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Colonial Inn Motel

3.0 star property
Motel in Christchurch with free parking

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Basic Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ground Floor | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby
Exterior
Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | Living room | Smart TV
Standard Studio, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Kitchenette (3 Pax) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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43 Papanui Road, Christchurch, 8014
  • Place, Papanui Road
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hagley Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Christchurch Casino
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Christchurch (CHC-Christchurch Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Studio, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Kitchenette (3 Pax) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Studio, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Kitchenette (3 Pax)

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 517 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Basic Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ground Floor | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Ground Floor

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 2 Queen Beds and 6 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Christchurch

Located in Merivale, Colonial Inn Motel is adjacent to Papanui Road and within a 5-minute walk of Bealey Avenue. The 22 rooms at this 3-star motel include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.
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What's nearby

  • Papanui Road - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Bealey Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Hagley Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Christchurch Casino - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Christchurch Railway Station - 9 min drive
  • Christchurch International Airport (CHC) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pure - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Okioki - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Majestic At Mayfair - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pedro's House of Lamb - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Colonial Inn Motel

Motel in Christchurch with free parking
Colonial Inn Motel features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, and offer advice about sights and eateries nearby.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and Smart TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from December 15 2025 to December 31 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Daily housekeeping

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-9 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Colonial Inn Motel Christchurch
Colonial Inn Motel
Colonial Christchurch
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Colonial Inn Motel Christchurch
Colonial Inn Motel Motel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Colonial Inn Motel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Colonial Inn Motel?

As of Jan 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Colonial Inn Motel on Feb 3, 2026 start from $62.49, 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.

What's there to see close to Colonial Inn Motel?

This motel is situated in Merivale, just steps from Papanui Road, and within a 10-minute walk of Bealey Avenue and Hagley Park. You'll also find Christchurch Casino and Victoria Street less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Colonial Inn Motel?

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

Does Colonial Inn Motel include a casino?

No, Colonial Inn Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Colonial Inn Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Colonial Inn Motel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will value amenities like a smart TV, kitchens in some guestrooms, as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Colonial Inn Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Colonial Inn Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Colonial Inn Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Colonial Inn Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Colonial Inn Motel.

Are there connecting rooms at Colonial Inn Motel?

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

How close is the airport from Colonial Inn Motel?

The closest major airport to Colonial Inn Motel is Christchurch International Airport (CHC), which is 6.2 mi away (18 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Colonial Inn Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Colonial Inn Motel.

Colonial Inn Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 275 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 120 out of 275 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 275 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 275 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 275 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Annette

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horrible, dirty smelly old place to stay. Ended up going elsewhere to stay. Really disgusting place. You should remove them off your site.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Not bad value for money but quite dated
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

KHOO

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Below expectation

The unit was a 2-storey unit, large enough for my family of 7. Most appliances were old, the toilet at lower floor was fitted with a loose sliding door. No one dare to use it because the gap is too big. Toilet at upper floor had urine smell. It could be due to the carpeted toilet floor. Pillow case was dirty. Car park was cramped, narrow bend, and extremely bad for minibus, especially when others some dies not parked in their lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

S.

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for letting a friend pick up the stuff we left. Love the size and space of the room. Needs a bolt lock on the door.

8/10 Good

S.

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great shower. Couches were nice. Needs 30 second spray in Kitchen, a sand, and recoat on window seals. Rooms were nice. Staff was friendly. I prefer a securer lock on front door. Plenty of towels and beds. Heating was great too!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
It was a convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming and good standard
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No noise
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Business traveler, Traveled with family
It is a three star motel. I do not expect brand new. I do expect cleanliness, courteous helpful staff, and everything working as it should in the bathroom and kitchen. I was not disappointed. The seats and bed were very comfortable. Excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Lynette

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Short break

Was good price. Room was spacious. Needs a refurb. Was dated and worn. Cleanliness needed to be improved
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Ricky

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with the price and cleanliness-a little old but otherwise a great place to stay at a reasonable price
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

SAMUEL JAMES NEILL, WELLINGTON

Comfortable enough property,but rooms are in dire need of renovation, and bathrooms a bit dirty
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Petrus

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful motel easy access to town centre. Unfortunately shower could do with some attention
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Leo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The Colonial is a little dated but excellent value for money and very central to the corner of Papanui Road and Bealey Ave.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Poh Choo

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Rodger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Shower husband said too high entry for old people. Stairs could be cleaned, but on the whole good value for money. Room clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Warm, clean, helpful staff but getting a little run down.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Judith

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Socks under desk, curtains dont fit, toilet water rises every flush , not cleaned very well for a motel, dysty and dirty abobe shelf in kitchenette. They gave us milk each day when we asked then all of a sudden no, so had to get our own, always had to ask for tea bags. They did change our towels daily and wipe around the bath room no blow dryer or power point in bathroom for one.very tired motel Handy to city, we only slept there as out all dsy
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne Maree

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Staff are very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Handy location for our family Good price!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

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