Name: Ashford Motor Lodge
Address: 35 Papanui Road, Christchurch, NZ

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Enjoy recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool, a terrace, and a garden. This motel also offers complimentary Wi-Fi, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). Continental breakfast is available daily between 3:00 AM and 3:00 PM for a fee. Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage. Free self-parking is available onsite. Make yourself comfortable in one of the 28 guestrooms, each equipped with a kitchenette (refrigerator and microwave), pillowtop bed, and LCD TV with cable programming. Complimentary Wi-Fi and free local calls are also provided. Located in Christchurch's Merivale neighborhood, Ashford Motor Lodge is within a 5-minute walk of Hagley Park and Papanui Road. This upscale motel is a short drive from Sumner Beach (8. 3 mi) and Lyttelton Harbour (9. 1 mi).

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Guest scores & sentiment

From 200 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-17

Guests praise the convenient location, spacious/clean rooms, full amenities, and friendly staff offering good value. Common complaints include Wi-Fi data limits, poor soundproofing, dated facilities, cleaning oversights, and lack of AC in summer.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Location9.2

Rooms9.1

Cleanliness9.0

Surroundings9.0

Value8.9

Service8.9

Wi-Fi8.7

Facilities8.7

＋ PraisedPrime location & walkability · Spacious & clean units · Great value & pet-friendly · Friendly & accommodating staff

－ ComplaintsPrivacy concerns & occasional noise · Hard bedding & dated fixtures · Parking constraints & booking mix-ups · Poor soundproofing

KEYSuitable for families and budget travelers. Request specific room layouts, choose upper/rear units for quietness, and bring cooling aids in summer.

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Room types · 3

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One-Bedroom Apartment

1 × Twin bed / 1 × Sofa bed / 1 × Queen bed / 1 × Sofa bed / 1 × Queen bed48 ㎡up to 5

This apartment features a living room and a kitchenette. Some apartments have full kitchen facilities including an oven and a cook top. Some apartments also offer a spa bath available upon prior request and subject to availability. Dog Friendly bookings are welcome in this room type however they are only allocated downstairs units. Please advise if you are bringing a Dog.

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Superior Studio

1 × Queen bed48 ㎡up to 2

This studio features a kitchenette with microwave, fridge and tea/coffee making facilities, iPod dock and dining table. Dog Friendly bookings are welcome in this room type however they are only allocated downstairs units. Please advise if you are bringing a Dog.

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Two-Bedroom Apartment

1 × Queen bed48 ㎡up to 6

This apartment features a living room and a kitchenette. Some rooms have full kitchen facilities including an oven and a cook top. Some apartments come with a mezzanine flooring and some in all one level. Some apartments also offer a spa bath available upon prior request and subject to availability. Dog Friendly bookings are welcome in this room type however they are only allocated downstairs units. Please advise if you are bringing a Dog.

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Facilities · 59

All facilities & services listed by the hotel (aggregated across sources).

Offsite parking discounted rates availableSwimming poolFamily roomsBBQ facilitiesLuggage storageExpress check-in/check-outSafety deposit boxFax/photocopyingFacilities for disabled guestsParkingPets allowedPrivate check-in/check-outGrocery deliveriesAllergy-free roomHeated poolLower bathroom sinkOutdoor furnitureShallow endFence around poolStaff adhere to local safety protocolsGuest rooms disinfected between staysCleaning standards that are effective against CoronavirusPhysical distancing rules followedHand sanitizer in guest room and key areasCashless payment availableFire extinguishersFirst aid kit availableContactless check-in/check-outInvoice providedGuests can opt-out any cleaning services during staySmoke alarmsKey accessCCTV outside propertyAccess to health care professionalsFace masks for guests availableSecurity alarmInternet accessJapanese gardenExpress check-inExercise/lap poolOffsite parking discounted rates availableBulk dispenser for toiletriesPool sun loungersPrivate picnicsSecured parkingSelf parking (surcharge)Beach umbrellasSupervised childcare/activitiesSwimming nearbyTelevision in common areasAccess to nearby outdoor poolWater sports equipmentFree wired internetGolfing on siteHousekeeping on requestNon-smoking roomsTour deskNon-smoking throughoutWheelchair accessible

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Nearby & map

Sights

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Canterbury Museum

museum

museum in Christchurch, New Zealand

1.3km

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Christchurch Town Hall

culture

performing arts centre in Christchurch, New Zealand

1.1km

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Christ Church Cathedral

place_of_worship

Ruins of the former Christ Church Cathedral, New Zealand

1.6km

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Al Noor Mosque

place_of_worship

mosque in Christchurch, New Zealand

1.9km

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Christchurch Botanic Gardens

park

botanical gardens in New Zealand

1.3km

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Christchurch Art Gallery

museum

art museum in Christchurch, New Zealand

1.3km

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Hagley Park

park

164.6-hectare park in Christchurch, New Zealand

1.3km

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Cathedral Square

landmark

square in Christchurch, New Zealand

1.6km

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