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The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge

3.0 star property
Savor local flavors at an on-site restaurant or sip a drink in one of two stylish bars after exploring nearby attractions.

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Exterior
2 bars/lounges, wine bar, sports bar
Standard Room
Standard Room
Standard Room

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €87
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb

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Standard Room

Standard Room

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

Map
118 Racecourse Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, 8042

What's nearby

  • Air Force Museum of New Zealand - 3 min drive
  • University of Canterbury - 4 min drive
  • Westfield Riccarton Mall - 6 min drive
  • International Antarctic Centre - 7 min drive
  • Hagley Park - 8 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪186 - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cameron Japanese Family Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Golden Boat Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Russley Fish Supply - ‬2 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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • Carbine Lounge Bar
  • Hoofbeats Restaurant
  • Sports Bar

Family friendly

  • Free 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)

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
Guests arriving outside of regular check-in hours can refer to the late-arrivals information on the reception office door for check-in assistance.

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 at the property

Important information

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
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

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

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 16 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge on 19 Feb 2025 start from €87.30, 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).

The Racecourse Hotel & Motorlodge Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 358 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 358 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 358 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 358 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 358 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Travelled with family
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

John

Good option in this price range
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

starmetal, Welshpool

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Its a very small bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

maibayar

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Rex

Liked: Staff & service
Was a disturbing night due to noise. No parking in front of our door. Someone else parked there. So inconvenience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and affordable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Akshay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money Recommend it
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Makoni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The truck parking is a bit inconvenient within the parking area, but full service with a late arrival worked really well.. have stayed a few times before and will stay again 👍
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, efficient and quiet . Comfy beds
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mele

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean and tidy. There's restraunt available on side. Across from the Racecourse park where Racecourse flea market take place. Close to a dairy and not too far feom the airport.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bowen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very convinient.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet place to stay. Cost very reasonable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Great room, great bed and a bath. Pub and restaurant on site, close to airport. Excellent value.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Bell Block

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Fermy Thomas

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Recommend
Great price
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Recommended
Great value through Hotels.com Close to airport
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient - close to Christchurch airport. After hours check in as promise. Simple, functional room and good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Oct 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

Steven

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024