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Airport Palms Motel

4.5 star property
Motel with free parking, 8-minute walk to Russley Golf Club

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Airport shuttle
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace
Close to Mike Pero's Motorcycle Gallery, Airport Palms Motel offers a peaceful retreat with free WiFi and garden. Enjoy the convenience of a roundtrip airport shuttle, luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry services, barbecue grills and newspapers during your stay.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Studio, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible | Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace

Studio, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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42-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV

Superior King Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, 2 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace

Studio, 2 Twin Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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42-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV

Studio, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | 42-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living room | 42-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Jetted Tub | Living room | 42-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | 42-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Living room | 42-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
  • 60 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed OR 4 Twin Beds

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King Studio | Premium bedding, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace

King Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Portable fan
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
56 Roydvale Avenue, Burnside, Christchurch, 8053

What's nearby

  • International Antarctic Centre - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • University of Canterbury - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Hagley Park - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Wolfbrook Arena - 10 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Christchurch Botanic Gardens - 13 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Kendal Fish & Chips - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Avonhead Tavern and One Good Horse Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Old Street - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪BurgerFuel - ‬19 min walk

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 barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage, free newspapers, 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 7 per night)
  • Limited onsite 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: 2 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 (7:00 AM - 9:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 9:00 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
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 10 per room (one-way)
  • Extended parking fee: NZD 7 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 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Airport Palms Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Airport Palms Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Airport Palms Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 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 10 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).

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Airport Palms Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 776 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 197 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 1009 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Once again another great stay at Airport Palms. Looking forward to coming back in December.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Averil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had no concerns and there was a homely feeling about the place. Very friendly staff and would definitely stay again. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrzej

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly stuff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice nice motel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at the motel. Great host and lovely unit.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregg

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

Stay Here!

Quiet and has everything you would ever need!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to Airport, easy checkin and checkout and comfy
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Prabhjot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, decent size bathroom, micro wave, iron, fridge, AC ETC were the amenities. Bus to go to Westfield and The Crossing mall is literally outside the motel. Friendly people in CHC generally. There is a very big park about 5/6 mins walk when you turn left from the motel. Metro service is good and cheap. One can get a day pass for 10 dollars from the bus terminal or by cash on the bus.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Zahia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to all the shops and well located. Room was nice and big and the place was pretty quiet.

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

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

Great Location and very clean

Great location near airport and camper-van hire with very helpful Managers.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located close to the airport this motel was clean and comfortable. Very friendly staff during checkin and checkout.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay in the property was a breeze. Communicated with the staff that we will be arriving late and they sent me instructions to get the keys. If I visit Christchurch, I will book another stay with Airport Palms Motel!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Amenities
n enjoyed my stay. Would stay again.The manager was extremely good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great find. We will stay here again. It was clean, comfortable (bed was great), well appointed kitchen. Nitish was super helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, clean, plenty of room for the 5 of us for our last night in NZ
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. We booked last minute. Clean and close to airport. Exceptional staff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

gilles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice motel, very new, modern, parking easy, shuttle to the airport (2kms) and a restaurant just in front of the motel. parfect for those travelling from or to auckland
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beatrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodations close to the Christchurch airport. The people that own this hotel are very personable and go out of their way to ensure your stay goes well. Clean, quiet and enough space for the night, we really enjoyed it.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not a bad place but it was noisy with the busy road and a long way from any dining options. On the plus side, very convenient to the airport and nice not to have to mess with traffic in the morning before we headed out of town. Beds were comfortable and they provided milk for our morning coffee which was thoughtful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Me fern, well equipped property with friendly staff. Outdoor BBQ available.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

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

Nice place

Clean and comfortable motel and close to the airport. They have a free shuttle.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the late checkin ease and kind service after many hours of travel. Free shuttle was especially great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison

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

Great value motel close to the airport

Really handy for late night flights into the airport. Spotlessly clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valentine

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

Motel Transition to CHC

Close to Airport. Stayed here many times. Shuttle service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

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