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Commodore Motor Lodge

3.0 star property
Motel in Ashburton with free parking

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Children's play area - outdoor
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Garden
Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster
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
(7 reviews)

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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Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | 43-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, Netflix, streaming services

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dining table
Smart TV
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

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
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
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
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

Netherby, a neighborhood in Ashburton, is home to Commodore Motor Lodge. Ashburton Domain and Trott's Garden reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Plains Vintage Railway and Historical Museum and Salmon World.
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814-816 East St, Ashburton, 7700

What's nearby

  • Ashburton Domain - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Historic Art Gallery and Museum - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Trott's Garden - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Ashburton Aviation Museum - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Lake Hood - 18 min drive - 7.6 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
  • ‪Black & White Coffee Cartel - ‬3 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
  • Luggage storage, a front-desk safe, and outdoor furniture
  • 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

Policies

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

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

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Commodore Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Commodore Motor Lodge?

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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