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The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge

3.0 star property
Travelers can enjoy local cuisine at Hoofbeats Restaurant or relax with drinks at two bars after exploring Canterbury attractions near this welcoming lodge

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The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge is near the University of Canterbury. Guests enjoy a pleasant garden, a coffee shop, and two stylish bars for unwinding. The on-site Hoofbeats Restaurant serves meals from breakfast to dinner, with indoor and outdoor seating available.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$148
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Sockburn, a neighbourhood in Christchurch, is home to The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge. Air Force Museum of New Zealand and Canterbury Museum are cultural highlights, while Riccarton House is a notable landmark. University of Canterbury and International Antarctic Centre are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Christchurch travel guide
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Map
118 Racecourse Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, 8042

What's nearby

  • New Zealand Air Museum, located in Christchurch (Riccarton, to be exact) NZ. Worth visiting as it has some interesting info about aircraft of New Zealand and its allies. Plus actual planes, jets, and helicopters.
    Air Force Museum of New Zealand
    4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • The Observatory in the Arts Centre - Christchurch - New Zealand
    University of Canterbury
    5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Riccarton Park
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Otukaikino Living Memorial Reserve
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Riccarton Road
    3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station
    12 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
    8 min drive

Restaurants

  • 186 Cafe
    13 min walk
  • Burger King
    3 min drive
  • The Avonhead Tavern and One Good Horse Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • Columbus Coffee
    4 min drive
  • Joe's Garage
    3 min drive

About this property

The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge

Motel near University of Canterbury
Located close to Air Force Museum of New Zealand and Riccarton House, The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Hoofbeats Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and al fresco dining. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and 2 bars.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free property and a front desk safe
  • ATM/banking services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge include amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Carbine Lounge Bar
  • Hoofbeats Restaurant
  • Sports Bar

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternative location: [Sports Bar]
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property 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
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 any lifts

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

Racecourse Motorlodge
Racecourse Motorlodge Christchurch
The Racecourse & Motorlodge
The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge Motel
The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge Christchurch
The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge Motel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

Is The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge?

As of 23 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge on 20 Feb 2026 start from AU$147.59, 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 The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge located?

Located in Sockburn, this motel is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Air Force Museum of New Zealand and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from University of Canterbury. Riccarton House and International Antarctic Centre are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 173 out of 394 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 171 out of 394 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 394 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 394 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 394 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Doreen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable accommodation great raffles in bar Friday evening good restaurant also
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As mentioned so convenient to stay, great staff and nearby restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great as has accommodation, drinks and food.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Harrison

Liked: Staff & service
Fair with that price, it’s restaurant is great though
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, great food, lovely clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Motel and a lovely restaurant attached. Definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and convenience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently situated, and very pleasant accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gilda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome room loved the bath free parking great food at restaurant with very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Plenty of parking, had the restaurant and bar on hand if you wanted it
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Wonderful friendly staff. Great bar and restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good easy parking and rooms quite and clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean close to town. staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ekaterina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed my stay Restaurant was yum and good prices Felt safe Very clean room Welcoming staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice warm motel, staff are v.gd
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good tavern on sight for dinner
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying here, very friendly staff and great for a few drinks and a meal. We always arrange to meet friends while we stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value

Great stay as always. Good value no-frills accommodation that is quiet, comfy and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay very much. Close to shopping centres hotel had a wonderful restaurant Meals were excellent the staff were wonderful would recommend this hotel complex to anyone coming to Christchurch
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the convince if this place. Comfortable room and great food
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for the traveler, with restaurant and bar on premises. Easy parking. Full sky tv with recording options which is very rare in a motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Troy

Pretty good location and popular
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating and helpful, quite rooms with easy access and parking. Convenient with bar and restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An older hotel but clean, friendly staff and dining option on site. Not far trom airport. Good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025