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Arena Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, near Hagley Park

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Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
TV, DVD player
Balcony
In-room safe, free WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
30 Whiteleigh Ave, Christchurch, 8002
  • Wolfbrook Arena
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Hagley Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Christchurch Public Hospital
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Studio, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Studio Pet

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

One Bedroom Pet

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Two Bedroom Apartment Pet

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Christchurch

Located in Addington within a 5-minute walk of Apollo Projects Stadium, Arena Motel is within a 15-minute stroll of Addington Raceway. The 10 rooms at this motel include kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves.
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What's nearby

  • Wolfbrook Arena - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hagley Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Westfield Riccarton Mall - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Riccarton Road - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Christchurch Public Hospital - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 10 min walk
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Celtic Arms Inn - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Hub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Madam Kwong's Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Culture - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Arena Motel

Motel with free parking, near Hagley Park
At Arena Motel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and express check-in. There's free parking and a free train station shuttle. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include free newspapers and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs with DVD players. Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves are also available. Housekeeping is available once per stay.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free train station pick-up shuttle
  • Free casino shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee: NZD 5 to 18 per person
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 20.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Breakfast fee: approximately NZD 5 to 18 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 20.0 per day

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals, you can take advantage of the free train station pick-up service. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and a security system.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Arena Motel?

Arena Motel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see within easy reach of Arena Motel?

This motel is situated in Addington, just steps from Apollo Projects Stadium, and within a 10-minute walk of Wolfbrook Arena and Addington Raceway. You'll also find Hagley Park and The Court Theatre less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Arena Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Arena Motel include a casino?

No, Arena Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Arena Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Arena Motel?

Couples staying at this motel will value amenities like a kitchenette, jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms, as well as a free casino shuttle.

Are there hot tubs at Arena Motel?

No, but this motel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Arena Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Arena Motel offers breakfast for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Arena Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, cats and dogs can stay for free at Arena Motel.

Does Arena Motel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this motel.

What is the closest airport to Arena Motel?

The closest major airport to Arena Motel is Christchurch International Airport (CHC), which is 5.7 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Arena Motel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Arena Motel.

Arena Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 391 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 144 out of 391 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 391 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 391 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 391 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was able to arrange late check-in which suited us
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ollie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lift to station
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ron

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Windows with broken catches and won’t close
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Eleanor

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had everything we needed for one night flight before early morning trip to the airport. Unable to contact by phone for shuttle service from railway but plenty of taxis so not a big problem. Very cheerful staff member at early checkout next day.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Ellicott City

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy transfer to the train!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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

Great one-night stay!

Be sure to call in advance if you're arriving at the train station and Andrew will pick you up! I appreciated the upgraded room when I was late to arrive. Andrew has a fascinating back story that I was happy to hear about!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Helen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Got to bring our dog with us and the owners are very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Winston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to shops and the sports facilities in the area which can be walked to.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
You got what you paid for
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Charlotte

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Not the best but not the worst. The laundry room was purely trashed. Our "suite" had an ant issue. For one night, it was okay. The van to the train station was surprising and awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Daniel and Niharika

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice and sunny was clean just a little worn in the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Kerry

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
5th bed not made up and no pillow case provided. Burnt taste to tea as burnt botom in jug. Hotel transfer excellent with very politendriver.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Shirley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved being able to have my dogs
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Maria

Well priced for what the motel offered. Will use again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Cindy

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Close to University, spacious, nice beding. Good for families was an upstairs room thou. No dish cloth or tea towels, wi-fi very poor couldn't connect, no sky tv told on arrival Older style motel, rooms not serviced daily, ants in rubbish bin and on kitchen bench.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Peter

Disliked: Cleanliness
Same as my last report
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Peter

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Scruffy, floors needed cleaning, net curtains poor, bathroom needs attention, beds are uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jess

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very loud traffic noise from 5am onwards until 11pm in unit closest to the road. Limited warm water, not hot. Very slow wifi.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024