Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

3.5 star property

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe
Exterior
Business Studio | Private kitchen
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Children’s area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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45 Roydvale Avenue, Burnside, Christchurch, 8005
  • Place, International Antarctic Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Canterbury
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Hagley Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Economy Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(124 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Economy 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Premium Economy 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Economy 2 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 52 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Premium Economy 3 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 75 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Economy 2 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 52 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Business Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Christchurch

With a stay at Airport Gateway Motor Lodge in Christchurch (Burnside), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Hagley Park and Russley Golf Club. .This hotel is 10.2 mi (16.4 km) from New Brighton Beach and 13.8 mi (22.2 km) from Lyttelton Harbour.

What's nearby

  • International Antarctic Centre - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • University of Canterbury - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Riccarton Road - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Westfield Riccarton Mall - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Hagley Park - 7 min drive - 5.7 km

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
  • ‪Good Thai - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Avonhead Tavern and One Good Horse Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Monteiths Brewery Bar - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

Hotel in Christchurch with airport shuttle service and a 24-hour front desk
Airport Gateway Motor Lodge offers 72 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars (stocked with some free items) and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 65-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Christchurch hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include rice cookers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 72 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and microwaves. 65-inch flat-screen televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This hotel also features concierge services, ski storage, and a picnic area.
Grab a bite to eat at Bar and Bistro, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary (available 24 hours).
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Bar and Bistro - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 15.90 to 28.90 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bar and Bistro

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Library
  • Playground
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 7 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 65-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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 30.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 15.90 to 28.90 per person
  • 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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

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

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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Airport Gateway Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 644 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfy bed, very convenient for airport departures
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay when you transferring thru Christchurch. Shuttle picks you up from and drops you back to airport. Dining was very good. Lovely meal
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Teresa

Disliked: Amenities
Well for one thing i wanted a certain thing for breakfast but they didn't do that and it was so simple also room was very budget not worth the money
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Orlanda

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Beryl

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kirianna

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were extremely friendly & efficient. Restaurant was great , service was professional & prompt.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Li

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was great for being so close to airport as i had early flight at 7am, when i checked in they were fully booked even though i had booked 2weeks prior & i was given a free upgrade to brand new unit with kitchen facilities instead if basic room i had booked staff were great, didnt get to use restaurants as i checked in after having slready dined out on way back from Blenheim
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable bed and lounge area. Loved the big TV.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

HENRY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed just for the night to catch an early flight, but service and room exceeded our expectations. Will definitely be back if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely warm shower
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great shuttle service to airport with wakeup call
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ernst

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Amenities working but doors, kitchen and bathroom fixtures are from 1960
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good staff really helpfull
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the airport with shuttle to the airport. We had lovely exchanges with the waitress. So appreciated after a stressful time
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were on a very late flight into Christchurch and it was the most convenient place for us to stay before picking up our hire car the next day. The shuttle bus service was great and the staff very helpful. They also had a nice cafe on the premises where we had breakfast before being taken back to the airport. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the airport. Free shuttle. Quiet rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

BARRY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always use this place when I'm near the airport catching planes or picking people up great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025