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The Riverstone

5.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Northbrook Wetlands

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2 Bedroom Suite (Ground Floor) | Private kitchenette
2 Bedroom Suite (Ground Floor)
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4 Bedroom Apartment | Living area
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct

Explore the area

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18 Southbrook Road, Rangiora, Canterbury, 7400
  • Northbrook Wetlands
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Sequoia Reserve
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Rangiora Racecourse
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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1 Bedroom Accessible Suite

1 Bedroom Accessible Suite

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 King Bed

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2 Bedroom Suite (Ground Floor)

2 Bedroom Suite (Ground Floor)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually furnished

Spa Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 Bedroom Spa Suite

2 Bedroom Spa Suite

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually furnished

1 Bedroom Spa Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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2 Bedroom Suite

2 Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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2 bedrooms, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually furnished

Premium Studio, Upstairs

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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4 Bedroom Apartment | Living area

4 Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 183 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 9
  • 4 King Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Studio

Premium Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Accessible Studio

Accessible Studio

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Rangiora

At The Riverstone, you'll be 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from Northbrook Wetlands and 7.2 km (4.4 mi) from Rangiora Racecourse. Highlights at this motel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a corner/local shop and tour/ticket assistance. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 8:30 AM. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 5-property class Rangiora motel include Darjon Vineyard and Woodford Glen Speedway.
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What's nearby

  • Northbrook Wetlands - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Sequoia Reserve - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Rangiora Racecourse - 7 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Lake Pukaki - 9 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Hagley Park - 23 min drive - 28.5 km

Getting around

  • Rangiora Station - 4 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Thai Station - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Platform Bar, Restaurant and Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cocoa Black (Brick Mill Cafe) - ‬9 min drive

About this property

The Riverstone

Motel with free parking, near Northbrook Wetlands
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this motel measures 323 square feet (30 square metres) and includes conference space. The business-friendly The Riverstone also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in common area, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This 5-star Rangiora motel is smoke free.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 323 sq ft of conference space
  • 30 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2008
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Corner/local shop
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Riverstone offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This individually furnished accommodation includes desks. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Rangiora motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. 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

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM for a fee: NZD 25 to 30 for adults and NZD 25 to 30 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • High chair
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 323 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Handrails in stairways (89 centimetre high)
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (71 centimetre high)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2008
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 7:30 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 7:30 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 40.0 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 25 to 30 for adults and NZD 25 to 30 for children
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 40.0 per stay
  • High chair fee: NZD 30 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

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 high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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 high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Riverstone Motel
Riverstone Motel Rangiora
Riverstone Rangiora
Riverstone Motel
The Riverstone Motel
The Riverstone Rangiora
The Riverstone Motel Rangiora

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Riverstone?

The Riverstone offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Riverstone?

As of 11 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Riverstone on 2 Oct 2025 start from AU$183.06, 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 The Riverstone?

Yep, The Riverstone has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Riverstone?

The closest beach to The Riverstone is Leithfield Beach (17.6 km).

What makes The Riverstone a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Riverstone.

Is The Riverstone family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a corner/local shop and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and baby baths in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Riverstone is a hit with families.

Does The Riverstone serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental brekkie is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 8:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Riverstone?

No, The Riverstone does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Riverstone?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Riverstone?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Riverstone?

No, only service animals are allowed.