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Commodore Motor Lodge

3.0 star property
Motel in Ashburton with free parking

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Located in Netherby, the Commodore Motor Lodge offers a pleasant garden for guests to unwind. Kids enjoy the playground, adults appreciate the outdoor furniture, and WiFi keeps everyone connected. The staff consistently receives positive reviews from previous visitors.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Room options

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Studio | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

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Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
Smart TV
5 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.4 out of 10
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Refrigerator
Dining table
Smart TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Studio (Compact) | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Studio (Compact)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
814-816 East St, Ashburton, 7700

What's nearby

  • Ashburton Domain - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Historic Art Gallery and Museum - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Lake Hood - 15 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa - 30 min drive - 26.2 miles
  • Rakaia Gorge - 37 min drive - 32.5 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Msa - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Formosa Modern Asian Cuisine - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bedrock Bar and Stonegrill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Ottoman - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Commodore Motor Lodge

Motel located in Netherby
Take advantage of a garden, a playground, and laundry facilities at Commodore Motor Lodge. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Outdoor furniture, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Commodore Motor Lodge offer thoughtful touches such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
More amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 43-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: NZD 18 for adults and NZD 18 for children

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 9 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • 4 buildings
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

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Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 18.00 for adults and NZD 18.00 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Apple Pay, Huawei Pay, Tap & Go, UnionPay QuickPass, Amazon Pay, PayPal, and PayNow
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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

Commodore Motor Lodge Ashburton
Commodore Motor Lodge
Commodore Motor Ashburton
Commodore Motor
Commodore Motor Lodge Motel
Commodore Motor Lodge Ashburton
Commodore Motor Lodge Motel Ashburton

Frequently asked questions

Is Commodore Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Commodore Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Commodore Motor Lodge?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Commodore Motor Lodge located?

Located in Netherby, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ashburton Domain and Historic Art Gallery and Museum. Ashburton Aviation Museum is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

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Commodore Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 157 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 157 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 157 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 157 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 157 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness
The staff were friendly, the room was clean and tidy, and the bed was comfortable. The shower was not good and would benefit from a low-pressure shower rose. The toilet cubical was tight. I enjoyed my stay and would rate it value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philippa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We arrived at 10pm and left at 7.30am. Nice room, comfy beds, just what we needed for a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to all the places I wanted
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay, thank you
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Kiri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money, comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice Quiet place & the owner where great to
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very tidy and comfortable good value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

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

Great hotel with indoor pool, lovely restaurant

Great place to stay. Rooms are lovely. Indoor pool and spa and sauna. Lovely beer garden and restaurant. And so close to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were friendly, property was great for our 1 night stay, clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bev

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. We had a studio room with everything we needed. 🙂
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very nice and close to town
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed, clean room, and nice people.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older units, but very clean and tidy. And very helpful staff. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen And John

Although the property is older, everything is in excellent condition and the staff were very friendly. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking, high back couch and nice shower
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, nice space with all the amenities needed, and super helpful and nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ayelet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy going ,friendly manager, clean, comfortable bed, good shower
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice neat motel. Is an older build but is well looked after. Rooms are large and good kitchenette set up. Bea was comfortable which is important.Lady running this property was nice and friendly. Had a chat and offered advice on places to visit
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet and suited our needs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location a little dated but very clean and everything working as it should highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Ron

Nice overall
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and very comfortable beds. Great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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