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Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

3.5 star property

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, individually decorated
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Reception

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Bar
    Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Room service
    Room service

Explore the area

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45 Roydvale Avenue, Burnside, Christchurch, 8005
  • International Antarctic Centre
    2 min drive
  • University of Canterbury
    4 min drive
  • Riccarton Road
    6 min drive
  • Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    3 min drive

Room options

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, individually decorated

Economy 1 Bedroom

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Studio | Free minibar items, in-room safe, individually decorated

Economy Studio

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Economy 2 Bedroom | Free minibar items, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Economy 2 Bedroom

  • 560 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Economy 1 Bedroom | Free minibar items, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Economy 1 Bedroom

  • 560 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Economy 3 Bedroom | Free minibar items, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Economy 3 Bedroom

  • 807 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, individually decorated

Economy 2 Bedroom

  • 560 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Business Studio | Free minibar items, in-room safe, individually decorated

Business Studio

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Christchurch

With a stay at Airport Gateway Motor Lodge in Christchurch (Burnside), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Russley Golf Club and International Antarctic Centre. .This eco-certified hotel is 13.8 mi (22.2 km) from Lyttelton Harbour and 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from New Brighton Beach.

What's nearby

  • International Antarctic Centre - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • University of Canterbury - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Mona Vale - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Hagley Park - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Westfield Riccarton Mall - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 13 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Countdown - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Good Thai - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Air Nz Domestic Koru Lounge - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪South Bar and Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

Eco-certified Christchurch hotel in Burnside with free parking
Airport Gateway Motor Lodge offers 72 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars (stocked with some free items) and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels and pay movies. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include rice cookers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 72 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Flat-screen televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This hotel also features concierge services, ski storage, and a picnic area.
Grab a bite to eat at Bar and Bistro, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Bar and Bistro - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

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.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 13 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bar and Bistro

Things to do

  • Library
  • Playground
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 7 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Stovetop

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 30.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 13 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per night

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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Airport Gateway Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 580 out of 1006 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1006 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We felt so welcome, the people are lovely. The accommodation is much bigger than we thought it would be, it’s homely, clean, well equiped, and it had everything we needed. The tv is huge! The room service was fast and the food was nice. The airport shuttle is a great bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Value for money had a lovely room for the night. Staff were freindly easy check in and check out. And very informative on reception
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Luxe accommodation, Excellent staff, Awesome staff collecting us promptly from the airport and going the extra mile carrying our cases to oour door. 10/10 for service. Great restaurant and Great value, Thanks Guys M McClenaghan
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Definitely a fantastic place to stay
Warm,comfortable room,loved the spa bath,it was a welcome surprise, staff exceptionally helpful and friendly even at 4am this morning, much appreciated
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent accommodation
Fantastic, modern accommodation close to the airport. Well appointed. Staff are excellent and very service focused. Would recommend and definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicky

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot to airport, room very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josy

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to Airport with complimentary shuttle pick up available. Good value for the room. Restaurant onsite as well makes things easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nil
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maragaret

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was all good😊
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth, Timaru

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for transiting to and from the airport even at ridiculous hours!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve stayed a few times now. Perfect place for us to stay prior and after international travel. The shuttle to and from the airport is so handy. The staff are friendly, the rooms are comfortable and clean and the restaurant meals are delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Steve Percival

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unit was made for hobbits, especially toilet, over all crap stay, bed shot, sprayed our gear for bed bugs the next morning
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason, Napier

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tidy, quiet and good location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marquissa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As described in website. Easy to find. Unpleasant part was having to leave so early to catch a flight.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The transport service to and from airport was excellent and much appreciated. The restaurant was also excellent. Rooms were large and comfortable. Very good value.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

David

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely comfy beds
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Great service and room. Good value for money.
Lovely service at front desk even at 2.00 am. Room lovely heat pump on which was appreciated. Always stay here when on late flights into Chch.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beryl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great for catching early morning flights & staying on return during early hours. 24/7 shuttle is great. Ability to leave car there whilst away is very handy, reducing the hassle of retrieving car from the various airport parking places.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and staff where amazing, thank you for the stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice comfortable easy stay, thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024