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Samhil Motor Lodge

3.0 star property
Travelers find respite at this welcoming motel near Hagley Park, with warm reception, coffee service, and amenities making planning the next adventure easy.

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Samhil Motor Lodge, steps from Hagley Park, offers a daily manager's reception. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, on-site laundry, business meeting spaces, and can unwind with coffee or tea in the lobby.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is ฿2,331
฿2,680 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar

Room options

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Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Single Beds

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Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Quadruple Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
  • City view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Large Single Beds

Studio Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Studio Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4

Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
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About the area

Located in Riccarton, a neighbourhood in Christchurch, Samhil Motor Lodge is in a shopping district. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sumner Beach and Hagley Park, while The Court Theatre and Canterbury Museum are cultural highlights. High Street and The Arts Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Christchurch travel guide
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Map
12 Riccarton Rd, Christchurch, Canterbury, 8011

What's nearby

  • Botanic Gardens in Christchurch City
    Hagley Park
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mona Vale featuring a park
    Mona Vale
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Christchurch Botanic Gardens showing a garden and a fountain
    Christchurch Botanic Gardens
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Riccarton Road
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Westfield Riccarton Mall
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Volstead Trading Company
    4 min walk
  • KFC
    7 min walk
  • Thai Orchid Restaurant
    1 min walk
  • Burger Station
    9 min walk
  • Joyful Restaurant
    9 min walk

About this property

Samhil Motor Lodge

Motel located in Riccarton
Samhil Motor Lodge provides amenities, such as a free daily manager's reception and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Airport drop-off service (surcharge), meeting rooms and coffee/tea in reception
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, eco-friendly cleaning products and kitchenettes

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour airport drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Trampoline

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No lift
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in fee: NZD 20 for check-in between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of NZD 50 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 20 per person
  • Late check-in fee: NZD 20 for check-in between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM

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, mobile payments and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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

Samhil Motor Lodge Motel
Samhil Motor Lodge Christchurch
Samhil Motor Lodge Motel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

Is Samhil Motor Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Samhil Motor Lodge on 8 Mar 2026 start from ฿2,331, excluding 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 Samhil Motor Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Samhil Motor Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee of NZD 20.

What time is check-out at Samhil Motor Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Does Samhil Motor Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport. A fee of NZD 20 per person applies.

Where is Samhil Motor Lodge located?

Located in Riccarton, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Hagley Park North and Hagley Park. Mona Vale and Westfield Riccarton Mall are also within 15 minutes. Christchurch Railway Station is 23 minutes by foot.

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

Samhil Motor Lodge Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 48 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful location -- including 24-h coffee across the road, near parks, shopping, etc. Lovely, clean place, good value, lovely hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Karyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness
Rooms were ok, there was no hot water for a shower the first night and Luke warm water the next. The staff however were very friendly and approachable. Plus you are close to mall.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room (cleaned daily). Warm welcome. Great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy. Easy check in. Warm and very comfortable bed. Good location with a lot of nearby food options and a pub.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jules

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Local to stores and Westfield. Nice room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeff

Close to restaurants and the park
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had everything we needed, very tidy, comfy beds and really great location being so close to heaps of eating options, bus stops, hagley park.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable pleasant motel newr hospital with very nice gentleman and wife managers. I would definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thought it was perfect clean and very comfortable house to stay in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay here, facilities are great the staff and owner were amazing, the owner was nice enough to help me with a personal issue… THANK YOU
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very handy location. Free convenient parking. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

thomas

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

Good clean motel

Great team, Let us check in super early at no extra cost. Good WIFI Clean room Walking distance to good amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lurene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything. Services were great. Would recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quiet place on a main road. While the property is getting a little tired in some areas, the bed was comfortable. Shower stalls are good, good supply of hot water
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynnette K

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

Convenient Location

Great location with a bus stop right outside. Walking distance to Riccarton Mall and Hagley Park. Well equipped kitchenette although an instruction manual for the microwave would have been helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Value for money, clean modern fixtures,.semi self contained modern and new appliances. Comfortable queen size bed, 2 seater couch (cushion could be replaced). Overall all 10/10
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean room and handy location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean. Good facilities. Great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

David and Sandra

Clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, family owned hotel. Lots of dining options near by. Convenient to public transport
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Melanie

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Small room, nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, quiet and spacious. Exactly what were were after.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Sheela

Compact and near city ..price could be brought down .
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025