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Luxury
4.5 star property
9.6

Exceptional

Spotless retreat near Airport

Immaculate rooms with living spaces and kitchenettes offer a sanctuary minutes from Christchurch Airport. The free shuttle (8AM-8PM) takes guests to terminals or rental car locations. After sleeping on comfortable beds, guests can access nearby restaurants or the park with exercise equipment.

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
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  • 35 sq m
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  • 40 sq m
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  • Sleeps 4
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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Living room | 42-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV

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  • 60 sq m
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  • 1 bedroom
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  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Burnside, a neighborhood in Christchurch with great airport proximity, is home to Airport Palms Motel. Russley Golf Club is worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Christchurch Botanic Gardens and Orana Wildlife Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Wolfbrook Arena. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course and golf lessons nearby, or seek out an adventure with ecotours. Visit our Christchurch travel guide
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56 Roydvale Avenue, Burnside, Christchurch, 8053

What's nearby

  • International Antarctic Centre
    International Antarctic Centre
    2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Russley Golf Club
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mike Pero's Motorcycle Gallery
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Nunweek Park
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Nunweek Park Hockey Field
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Kendal Fish & Chips
    13 min walk
  • Good Thai
    5 min walk
  • Monteiths Brewery Bar
    20 min walk
  • McDonald's
    18 min walk
  • Little Brown Jug (Lbj) Pub
    3 min drive

About this property

Airport Palms Motel

Motel near International Antarctic Centre
Located close to Mike Pero's Motorcycle Gallery and Russley Golf Club, Airport Palms Motel provides an airport shuttle, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking, plus extended parking (surcharge)
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and free newspapers
  • Barbecue grills, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and proximity to the airport
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and toasters

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM at scheduled times
  • Free self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site (NZD 8 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 18 for adults and NZD 18 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • 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.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 2011
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 8:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 8:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests should notify this property in advance of their anticipated arrival time. Guests who require an airport transfer should notify this property in advance of their flight times (the airport shuttle is only offered between 7 AM and 8 PM on weekdays, and from 8 AM to 8 PM on weekends and public holidays).

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

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 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 18.00 for adults and NZD 18.00 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 15 per room (one-way)
  • Extended parking fee: NZD 8 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30 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 credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Airport Palms Motel Christchurch
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Palms Airport
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Frequently asked questions

Is Airport Palms Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Airport Palms Motel?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

What time is check-out at Airport Palms Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Airport Palms Motel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 8 AM–8 PM at scheduled times. A fee of NZD 15 per room applies.

Where is Airport Palms Motel located?

Located in Burnside, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Russley Golf Club and Mike Pero's Motorcycle Gallery. International Antarctic Centre and Air Force Museum of New Zealand are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Airport Palms Motel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 775 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 192 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dianne

Excellent service and hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is completely up to date, close to the airport, helpful and inexpensive shuttle. The staff is extremely helpful. We would stay there again, most definitely.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay. Clean and friendly staff and front desk. Pick up from airport is handy too
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy late check in, clean room with large accessible bathroom. Very handy for airport
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice place and clean and spot free and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near the airport and next to a coffee shop and restaurant and not too far from the city center
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was responsive and friendly and the room was clean with a very comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its always a pleasure to stay here. The beds are comfortable and the room provides everything that you need.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely place to land! The staff were lovely and very accommodating. The room was equipped with everything a traveler could need. and it was the cleanest accommodation I have stayed in. To top it off, it was quiet . We could not have asked for more. Thank you so much. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elly

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and tidy with good size rooms
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice clean and modern hotel. Excellent service and accommodation. Super friendly staff. Highly recommend this place for travellers going to airport.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mohini

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good ro stay very clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room and bathroom were spotless, kitchen was fully equipped and organized to the “T”, and the front desk clerk was extremely kind and professional. A great location for a late night flight arrival just 5 minutes door to door.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff and lovely clean room. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and welcoming staff. Very clean and tidy rooms and grounds. Convenient airport shuttle. We would definitely book here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vikki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were welcoming and efficient. Room was spotless and so more items in the kitchenette than we expected. Solid 10. Would definitely recommend it to others.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and helpful team
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The kitchen was fully equipped, very clean room. Personable staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay. The room was fully equipped with everything we needed & it was modern and clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Talitha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great staff were lovely. Convenient to the airport.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and fully equipped kitchen and bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, helpful staff, close to airport. As advertised. J
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff/reception made us feel welcome and comfortable and were very helpful. Motel was clean and great facility, would recommend and we are going back for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the airport. Nice restaurants walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025