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Airways Motel

3.0 star property
Unwind in a tranquil garden setting after exploring nearby Riccarton Park and Air Force Museum of New Zealand.

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Airways Motel is the perfect haven near University of Canterbury. Unwind in the garden or take advantage of laundry facilities, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, luggage storage and multilingual staff. Guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is €78
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr

Room options

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Queen Studio

Queen Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King/Twin Studio

King/Twin Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Triple Studio

Triple Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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One Bedroom with Bath

One Bedroom with Bath

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family One Bedroom

Family One Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Two Bedroom Townhouse

Two Bedroom Townhouse

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
TV
  • Garden view
  • 140 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Accessible Studio

Accessible Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Double Studio | Private kitchenette

Family Double Studio

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Russley, a neighbourhood in Christchurch, Airways Motel is near the airport. Don't miss out on a visit to Orana Wildlife Park. Visit our Christchurch travel guide
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5 Dinton Street, off Russley Road, Christchurch, 8042

What's nearby

  • International Antarctic Centre which includes interior views
    International Antarctic Centre
    4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • The Observatory in the Arts Centre - Christchurch - New Zealand
    University of Canterbury
    7 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Riccarton Park
    4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Otukaikino Living Memorial Reserve
    4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
    16 min drive - 13.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • 186 Cafe
    2 min drive
  • McDonald's
    11 min walk
  • Monteiths Brewery Bar
    4 min drive
  • The Avonhead Tavern and One Good Horse Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • Sushi Time
    4 min drive

About this property

Airways Motel

Motel near University of Canterbury
Located close to Riccarton Park and Air Force Museum of New Zealand, Airways Motel provides a free return airport shuttle, a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking, plus extended parking (surcharge)
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Airways Motel boast comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 28-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, microwaves and toasters

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free return airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 8 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site (NZD 5 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 8 to 25 for adults and NZD 8 to 25 for children

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 28-inch TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
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 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 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)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per stay

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 8 to 25 for adults and NZD 8 to 25 for children
  • Extended parking fee: NZD 5 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

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 credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
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
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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Frequently asked questions

Is Airways Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Airways Motel?

As of 14 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Airways Motel on 8 Apr 2026 start from €78, 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 Airways Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Airways Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Airways Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Airways Motel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 8:00 AM to 8 PM on request.

Where is Airways Motel located?

Located in Russley, this motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Riccarton Park, University of Canterbury and International Antarctic Centre. Air Force Museum of New Zealand and Riccarton House are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected 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

Airways Motel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 320 out of 641 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 237 out of 641 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 641 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 641 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 641 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reasonable price, close to airport, handy shuttle service.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were wonderful and the motel had everything we needed for our stay. We were dropping off our campervan and spending the night before flying home and their shuttle made the transfers quite effortless.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was great ... close to the airport after getting in late. The whole motel was clean and well maintained. The staff was great for information! Glad that we chose the Airways Motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alton

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

Great place to stay

Nice place to stay, great location close to airport
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful, room adequate, bed very uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unassuming and unpretentious, yet with clean, well-equipped rooms. Quiet even though close to the airport. Jeff was a welcoming host.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean tidy basic rooms, just what I needed for less than 12hour stay and close to the airport. Transfers included during main hours so that was a bonus. Easy check in/out
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
clean room, staff very freindly, excellent shuttle service with a chat thrown in too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gayle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was perfect and worked well! Appreciate the shuttle and nice clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

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

Great stay

Great 2 day stay - hosts are very considerate & friendly - shuttles to pick up from car rental & to airport were comfortable & quick - despite being on the main road, the rooms were extremely quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, friendly staff. We arranged an early shuttle at 5:45am to airport which was great. Recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Leo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good parking,, good location, easy to find, reasonably close to airport.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owners are very friendly and helpful, definitely be staying there again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Suited us well as close proximity to airport for an early flight.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Suphaphon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable stay, lovely host 😊
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Wei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is so close to the gas station, and the room is clean for a a motel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Muriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, good price,helpful friendly owner
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff and very good recommandations for eating out.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a warm and frirndly welcome with that wonderful kiwi humour. We were provided with several eating suggestions within easy walking distance. The room was impeccable and comfortable. They provide their own shuttle service to the airport so no wondering or waiting for your ride to turn up. We left at 4am for a 10 minute trip to the airport. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gursimrat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff. Perfect for a night prior to flying out of Christchurch.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy place to stay for a 3am flight. Very clean and really nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A little dated but convenient location. Friendly staff and great shower!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was quite spacious and had all I needed for my shot stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023