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Northwood Motor Lodge

3.5 star property
A peaceful garden retreat in Christchurch for families to relax and children to enjoy the playground - perfect for comfort and entertainment.

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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

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
The current price is NT$2,736
NT$3,146 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30

Room options

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Three Bedroom Unit | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

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
  • Garden view
  • 1076 sq ft
  • 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
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Garden view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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One Bedroom Family Unit | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

One Bedroom Family Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Studio Room | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Studio Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Garden view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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One Bedroom Queen Unit | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

One Bedroom Queen Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

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

Located in Northwood, a neighborhood in Christchurch, Northwood Motor Lodge is in the suburbs and near the airport. The area's natural beauty can be seen at The Groynes and Hagley Park, while Christchurch Botanic Gardens and Orana Wildlife Park are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Wolfbrook Arena or Apollo Projects Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Christchurch travel guide
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What's nearby

  • If you do the tour at Willowbank, the Kea will hop on your shoulder (and sometimes your head) and pose for you to get a bite of honey from the guide!
    Willowbank Wildlife Reserve
    3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • The Groynes
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dog Water Zone
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Styx River
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Clearwater Golf Club
    18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Burger King
    17 min walk
  • Burger King
    4 min drive
  • Papanui Club
    6 min drive
  • The Lakes Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • Ta Fish & Chips
    6 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, bicycle parking, and luggage storage
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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

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 does it cost to stay at Northwood Motor Lodge?

As of 2026/3/6, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Northwood Motor Lodge on 2026/3/29 start from NT$2,736, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

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).

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

Northwood Motor Lodge Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Amenities

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 191 out of 204 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 204 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 204 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 204 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 204 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, room was clean and comfortable, shower was lovely and the grounds were lovely - it was a nice little spot of quiet in the city!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were treated like royalty our entire stay. From being picked up at the airport upon arrival to being provided helpful assistance as this was our first visit to NZ. Peter was so accommodating- we highly recommend the Northwood Motor Lodge for your next stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hosts who went above and beyond with service. Good beds
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

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

Taalei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing owner Peter very friendly will definitely stay again room was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Friendly staff, nice room with everything we needed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent! The quietest cleanest accommodations I have had in years and I travel a lot! Wife and husband owners are very warm and inviting!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely would recommend. Immaculate especially the gardens.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 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

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, well equiped very clean spacious rooms. Comfy beds, very well kept Motel, pleasant, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monique

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. The location super convenient and close to airport. Bed was comfy. Late checkin was a breeze. Area is quiet and we had a restful sleep. Great one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A quiet little oasis not far from Christchurch airport, they offer a shuttlebus service, the room was spotlessly clean, bed was super comfortable, the owners are delightful. Easy walking distance to eateries and supermarket, self catering is an option in the kitchenette. Lovely garden setting.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, clean, excellent facilities, very spacious. Pleasant, helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean, tidy , comfortable bed and had all the sky channels. not often seen these days. Helpful owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peter went above and beyond. Picked us up from the airport without any issues, extremely accommodating and warm. Helpful with directions and recommendations on what to see and do. The room itself was spotless and cozy. 10/10 highly recommend. They are fantastic people and run a great lodge! Thank you for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner Peter was very accommodating for a late checkout with us being up for 30hours. Room was very spacious, clean and lovely grounds. The bed was like floating on a cloud. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed one night in room 1. It was super clean and smelled very clean. Bed was super comfortable and bathroom was roomy and warm. The flowers in the gardens and the grounds are just beautiful. We will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

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

10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

Airport Stay

This place was immaculate, and we could see how much love and hard work the owners have put into the lodge. Check in was easy, the rooms were comfortable, and staff were so extremely friendly. Great spot to get to the airport too.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, such a lovely outlook and beautiful gardens, really nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peter and Tessa were incredibly helpful and welcoming, also very communicative prior to our arrival, which is always appreciated. We mostly appreciate their kindness as it was my husband's birthday on the day we arrived and I ordered some slices of cake from a nearby bakery, which they accepted and kept ready in the room for us when we arrived. The rooms are very clean and everything looks new and well-maintained. We took a walk to a recommended restaurant nearby for dinner, and Peter was very kind about showing us the way and offering to drop us off. Tessa maintains the garden and flowers beautifully too! We only wish we could stay longer :)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always friendly on arrival, accomodating and the property is very clean and tidy,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful and accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

harm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly managers beautiful garden very clean nice rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, rooms very clean and tidy!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025