Located in Christchurch (Saint Albans), Cranford Cottages And Motel is within a 5-minute drive of Southern Cross Hospital and Hagley Park. .This cabin is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Christchurch Casino and 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Cathedral Square.
Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
Getting around
Christchurch Railway Station - 15 min drive
Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 21 min drive
Restaurants
Yellow Cafe & Roastery - 4 min walk
Café On Caledonian - 14 min walk
Pure - 18 min walk
Kidds Cakes & Bakery - 12 min walk
Hell Pizza - 15 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Cranford Cottages And Motel
Cranford Cottages And Motel offers 14 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include dining tables. Beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 42-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 14 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Ski area nearby
Pool/Spa
Hot springs nearby
Internet
Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Family friendly
Children stay free (see details)
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Freezer
Microwave
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra bed: NZD 20 per night
Bathroom
1 private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
42-inch LCD TV with digital channels
Streaming services
Outdoor areas
Garden
Terrace
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Work spaces
Laptop workspace
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
Fee: NZD 15 per accommodation per stay
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets allowed in specific rooms
Food and water bowls
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 accessible parking spaces
Grab bar near toilet
High-pile carpet in room
Lever door handles
No lift
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
Limited-hour front desk
Local maps
Luggage storage
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
In a village
In the suburbs
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a metro station
Near a train station
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the airport
Near the bay
Things to do
Casino nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Outdoor lighting
Fire extinguisher
General
14 units
Access via exterior corridors
Colonial architecture
Garden
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2.9 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of NZD 15 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: NZD 15 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20 per night
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.9 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and outdoor lighting
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
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
This property caters to LGBTQ+ guests
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the hot tub
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
National rating
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.
Property is also known as
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Cranford Cottages And Motel Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 340 reviews
10 - Excellent
202
Rating 8 - Good. 118 out of 340 reviews
8 - Good
118
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 340 reviews
6 - Okay
13
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 340 reviews
4 - Poor
7
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 340 reviews
2 - Terrible
0
9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
4/10 Poor
Sarah
23 Dec 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Large stains on carpet and bedding and wifi not working.
Communication was great. The cottage is a spacious studio with adjacent parking. There was an awesome shower, comfortable bed, and a full kitchen. The cottages are tidy and comfortable and conveniently situated in St Albans.
The uniqueness of this cabin was great. Very private and quiet. Safe parking and reliable wifi. A warm welcome greeted us and provided some interesting areas for visiting.
Good restaurants very close, easy to walk to.
Room was a bit dusty and light bulbs needed changing. Think there may be some permanents staying here too so not solely a motel. Area it is situated in is slightly sketchy area but we had no issues. Overall a decently priced over nighter and the managers are really nice and very helpful.
Beautiful cabins.
Lost power in my cabin....
Couldn't contact management on Sunday .
Went to office 10am nobody ..
Rang using cabin phone no.response...
Pamela
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nancy
Travelled with group
26 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Best Place in NZ
This is very charming place, I had a cottage and it was great. Location was really good. The owners of this property were so friendly and I have never felt more comfortable the I have there. they went above and beyond.