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Northwood Motor Lodge

3.5 star property
Escape to a relaxing retreat with lush gardens and entertainment for all ages.

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BBQ/picnic area
One Bedroom Family Unit
Triple Studio
Property grounds
Studio Room | Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr

Room options

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Three Bedroom Unit

Three Bedroom Unit

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds

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Triple Studio | Private kitchenette

Triple Studio

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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One Bedroom Queen Unit

One Bedroom Queen Unit

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
HDTV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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One Bedroom Family Unit

One Bedroom Family Unit

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
HDTV
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Studio Room

Studio Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
170 Johns Road (SH1), Belfast, Christchurch

What's nearby

  • International Antarctic Centre - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
  • University of Canterbury - 12 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Hagley Park - 12 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Mona Vale - 12 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Christchurch Botanic Gardens - 15 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 21 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Northwood Motor Lodge

Family-friendly motel near The Groynes
Located close to International Antarctic Centre and Mona Vale, Northwood Motor Lodge provides a free return airport shuttle, a garden and a playground. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a free casino shuttle and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, tour/ticket information and a front desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Northwood Motor Lodge offer thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and free newspapers. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Highchairs and cots/infant beds
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • 32-cm HDTVs with premium channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and recycling

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free return airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM on request
  • Free casino shuttle
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: NZD 8 to 12 for adults and NZD 8 to 12 for children

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Highchair
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • 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.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-cm flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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 48 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
This property enforces quiet hours from noon to 7:00 AM

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
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.00 per stay

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 8 to 12 for adults and NZD 8 to 12 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.00 per stay

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

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

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

Property is also known as

Chardonnay Motor Lodge Christchurch
Chardonnay Motor Lodge
Chardonnay Motor Christchurch
Chardonnay Motor
Chardonnay Motor Lodge
Northwood Motor Lodge Motel
Northwood Motor Lodge Christchurch
Northwood Motor Lodge Motel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

Is Northwood Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Northwood Motor Lodge?

As of 4 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Northwood Motor Lodge on 31 Mar 2025 start from AU$168.61, 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 Northwood Motor Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Northwood Motor Lodge?

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 Northwood Motor Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Northwood Motor Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM on request.

Where is Northwood Motor Lodge located?

This family-friendly Christchurch motel is located near the airport, 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from The Groynes, and within 6 mi (10 km) of International Antarctic Centre and Hagley Park. Mona Vale and Christchurch Botanic Gardens are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Northwood Motor Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 119 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 119 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 119 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 119 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Lovely staff, rooms very clean and tidy!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Great service and understanding when changing reservation, very welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Great place to stay very friendly welcome
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Management friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Such a lovely place to stay. Spacious and well appointed room. Outstanding value, service, location and cleanliness.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vaibhav

Really nice place. Would recommend for stays
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

sandy

Excellent standard of comfort and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Great service- We were driven to the airport
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

We really enjoyed our stay at the Northwood Motor Lodge. Staff were great & very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

les and

Comfortable and newly renovated property.
Fabulous property with all the comforts of home. Newly renovated and early check-in were appreciated. Grounds and patio were lovely and all a short direct drive to the airport.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raewyn

The owners are lovely made us feel very welcome. It was awesome sitting outside the studio with our coffees listening to the birds.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Really nice quiet place to stay close to airport. Lots of space, lovely gardens. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Quiet at night. Close to airport.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Hosts were friendly and welcoming. Great for families with kids- trampoline and swing were great! Laundry is free which is rare. Very clean, nicely laid out, very quiet, would recommend to all!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

MEI HSIN

Very clean.
The manager was very friendly. The room size is big and very clean. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Great stay - super convenient location
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daisy

The property was nice and clean. The host was very kind. He let us add one extra guest last minute for free.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Again, we have thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Peter and Tess are very friendly and helpful hosts. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katharine

Best motel we stayed in since we arrived 3 weeks ago. Highly recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Very accommodating owners as we were able to check in early and given some milk. Local walks on the doorstep.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Great stay
Great room and they even provided Milk for our coffee/Tea the next morning!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Very clean, excellent friendly staff, beautifully landscaped.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keryn

Fantastic - I will use this as my regular accomodation.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Absolutely fantastic right from checking in, great location, easy to get on the motorway from there, the hosts were so friendly, I will definitely stay here again it was perfect for our family
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Great Facilities
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Star Rating
3.5