Is parking available at the property?

Parking is available on-site, but guests must contact the property in advance to reserve it. The parking is limited and includes free parking options.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee, which is approximately NZD 8 to 12 for both adults and children.

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

The standard check-in time is 2:00 PM, and check-out is at 10:00 AM. Guests can request early check-in or late check-out, but these requests are subject to availability and may incur additional charges. It is recommended to contact the property in advance for arrangements.

Are airport shuttle services available?

Airport shuttle services are available and are complimentary. Guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival to arrange the transfer.

What accessibility features does the property offer for guests with disabilities?

The property features limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible public areas. Guests are encouraged to contact the property for specific accessibility needs.

What is the location like in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Christchurch (Northwood), just a 1-minute drive from The Groynes and 7 minutes from the International Antarctic Centre. Other nearby attractions include Hagley Park and Mona Vale, both approximately 6 miles away. Public transport options are available in the area.

What are the policies regarding children staying at the property?

Children are welcome at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age, although the specific age limit is not provided.

What are the policies for additional guests, including extra beds and cribs?

The property offers cribs for infants at a fee of NZD 10.00 per stay. Specific details regarding extra beds are not provided, and it is advisable to contact the property for availability and any associated costs.

Northwood Motor Lodge

What guests think

At Northwood Motor Lodge, travellers consistently praise the exceptionally warm, hands-on hosts and lovingly kept gardens, alongside a quiet location that is convenient for Christchurch Airport and straightforward motorway access.

Many highlight thoughtful service, including complimentary or arranged airport lifts, flexible check-ins and outs, upgrades, and attentive help with plans. Rooms are spacious and well equipped with kitchenettes, with effective heating and comfortable beds noted by multiple guests. A few reviews mention limited dining and shopping within walking distance, plus isolated issues like a tricky dryer, hot water cooling after two showers or occasional noise. A dependable, welcoming base for short stopovers and relaxed family stays.

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Facilities

Guests appreciate the free laundry and the well-kept outdoor areas, including beautiful gardens and kid-friendly features like a playground and trampoline.

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les and

Dec 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Fabulous property with all the comforts of home. Newly renovated and early check-in were appreciated. Grounds and patio were lovely and all a short direct drive to the airport.

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Elizabeth

Dec 5, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Hosts were friendly and welcoming. Great for families with kids- trampoline and swing were great! Laundry is free which is rare. Very clean, nicely laid out, very quiet, would recommend to all!

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Yebeen

Jan 24, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

From assigning a room to going to the airport, I was able to stay and leave without lacking anything. All the staff are friendly, the rooms are quiet, and the washing machine and dryer run smoothly. I highly recommend staying in Christchurch for a short time for Koreans. Especially if you have a car, it's Woolworth or Asian Mart. I like that all the airports are close by. 방 지정부터 공항 샌딩까지 뭐 하나 부족함없이 머물다 갈 수 있었습니다. 모든 직원들이 친절하고 객실이 조용하며 세탁기 건조기가 잘 돌아갑니다. 한국인분들 크라이스트처치 잠깐 머무시면 강추합니다^^ 특히 차 있으시면 울월스나 아시안마트. 공항 모두 가까워서 좋아용

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Wendy

Dec 17, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful gardens and friendly staff. Great value for our 2 night stay in Christchurch.

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Nadine

Aug 20, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is not your typical motor lodge. It has everything you need, even had a playground and the best part…heated mattresses! And the owners are super nice :)

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Steen

Feb 12, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice couple running the motel. So clean and neat. Beautiful gardens with flowers.

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Luana

Feb 4, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed at the beginning and end of our journey. This place is immaculate, has everything you could possibly need, and the grounds are gorgeous! So many beautiful flowers!!! Peter is very accommodating! I can’t recommend this property more!

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Vivienne

May 17, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful staff warm meet and greet , friendly and very helpful. Lovely and convenient location and beautiful gardens and great parking. Excellent room and warm and clean .

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Annemarie

Mar 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Amazing experience! Super friendly - free laundry - clean nice rooms - and easy ride to the airport. Could not ask for more!

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Debbie

Oct 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed one night in room 1. It was super clean and smelled very clean. Bed was super comfortable and bathroom was roomy and warm. The flowers in the gardens and the grounds are just beautiful. We will definitely return.

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is a standout theme: rooms and grounds are described as spotless, immaculate and very well maintained, with consistent housekeeping.

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Robert

Oct 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent little motel. Very clean and tidy, friendly staff

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Rachel

Mar 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely stay at Northwood. Really clean, tidy, modern and very lovely hosts. Thanks for our stay, we will be back!

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Sarah

Feb 10, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

This place was absolutely lovely and restful. Beautiful room, well-appointed, comfy, and spotless. And a quick drive to the airport for our flight out the next day.

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Susan

Oct 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent, well equiped very clean spacious rooms. Comfy beds, very well kept Motel, pleasant, helpful staff.

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Corey

Jun 22, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Excellent room and service

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sonia

Jun 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Always friendly on arrival, accomodating and the property is very clean and tidy,

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Steen

Feb 12, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice couple running the motel. So clean and neat. Beautiful gardens with flowers.

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Danielle

Jul 12, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Super kind and friendly and super clean

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Luana

Feb 4, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed at the beginning and end of our journey. This place is immaculate, has everything you could possibly need, and the grounds are gorgeous! So many beautiful flowers!!! Peter is very accommodating! I can’t recommend this property more!

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Debbie

Oct 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed one night in room 1. It was super clean and smelled very clean. Bed was super comfortable and bathroom was roomy and warm. The flowers in the gardens and the grounds are just beautiful. We will definitely return.

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Rooms

Rooms are spacious and practical, with well-equipped kitchenettes, effective heating and comfortable beds; several note modern touches and quiet units.

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les and

Dec 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Fabulous property with all the comforts of home. Newly renovated and early check-in were appreciated. Grounds and patio were lovely and all a short direct drive to the airport.

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Laura

Jul 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We booked this as it was convenient to the airport. The owners were happy to arrange a late check in, and had heat pump going for us. We loved that. Rooms are immaculate and well equipped, we can see a lot of love and care has gone into the maintenance of this property. I’d happily recommend it, especially to those needing easy airport access. Thank you!

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MEI HSIN

Nov 30, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The manager was very friendly. The room size is big and very clean. Highly recommend.

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Susan

Oct 15, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very comfortable, clean, excellent facilities, very spacious. Pleasant, helpful staff.

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Sian

Oct 31, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Nice rooms, clean and pleasant. Good facilities to cook. Owner very welcoming and helpful. Thanks

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Sarah

Feb 10, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

This place was absolutely lovely and restful. Beautiful room, well-appointed, comfy, and spotless. And a quick drive to the airport for our flight out the next day.

10

Susan

Oct 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent, well equiped very clean spacious rooms. Comfy beds, very well kept Motel, pleasant, helpful staff.

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sandy

Nov 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent standard of comfort and facilities.

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Bryan

Jan 1, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

The host was so friendly, the property was really pretty (even better than I expected), the beds were comfortable, and the apartment was clean and had everything we needed including a stovetop. I’d stay there again!

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Debbie

Oct 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed one night in room 1. It was super clean and smelled very clean. Bed was super comfortable and bathroom was roomy and warm. The flowers in the gardens and the grounds are just beautiful. We will definitely return.

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Service

Service is warmly personal and highly accommodating, with help for airport transfers, flexible check-in/out, occasional upgrades, and proactive assistance.

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David

Mar 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Extremely clean with most accommodating owners willing to do the extras to accommodate: I,e.- assist in returning car to airport and providing shuttle service to airport at 3:00,

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Ethan

Mar 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great service and understanding when changing reservation, very welcoming

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Laura

Jul 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We booked this as it was convenient to the airport. The owners were happy to arrange a late check in, and had heat pump going for us. We loved that. Rooms are immaculate and well equipped, we can see a lot of love and care has gone into the maintenance of this property. I’d happily recommend it, especially to those needing easy airport access. Thank you!

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Nicole

May 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

So wonderful! Room was clean and very comfortable. The hosts were lovely and the complimentary airport pick up and drop off was an added bonus.

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Bianca

Sep 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Again, we have thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Peter and Tess are very friendly and helpful hosts. Highly recommended.

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John

Jan 8, 2023

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Stayed 19,363 nights

Peter is the perfect host. Nothing was too much trouble, from transfers to restaurant recommendations, he was always cheerful and willing to help.

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Laura

Jul 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This place was immaculate, and we could see how much love and hard work the owners have put into the lodge. Check in was easy, the rooms were comfortable, and staff were so extremely friendly. Great spot to get to the airport too.

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Michael

Oct 12, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Very accommodating owners as we were able to check in early and given some milk. Local walks on the doorstep.

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Ian

Nov 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great service- We were driven to the airport

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Dallan

Mar 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The couple who run the place are the nicest ever. We ordered a pizza delivered. The pizza place called the motel manager to say they wouldn’t be delivering it after all. The manager came to our room explained the this and then took me to pizza place to pick up my pizza. While we were out, he picked up some other guests from the grocery store and brought them back to the motel. Great guy!!!

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Location

Convenient for Christchurch Airport and motorway access, and many find it quiet; a few note limited dining/shopping nearby and that the immediate area is less scenic.

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Margaret Joan

Mar 18, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent check-in and property. Close to the airport but also only 20 minutes to CBD area. Thank you Peter

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Paul

Nov 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely property for what it is. Seemed to be a family business run with pride. But there’s nothing nearby for eating or shopping. I had to drive a couple km for that. And when I did laundry (I did appreciate having that ability), I couldn’t get the dryer to dry the clothes. My suite was full of wet clothes laid out to dry with a portable heater running overnight and me getting up in the night to turn the clothes over so they would be dry by morning. Still, I may stay there again at the end of my trip. It’s near the airport.

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Andrew

May 16, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great stay - super convenient location

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William

Apr 13, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great motel, easily accessible from motorway. Great welcome on arrival - best gardens we’ve seen. Close proximity to great walks.

10

Sarah

Feb 10, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

This place was absolutely lovely and restful. Beautiful room, well-appointed, comfy, and spotless. And a quick drive to the airport for our flight out the next day.

10

Kathryn

Sep 17, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Not the most salubrious of locations but this was more than compensated for by the establishment itself which was excellent, and the care and attention taken by the owners. We would have no hesitation in staying here again, in fact, we wouldn't bother looking anywhere else. Lovely stay.

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Andrew

Jan 10, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Comfortable modern accommodation close to the airport. Peter is a true gentleman!

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Paul

Nov 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet at night. Close to airport.

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Charles

Feb 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean convenient and well located.

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Lorraine

Nov 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Really nice quiet place to stay close to airport. Lots of space, lovely gardens. Highly recommended

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Northwood Motor Lodge

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