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The Elmwood Motel

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
$144
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22

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91 Papanui Rd, Christchurch, Canterbury, 8014
  • Place, Papanui Road
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hagley Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Christchurch Casino
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

One-Bedroom Apartment with Bath

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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King Studio Apartment | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Studio Apartment

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

One-Bedroom Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom Apartment | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • 592 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive One-Bedroom Apartment with Bath | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive One-Bedroom Apartment with Bath

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive One-Bedroom Apartment | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive One-Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Ground Floor

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 King Bed

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One-Bedroom Apartment | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Roll-in Shower | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Roll-in Shower

  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Elmwood Motel

3-star motel in Merivale
This smoke-free motel features laundry facilities, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas. Change of towels is available on request.
The Elmwood Motel offers 23 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. These individually decorated accommodations include dining tables. 50-inch Smart televisions come with premium digital channels and Netflix. This Christchurch motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The Elmwood Motel features laundry facilities. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. Complimentary uncovered self parking is available on site. A total renovation of this property was completed in July 2024.

The Elmwood Motel is a smoke-free property.

Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 18 for adults and NZD 18 for children

Things to do

  • Books

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (28 inches high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1970
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - July 2024
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Tudor architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 8:00 PM to 8:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 18 for adults and NZD 18 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

The Elmwood Motel Motel
The Elmwood Motel Christchurch
The Elmwood Motel Motel Christchurch

Reviews

The Elmwood Motel Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic stay in this lovely refreshed motel. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice quiet room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

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

Excellent stay

Very clean, quiet and great room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Luqman

The place is so convenient to go access Christchurch. The room is nice too :)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tarryn

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Spacious and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great 3 night stay at the Elmwood, reception team and housecleaning were helpful and friendly. Certainty consider staying at the Elmwood on our next visit to Christchurch.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James, Auckland

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little out of town but easy 20 min walk to the CBD. Nice and quiet. The guy at reception was really friendly and helpful with dining tips.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was amazing! We liked it so much, we stayed twice as long as we had planned to.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this place! The room was delightful and comfortable. Everything was spotless. The bed was so comfortable. Despite being near a main road it was very quiet. Will definitely book again next time we are in Chch.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a motel in excellent condition. Recently refurbished and kept clean and tidy. It's quiet considering it's in town. We stopped here twice, first ti.e direct from the airport, 2nd to break a journey. Both times the guy on reception was very welcoming, offered milk with no prompting. 1st ti.e Expedia had failed to pay them despite taking the money from me! He was so relaxed about it he even apologised to me for the inconvenience and made the whole experience hassle free, such a nice guy!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our one bedroom unit on the ground floor was very spacious and comfortable and surprisingly quiet being right on a main road. Lots of off road parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We came to this property straight from our arrival at the airport. So we arrived very tired obviously. The accomodation was clean and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superb well priced merivale accomodation

Superb host. Amazing clean fresh renovation. Very pleased. One thing that must be considered is there is no air conditioner. For me a must for any accomodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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

Spacious and refurbished, Wonderful

Bueatifully refurbished. Large comfortable rooms. We loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025