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Cranford Cottages And Motel

4.0 star property

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Standard Cottage | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, highchair
Executive Studio | View from room
Standard Cottage | Living room

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking included
$82
$72 nightly
$82 total
Total with taxes and fees
Dec 15 - Dec 16

Explore the area

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63 Cranford St, St Albans, Christchurch, 8054
  • Place, Bealey Avenue
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Papanui Road
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Hagley Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Studio | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Studio

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Cottage | Living room

Standard Cottage

  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Cottage | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Cottage

  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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One Bedroom Apartment | Private kitchen | Fridge, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, highchair

One Bedroom Apartment

  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Luxury Cabin, Hot Tub | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Luxury Cabin, Hot Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Cottage

  • Sleeps 2

One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 3

Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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Outdoor dining

Superior Bungalow

  • Sleeps 2

Studio With SPA Bath

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Christchurch

Located in Christchurch (Saint Albans), Cranford Cottages And Motel is within a 5-minute drive of Papanui Road and Hagley Park. .This cabin is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Christchurch Casino and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre.
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What's nearby

  • Bealey Avenue - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Papanui Road - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Hagley Park - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Christchurch Casino - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 15 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pure - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Meshino - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Yellow Cafe & Roastery - ‬4 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

Suburban cabin in Christchurch with free parking
Cranford Cottages And Motel offers 14 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. This Christchurch cabin provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). 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 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, 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.
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 transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • High chair

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

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

  • No elevator
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Free local calls
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the suburbs
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a metro station
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the airport
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Casino 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

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 not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: NZD 15 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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
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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Reviews

Cranford Cottages And Motel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 197 out of 330 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 330 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 330 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 330 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 330 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fully serviced kitchen facility with full cooktop and oven. Friendly and helpful hosts. Close to Palms Shopping center and CBD if you have a car.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Raquel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved that the cottages were very private and would be lovely to sit out on the verandah in spring/summer
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiriwai

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location and comfortable property. Garden area could do with a spruce up.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Grant

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Adele

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely private cottage with everything we needed and Lovely friendly host
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hiu Yan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location and good value. Very quick check-in.

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A perfect peaceful place to stay close to central Christchurch. Excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jade

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute cosy cottage, clean and well presented. Mattress was uncomfortable for our preference, bit too soft and springy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Max

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value and staff super nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check took a while
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and clean. Very comfortable. Location 10mins from anywhere we wanted to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful cabins. Lost power in my cabin.... Couldn't contact management on Sunday . Went to office 10am nobody .. Rang using cabin phone no.response...
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Traveled with group
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.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Good value for money. Bed and pillows were very comfortable. Host was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely motel to stay at
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Pat

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds not that comfy, couch very old and not comfy. Stayed 3 nights no rubbish emptied ,no change of towels, no cleaning done.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They are a pleasant couple , its very homely. #
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Very accommodating. Unit was clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

JIRBY

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

JIRBY

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023