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Airways Motel

3.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Riccarton Park

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Two Bedroom Townhouse | Living area
BBQ/picnic Area
One Bedroom with Bath
Two Bedroom Townhouse | Terrace/patio
Two Bedroom Townhouse

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is €85
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar

Room options

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Family Double Studio | Private kitchenette

Family Double Studio

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Accessible Studio

Accessible Studio

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Two Bedroom Townhouse

Two Bedroom Townhouse

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dining table
TV
  • 140 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Single Beds

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One Bedroom with Bath

One Bedroom with Bath

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
TV
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family One Bedroom

Family One Bedroom

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dining table
TV
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Queen Studio

Queen Studio

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King/Twin Studio

King/Twin Studio

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Triple Studio

Triple Studio

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
5 Dinton Street, off Russley Road, Christchurch, 8042

What's nearby

  • Riccarton Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • International Antarctic Centre - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • University of Canterbury - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Air Force Museum of New Zealand - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 13 min drive - 12.0 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 15 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪186 - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cameron Japanese Family Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Passengers - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Golden Boat Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Russley Fish Supply - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Airways Motel

Motel near University of Canterbury
Located close to Riccarton Park and Air Force Museum of New Zealand, Airways Motel provides a free return airport shuttle, a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking, plus extended parking (surcharge)
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), multilingual staff and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Airways Motel boast comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 28-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, microwaves and toasters

Languages

English, Japanese

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free return airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 8 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site (NZD 5 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 8 to 25 for adults and NZD 8 to 25 for children

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 28-inch TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
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

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 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 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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 10.0 per stay

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 8 to 25 for adults and NZD 8 to 25 for children
  • Extended parking fee: NZD 5 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 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

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Airways Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Airways Motel?

As of 11 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Airways Motel on 16 Mar 2025 start from €85.05, 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 Airways Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Airways Motel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Airways Motel?

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

Does Airways Motel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 8:00 AM to 8 PM on request.

Where is Airways Motel located?

Located in Russley, this motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Riccarton Park, University of Canterbury and International Antarctic Centre. Air Force Museum of New Zealand and Riccarton House are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Airways Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 291 out of 591 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 223 out of 591 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 591 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 591 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 591 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Leo

Good parking,, good location, easy to find, reasonably close to airport.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Wei

It is so close to the gas station, and the room is clean for a a motel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Great price for the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheena

Close to the airport
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Close to the airport
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Maria

Very comfortable stay, lovely host 😊
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

The pick uo and drop off service worked well.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Overall, the home was nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarut

Not far from the airport
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Lovely stay thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Owners are very friendly and helpful, definitely be staying there again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Muriel

Good location, good price,helpful friendly owner
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Highly recommended…clean, convenient to the airport, and friendly folks.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Gursimrat

Great friendly staff. Perfect for a night prior to flying out of Christchurch.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Russell

Owning to a early start Downstairs would be more suitable as carrying suitcase up and down stairs was a bit of a pain
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Very friendly and helpful staff and very good recommandations for eating out.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Perfect locatation to visit Ruahuna motorcycle races, close to the airport, and restaurants nearby
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Good option for anyone arriving or departing via the airport - its just a couple of minutes away.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Inga

Very nice place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Simon

A little dated but convenient location. Friendly staff and great shower!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Very accommodating as we arrived around 1am (by taxi) then needed a shuttle ourselves back , as had disabled mother with electric scooter and walker, so lots of gear. Thankyou
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Well designed rooms good showers comfortable beds friendly helpful hosts
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Easy place to stay for a 3am flight. Very clean and really nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wayan

Its was good experience. Nice and clean room.. good servicess. Just nice and kind manager. Thanks alot for him
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nik

The room was very clean, the bed was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023