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Aotea Motel

3.0 star property
Travelers find convenience and comfort at this central Christchurch motel where barbecue grills await and luggage storage makes city exploration easier

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Located in Christchurch City Centre, Aotea Motel offers a practical base for visitors. Guests enjoy laundry facilities, in-room WiFi, and free parking. Outdoor furniture provides relaxing spaces, and barbecue grills allow for enjoyable outdoor meals.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$106
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar

Room options

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Two Bedroom

Two Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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One Bedroom

One Bedroom

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Studio

Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Christchurch City Centre, a neighbourhood in Christchurch, Aotea Motel is in the entertainment district. While the natural beauty of New Brighton Beach and Sumner Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Lyttelton Harbour. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at One New Zealand Stadium or Wolfbrook Arena. Visit our Christchurch travel guide
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Map
302 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch, 8013

What's nearby

  • Christchurch
    Cathedral Square
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Bealey Avenue
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Barbadoes Street Cemetry
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Christchurch Casino
    18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station
    13 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
    19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Yellow Cafe & Roastery
    19 min walk
  • Edgardo's Grill
    12 min walk
  • Rydges Latimer
    17 min walk
  • Child Sister
    17 min walk
  • Richmond Working Men's Club
    9 min walk

About this property

Aotea Motel

Motel located in Christchurch City Centre
Aotea Motel provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and tour/ticket information
Room features
All guest rooms at Aotea Motel offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • 24-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and mini fridges

Awards and affiliations

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee: NZD 13 to 18 for adults and NZD 13 to 18 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1970
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
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

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 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 9:00 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 15.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 13 to 18 for adults and NZD 13 to 18 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 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

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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

Aotea Christchurch
Aotea Motel
Aotea Motel Christchurch
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Frequently asked questions

Is Aotea Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Aotea Motel?

As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aotea Motel on 22 Mar 2026 start from AU$106, 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 Aotea Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Aotea Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Aotea Motel?

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

Where is Aotea Motel located?

Located in Christchurch City Centre, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Bealey Avenue and Barbadoes Street Cemetry. Southern Cross Hospital and Margaret Mahy Playground are also within 1 mile (2 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

Aotea Motel Reviews

7.6

Good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 116 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value for money. Clean and everything we needed. Off road parking and convenient position.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
great value for money - clean and comfortable room and close to central city. friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

TASHA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel beds were the best I have ever slept on and I have travelled a lot! The hotel itself needed some TLC but it was safe, quiet, and comfortable. It was perfect for our family of 4. The owner was warm and welcoming. He even review his plans for renovations as he just purchased the hotel less than a year ago. I expect this place to be beautiful once the renovation are completed. I highly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Camilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff/owners here are incredibly friendly and helpful. The bed was soft, the room was clean and seemed relatively recently refurbished. The area doesn’t seem particularly nice, and there was some noise at night which woke me up.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager went out of his way to help us. We left our bags in the office because we arrived late in the evening from the train, and wanted to get food. When we came back to check in, he had taken our bags to our room for us. Such a nice man, and told us about things. This is a verynice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karen

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

Not what we paid for

I have worked for more than 15 years , managing and cleaning in motels. When I made the booking online, the unit looked bright, clean and spacious. I took note of the room layout , size etc. The room given ,was completely different from what I was led to believe I had booked. It was small, cramped ,very dated, no nets on the bedroom windows, curtains hanging. Electrical tape over cracks in the bathroom door. Cracks in the walls and ceiling. An upside down shower mixer and thread bare shower curtain. No milk was offered , we had to go ask at the office for the wifi password. The managers were nice enough but barely onsite. One of our group checked out early being so disappointed with the room. I would never stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes. Very clean and very very very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was all we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Keira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was cheap and a good location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristy

Liked: Cleanliness
Was an ok room for the price

8/10 Good

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bealey Ave. is always a handy and fairly central location to be in. We enjoyed our 1 night stay. Owners were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Jail cell.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm, clean and central
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room layout for a family and usable kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Russell

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Tall Blacks Trip

Awesome place to stay. Good Location. Fair price. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Herbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Manager very kindly arranged for late night checkin.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property is a bit dated but the hosts more than make up for that. Had an issue with being given a studio unit rather than the one bedroom unit that was booked on this site but the hosts moved us to a bigger unit as soon as they could. Easy off street parking and convenient to the city centre.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Dave

Liked: Staff & service

Booking Cancelled

Unfortunately there was an issue with my room which meant my booking was cancelled but the team made good by booking me in to another motel which was a budget accommodation but apparently it was more expensive than my original booking at the Aotea Motel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No TV remote or milk.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Some up dating of rooms. Ie new window latches. Sturdy tv shelf. Up to date cook top. All and all ok property just changed hands so i take it work in progress. Management very nice Would stay again if property up dated
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

Disliked: Staff & service
Arrived with the reception close. Didn’t see anyone on reception during whole trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Ok for short term stay

Comfort was ok but bed too hard for my liking. The rooms need updating with efficient heat pumps and appliances such as hairdryers. Also small maintenance jobs needing to be done, eg windows sealing to prevent cold coming in.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Victoria Hartley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The rooms were very clean and the bedding was spotless. But my daughter had to swap beds because the first one was so uncomfortable. We couldn't sit on the sofa as it was very worn and felt like you were falling through it. The water pressure in the shower was non-existent. The motel in general felt bit tired, and the fittings were very dated. It was fine for a weekend where we didn't need to stay in all of the time, and convenient for getting into the cbd and to the competition we were attending.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023