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Strathern Motor Lodge

4.0 star property
Motel with free parking, a quick walk to Hagley Park

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Premium Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Premium Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | LCD TV, DVD player
Executive Studio | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Premium Apartment, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Located near Hagley Park, Strathern Motor Lodge provides a peaceful retreat with its garden and spa tub. Guests can use WiFi, access dry cleaning/laundry services, and take advantage of luggage storage. The helpful staff consistently earns positive reviews from visitors.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Premium Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area | LCD TV, DVD player

Premium Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Studio | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium Room, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Room, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
  • 70 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Studio | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Executive Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Studio | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King Studio with Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe One-Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 5

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Honeymoon Room

  • Sleeps 3

Premium Executive King Studio

  • Sleeps 3

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Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Deluxe Family Room

  • Sleeps 5

Luxury Studio

  • Sleeps 2

Premium One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

SPA And Styler Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 6

Superior Double SPA Studio

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Located in Christchurch, Strathern Motor Lodge is in the city center. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Canterbury Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hagley Park and Christchurch Botanic Gardens. Margaret Mahy Playground and High Street are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Map
54 Papanui Road, Christchurch, 8014

What's nearby

  • Hagley Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Christchurch Casino - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • St George's Hostpital - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Christchurch Botanic Gardens - 7 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 6 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The George - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sprig & Fern Merivale - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Carlton Bar & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pure - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Strathern Motor Lodge

Upscale motel near Hagley Park
Located close to St George's Hostpital and Canterbury Museum, Strathern Motor Lodge provides a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A free casino shuttle, a front-desk safe, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A vending machine, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Strathern Motor Lodge offer comforts such as free international calls, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • LCD TVs with satellite channels and DVD players
  • Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and kitchenettes

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free casino shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Hot tub

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave

More

  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), 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 30.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include 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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Strathern Motor
Strathern Motor Christchurch
Strathern Motor Lodge
Strathern Motor Lodge Christchurch
Strathern Motor Lodge Motel
Strathern Motor Lodge Christchurch
Strathern Motor Lodge Motel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

Is Strathern Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Strathern Motor Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Strathern Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Strathern Motor Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Strathern Motor Lodge located?

Located in Merivale, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Hagley Park, St George's Hostpital, and Canterbury Museum. Christchurch Botanic Gardens and Christchurch Public Hospital are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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