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Garden City Motel

3.5-star property
242 Main North Road, Christchurch, Canterbury 1800 796 370
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4.1 out of 5
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"Lovely warm inviting property. Had all the comforts and the price was such a bargain Took our dog with us and " More

By a verified traveller on Tue 17 Oct 2023

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Hotel Description

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-star Redwood motel include Christchurch Casino and New Brighton Beach.

King Studio

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
AU$107* Per night/room 30 Apr. - 1 May

Comfort Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

Deluxe Super King Studio, with Extra Bedroom

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

Standard Queen Studio

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

Garden City Motel ratings based on 44 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.1 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Garden City Motel

Everyone (21) Couples (12) Family (9)
4 out of 5
Lovely warm inviting property. Had all the comforts and the price was such a bargain Took our dog with us and

Posted by on 17 Oct. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

3 Dec. 2023 by M&S

Many thanks for staying with us recently. We hope to see you in the future. Happy Christmas and a safe New Year

5 out of 5
Very friendly owners and dogs are most welcome

Posted by on 10 Oct. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

10 Oct. 2023 by M&S

Thank you so much Sarah for your review. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay with your dog. We hope to see you again. Kind regards

5 out of 5
Our hosts at Garden City went above and beyond to provide us with early access to our unit so that we could prepare for a family funeral nearby. They were friendly and welcoming and made us feel at home.

Posted by on 29 Jul. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

29 Jul. 2023 by M&S

Thank you for staying with us recently under such sad circumstances. Thank you for your kind review. We hope to see you again when you are next in Christchurch. Kind regards

4 out of 5
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Posted by on 29 Jan. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

2 Feb. 2023 by M&S

Thank you Kevin, your rating review is appreciated.

5 out of 5
Service was lovely, will be back again! Only note was that there were little spots of mould in one of the bedrooms and bathrooms - just needs a wipe :)

Posted by on 28 Aug. 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

28 Aug. 2022 by M&S

Thanks Chris for your review and comments noted. We look forward to having you say again.

5 out of 5
Lovely friendly people

Posted by on 28 Oct. 2021

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28 Oct. 2021 by M&S

Thank you for staying with us and we look forward to seeing you again in the future. Kind regards M&S

4 out of 5
easy access and friendly management made our stay comfortable

Posted by on 14 Feb. 2021

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Comment from Hotel Management

16 Feb. 2021 by M&S

Thank you for taking the time to review our motel

4 out of 5
Good sized unit, set back from road and very quiet.

Posted by on 12 May 2020

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5 out of 5
Wonderful unit and great location. We will definitely like to stay here again on our next visit to Christchurch.

Posted by on 30 Apr. 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

1 May 2019 by M&S

Thank you and we are pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. See you again when you are next in Christchurch. Kind regards

5 out of 5
Only spent a short time hear but wish it could have been longer thanks the the owners.

Posted by on 21 Jan. 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

22 Jan. 2019 by M&S

Thank you so much for your review. We hope to see you in the future. Kind regards

About the Garden City Motel

Location 242 Main North Road, Christchurch, Canterbury 8051

Property Features

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. A complete renovation of Garden City Motel was completed in 2016. 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

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry facilities
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • DVD player

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking , RV, bus, truck parking

Transport

  • Train station: Christchurch Railway Station (8.1 km / 5 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

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. Accommodations at this 3.5-star motel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • In-room kitchen
  • Private patio
  • Separate bedroom
  • Tempur-Pedic beds
  • Private outdoor space
  • LED television
  • Digital channels
  • Premium channels
  • DVD player
  • Refrigerator (full size)
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Kitchenware
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Cribs (free)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Exterior corridor access
  • Climate control (air conditioning)
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy continental breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 8:30 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM. 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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:30 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 7:30 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

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

Pet Policy

  • 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

Policies

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. 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 Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

  • No lifts
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms only
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Front desk opens daily at 8:30 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 8:30 PM
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is not available

Fees

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 10.00 for adults and 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.

Hotel Names

  • Garden City Motel
  • Garden City Motel Christchurch
  • Garden City Christchurch
  • Garden City Motel Motel
  • Garden City Motel Christchurch
  • Garden City Motel Motel Christchurch

You should know

  • 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.