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Northwood Motor Lodge

3.5 star property
Family-friendly motel with airport shuttle service and casino shuttle service

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Studio Room | Private kitchen | Microwave, stovetop, electric kettle, toaster
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Garden
Three Bedroom Unit | Dining room
One Bedroom Family Unit | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds
Northwood Motor Lodge in Christchurch offers a tranquil garden setting. Families love the playground, and everyone enjoys free WiFi and laundry facilities. Helpful staff guide guests to nearby attractions like the International Antarctic Centre.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Three Bedroom Unit | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Three Bedroom Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 100 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Twin Beds and 2 Queen Beds

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Triple Studio | Private kitchenette | Microwave, stovetop, electric kettle, toaster

Triple Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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One Bedroom Family Unit | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

One Bedroom Family Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
HDTV
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Studio Room | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

Studio Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Queen Unit | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds

One Bedroom Queen Unit

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
HDTV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
170 Johns Road (SH1), Belfast, Christchurch

What's nearby

  • Willowbank Wildlife Reserve - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • International Antarctic Centre - 8 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Hagley Park - 11 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • University of Canterbury - 12 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Christchurch Botanic Gardens - 17 min drive - 6.5 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 21 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coffe Culture - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Northwood Motor Lodge

Family-friendly motel near The Groynes
Located close to International Antarctic Centre and Mona Vale, Northwood Motor Lodge provides a free roundtrip airport shuttle, a garden, and a playground. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a free casino shuttle, and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, a front-desk safe, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Northwood Motor Lodge boast thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and free newspapers. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Highchairs and cribs/infant beds
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • 32-cm HDTVs with premium channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and recycling

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM on request
  • Free casino shuttle
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: NZD 8 to 12 for adults and NZD 8 to 12 for children

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • High chair
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • 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.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1999
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-cm flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from noon to 7:00 AM

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.00 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 8 to 12 for adults, and NZD 8 to 12 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.00 per stay

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 onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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

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

Property is also known as

Chardonnay Motor Lodge Christchurch
Chardonnay Motor Lodge
Chardonnay Motor Christchurch
Chardonnay Motor
Chardonnay Motor Lodge
Northwood Motor Lodge Motel
Northwood Motor Lodge Christchurch
Northwood Motor Lodge Motel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

Is Northwood Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Northwood Motor Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Northwood Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Northwood Motor Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Northwood Motor Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 8:00 AM–10:00 PM on request.

Where is Northwood Motor Lodge located?

This family-friendly Christchurch motel is located near the airport, 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from The Groynes, and within 6 mi (10 km) of International Antarctic Centre and Hagley Park. Mona Vale and Christchurch Botanic Gardens are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Northwood Motor Lodge Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

10

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 164 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 164 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 164 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 164 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 164 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yvette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay-family friendly and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent little motel. Very clean and tidy, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fern

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owner was really friendly and welcoming. I travel a lot and this was one of the best places I've been as far as staff and attitude goes. The room was perfect with everything you need in the kitchenette. Warm room and electric blanket. All very clean and with a lovely NZ wilderness mural on the wall. The shower pressure was AMAZING! The gardens were beautiful. I will certainly be back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

SEE

The room is clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Super friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Great place to stay very friendly welcome
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joaquim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an easy stay in Christchurch in a very practical room with all amenities we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vaibhav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place. Would recommend for stays
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

E-Peng

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very under rated. Property was very clean and spacious for the price. Very good. Would highly recommend. Reception was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

Late arrival

We booked this as it was convenient to the airport. The owners were happy to arrange a late check in, and had heat pump going for us. We loved that. Rooms are immaculate and well equipped, we can see a lot of love and care has gone into the maintenance of this property. I’d happily recommend it, especially to those needing easy airport access. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay - super convenient location
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Generally top notch. Garden and trees around the units look great. Very clean and modern units and a genuine excellent host. Some dislike; plastic kettle, you wouldn’t drink a cup of coffee or tea in a plastic mug so who wants to boil the water in a plastic jug!? Bed covers were heavy to sleep under, to remove it the thin duvet wasn’t sufficient. Needs a thicker duvet on top of the thinner one and do away with those heavy bed covers which look great but are horrible to sleep under. Difficult to sleep with a large water tank above the bedroom in the roof space, whenever someone in unit or adjourning units uses water tap or shower or toilets sets the refilling of the tank off sounding like a boiling jug when you’re trying to sleep. There needs to be sound proofing with such things.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

les and

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

Comfortable and newly renovated property.

Fabulous property with all the comforts of home. Newly renovated and early check-in were appreciated. Grounds and patio were lovely and all a short direct drive to the airport.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, excellent friendly staff, beautifully landscaped.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice quiet place to stay close to airport. Lots of space, lovely gardens. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Again, we have thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Peter and Tess are very friendly and helpful hosts. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay at Northwood. Really clean, tidy, modern and very lovely hosts. Thanks for our stay, we will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wilhad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All-around great stay and service! Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property & very clean. Hosts Tessa & Peter were extremely friendly and accommodating. Would definitely stay there again.

10/10 Excellent

Keryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic - I will use this as my regular accomodation.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vivienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff warm meet and greet , friendly and very helpful. Lovely and convenient location and beautiful gardens and great parking. Excellent room and warm and clean .
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry

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

Lovely Christchurch motel

Stay closed to Christchurch and near to airport. Very friendly and helpful couple run the place. Would recommend if you want to be near airport or city centre
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Management helpful and friendly. Motel 5 minutes walk from daughter we were visiting.always stay there when we go to Christchurch.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jenny

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

Well equipped motel

We stayed in the 3 bedroom apartment and found it to be really well equipped & clean. Only negatives would be the comfort of the beds and the road noise in the upstairs rooms but overall a good place to stay if you need space and amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kavitha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peter is an excellent host . The room and sorroundings were clean and homely.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

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