Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

3.5 star property

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Premium Economy 2 Bedroom | Terrace/patio
Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe
Premium Economy 3 Bedroom | Living area
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Business Studio | Private kitchen

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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45 Roydvale Avenue, Burnside, Christchurch, 8005
  • Place, Russley Golf Club
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Mike Pero's Motorcycle Gallery
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, International Antarctic Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Economy Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(134 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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 Single Bed

Premium Economy 1 Bedroom

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

Premium Economy 2 Bedroom

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

Premium Economy 3 Bedroom

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

Economy 2 Bedroom

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

Business Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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 5-minute drive of Russley Golf Club and International Antarctic Centre. .This hotel is 14 mi (22.5 km) from Lyttelton Harbour and 15.4 mi (24.8 km) from Sumner Beach.

What's nearby

  • Russley Golf Club - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mike Pero's Motorcycle Gallery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Nunweek Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • International Antarctic Centre - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Omarino Wine Park - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 15 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kendal Fish & Chips - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Monteiths Brewery Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Good Thai - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Food Exchange - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

Hotel in Christchurch with a restaurant and a bar
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.

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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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. 660 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 263 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1001 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable bed, lovely spacious room with kitchenette and very close to airport with complimentary airport shuttle. All staff were friendly and welcoming. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Alison M.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yhe room was good The bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula, Auckland

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

SUSANN

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Jo at the Flight Lounge was very kind and friendly. She's a great barista and it's obvious she loves what she does. It was also extremely helpful to be picked up at the airport at midnight!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM, Bear

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room layout could not have been better, plenty of space to open 4 large bags off the floor/bed. The staff was extremely helpful as we arrived very early. They held our bags and gave us some ideas of things to do.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen, Willetton

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jenny

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Could be cleaner Pick up at airport was superb - friendly and helpful lady - Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Awesome staff. Clean room <5 min from airport
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the staff friendly and helpful with an early airport drop off for our flight. Having a kitchenette was convenient to prepare meals.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Absolutely wonderful, but I alls to think and heard the guy next door snoring most of the night. Facilities were amazing and food at restaurant was outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Very good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff and airport shuttle
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice big clean room and frendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystyna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was great.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation, close to the airport. Room was clean, spacious and had everything we needed. Airport shuttle was a bonus for early morning flights.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

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

Excellent service

Super efficient! Picked up from airport for free and given our key straightaway, then confirmed what time we needed to be picked up in the morning. Nice large room with plenty of hot water and even a little kitchenette.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yun Chung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service! Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice comfortable bed, clean, friendly staff, easy check In
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, recently renovated, did not use airport shuttle.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025