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Northwood Motor Lodge offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with free newspapers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. 32-cm flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Christchurch motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free return airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM on request
  • Free casino shuttle
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: NZD 8 to 12 for adults and NZD 8 to 12 for children

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Highchair
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-cm flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 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 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from noon to 7:00 AM

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.00 per stay.

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 8 to 12 for adults and NZD 8 to 12 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.00 per stay

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 on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. 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.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Chardonnay Motor Lodge Christchurch
Chardonnay Motor Lodge
Chardonnay Motor Christchurch
Chardonnay Motor
Chardonnay Motor Lodge
Northwood Motor Lodge Motel
Northwood Motor Lodge Christchurch
Northwood Motor Lodge Motel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Northwood Motor Lodge?

Northwood 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 Northwood Motor Lodge?

As of 4 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Northwood Motor Lodge on 15 May 2025 start from AU$162.70, 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 Northwood Motor Lodge?

Yep, Northwood Motor Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Northwood Motor Lodge?

The closest beach to Northwood Motor Lodge is Sumner Beach (17.3 km).

Is Northwood Motor Lodge family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Northwood Motor Lodge is a hit with families.

Does Northwood Motor Lodge serve breakfast?

Yep, continental brekkie is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Northwood Motor Lodge?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM on request.

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

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

Are pets allowed at Northwood Motor Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Northwood Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 129 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

harm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly managers beautiful garden very clean nice rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

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

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, such a lovely outlook and beautiful gardens, really nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuncheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and awesome staff. Definitely will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren, Gormans Hill NSW

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a lovely place to stay. Spacious and well appointed room. Outstanding value, service, location and cleanliness.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

SHIVASHANKARAN

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hosts were friendly and welcoming. Great for families with kids- trampoline and swing were great! Laundry is free which is rare. Very clean, nicely laid out, very quiet, would recommend to all!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

les and

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

Comfortable and newly renovated property.

Fabulous property with all the comforts of home. Newly renovated and early check-in were appreciated. Grounds and patio were lovely and all a short direct drive to the airport.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

MEI HSIN

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

Very clean.

The manager was very friendly. The room size is big and very clean. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raewyn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners are lovely made us feel very welcome. It was awesome sitting outside the studio with our coffees listening to the birds.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service- We were driven to the airport
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daisy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was nice and clean. The host was very kind. He let us add one extra guest last minute for free.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

sandy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent standard of comfort and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet at night. Close to airport.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Travelled with partner
Great place to stay very friendly welcome
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice quiet place to stay close to airport. Lots of space, lovely gardens. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vaibhav

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place. Would recommend for stays
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at the Northwood Motor Lodge. Staff were great & very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating owners as we were able to check in early and given some milk. Local walks on the doorstep.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Again, we have thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Peter and Tess are very friendly and helpful hosts. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024