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298 Westside Motor Lodge

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Luxury
VIP Access
4.5 star property
9.0

Wonderful

Serene escape near city attractions

Quiet and peaceful, this property offers a serene escape with easy access to Riccarton Road and the University of Canterbury. Unwind in the spa room with extra amenities, ensuring a truly relaxing stay.

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is €88
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov

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Room options

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Standard Studio

Standard Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Shower/bath combination
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Crib/infant bed
Sleep Number by Select Comfort mattress
Hair dryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premier Studio with Large Bath

Premier Studio with Large Bath

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Select Comfort bed
Deep-soaking bath
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Crib/infant bed
Sleep Number by Select Comfort mattress
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Upstairs Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Upstairs Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Separate sitting area
Separate dining area
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Crib/infant bed
Sleep Number by Select Comfort mattress
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Separate sitting area
Separate dining area
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Crib/infant bed
Sleep Number by Select Comfort mattress
  • 42 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Living area

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Separate sitting area
Separate dining area
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Crib/infant bed
Sleep Number by Select Comfort mattress
  • 50 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 3 Bedrooms with Large Bath | Living area

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms with Large Bath

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Separate sitting area
Separate dining area
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Crib/infant bed
Sleep Number by Select Comfort mattress
  • 60 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed, 3 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

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Apartment, 2 Queen Beds (with bath) | Living area

Apartment, 2 Queen Beds (with bath)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Separate sitting area
Separate dining area
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Crib/infant bed
Sleep Number by Select Comfort mattress
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Upstairs Apartment, Multiple Beds

Upstairs Apartment, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Select Comfort bed
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Crib/infant bed
Sleep Number by Select Comfort mattress
Hair dryer
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
298 Riccarton Road, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch, 8041

What's nearby

  • Riccarton Road - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • University of Canterbury - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Westfield Riccarton Mall - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Wolfbrook Arena - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Hagley Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 5 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee Culture - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dubba Dubba - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ngon Ngon Bánh Mì Café - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hachi Hachi - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Eden Alley 2 Korean Restaurant and Cafe - ‬6 min walk

About this property

298 Westside Motor Lodge

Motel near Riccarton Road
Located close to University of Canterbury and Westfield Riccarton Mall, 298 Westside Motor Lodge provides a garden, a hair salon and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free in-room WiFi and a snack bar/deli are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out
  • Express check-in, smoke-free property and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at 298 Westside Motor Lodge include comforts, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Separate sitting areas, kitchens and fridges

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10 AM for a fee: NZD 18 for adults and NZD 10 for children
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • 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
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 30
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 40
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (9:00 AM - 10:30 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 15.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per night

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 18 for adults and from NZD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 40 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 15.0 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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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Frequently asked questions

Is 298 Westside Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 298 Westside Motor Lodge?

As of 8 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 298 Westside Motor Lodge on 22 Nov 2025 start from €87.69, including 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 at 298 Westside Motor Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at 298 Westside Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of NZD 30 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at 298 Westside Motor Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for NZD 40 (subject to availability).

Does 298 Westside Motor Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of NZD 60 per vehicle applies.

Where is 298 Westside Motor Lodge located?

Located in Upper Riccarton, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Riccarton Road and University of Canterbury. Westfield Riccarton Mall and Hagley Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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298 Westside Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 381 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 150 out of 381 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 381 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 381 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 381 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Clean, comfortable beds, had everything we needed as a family of 6
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Vish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Relatively small place for the family with a kid
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location with plenty of facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Christchurch airport for last night of our South Island adventure . Lovely quiet room with an awesome bed & spa bath . Nice 👍
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Tidy and clean and as described. Was nice and quiet too as we have stayed in hotels in Bealey Ave that were noisy

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay close to the university of Canterbury. Very helpful and courteous staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

MALCOLM

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

Clean, Comfortable and Well Equipped.

I can't fault the hotel.. Its the second time I have used it and when I come over again from the U.K to see my brother in Christchurch I'll use the same hotel. Its clean, comfortable and well equipped and the staff are friendly. And considering it is on a main road it is very quiet
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Doug

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

Great stay

Clean and comfortable. Close to shops, buses and university. Friendly and helpful staff. We will definately stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Melva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well equipped and clean, well maintained room. Friendly helpful staff
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

HockEng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The bed was comfortable. Part of the flooring in the room was dated .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

ZHIHUI

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice staff but average room

Staff are very friendly but the unit is very out dated, bathroom can get very wet as there is no ventilation at all.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cherie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Loved our upstairs room with fab view to mountains. Cooking utensils well supplied. A swing for kids would be appreciated. Couldn’t get Netflix to work - seemed to be overloaded.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great just road noise ect not so good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Marian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room but would just like to add that the water pressure and flow in shower in desperate need of repair. Trickle at best
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean space to stay with lovely staff for 4 nights. Spacious studio.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay for 5 nights. Nice and quiet
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and staff were super kind. But the room is old and the shower is a wet room (no shower boundaries except for shower curtains) so the whole bathroom floor gets wet, and the shower water pressure is very weak.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and super friendly staff 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice tidy property central to a lot of shops etc
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damian

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

Good for a short stay FRIENDLY managers

Quick stopover before early flight.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

T

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms clean beds comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Clean and spacious
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet, easy parking, staff were very polite and helpful
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025