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Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

3.5 star property
Christchurch hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe
Exterior
Children's area
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Business Studio | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
In Burnside, Airport Gateway Motor Lodge offers a nature-inspired retreat with a playground, garden and terrace. Connect to in-room WiFi, enjoy breakfast at the on-site restaurant or grab a snack from the vending machine. Guests rave about its overall value and proximity to the airport.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Ski facilities
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Ski storage
  • 24-hour room service
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Playground on site
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
$67 nightly
The total price is $78
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Total with taxes and fees

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Economy 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Economy 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Studio | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Economy Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(108 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Economy 2 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Premium Economy 2 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 560 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Economy 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Premium Economy 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 560 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Economy 3 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Premium Economy 3 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 807 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Economy 2 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Economy 2 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 560 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Business Studio | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Business Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
45 Roydvale Avenue, Burnside, Christchurch, 8005

What's nearby

  • International Antarctic Centre - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • University of Canterbury - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Riccarton Road - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Westfield Riccarton Mall - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Hagley Park - 7 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 3 min drive
  • Christchurch Railway Station - 13 min drive
  • Rolleston Station - 17 min drive
  • Rangiora Station - 23 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Avonhead Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Sevantis Restaurant & Cafe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Old Street - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪BurgerFuel - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge is just 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from the airport and offers a free shuttle (available 24 hours). For a bite to eat, guests can check out Bar and Bistro, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli are offered, and in-room conveniences at this eco-certified hotel include refrigerators and microwaves. The helpful staff and overall value get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 72 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
DONE

Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Playground

What to do

  • Bicycle tour information
  • Discount at nearby fitness center
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Skiing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike cleaning
  • Bike storage
  • Ski storage

Facilities

  • 7 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Bicycle parking
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 5 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hand-held showerheads
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 65-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Stocked minibar (select free items)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Rice cooker
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Dining

Bar and Bistro - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 15.90 to 28.90 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 30.0 per night

Parking

  • RV/bus/truck parking is available for an extra charge

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

Does Airport Gateway Motor Lodge offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Airport Gateway Motor Lodge does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Airport Gateway Motor Lodge?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Airport Gateway Motor Lodge?

Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Airport Gateway Motor Lodge?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Airport Gateway Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Airport Gateway Motor Lodge?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Christchurch Casino (10-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Airport Gateway Motor Lodge and nearby?

Have fun with nearby winter activities like skiing, and in warmer months enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Airport Gateway Motor Lodge?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Bar and Bistro.

What's the area around Airport Gateway Motor Lodge like?

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge is in Burnside, a short 3-minute drive from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) and 8 minutes' walk from Russley Golf Club.

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Airport Gateway Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Restaurant
Location
Shuttle
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Breakfast
Bathroom
Value

What guests liked

  • The airport shuttle service was convenient, reliable, and greatly appreciated by guests. (73 reviews)
  • Breakfast was lovely and a great experience at the property. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Very comfy bed, very convenient for airport departures
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great facilities, excellent food at restaurant.
Carol, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very clean,great service from all the staff,and a well appointed facility at a great price,I would certainly recommend this place to anyone.
Bruce, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Perfect location to the airport, friendly staff, comfortable sleep.
Amanda, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

My stay was enjoyable due to the clean, modern room & friendly staff.
Sharon, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Staff were extremely friendly & efficient. Restaurant was great , service was professional & prompt.
Sam, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Perfect for our purpose. Enjoyed our stay.
Jan, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I really enjoyed the meals in the restaurant. The unit was warm and comfortable and even tho it was on the street side, it was very quiet.
Breakfast.
Rosemary, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

Very comfortable bed, excellent location, great staff Unit we were in is in need of a makeover
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Good room beds are comforting, nice staff and food is good
Monish, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great stay in a great location and an awesome team.
Steffan, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Always use this place when I'm near the airport catching planes or picking people up great location
Gina, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Stayed just for the night to catch an early flight, but service and room exceeded our expectations. Will definitely be back if in the area.
HENRY, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Large rooms, good onsite breakfast
Mark, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Great location, airport shuttle and clean rooms
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Very comfortable bed and lounge area. Loved the big TV.
Diana, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Everything was good staff really helpfull
Richard, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Motel was near the airport and easy to check in
Laurel, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Location is perfect for the airport and the upgraded room was nice
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay when you transferring thru Christchurch. Shuttle picks you up from and drops you back to airport. Dining was very good. Lovely meal
Trish, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

StRong hot shower. Good bed.
Karene, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

So convenient to have affordable car parking available while overseas, the shuttle to and from airport was fantastic, especially on the return trip, arriving at midnight , to arrive to our room with heat pump on and a toasty warm unit was much appreciated Big shout out to Lexi for her great service and attitude
Debbie, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely and clean
Christina, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff where all lovely. Had a great meal at the restaurant.
Amanda, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Amazing staff , close to everything and beautiful rooms
Matt, 1-night trip