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Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

3.5 star property

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Premium Economy 3 Bedroom | Living area | 65-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix
Standard 2 Bedroom Unit | Terrace/patio
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $101
$88 nightly
$101 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22

Explore the area

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45 Roydvale Avenue, Burnside, Christchurch, 8005
  • Place, Russley Golf Club
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Nunweek Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, International Antarctic Centre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a clock, and a bedside table with a notepad.

Premium Economy 3 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 7
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Studio | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Standard Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(150 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard 1 Bedroom Unit | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Standard 1 Bedroom Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 560 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard 2 Bedroom Unit | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Standard 2 Bedroom Unit

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 560 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium Economy 3 Bedroom | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Premium Economy 3 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 807 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Corporate Studio | Hypo-allergenic bedding, free minibar items, in-room safe

Corporate Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(45 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Standard Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom with a toilet, a trash bin, a shower, a sink, and a mirror.

Standard 1 Bedroom Studio

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

Corporate Twin Studio

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Christchurch

With a stay at Airport Gateway Motor Lodge in Christchurch (Burnside), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Wolfbrook Arena and Russley Golf Club. .This hotel is 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from New Brighton Beach and 14 mi (22.5 km) from Lyttelton Harbour.

What's nearby

  • Russley Golf Club - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Nunweek Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Nunweek Park Hockey Field - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • International Antarctic Centre - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Omarino Wine Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Kendal Fish & Chips - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Sushi Platter - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Good Thai - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Exchange Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

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. Bathrooms feature showers, 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 transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • 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 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 center
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • 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)
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Rice cooker
  • Stovetop

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 day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 30.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 15.90 to 28.90 per person
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 30.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30.0 per day

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 credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and 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
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Airport Gateway Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 669 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 246 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1001 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and convenient place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room, good restaurant, very friendly and responsive staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless also staff were excellent, food also very good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, staff was fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious clean and convenient. Great coffee and food In the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Co.fortable, well equipped, convenient for airport, pro-active staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and well maintained room, friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A good alternative to the expensive motels closer to the airport. It’s comfortable and offers a 24 hour shuttle service plus a nice restaurant with reasonable prices.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet Happy to stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were fabulous, room spotless, very comfortable & quiet room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Deanne

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Old hotel but adequate for 1 night stay. Staff were very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Camron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and staff were good
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a good stay. Restaurant was really good. Food was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room clean and well appointed and terrific staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Santosh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff, spacious rooms, kitchenette and onsite restaurant with amazing vegetarian options.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

shane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, easy to park
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, good condition, courteous and helpful staff. Good restaurant.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean room, friendly staff terrific amenities and location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for the one night stay. Nice and quiet room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Colette

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was lovely and friendly staff especially the driver who helped us
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was brilliant. From the midnight airport pick up to the easy check-in, late check out & yummy breakfast. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ERANO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, but perhaps a little dated. The restaurant is excellent and the shuttle was timely and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was huge and the restaurant was surprisingly good. Free airport shuttle was our main reason for selecting this hotel however we were pleasantly surprised!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was so helpful, the place was spotless and very comfortable! Airport shuttle service was fabulous. Black out curtains perfect for the weary traveler.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026