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Athena Motel & Apartments

4.5 star property
A tranquil natural setting in Riccarton where travelers can disconnect from daily stress while enjoying modern conveniences and garden surroundings

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Athena Motel & Apartments offers a quiet escape in Riccarton with a peaceful garden for relaxation. Guests can handle work tasks at the business center and stay connected with free WiFi. The property's convenient location is consistently praised by previous guests.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is €77
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Red Dot Deal 9)

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Red Dot Deal 9) | Living room

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Red Dot Deal 9)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
2 bedrooms
  • Garden view
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Emirates Special 5)

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Emirates Special 5)

Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Emirates Special 5)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • 75 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Executive Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Executive Studio Spec 8)

Executive Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Executive Studio Spec 8)

Executive Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Executive Studio Spec 8)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Studio with Balcony,Shower

Studio with Balcony,Shower | Balcony

Studio with Balcony,Shower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (1 Night in Christchurch..)

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (1 Night in Christchurch..)

Standard Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (1 Night in Christchurch..)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for One Bedroom Plus (2 Level Apartment 6)

One Bedroom Plus (2 Level Apartment 6)

One Bedroom Plus (2 Level Apartment 6)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (Corporate Townhouse)

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (Corporate Townhouse) | In-room dining

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (Corporate Townhouse)

Highlights

Patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Smart TV
  • Garden view
  • 200 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Queen Bed)

Pillow-top beds, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Queen Bed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Fridge
Smart TV
Pillow-top bed
Separate bedroom
  • Garden view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Riccarton, a neighbourhood in Christchurch, Athena Motel & Apartments is in the entertainment district. Christchurch Gondola and Lyttelton Harbour are worth exploring if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riverside Market. Don't miss out on a visit to Christchurch Botanic Gardens. Visit our Christchurch travel guide
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160 Riccarton Road, Christchurch, 8004

What's nearby

  • The Observatory in the Arts Centre - Christchurch - New Zealand
    University of Canterbury
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Botanic Gardens in Christchurch City
    Hagley Park
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Riccarton Road
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Westfield Riccarton Mall
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Riccarton House
    7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    2 min walk
  • Starbucks
    7 min walk
  • Shamiana
    7 min walk
  • Drexels
    7 min walk
  • Muffin Break
    5 min walk

About this property

Athena Motel & Apartments

Motel near Westfield Riccarton Mall
Located close to Riccarton House and University of Canterbury, Athena Motel & Apartments provides a garden, dry cleaning/laundry services and a business centre. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free property and tour/ticket information
  • A nature reserve
Room features
All guest rooms at Athena Motel & Apartments offer comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra amenities include:
  • Guidebooks, local maps and sound-insulated walls
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with digital channels

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 60.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: NZD 200.00 per day

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 60.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
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
Alcohol is not served at this property

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 Athena Motel & Apartments pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Athena Motel & Apartments?

As of 8 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Athena Motel & Apartments on 22 Mar 2026 start from €77, 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 Athena Motel & Apartments?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Athena Motel & Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Athena Motel & Apartments?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Athena Motel & Apartments located?

Located in Riccarton, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Westfield Riccarton Mall, Riccarton House and University of Canterbury. Hagley Park and Christchurch Botanic Gardens are also within 2 mi (3 km). Christchurch Railway Station is 24 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Athena Motel & Apartments Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 182 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 182 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 182 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 182 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 182 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good 2 bedroom motel
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless, staff friendly and welcoming, water pressure in the shower was great. Very good access to everything you need, walking distance away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So close to all amenities,shopping mall, restaurants, hospital,highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great. The layout of motel was exactly what we required. Price competitive. Location was as we required
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Devyani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was at great location and the rooms were very clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Handy.location to Westfield Mall and surprisingly quiet despite the busy location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was amazing and the hosts were very friendly and accommodating, will stay again 😊
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larkins

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close proximity to shopping/ food mall. Close to airport
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly service. Perfect location for our event.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy to book online Quiet although close to main road and shops Very private space including a little outside space
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff. The room was small but clean and comfortable, perfect for our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were fabulous, great hosts. Although on a busy road room was quiet overnight. Super convenient for Riccarton Mall and dining on Riccarton Road
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Probably the nicest motel experience I've had in Christchurch. Nice staff. Clean and tidy. Delightful water pressure in the shower. Walk to the mall. Walk to dine.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An excellent price for the area. Very friendly, polite staff. I arrived at 1.45am from an international flight and pre-organising the key collection was straight forward. It was great to arrive with easy instructions and to find the heater and lights were left on for my arrival. Thankyou
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very surprised as price was cheap but standard of motel was excellent and staff very helpful. Clean as well. Would recommend to others and would definitely use again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

YANHONG

It’s quite, clean and tidy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and tidy
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly operator
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing THANK YOU FOR A AWESOME STAY
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As advertised, good value for the price, will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ewan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This was basic accommodation and facilities done well at a good price. Heating was only just adequate for the chilly nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

GILBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another great stay. The team here are fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and cleanliness plus the owners were so helpful and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Fleur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy, fresh rooms with everything you need. Cute layout
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025