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Golden Star Motel

Property class: 3.5

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Close to Hagley Park, Golden Star Motel provides amenities like laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Deluxe King/Twin Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom door.

Deluxe King/Twin Studio (Access)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, chair, TV, and artwork on the wall.

Deluxe King/Twin Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a phone and a plate of food, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Deluxe King/Twin Studio (Access)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with flowers.

Deluxe Studio, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a window with curtains, and artwork on the wall.

Basic Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with two chairs, a TV, and a vase with flowers.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Riccarton, a neighborhood in Christchurch, Golden Star Motel is near a train station. Riccarton House and Bridge of Remembrance are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lyttelton Harbour and Margaret Mahy Playground. The Arts Centre and Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Christchurch travel guide
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128 Clarence St, Riccarton, Christchurch, 8042

What's nearby

  • A calm river with trees and grass on both sides.
    Hagley Park
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A park with a bench, a bridge, and trees.
    Mona Vale
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Westfield Riccarton Mall
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Riccarton Road
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Apollo Projects Stadium
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station
    10 min walk
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
    17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Columbus Coffee
    12 min walk
  • Speight's Ale House Tower Junction
    7 min walk
  • Starbucks
    8 min walk
  • Ngon Ngon Banh Mi Cafe
    20 min walk
  • KFC
    10 min walk

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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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available for a fee: NZD 15 per person

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open Monday - Friday (7:30 AM - 9:30 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:30 AM - 9:30 PM)
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
Breakfast is available by reservation only at check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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 20.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 15 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

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

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is Golden Star 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 Golden Star Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Golden Star Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Golden Star Motel located?

Located in Riccarton, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Riccarton Road and Hagley Park. Westfield Riccarton Mall and Apollo Projects Stadium are also within 1 mi (2 km). Christchurch Railway Station is 10 minutes by foot.

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

Golden Star Motel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 330 out of 449 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 449 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 449 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 449 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 449 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly welcome, very clean and well laid out room, comfy bed, walking distance to shops and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Edaward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful excellent accommodation will use again next visit the Christchurch
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

PeteElaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location in the city. Clean and comfortable room helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vern

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accommodations were great, staff friendly and accommodating, close to a lot of places.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff. Clean well appointed room. Quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, spacious and clean. Conveniently located to the train station.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

RALPH

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and good location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quite and staffs always greet with pleasant smile.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location near the train station handy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean place, comfortable and quiet Parking was tight yet manageable
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Deana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and nice. The front desk lady was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nikorima

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff were helpful and the location was good for travelling around
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shops were nearby and room was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, all we needed. Great bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Agata Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, very friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent staff and facility.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms. The staff was great, and very helpful. We will stay here again on our next trip!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless and the staff are very helpful. Great layout and facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable room and very helpful people.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Inna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were welcoming, the room was clean, and it was a great choice for a one-night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to Riccarton mall and Tranz Alpine train station. Nice and clean and tidy with a well equipped kitchenette
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nerissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was comfortable , staff lovely and accommodating. Great amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Antoinette Helene

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

Great stay

Lovely, so clean and super comfortable beds. Nice kitchenette, safe and close to catching train.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were lovely. Great carpark. The room was clean and spacious. The motel was walkable distance to Apollo Stadium which was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice tidy location. Close to Riccarton Rad shops, quiet area and good sized rooms. I enjoy staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025