Tinwald Motels

4.5 star property
Motel in Ashburton with a coffee shop and a bar

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Sports bar
1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Front of property
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Interior entrance

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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103 -110 ARCHIBALD Street, Tinwald, Ashburton, 7700
  • Place, The Plains Vintage Railway and Historical Museum
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Ashburton Domain
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Hood
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Studio, Non Smoking, Kitchenette (Deluxe Kitchenette Studio)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Delux Full Kitchen Studio)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Ashburton

Located in Tinwald within a mile (2 km) of The Plains Vintage Railway and Historical Museum, Tinwald Motels is within a few miles (5 km) of Historic Art Gallery and Museum. This 4.5-star motel has 14 guestrooms and offers free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a conference center.

What's nearby

  • The Plains Vintage Railway and Historical Museum - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Ashburton Domain - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Lake Hood - 12 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa - 36 min drive - 27.8 miles
  • Rakaia Gorge - 44 min drive - 34.1 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Formosa Modern Asian Cuisine - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Msa - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bedrock Bar and Stonegrill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Ottoman - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taste cafe - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Tinwald Motels

Motel in Ashburton with a coffee shop and a bar
Guests of Tinwald Motels enjoy features like a conference center, a business center, and laundry facilities. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage. Other amenities at this golf motel include barbecue grills and a picnic area.
32-inch LCD TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and stovetops are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 13 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Stables Restaurant

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Indoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • 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.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1998
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Tinwald Tavern]
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; 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 8:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 13 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-8:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number 53498345345hl

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for golf tee times. Contact the motel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Tinwald Motels?

Tinwald Motels provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of Tinwald Motels?

This motel is situated in Tinwald within a short 19-minute walk of The Plains Vintage Railway and Historical Museum. You'll also find Ashburton Domain and Lake Hood within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Tinwald Motels?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Tinwald Motels feature a casino on the premises?

No, Tinwald Motels doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Tinwald Motels?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Tinwald Motels good for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a café plus some guestrooms include kitchens.

Does Tinwald Motels have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Tinwald Motels have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Tinwald Motels serves continental breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Stables Restaurant.

Does Tinwald Motels allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Tinwald Motels though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Tinwald Motels?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this motel for your group or family vacation.

Are there rooms with balconies at Tinwald Motels?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Tinwald Motels.

Reviews

Tinwald Motels Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 195 out of 261 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 261 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 261 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 261 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 261 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to family
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great place to relax and stay for a break in long travel destination
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay will use again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ed

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

GREG

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Renata

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
location was excellent,facilities great meal arrangments with the tavern next door I will be back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Lovely motel very clean will stay again thankyou
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cliff

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay dinner at the pub restaurant was the best meal I’ve ever had
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and spacious clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

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

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quiet in spite of being on SH1. Modern and spacious. No one present in office to check in but phone contact available. Very hot weather but aircon worked well to give good nights sleep. Adjacent to liquor store and sports bar but there was no noise or hassle from clientele . Recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Winnie Cheuk Wing

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is spacious, and in good clean condition. It's of good value and perfect for a one night stay passing through town.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Keith

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great restaurant with excellent staff, friendly cat guarding the motel. Motel was a great basic motel with good appliances and bed. Clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly staff..
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

A M

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious tidy room great shower, would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Pauline

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023