Is parking available at the property?

Free self-parking is available on-site, but parking is limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.

Are airport shuttle services available?

Airport shuttle services are available, and the train station pick-up service is provided at no charge.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is centrally located in Christchurch, just steps from Bealey Avenue and 5 minutes on foot from Southern Cross Hospital. It is approximately 7.6 miles from Sumner Beach and 8.6 miles from Lyttelton Harbour.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, but the minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

Admiral Motel

What guests think

Reviews of Admiral Motel describe friendly hosts and generally spacious, clean units near central Christchurch, with many guests appreciating value, parking and laundry, while recurring downsides include dated interiors, traffic noise, and occasional maintenance, cleanliness, or heating and cooling issues.

Some guests highlight large apartment-style layouts that suit families and longer stays. Thoughtful touches such as late check-outs, welcome milk, and occasional airport or station pickups are praised. Overall, Admiral Motel suits value-seeking travellers who prioritise space and warm service over modern finishes and absolute quiet.

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Facilities

Guests appreciate the on-site laundry and available parking, including off-street spaces.

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Ken

18 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet good off street parking

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Carolyn

17 Jan 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

I particularly liked the hostess. There was a mix up in our reservations, but she sorted it. She also opened the laundry especially for us because we needed to wash and dry our clothes after arriving from Hamner Springs Hot Pools.

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Ricky

17 Nov 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Fint værelse med køkken. Gode og billige vaske faciliteter for enden af gården. Sørg for at have småpenge. Vi boede på 1. sal hvor der kun er adgang via trappe. Ligger i udkanten af CBD og desværre direkte ud til en meget trafikkeret vej, så forvent en masse støj derfra.

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Man Sze

2 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It's a cozy motel with kitchen and toilet. All clean and tidy. Free parking space. It takes around 30mins walk to the city center.

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Allan

24 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We were welcomed by friendly, helpful staff. Nothing was too much trouble 😊. We organised a pickup from the railway station which was so convenient. The price reflected the dated decor however the rooms were a great size, well equipped, clean & tidy and the beds were comfortable. Laundry facilities were great and Sky Sport was available for the RWC semifinal along with a late checkout…thanks 👍. The location is only 10 minutes walk to the centre of Christchurch and this suited our needs perfectly. I look forward to visiting again.

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Rone

5 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Awesome staff, welcomed us so warmly, provided with some milk and equipped with parking lots. Great stay

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Cleanliness

Many guests found units clean and tidy, but several reported issues such as mouldy showers, clogged drains, lingering smoke smells, and worn or dirty furnishings.

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Annette

26 Feb 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and spacious

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Chevaughan

28 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Affordable and large accomodation. Have stayed here a few times now and been impressed everytime, until this visit… We weren’t notified of the gigantic construction project right behind the apartment we were put in. Neighbours had a dog which while friendly and kept under control our child is scared of them. The backyard was locked off and grass and gardens way overgrown. The shower was covered in black mould and the floor was sunken in so the water pooled… sad to see it has gone downhill

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Audrey

20 Apr 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Nice location, safe place to parkand leave car, exterior and grounds in good condition. Interior is very dated and worn. Kitchen very old, stove very old and dirty, refrigerator old and froze food instead of keeping cold. Couch was old and broken. Carpet old, dirty and frayed. Everything was very old and heavily used.

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Eunju

1 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We arrived late at night on a late flight, but the room was already warm with the heater turned on, which was such a thoughtful touch. It made us feel very welcomed and allowed us to relax right away. The room was clean, cozy, and very comfortable. I had a great stay and would definitely come back again. Highly recommend!

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Yukiko

23 Apr 2025

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Stayed 1 night

施設が古いことは問題ありませんが、シャワールームの排水溝はヘドロと髪の毛で悪臭を放ち、お湯が流れなかった。マグカップは2つだけ置いてあり、1つはコーヒーを飲んだまま洗われていない状態でした。少量でもいいので、冷蔵庫にミルクは置いてほしい。

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Paul

10 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Good short term stopover, beds were comfortable but shower was slow to drain and quick look revealed the waste was clogged with hair and debris. No oven pans although got one from reception.

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Ann

18 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very dated which means hard to clean the bathroom. Looked tired and dirty

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Rob

3 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lovely spacious 1 bedroom unit, with full kitchen and a bath was a bonus! Top marks for allowing a 12.00 midday checkout at no extra cost. Unfortunately the cleanliness was a let down as was the faulty body wash and empty conditioner dispensers in shower. Overall was a nice 2 day stay and would return.

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Sue

17 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Convenient for what we wanted. Nice grounds. Google kept directing us to access from Colombo St which was not possible. Living & bedrooms were nicely done as have been refurbished but bathroom & kitchen are way past their use-by date as is the spouting. Attention to detail in cleaning could be vastly improved.

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Andrew

24 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Like a little home from home. Made to feel very welcome by the lovely owners. Had everything we needed for a short stay. Clean and tidy. What more could you ask for.

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Rooms

Units are spacious, apartment-style and comfortable with full kitchens, but the property is older with dated decor; traffic noise affects some street-facing rooms and temperature control can be challenging in hot or cold weather.

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Sonja

27 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lag aan een drukke weg, dus wel wat geluid. Accommodatie is prima, vriendelijke gastheer.

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Vimalraj

14 Dec 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Room very hot in summer especially room number 7 facing west. Old style rooms with only fan. Only positive is it is very near to city.

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Maurice

26 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed in a first-floor unit on the Bealey Avenue frontage. Traffic noise and street lighting were disturbing. Double glazing and adequate blinds and curtains would fix this problem.

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George

30 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is an old 1960s property which has been amateurishly renovated. Taps and kitchen cupboards are that old! Bedroom is a tight squeeze with 4 bedspaces. It is on main roads with traffic noise and sirens. There are no powerpoints in the bathroom. The microwave was in a dangerous location on top of the fridge. However, the proprietors were helpful and very nice.

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Mark

14 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The room was very cold on arrival and it took the heater hours to warm the place up. There was only one extra blanket. Reception does not open until 9 am so it was too late to get the milk which was supposed to have been in the fridge but wasn't. I think this motel is used for long-term homeless people as we seemed to be the only overnight-guests.

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Alex

22 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Hot water use would result in a loud pump going definitely on its last leg, otherwise in a good area central to everything and the room layout is quite classic

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Ricky

17 Nov 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Fint værelse med køkken. Gode og billige vaske faciliteter for enden af gården. Sørg for at have småpenge. Vi boede på 1. sal hvor der kun er adgang via trappe. Ligger i udkanten af CBD og desværre direkte ud til en meget trafikkeret vej, så forvent en masse støj derfra.

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Anis

9 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Spacious Comfortable Clean All you need in the kitchen to cook 20 min walk to city center

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Elizabeth

3 Nov 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Our upgrade was fabulous. Very well equipped comfortable and a whole apartment that was very clean and comfortable. The manager and his wife the receptionist were outstanding in B their welcome and willingness to help with every request. The pick up and drop off service was also greatly appreciated. This is a motel that we would recommend to anyone looking for a great location for a longer stay. Walking distance to everything and public transport at the door. A fantastic place to stay in Christchurch. We loved our time at Admiral Motel. Highly recommend

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HUI MIN

25 Aug 2023

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Too cold. The heater not warm enough. However, very spacious unit and friendly host.

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Service

Service is widely praised as friendly and accommodating, with helpful touches like late check-outs, local advice and occasional transfers; a few guests reported poor interactions.

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Efrianis Arika Hasibuan Binti

8 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful property! The owner was exceptionally kind and accommodating, allowing me to check out late due to my late arrival. Their compassion and understanding truly stood out. Highly recommended!

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Luiz Alexandre Chamorro

26 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent location and staff very helpful

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Zenko

24 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The motel was spacious and clean. We had a couple of issues during the first night of our stay, but the owners saw to them as soon as possible. Good location close to the city centre which made all local amenities accessible, especially by car. The owners were very welcoming and are doing their best to inject some life into what is an older style motel.

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Terence

14 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Property was very convenient with a variety of places to eat and drink close by. An easy walkable distance, 15mins, to central shopping and dining, the food market is a must, every conceivable range of food is there, amazing. All of this was recommended by the owners who were so friendly and welcoming

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Gerrit

14 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The team at the Admiral Motel are perfect examples of the NZ south Island hospitality!

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Gurpreet

23 Sept 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Amazing stay at Admiral. Rose is such a sweetheart. Hotel was fabulous, comfortable, spacious, clean and well maintained. They even picked us from Airport and were so friendly. Felt like we knew each other from long time. Would definitely stay again when I come to Christchurch and will bring my mom and baby as well next time.

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Lisa

5 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Rose and Terry are the most hospitable and helpful hosts. They went above and beyond to support me in regard to heling me manage my medical condition, moving supplies and no request was too much. They are gems!

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Elizabeth

3 Nov 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Our upgrade was fabulous. Very well equipped comfortable and a whole apartment that was very clean and comfortable. The manager and his wife the receptionist were outstanding in B their welcome and willingness to help with every request. The pick up and drop off service was also greatly appreciated. This is a motel that we would recommend to anyone looking for a great location for a longer stay. Walking distance to everything and public transport at the door. A fantastic place to stay in Christchurch. We loved our time at Admiral Motel. Highly recommend

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Prasad

26 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I'll definitely recommend the Admiral as I found it very convenient and the owner is very very helpful. The whole stay was seamless. We checked in at midnight, but the owners were so thoughtful that they left some food and biscuits for us at late night.

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Allan

24 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

We were welcomed by friendly, helpful staff. Nothing was too much trouble 😊. We organised a pickup from the railway station which was so convenient. The price reflected the dated decor however the rooms were a great size, well equipped, clean & tidy and the beds were comfortable. Laundry facilities were great and Sky Sport was available for the RWC semifinal along with a late checkout…thanks 👍. The location is only 10 minutes walk to the centre of Christchurch and this suited our needs perfectly. I look forward to visiting again.

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Location

Within a 10–20 minute walk of the CBD and attractions, with buses nearby; however, the Bealey Avenue frontage brings noticeable traffic noise and light for some units.

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Chung Hin Aaron

10 Nov 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A good amount of space for a family to stay near Christchurch - very short drive or walk to the CBD area

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Sonja

27 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Lag aan een drukke weg, dus wel wat geluid. Accommodatie is prima, vriendelijke gastheer.

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Maurice

26 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

We stayed in a first-floor unit on the Bealey Avenue frontage. Traffic noise and street lighting were disturbing. Double glazing and adequate blinds and curtains would fix this problem.

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Ricky

17 Nov 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Fint værelse med køkken. Gode og billige vaske faciliteter for enden af gården. Sørg for at have småpenge. Vi boede på 1. sal hvor der kun er adgang via trappe. Ligger i udkanten af CBD og desværre direkte ud til en meget trafikkeret vej, så forvent en masse støj derfra.

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David

14 Apr 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Nice comfortable motel room with large bedroom, bathroom & kitchen. 10 minute walk to the centre of Christchurch. Comfortable bed. Hot shower. Friendly and helpful management. Even provided us with free tickets for the central tram. Excellent value. Recommended.

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Man Sze

2 Jan 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It's a cozy motel with kitchen and toilet. All clean and tidy. Free parking space. It takes around 30mins walk to the city center.

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Qiong

8 May 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Property is very clean and homely. It is 10mins walk to the city and we enjoyed our staying at here.

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Stuart

9 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Central to christchurch

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Judith

23 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Close enough to walk into City Centre.

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Kristy

17 May 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff very friendly and helpful. Propery on the older side but was clean and tidy and bed was comfortable. Only 10 to 15 minute walk to most places in Christchurch but plenty of transport options if you don't want to drive.

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Dining

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Sheryl

13 Mar 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The owner was very helpful with giving me directions to city center, place for breakfast and she gave me a ride to the next hotel where my tour was beginning from.

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Terence

14 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Property was very convenient with a variety of places to eat and drink close by. An easy walkable distance, 15mins, to central shopping and dining, the food market is a must, every conceivable range of food is there, amazing. All of this was recommended by the owners who were so friendly and welcoming

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Prasad

26 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I'll definitely recommend the Admiral as I found it very convenient and the owner is very very helpful. The whole stay was seamless. We checked in at midnight, but the owners were so thoughtful that they left some food and biscuits for us at late night.

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1 $72	2 $65	3 $67	4 $72	5 $67	6 $96	7
8 $58	9 $68	10 $98	11 $97	12 $77	13 $86	14 $79
15 $63	16	17	18	19	20	21 $82
22 $75	23 $94	24 $101	25 $80	26 $55	27 $96	28
29 $77	30 $61

Admiral Motel

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Classic Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Deluxe Apartment

Basic Apartment, 1 Bedroom

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